United States Marine Corps

United States Marine Corps is a tough but eternally rewarding branch of the Armed Forces. The Marine Corps is among the most elite fighting forces around the world. They are a part of the Navy departments and operate with the United States Navy forces at sea. Marines mostly serve on the US navy ships to protect naval bases, guard the US embassies and offer an ever ready strike force that protects US interests anywhere around the world.

To perform the duties, the corps consist of approximately 174,000 officers.  They operate the enlisted helicopters and fly planes. They drive armored vehicles, survey and map territories. Marines operate radar equipment, gather intelligence and maintain computers.  Marines perform other challenging tasks that keep them busy at all times.

United States Marine Corps History

The Marine Corps have been working closely with the US naval forces since 1834. The initial two battalions were formed in Philadelphia on 10th November 1775.  They were an infantry force able to fight for independence both on shore and at sea. Since then the force has expanded and has served in various American wars including in the Second World War. The have also participated in securing cities in both Iraq and Afghanistan.

Training Locations For The United States Marine Corps

There are 2 training locations: Parris Island Recruit Training depot in South Carolina and the San Diego Recruit Training depot at California. Where a recruit is deployed highly depends on where they enlist. Individuals who enlist the West of Mississippi will mostly pass through boot camp in San Diego and those on the East attend at Paris Island. There is only one boot camp that turns women into marines – Paris Island.

Duration Of Service For Marines

Marine Corps are required to serve for not less than 5 years of active military service. There may be additional requirements for each job. Marine Corps are United States’ 911 forces. The country deploys thousands of marines aboard naval ships ready to respond to international crisis. The ability to mobilize faster has enabled the marines to be USA’s ready reaction force. There are wonderful custom made Marine Corps Rings available for all divisions of the United States Marine Corps.

On the other hand, the army is a larger force and therefore utilized in larger and longer conflicts. The Army relieves the marines after sometime similar to what happened in Somalia. In the camps, each marine is a rifleman. At Camp Lejeune and Camp Pendleton, all marines get proper training whether they are computer or air wing technicians. This enables them to function as infantrymen if need arises.

Marine Corps Rings For Heroes

Marine Corps Rings reminds peoples of their services in the United States. They are custom made for all the divisions and units to record battle details. Since 1990, Marine Corps have participated in many operations including in the Desert Storm, Enduring freedom and The Desert Freedom. The marines also participated in securing most cities in Afghanistan and Iraq. The rings are great items of jewelry for the Marines.

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4th Infantry Division

4th Infantry Division was organized in 1917 by MG George H. Cameron. The location was Camp Greene in North Carolina. The division has a very instinctive insignia comprising of four Ivy leaves.
The motto associated with the division is "Steadfast and Loyal" and the division lives very much up to this. Initially there was two brigades the 7th brigade and the 8th brigade. These brigades were active during World War 1 also referred to the Great War.

Training The 4th Infantry Division

Training is always difficult but in 1918 things were tough. These were during the war years and French and British army advisers were drafted in to assist in training methods. The reason for this was the the French and the British were already fighting the Germans since 1914. They had great experience and first hand knowledge of the terrain and battle conditions.

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Eventually the training continued overseas in France in the Samer region. Lee-Enfield rifles were issued to the soldiers but they were unhappy with these and command had to reissue soldiers with Springfield rifles.

In 1940 the 4th Infantry Division was reactivated to fight in World War II. The reactivation was this time at Fort Benning, Georgia. This was under the command of MG George Patton.

Battles of the 4th Infantry Division.

Operation Tiger was the training for the battle along the Normandy Coast. Here in 1944 the battle commenced against the Germans and Hitler. The division was the first to land in this specific area and would eventually change the direction of the war.

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Life In The Navy

It protects our nation’s interest on both domestic and international waters. The United States Navy is the largest and the most advanced naval force in the world. Even though the giant aircraft carriers and fighter jets attract a lot of public attention, navy’s true power lies in the hands of the brave men and women who serve its various departments. Life in the navy is not cut out for everyone. Let’s take a look at what it takes to be a part of The United States Navy.

