My uncle Jack signed up when he was 17 & served his four years. He died at 90. We were six years apart in age, he was the best uncle a girl could ever have. I will always remember you uncle Jack, and will love you the best of everyone. You were the kindest and most caring. Semper Fi! Babsey
I served for twelve years in the Corps. I was an 0331 in Viet Nam and finished up as a SSgt (8411) when I got out. Whenever someone thanks me for my service, I always reply, "It was an honor." because for me, it was. I know many veterans who are filled with regret that they didn't serve their twenty years and retire. I am filled with pride at the single greatest accomplishment of my life, having earned the title.
Jim, I went back into another branch after serving in our Corps on active duty for 10 years. 16.5 years later at 43 I joined the US Air Force and retired in 2017. I was a Marine wearing a USAF uniform was all...
Had a friend in his 90’s when he passed away, wasn’t famous but he served as a Marine in the Pacific campaigns of WW2 and then the Korean War. He earned 7 Purple Hearts and at one time was Colonel Chesty Puller’s radioman in Korea.
Its often the ones that do the most that dont receive acclaim and fame He is a true hero we owe a huge debt of gratitude to And thank YOU for sharing his story 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸
As the son of a retired USMC M.Sgt, I wish to thank you for this video. I knew several of the names on this list, but was surprised and pleased by many I never knew about. Semper Fi. Oorah!
My ship was undergoing overhaul in dry dock and we were assigned to "The Marine Barracks" in Pearl Harbor in 1976. Marines for some odd reason didn't take too kindly to that. Actually, the Marines are a part of the Navy, always have been, always will be. God bless our active duty troops.
Thank you for your service! My grandfather who passed away Friday at the age of 94 was a WWII USMC Veteran. He served on Saipan, Tinian and Iwo Jima with the 4th Marines. He was my hero.
R. Lee Ermey and George C. Scott and Lee Marvin, best of the actors in the bunch, especially when they played Marines on the big silver screen!! Loved this post!
Bobbie...That's what a TUFF ASS MARINE does...PRETTY MUCH WHAT HE/SHE WANTS TOO!!! I absolutely love the idea that your dad is 92 & STILL RIDES A HARLEY!!! I would love to meet your dad & just listen to his life story!!! Much love from Mobile.
My personal favorite is Art Buchwald. He tells the story of himself as an ordinance man. He dropped a live bomb in a hangar, but because he failed to arm it properly, it didn't detonate. His commanding officer told him he wasn't sure whether he should court martial him for his stupidity of dropping the bomb or commending him for his incompetence at improperly arming it.
My late father is a Marine and several of my uncles are Marines. I'm extremely proud of all of them. Thanks to everyone who has served and who is serving. May God bless and protect you
Agreed...except there's not enough space for everyone at Arlington unless you're willing to be cremated. The other option is a Veterans Cemetery which is probably the option I'll take when I check out :-)
We honor all who served...but you'll have to expect a certain bias when you watch a video made about Marines and made by a Marine. I'm sure there are plenty of Army videos out there you can watch too. I don't go there and post because I'm a Marine. And if I do watch a video about US soldiers I'm not going to be surprised it they're all gun ho about the Army.
+Robert Dore I respectfully disagree. A Marine's proper resting place is wherever the f*** he feels like. I worked with a very dear friend who was in the Army, but had fallen on hard times, and was homeless, driving a cab. When he passed, my co-worker, who knew him very well, asked me what she needed to do to get him a proper burial in a Veteran's Cemetery. I told her what to do, she did the legwork. At his funeral, all of the office workers went to his funeral, and I guided my friend on what was happening, and when to give me everything she was holding on to. When she asked if I was going to do the same, I informed her I would be buried with my parents. My father is a Marine, and he's in a civilian cemetery with my mother. I'll be joining him there. So, a Marine's proper resting place is wherever the f*** he feels like, just as are most things with Marines - wherever the f*** we feel like. Where does a Marine call home? Wherever the f*** he feels like calling home. Or, as AFT Marine would say, "If I'm standing on it, it's America!"
@@juniormorse1426I do. I also have many more relatives that went to the service and have heard there stories just like you. So I know what you are talking about when they told there stories.
