United States Marines
What is a Peace Hero? Webster describes a hero as, "A man noted for courageous acts or nobility of purpose. One who has risked or sacrificed his life". Peace is described as, "The absence of war or other hostilities". Isn't that the life of a Marine? Every day they are willing to risk their lives for the courageous act of peace. Values such as Honor, Courage, and Commitment are what make Marines and in essence, Heroes. Up until 1999 I never really thought about the Marine Corps, but when my brother became a Marine, my knowledge of what they stand for greatly increased. I realize throughout the 20th Century, there has been many peace heroes. But where would these heroes be without the heroes behind the scenes maintaining the peace in which they live. The Marines have a greater responsibility than we can possibly fathom. They hold the essence of peace in their hands. With courage they defend the country they are called to serve. Many of us do not understand this calling, but we enjoy the benefits they provide. While we work our eight-hour days and go to a safe place of refuge called home, they are deployed from their home, family, and friends to a foreign country not always safe. They guar
Stahl (Harper Collins Publishers)Marine Corps' 31st Commandant, General Charles C. In peacetime they provide security detachments for the protection of navel property at naval stations and bases. It is a known fact that the Marines have the toughest and most difficult training course in the world. The Marines, the nation's All Force, are being charged with being the most ready when the nation is least ready. After the war is declared officially over, the Marines stay as a peacekeeping force. Marines may be known for being hard and tough, but they also have hearts when disasters strike. During the 20th Century many wars were fought, from the Philippine-American War (1899-1902) to the Persian Gulf War (1991), the Marines were there serving and protection our nation. Through the long history of the Marine Corps there are examples, both in war and in peace, or such qualities as versatility, trustworthiness, singleness and tenacity of purpose, courage, faithfulness, and self-sacrifice (Video). For example, when, tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods hit the Marines are always there to help rebuild the victims' lives again. " They ARE the 20th Century Peace Heroes. The Marine Corps is a self-contained combat force within the Department of the Navy. Douglas in his introduction to "The United States Marines: A Pictorial History".
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