“War is brutish, inglorious, and a terrible waste… The only redeeming factors were my comrades’ incredible bravery and their devotion to each other. Marine Corps training taught us to kill efficiently and to try to survive. But it also taught us loyalty to each other – and love. That espirit de corps sustained us.” –Eugene B. Sledge, With the Old Breed
Blogging from the brig. . .
Those are REALLY old breed Marines.
“Old breed? New breed? There’s not a damn bit of difference so long as it’s the Marine breed.” -Chesty Puller
And you STILL hear those comments among Marines…LOL
As1stS: Good one from Chesty.
Old NFO: The more things change. . .
I thought it was artillery that added dignity to what would otherwise be a vulgar brawl.
That is correct sir.