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2006-07-02 Home Front: Culture Wars

Oregon State Police thank Marine in full dress uniform

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Posted by Sherry 2006-07-02 12:41|| || Front Page|| [3 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 I remember an Army Reserve unit that had been on light infantry maneuvers in the desert and were returning in civilian vehicles when they happened on a serious auto accident. Then rendered first aid to several seriously injured people then left when the emergency vehicles finally arrived.

Back in town, covered in filth and camouflage paint, they were pulled over by a policeman, who basically was wondering why, in addition, they were also covered in blood.

After a brief explanation, he remarked that "You guys train a lot harder than we used to."

Posted by Anonymoose 2006-07-02 14:04|| 2006-07-02 14:04|| Front Page Top

#2 Full dress uniforms are expensive. Especially if this Marine is junior enlisted, blood, oil etc. ruining the uniform would mean a significant monetay sacrifice. Made quietly and quickly when needed.

Semper Fi, Marine Houser.

Posted by lotp 2006-07-02 15:00|| 2006-07-02 15:00|| Front Page Top

#3 I sent an email to author of this article. He has already contacted a couple of vets in his area to see what they can find out about this fellow, and to give him a pat on the back. He has promised to stay in touch, since I told him, being in Austin, TX, I didn't always watch or read their station!

Posted by Sherry">Sherry 2006-07-02 17:35|| 2006-07-02 17:35|| Front Page Top

#4 Semper Fi ...would like to contribute to get this kid a new set of full dress. Any thought on how to do that?

Posted by Warthog 2006-07-02 18:31|| 2006-07-02 18:31|| Front Page Top

#5 I'm in for $20, just say where to send it. Jim

Posted by Redneck Jim 2006-07-02 19:28|| 2006-07-02 19:28|| Front Page Top

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