Regularity breeds contempt: New terrain and different enemies call for flexibility and innovative tactics

Article Abstract:

The commander of 2d Platoon, Company H, 2d Battalion, 1st Marines in Vietnam narrates how his platoon successfully countered a group of Viet Cong members with zero casualties from its side. The incident is a proof how new terrain and different enemies call for flexibility and innovative tactics.

Vietnam, Personal narratives, Vietnam veterans

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The captain and the 'El Cees'

Article Abstract:

A retired Marine Corps officer remembers his days back in the mid-1970s at Headquarters Marine Corps, where work and basketball went hand in hand. He describes that the guys in MMOA (The Officer Assignment Branch) always had an upper hand and eventually won the HQMC basketball tournament.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Competitions, Basketball, Retired military personnel

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Every Marine a leader

Article Abstract:

The person from Marine Corps tries to answer some of the questions asked by Barry L. Walker, from the same field, after reading his 'Why A Two-Track Promotion System?'. His answers help to define the unique strengths and weaknesses specific to a Marine as an individual and as a leader.

Interview, Borrowman, Carl E.

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