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If it is a frequent thing and sources say that, it might come under a 'criticisms of the marine corps' section or somesuch. However, until they are found guilty or whatnot, or if there are wider repurcussions from it, it is likely not that notable to the corps. Narson (talk) 13:02, 1 March 2008 (UTC)

Only about three incidents since 1945, if my memory serves me right. One, as mentioned above, not even involving Marines. This sounds like a resentful Japanese.-TMC —Preceding unsigned comment added by 71.208.22.213 (talk) 07:20, 15 March 2008 (UTC)

[edit] Suggestion about the USMC and the SOF

Maybe could be a good idea to put in thia article a link to the SOF of the USMC, in this case the Force Recon article.--A. Dupin (talk) 05:33, 18 April 2008 (UTC)

[edit] Army and Marine Corps

As a foreigner (ie, non-US), perhaps it would be worth a mention as to the relationship between the US Army and the Marine Corps, with potential benefits from such rivalry, the problems with it (funding?), and what would the experiences be like for a young yank deciding which to choose? Differences in culture/equipment etc, between the two arms might be best described using an example of a potential recruit to compare and contrast perspectives so as to be less confrontational. Would the Marines be a better place for someone interested in aviation for example (given they have fighters through to small transport helicopters, whereas the army is limited to fling-wings), or would Army be better for an armour-minded recruit given they have a wider amount/array of tanks, or whatever. How do people with skills that would be useful in both arms choose between them (like mechanics? surgeons? lawyers?). This sort of thing would be of interesting note for an outsider like myself, though i am less sure whether it pertains to the article or not. 58.7.187.79 (talk) 08:23, 26 April 2008 (UTC)

While I agree with your view, I can see a few difficulties with adding it to the article in a manner that would be up to par. For one, a quick search didn't yield any suitable references on the topic. Two, a lot of the information you speak would be subjective at best, and not quite encyclopedic. Lastly, any sort of comparison with the Army would draw vandals like a magnet (not to say that should preclude an entry, but it should be mentioned).

That said, I suppose I can add this to my to-do list. I can do a bit of research and let the references catch up later. bahamut0013♠♣ 00:12, 27 April 2008 (UTC)

That would be most appreciated. I hesitate to do it myself as i know so little about either topic (hence the question). Thankyou kindly. 58.7.187.79 (talk) 20:58, 27 April 2008 (UTC)

I've expanded the Relationship with other services section. It may not be eexceptionally well-written, but it gets the point across and others can always improve it. It's mostly things I've observed or seen second-hand, so I don't have any references. bahamut0013♠♣ 19:32, 28 April 2008 (UTC)