Once A Marine Always A Marine
2nd Place Finish31 total reviews
Comment from Zue65
No wonder this post earned the All-time Best status and finished second place in the contest. As I read through your post, I finally understood how the US Marines have developed into loyal warriors with deep faith in God, love for country and its people. Please keep sharing stories about our soldiers. Warm salute to all the veterans.
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2022
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No wonder this post earned the All-time Best status and finished second place in the contest. As I read through your post, I finally understood how the US Marines have developed into loyal warriors with deep faith in God, love for country and its people. Please keep sharing stories about our soldiers. Warm salute to all the veterans.
Comment Written 22-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2022
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Thank you! I?m glad you enjoyed it.
Comment from Sally Law
Douglas, this is a wonderful tribute. Thank you for sharing and for your service. My stepfather was a Marine Corp Major, and all my stepbrothers were born in Okinawa. My middle brother, Steve, served in the Green Beret and as a Weapons Sergeant. He died of Agent Orange exposure from his three tours of Vietnam. I miss him dearly.
My very best for the upcoming contest,
Sal :))
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2022
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Douglas, this is a wonderful tribute. Thank you for sharing and for your service. My stepfather was a Marine Corp Major, and all my stepbrothers were born in Okinawa. My middle brother, Steve, served in the Green Beret and as a Weapons Sergeant. He died of Agent Orange exposure from his three tours of Vietnam. I miss him dearly.
My very best for the upcoming contest,
Sal :))
Comment Written 22-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2022
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Thank you and your brother and family?s service was and is greatly appreciated.
Comment from pome lover
ah, so you are/were a marine? If so, I salute you and thank you for your service.
This is a moving piece dedicated to the brave men and women who stand for and ARE all the things you listed. A tough job.
Congrats on winning All Time Best and for being recognized!
Katharine
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2022
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ah, so you are/were a marine? If so, I salute you and thank you for your service.
This is a moving piece dedicated to the brave men and women who stand for and ARE all the things you listed. A tough job.
Congrats on winning All Time Best and for being recognized!
Katharine
Comment Written 17-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2022
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Thanks!!
Comment from Cindy Decker 2
Douglas,
Your treatises about the marines is excellent. I dated a Marine Drill Sergeant at one time, and he was disciplined and strict. He went into the corps a shy scatterbrained, and came out as a super trooper. I went through Army basic training myself, and it was rough. When I heard what Marines went through (just in basic), I was shocked.
Thank God for the Marines; I enjoy my freedom because of many of them.
Thank you for your service.
Blessings,
Cindy
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2022
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Douglas,
Your treatises about the marines is excellent. I dated a Marine Drill Sergeant at one time, and he was disciplined and strict. He went into the corps a shy scatterbrained, and came out as a super trooper. I went through Army basic training myself, and it was rough. When I heard what Marines went through (just in basic), I was shocked.
Thank God for the Marines; I enjoy my freedom because of many of them.
Thank you for your service.
Blessings,
Cindy
Comment Written 14-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2022
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Thank you Cindy. It was a great start for a wayward young man such as I had been. I appreciate your review.
Comment from Rachelle Allen
OORAH!! And THANK YOU for your service! This was an interesting, inspiring, heartfelt piece that I enjoyed reading very much. Your pride and fervor shone through like a beacon.
I have a nephew in this great unit, and I love the way he grew from a young, nice boy into a serious, intense, respectful, solid, integrity-based MAN because of his service.
Very well-done piece.
reply by the author on 13-Nov-2022
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OORAH!! And THANK YOU for your service! This was an interesting, inspiring, heartfelt piece that I enjoyed reading very much. Your pride and fervor shone through like a beacon.
I have a nephew in this great unit, and I love the way he grew from a young, nice boy into a serious, intense, respectful, solid, integrity-based MAN because of his service.
Very well-done piece.
Comment Written 13-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 13-Nov-2022
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Thank you so much. The corps was a great start for me! Appreciate you!
