This is why the Marine Corps is different
By Travis Pike
July 11, 2025
There’s a reason why the world knows about the United States Marine Corps, even if its manpower levels are minuscule compared to the Army. America needs an Army, a Navy, and an Air Force, but America wants a Marine Corps.
The Marine Corps is distinct from the other three main military branches and this distinctiveness has allowed it to succeed and not have the same recruiting troubles the other branches are experiencing.
You’re a Marine
Every branch has its own version of esprit de corps.
In the Army, your pride might come from being a member of the 10th Mountain Division. If you’re a Sailor, your pride might be in your ship. In the Air Force, it’s your squadron. In the Marine Corps, you’re a Marine, and that’s it. Marines don’t wear patches to signify their unit on their everyday uniform because the name tag already says “U.S. Marines.”
There is a strong focus on your identity as a Marine – nothing more and nothing less.
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