I was U.S. ARMY , A Co. 1/504th P.I.R. 3rd Bdg. 82nd Abn Div. and Marine Recon from Camp Legeune would come and jump with us. My late uncle Jesus Bazan 3rd Marine Div. perished at Iwo Jima. So I have nothing but respect for the Corp. We might talk smack but in the end of the day we are Americans.
Correct...it's simply a friendly rivalry between all the branches...we kid each other all the time but we'll be there in a heart beat to back each other up when called.
Absolutely. And we will talk smack to each other but will not tolerate anyone else doing the same. It doesn't matter if you're a doggy, squid, zoomie, or jarhead, we've all earned that right. Civilian friends will talk nice to your face, but talk shit behind your back. Veteran friends will talk shit to your face, but talk nice behind your back.
Did my "4 with the Corps" tour from 1985-89 and many of the people on the list did know but some surprised me because you would not think they were once part of our ranks. Then again once your family you never really leave. To all my Marine brothers out there SEMPER FI and have a great rest of the year 2021.
My dad served with Gene Hackman in A Company, 2nd Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion circa 1951-1952 at Camp Geiger, Stone Bay, Camp Lejeune. He had a motorcycle wreck and broke his legs or arm.
You can always tell when a military man or women is in the room . They carry themselves with a demeanor that no one ealse has thank you all for your service !!! And to all who came before !!! Thank you !! Your all heroes !! MY heroes ❤️
Thank you for this video. I love the Marines.Having cared for some in our USAF hospital in Japan during TET they taught me something incredible ; Marines are the best.!! "Take care of my buddy!!" Tears welled up in my eyes watching this wonderful video.
You forgot one in particular. Robert Conrad, actor. Who played USMC fighter pilot Maj. Gregory "Pappy" Boyington in the short-lived TV series "Baa Baa Black Sheep".
Thanks for producing and sharing, my dad served as a Marine on Guadalcanal during World War II, I salute all those who served our country but I feel the Marines are a cut above the rest, their character seems to always shine through.
There is no such thing as a "WERE" Marine. Only "ARE" Marines. Learned that 50-something years ago... Personally, I'm 5th generation Army, but still....
Once a Marine...always a Marine. Part of the elite group of "a few good men." I'm Predjudicted. My grandson is a Marine! God bless all the service men and women who served and any brCh of the military. Forever grateful. 🙏🏻🇺🇸
I've been thrown for a few loops by some of my friends and co-workers too. I'm pretty impressed by those who served and are humble about it afterwards.
Bea Arthur! Wow, I never knew one of the golden girls is a Marine. Bea was always a tough cookie, good Marine material. I know Bea is no longer with us but even in death, once a Marine, always a Marine.
One of the things that I most admire about the American military is the support they have among all, whether you are an army, navy or air force, everyone always says to each other.... thank you for your support, something that does not happen in my country!
Semper Fi to all Marines. I had 2 brothers in the 1st Div in Korea. However, don't forget those of us that were ARMY. We withstood attacks too.; Korea and Vietnam. I tried to join the Corp but like Audie Murphy; I was also too short; so I joined the ARMY. Again... Semper Fi!!!!!
My Uncle Troy, a staunch Marine of WWll, served full time in the Korean War in the coldest weather ever. He then served in Vietnam as an aircraft mechanic for 18 months. By then, he was nine weeks from retirement. Again he returned to Vietnam for another 9 months because there was a shortage of helicopter mechanics! 10 months later he was fortunate to return to us. He retired to the California desert, humble and rarely spoke of his service. He reasoned that he never wanted to see a winter as cold as Korea and he did not like the jungles anymore. He earned many medals. He was a hero in Korea. Many wrote of his bravery and dedication to young Marines. I only knew this because of the "Stars and Stripes" newspaper. To me, he was my favorite Uncle because he woke up early with us kids. He taught us how to make breakfast out of nothing. He called it "Montana Gravy" on a "shingle" ( ie., toast) We enjoyed "picnics" for lunch as we camped out. Truly, he loved America and he inspired greatness in all of us. His son retired as a Naval Commander. His grandson is flying "Hornets" now, based out of Rhode Island. Uncle Troy loved his family and the Marines. He chewed on an unlit cigar as long as I can remember. Even in retirement, Marines from all over came to have that 5am cup of coffee with him. I dearly miss the twinkle in his eyes and the lessons about loving family. May God bless him and our young Marines! Hoorah!