Comment from Ricky1024
My dad Edward was a Naval Chief Petty Officer for 26 years and two wars.
Also, on four destroyers but never got his hands dirty.
Thank God but the bottle did catch up with him in '72.
But the Marines are first in.
Yes, and unfortunately they'll be the first knocked out.
And, in times of severe war.
Hopefully we've grown up and never will see a World war III?
Well written rich in Theme and Imagery.
Have a blessed Sabbath Sunday.
Doctor Ricky 1024
reply by the author on 13-Nov-2022
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My dad Edward was a Naval Chief Petty Officer for 26 years and two wars.
Also, on four destroyers but never got his hands dirty.
Thank God but the bottle did catch up with him in '72.
But the Marines are first in.
Yes, and unfortunately they'll be the first knocked out.
And, in times of severe war.
Hopefully we've grown up and never will see a World war III?
Well written rich in Theme and Imagery.
Have a blessed Sabbath Sunday.
Doctor Ricky 1024
Comment Written 13-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 13-Nov-2022
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World War 3 would be a game ended in a nuclear world. Thanks for your review my friend. I will be at a Matthew West concert today so am sure it will be blessed! Enjoy your week! Thanks
Comment from Bill Schott
This article, Once A Marine Always a Marine, gives me a raging hard-on, of course. I spent the Corps' 199th birthday at MCRD. I retired in 97. When I tell people that the Marines is like a religion, I mean it. They think I'm joking. You know I'm not.
reply by the author on 13-Nov-2022
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This article, Once A Marine Always a Marine, gives me a raging hard-on, of course. I spent the Corps' 199th birthday at MCRD. I retired in 97. When I tell people that the Marines is like a religion, I mean it. They think I'm joking. You know I'm not.
Comment Written 12-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 13-Nov-2022
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Oh Rah!!! Devil Dog! Thought I had that one in the bag but you never know with voters! I love the Brotherhood. Still pay for old school marines dinners when I see them and always get a handshake from my brothers. The story was spot on. Once a Marine Always a Marine. It doesn?t fade with a DD214
Semper Fi !!!
Comment from lancellot
Very nice tribute. Yes, the Marines are hard core and have done this country proud for many, many years. I don't know if I would place them above the other branches though. The Army has the longest history and the Navy is right there. But, just the word Marine has a meaning no other can match.
Good job.
reply by the author on 12-Nov-2022
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Very nice tribute. Yes, the Marines are hard core and have done this country proud for many, many years. I don't know if I would place them above the other branches though. The Army has the longest history and the Navy is right there. But, just the word Marine has a meaning no other can match.
Good job.
Comment Written 12-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 12-Nov-2022
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Thank you Sir for the generous review. I haven't heard from you in awhile. I hope all is well my friend!
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job with your tribute to the marines, Douglas.
I could feel your passion for the branch of military. You gave
readers excellent details and historical background. Your words
wee well thought out and very descriptive.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
reply by the author on 12-Nov-2022
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You did a great job with your tribute to the marines, Douglas.
I could feel your passion for the branch of military. You gave
readers excellent details and historical background. Your words
wee well thought out and very descriptive.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
Comment Written 12-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 12-Nov-2022
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Thanks for creating such a fun contest! You seem to have a creative streak for making up challenging stuff. Thank you!
Comment from royowen
I can remember a name given to the British specialist fighting group the Royal Marines, or commandos were incredibly affective in clandestine operations, and Aussie special forces would be smaller in number but most affective.I've seen some of their training methods, not many applicants make it. So he American marines must be special, beautifully written Douglas, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 12-Nov-2022
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I can remember a name given to the British specialist fighting group the Royal Marines, or commandos were incredibly affective in clandestine operations, and Aussie special forces would be smaller in number but most affective.I've seen some of their training methods, not many applicants make it. So he American marines must be special, beautifully written Douglas, blessings Roy
Comment Written 12-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 12-Nov-2022
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Thank you, my friend. Hope you have a great weekend!
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You too