Training For Life In The Navy

People who enlist in the Navy first have to pass a boot camp conducted at the Navy’s Recruit Training Command or RTC. Located on the shores of the Great lakes, Illinois, this indoor training facility conducts weapons training, naval skill training, and others. RTC also has something called the VESSEL (Virtual Environments for Ship and Shore Experiential Learning).It’s basically a virtual reality simulation that trains recruits how to respond to different crisis situations.

For people who aspire to become naval officers, training starts at Officer Candidate School or Officer Development School. Officers Candidate School is located in Newport, Rhode Island. This is a 12 week training course that prepares college graduates to become Navy Officers. Also located in Newport, Officer Development School offers a 5 week training program for commissioned Officers and prepares them to be Staff Corps Officers.

Daily Duties

Work life of naval personnel is versatile to say the least. They usually have a lot of different types of duties when they are onboard the ship or in the ground. Some of those activities include performing maintenance work, providing security, and keeping a watch for unauthorized vessels and ships.

Life At Sea

As of now navy ship deployments last for 6 months. This means navy personnel have to stay away from their family and share living space with hundreds of other people who are stationed with them. Surviving in these conditions requires a lot of patience and mutual understanding. It’s also important to don an attitude to follow any command given by superior officers or the captain.

Life On Shore

Navy personnel have to live on naval bases when they are on shore. Living quarters are provided for both single sailors and as well as for personnel with families. A standard naval base come equipped with a lot of amenities such as shopping malls, recreational centers, movie theaters, and even golf courses. Naval bases also have state of the art medical facilities for sailors and their family members. All Navy personnel and family members can shop at the Navy Exchange to purchase navy rings, gifts and supplies.

Life After Retirement

Depending on the type of dismissal a Navy sailor received they often enjoy a host of different benefits post-retirement. They get low interest loans for starting small businesses and also have comprehensive healthcare insurance.

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Marine Corps Rings

Marine Corps Rings are worn by active and retired marines. The custom made rings is the ultimate ring as it can display a lot of information related to the person wearing it. Remember these rings are worn for life and it's best that you get good quality from the outset.

Where To Buy Marine Corps Rings

Before the internet became a part of everyday life these rings could only be bought on base. Through the base post exchange or a ring vendor at locations on base. And it's well worth saying they offered very good value. Today these rings can be purchased online at sites like Military Online Shopping which offer a vast range of rings.

The advantage of purchasing online is that you don't have to rush. All the side emblems are presented to you in images and you can view these to select an image for the sides of your ring. There are up to eight locations on a custom marine corps ring that can be personalized.

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Marine Corps Rings are available to customize in Gold and Silver and the prices varies. The variation of price depends on the metal you select. But whatever you select the design process is always the same.

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Military Rings

Military Rings are one of the great pieces of jewelry that defines the heroes of our world. The rings can be custom made to show and reflect a career dedicated to the protection of a nation. When  a person wears these rings they are easily identifiable whether active or retired.

How Are Military Rings Made

First there are no two rings the same, unless they are for the same unit or division. Each ring is custom made to suit the soldier's requirements. Quite often they are designed by a loved on as a gift. They are made using

a dual process. This dual process involves a casting and text combination.

 A cast of each unit emblem is created by the company and a combination of these casts are used to create the sides of the ring. The sides of the military rings are often referred to as the shanks.

When the casts are processed then the text which can appear above or below the emblem is engraved. The text can be the name of the person or it can be special dates relevant to the soldier.

Who Wears Military Rings

Military Rings are worn by soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines. They are worn as a symbol of pride in the branch that the individual serves with. For many it is the one ring that has great meaning and makes a perfect retirement gift.

How To Design A Military Ring

The best way to design a military ring is to get a sheet of paper and write down exactly what you want on the ring. Go to a jewelry store and have the finger sized for a wide band ring. These rings are wider than the normal wedding band, so make sure you remember this.
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