Murph didn't need the USMC. He just needed a chance. I have a brother, an Ïrish twin," 10-1/2 months younger. He's huge. I'm not. We went different paths. I went merchant marine, he went with The Corps. I cannot do what he did - maybe. However, having loaded and cleared MILCARGO on several exercises, I want to say that when Army and Marine elements get into port, USMC "junk" is always ready - tires pressed up, chains off, engines running. And...GONE, when the ramps are down. They fight. The finest light infantry in the world, bar none. The things they do, just amazing. I will never try to gain reflected glory off my brother. I'm just amazed we have one in the family.
Semper Fi! I hope everyone takes notice - The title "Did You Know They Are Marines?" Not "were Marines, used to be Marines or served in the Armed Forces - But "Are Marines" Once a Marine always a Marine. (HM - Doc sends)
Baseball Hall of Famer & Humanitarian Roberto Clemente, who lost his life in a plane crash flying relief supplies to an earthquake in Nicaragua, served in the Marine Reserves.
They missed Oran “juice” Jones he had an 80’s hit The Rain. He was Marine Officer Sniper was only 2nd African American brigade commander in Naval Academy’s history
Semper Fi! I had no idea about some of them! I got out in 93'... I'm getting old fast. Ha! Your video brought a smile to my face. I bet Chesty would have smiled too! Thanks for sharing; take care brother.
Robert Diaz Thank you for your service!!! I lost my 2 favorite MARINE'S. Daddy Jim.... 13Sept2011. And my favorite cousin... LONNIE LEE DOCKERY( USMC Ret. MSGT).
And blessings to every one including you Pablo. At this time when our values and morals are falling apart, We need more like these for the tough times ahead. Dean, Az-Sept 2021
That should've read GREAT!!!!!! There we are. Thanks so very very much for your efforts in this piece and for putting your OWN rights aside the day you signed up
J. K. Sort of shamed himself? Actor Brian Dennehy claimed for years that he served a five-year tour as a Marine in Vietnam, where he was wounded in action. In reality, Dennehy's only Vietnam "action" was on-screen in "A Rumor of War", in which he portrayed a Marine gunnery sergeant. While Dennehy did serve in the Marines, it was not in Vietnam; his only "combat duty" was playing football in Okinawa in 1962.
I always thought Maude, played by Bea Arthur, was as tough as nails. Now I know why. What an amazing collection of individuals. I cannot imagine what awaits my Marine grandson after his service ends.
That's great that he's going to serve! He will learn many useful lessons for a better life. Discipline, focus, attention to detail, unwillingness to quit and the most valuable to me was learning that I was capable of much more than I ever could have dreamed.
Thank you for your service. My grandson is already taking classes at the Junior College near the base. I am sure his service will help him succeed in whatever path he chooses. He is already a full Corporal (blood stripe) and has received an achievement medal. I am so proud.
In my first job at a newspaper my boss was a Marine brass in Vietnam. I heard all the stuff what was going on in the war that you would never learn in a history class. In every lunch break we were watching reruns of MASH, his favorite was Radar. Always made him laugh.
I had to smile at Tyrone Powers. He drilled regularly with a Marine Reserve unit, as a Major. When his unit shipped out, he found out and found transportation to intercept them. When his Hollywood associates wanted him on set, he was missing. After a huge hue and cry, he got tracked down. In a rare situation, he got threatened with court-martial if he did not leave the combat zone and return to the 48 to do publicity work. He was angry, but he went. Piece of trivia: he was one of the two best swordsmen in Hollywood, and therefore, one of the few Marine Officers able to use his sword in combat, if need be.
Pablo Flores it struck me, too. It was in the official history of the Marine Reserve, published in their Golden Jubilee year, 1966. I had always liked Maj Powers, and many of the others. Somehow, you recognize that certain essence.
An important one you missed was Joe Foss, Medal of Honor winner, and former Governor of South Dakota and the first commissioner of the American Football Conference.
He also should have been the Corps' Ace of Aces, as four of Gregory Boyington's total were planes he shot down when he was a Flying Tiger, for which he had to resign from the Corps, he was just a private individual.
