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FMF Core, Questions with accurate answers, 100% verified. Rated A Describe the Fleet Marine Force Warfare Device. - ✔✔EAGLE GLOBE AND ANCHOR is centered on the breast insignia as the capstone... of the warface device. The background of the device is a SURF WAVE CRASHING ON A SANDY BEACH representing the Navy and Marine Corps joint mission "Forward.. From the sea." TWO CROSSED RIFLES symbolize the rife ethic assigned to the Marine Corps. "FLEET MARINE FORCE" scolled along the breast insignia. What is significant about the year 1775 in Marine Corps History? - ✔✔The Marine Corps was created on 10 NOV 1775 in Philidalphia, Pensylvania at Tun Tavern which raised two battalions of marines. Who was the first Commendant of the Marine Corps? - ✔✔Captain Sammual Nicholas became the first captain of the two battalions formed in Phily. In what year did that Marine Corps become a part of the Department of the Navy? - ✔✔1834 When and where did the first marine landing take place? - ✔✔In 1776 during the Revolutionary War, Marines invaded New Providence Island in the Bahamas and seized guns and supplies. The uniform of the day was a stiff leather stock around the neck, hence the name "leatherneck" When and where did the Marines raise the "Stars and Stripes" for the first time? - ✔✔The Marines stormed the Barbary pirates' stronghold at ALGERIA on the "Shores of Tripoli" in 1805. When did Marines occupy the "Halls of Montezuma"? - ✔✔The Marine Corps occupied the "Halls of Mentezuma" during the Mexican American War in 1847. What did the MArine Corps do under the command of Colonel Robert E. Lee of the US Army? - ✔✔In 1859 Marines stormed the US Arsenal at Harpers Ferry to put down an attempted slave revolt lead by abolitionist John Brown. In what year did the Marine Corps adopt an emblem consisting of an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor? - ✔✔In 1868 the Marine Corps adopted an emblem that conists of an eagle, globe and anchor. The globe and anchor signify worldwide service and sea traditions, the spread eagle is a symbol of the nation itself. In what year was the offical motto of the Marine Corps, "Semper Fidelis" adopted? - ✔✔1883 In what year did the Marine Corps defend the Americal Legation in Peking, China during the Boxer Rebellion? - ✔✔1900. The marines were part of a multi-national defense force that protected the legion quarter against atack. In what year did the Marine Corps establish its first aviation unit? Who was the first pilot? - ✔✔1913. Major Alfred A. Cunningham. What is the significance of the year 1917 in Marine Corps History? - ✔✔The Marines landed as part of the american force in France. Marines, participating in eight distinct operations and were awarded the French Fourragere, still worn by members of the 5th and 6th Marines. What is significance of the year 1965 in Marine Corps History? - ✔✔Marines landed in South Vietnam, which commited to the longest war in its history at the time. The Marine Corps was involved in and conducted large-scale offensive operations thoughout the course of the war. What is the significance of the year 1982 in Marine Corps History? - ✔✔Marines deployed to Lebanon to restore peace and order. On 23 October 1983 a suicide truck bombed the HQ building. The last Marine unit withdrew in July 1984. When was Operation Desert Storm launched? - ✔✔Operation Desert Storm was launched in 1991 after the Iraqi government refused to comply with UN resolutions. Marine aviation was used heavily, but when massive bombings failed, ground forces swept into Kuwait and liberated the country. What is the significance of the year 2001 in Marine Corps History? - ✔✔Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF); the US war in Afganistan began under the Global War on Terror (GWOT). On 7 October 2001 air and cruise missiles fired from U.S. and British ships The 2003 invasion of Iraq included which countries? - ✔✔The 2003 invasion of Iraq was lead by the US, and included the UK, Australia and Poland and the initial invasion lasted from 20 March 2003 to 01 May 2003 Describe the First Battle of Fallujah. - ✔✔The First Battle of Fallujah, code-named Operation Vigilant Resolve was an initially unsuccessful attempt to capture the city of Fallujah in April 2004. Describe the Second Battle of Fallujah. - ✔✔The Second Battle of Fallujah code-named Operation Al-Fajr and Operation Phantom Fury was a joint US, Iraqi, and British offensive in November/December 2004, lead by the Marine Corps against an insurgency stronghold in Fallujah. What is the importance of The Battle of Belleu Wood? - ✔✔Fought at Belleu Wood, France during World War 1. The battle protected Paris from German forces, after the battle the Marines were given the name "Devil Dog" by the opposing German forces, a name in which Marines share pride. What is the importance of The Battle of Guadalcanal? - ✔✔On 07 August 1942, the 1st Marine Division landed on the beaches of the Guadalcanal on the Soloman Islands. First combat test of the new amphibious doctrine. Was a turning point in the war in the pacific during World War 2. What is the importance of The Battle of Tarawa? - ✔✔The Gilbert Islands were the first in line of advance for the offensive in the Central Pacific. The objective was the Tarawa Atoll and Betio Island. On 20 November 1943, Marines landed and seucred the island within 76 hours. Due to landing craft being unable to cross an extended reef, Marines were offloaded hundreds of yards from the beaches. This led to heavy losses from drowning, and enemy fire. [Show More]

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