They forgot Oran “juice” Jones 80’s hit song The Rain. He was the second African American to ever be a brigade commander at the naval academy in history. He served as Marine Corp Sniper Officer til 1986. Semper Fi
In January 1954, Dan Rather enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and was sent to the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. He was soon discharged, however, because he was found to have had rheumatic fever as a child, a fact he had omitted during the enlistment process
Hi Michael, No Peter Falk was not a Marine but he did join the Merchant Marines. That's probably what you're remembering. He wasn't allowed to join the Armed Services due to his missing eye which he lost as a child.
"Bloody" Sam Peckinpah, Warren Oates, and Richard Brooks (director of the Lee Marvin/ Robert Ryan film, "The Professionals) need to be added. Great video!
R. Lee Ermey was asked to be a Consultant for "Full Metal Jacket", what happened is cinematic history. (April 15, 2018 Rest In Peace 🙏) SEMPER FI "Always Faithful". THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SERVICE!! 💖🇺🇸💖
There seems to be some who cannot understand: "Once a Marine always a Marine." I did not serve. I graduated from U.C.L.A., a Bruin. I earned my diploma. Once a Bruin, always a Bruin. My grandson is a Marine. He earned it. So once a Marine always a Marine. I am so proud of him.
From the daughter of a Marine, to all other Marines out there SEMPER FI DEVIL DOGS!!!! and thank you all for you service and sacrifice for our great country!!!
@@johnhadley7715 why arent u working for the FBI lol if you can tell killers just by looking at their eyes hahahaha? saying any part of Drew Carey other than the haircut looks like a killer is preposterous, the only expression in his eyes is comic mischief and the hunger for another burger or steak
I was a Marine ('79-'74) but I only knew about half of these were. Some really surprised me, others I still never heard of 'em. Glenn Ford?? No wonder he was cool.
4:43 As soon as Stars and Stripes Forever plays, John Philip Sousa's name appears. (John Philip Sousa actually did compose The Stars and Stripes Forever).
Adam Driver (appeared in House of Gucci, Girls, BlacKkKlansman) was a Marine. He was discharged after a Bike Accident. Shaggy (musician) was a Marine who fought in Operation Desert Storm.
Thank you CPL. Pablo Flores, I see I served the Corps with some Famous, Well Known and some I do not know, however you brought them to life with this video, CPL D.R. "Doc Young, MOS7051, Crash Fire & Rescue, 2nd Marine Battalion, HQ & HQ, MCAS Yuma AZ 72-75 - "Semper Fi" Do or Die Never to Retreat, Re-Group Hell Yeah, also 24 yrs DOD Federal Fire on Navy, Marine and Air Force Bases, Sorry Army, I wanted to go to Ft. Campbell KY, when I was leaving the Corps, something about I was not fit enough for the Army, again Thank You Pablo and for your Service too.
Thank you and I'm glad you liked the video. Make sure to check out my other USMC videos. You can find links to them above in the description of this video. Semper Fi!
My uncle Jack signed up when he was 17 & served his four years. He died at 90. We were six years apart in age, he was the best uncle a girl could ever have. I will always remember you uncle Jack, and will love you the best of everyone. You were the kindest and most caring. Semper Fi! Babsey
I`m in excellent company, proud to be a Jarhead, Pete Asterino N Syracue NY USMC 1953-1957
I served for twelve years in the Corps. I was an 0331 in Viet Nam and finished up as a SSgt (8411) when I got out. Whenever someone thanks me for my service, I always reply, "It was an honor." because for me, it was. I know many veterans who are filled with regret that they didn't serve their twenty years and retire. I am filled with pride at the single greatest accomplishment of my life, having earned the title.
Jim Killgrove` 👍🇺🇸💜
Hats off to you Sir. 12 years is substantial
Jim, I went back into another branch after serving in our Corps on active duty for 10 years. 16.5 years later at 43 I joined the US Air Force and retired in 2017. I was a Marine wearing a USAF uniform was all...
As the saying goes “Once a Marine, always a Marine”. No such animal as an “ex-Marine”.
@@tvormwald u j
My thanks to all marines, and all other members of our armed forces for your service. You have my utmost respect.
Had a friend in his 90’s when he passed away, wasn’t famous but he served as a Marine in the Pacific campaigns of WW2 and then the Korean War. He earned 7 Purple Hearts and at one time was Colonel Chesty Puller’s radioman in Korea.
The Marine's MARINE!
That explains all the purple hearts!
May god bless him a true hero
Its often the ones that do the most that dont receive acclaim and fame
He is a true hero we owe a huge debt of gratitude to
And thank YOU for sharing his story
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Thanks for your service. My son was recognized as a Marine for the first time today in San Diego!
As the son of a retired USMC M.Sgt, I wish to thank you for this video. I knew several of the names on this list, but was surprised and pleased by many I never knew about. Semper Fi. Oorah!
Ernie Hudson, the actor in the movie Ghostbusters is a Marine. I was stationed at Marine Barracks Pearl Harbor with him in the sixties.
My ship was undergoing overhaul in dry dock and we were assigned to "The Marine Barracks" in Pearl Harbor in 1976. Marines for some odd reason didn't take too kindly to that. Actually, the Marines are a part of the Navy, always have been, always will be. God bless our active duty troops.
Thank you for your service! My grandfather who passed away Friday at the age of 94 was a WWII USMC Veteran. He served on Saipan, Tinian and Iwo Jima with the 4th Marines. He was my hero.
R. Lee Ermey and George C. Scott and Lee Marvin, best of the actors in the bunch, especially when they played Marines on the big silver screen!! Loved this post!
Once a Marine Always a Marine.
Not all. Some have disgraced their uniform.
Semper Fi mac
Amen. Especially some of the phases we use. They can be very ugly and inappropriate.
Attention getters.
@@nonhominid
You're absolutely right. Makes me mad cause some turn out to be Shit Birds.
OORuuuuhhhh!!
Ted Williams once said that of all the things he'd done, he was proudest of being a USMC fighter pilot. Semper Fi Ted!
Ted, may your head freeze in peace, on top of that tuna fish can.
He served twice, WWII and Korea. Just imagine what his stats would've been had he not served. Semper Fi.
Phil Quigley baseball was a game.
Shortly after he retired, a reporter asked which team was the best he played on....."The United States Marine Corps"
@@williammassey8514 yeah, he missed 5 years in his prime
My dad is a Marine...WWII vet...still rides his Harley at the age of 92!
Bless him!
he has my respect,and I ride a Harley,i'm 68 and you're old man is tuff to the bone,somebody change his oil
Bobbie...That's what a TUFF ASS MARINE does...PRETTY MUCH WHAT HE/SHE WANTS TOO!!!
I absolutely love the idea that your dad is 92 & STILL RIDES A HARLEY!!!
I would love to meet your dad & just listen to his life story!!!
Much love from Mobile.
Cool cool
Let the man enjoy the time he has left.
My personal favorite is Art Buchwald. He tells the story of himself as an ordinance man. He dropped a live bomb in a hangar, but because he failed to arm it properly, it didn't detonate. His commanding officer told him he wasn't sure whether he should court martial him for his stupidity of dropping the bomb or commending him for his incompetence at improperly arming it.
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My late father is a Marine and several of my uncles are Marines. I'm extremely proud of all of them. Thanks to everyone who has served and who is serving. May God bless and protect you
Lee Marvin is buried at Arlington Cemetery; aside from the field of battle, the only proper resting place for a US Marine.
Agreed...except there's not enough space for everyone at Arlington unless you're willing to be cremated. The other option is a Veterans Cemetery which is probably the option I'll take when I check out :-)
We honor all who served...but you'll have to expect a certain bias when you watch a video made about Marines and made by a Marine. I'm sure there are plenty of Army videos out there you can watch too. I don't go there and post because I'm a Marine. And if I do watch a video about US soldiers I'm not going to be surprised it they're all gun ho about the Army.
+Robert Dore
I respectfully disagree. A Marine's proper resting place is wherever the f*** he feels like. I worked with a very dear friend who was in the Army, but had fallen on hard times, and was homeless, driving a cab. When he passed, my co-worker, who knew him very well, asked me what she needed to do to get him a proper burial in a Veteran's Cemetery. I told her what to do, she did the legwork. At his funeral, all of the office workers went to his funeral, and I guided my friend on what was happening, and when to give me everything she was holding on to. When she asked if I was going to do the same, I informed her I would be buried with my parents. My father is a Marine, and he's in a civilian cemetery with my mother. I'll be joining him there. So, a Marine's proper resting place is wherever the f*** he feels like, just as are most things with Marines - wherever the f*** we feel like. Where does a Marine call home? Wherever the f*** he feels like calling home. Or, as AFT Marine would say, "If I'm standing on it, it's America!"
Yes, very close to where Joe Louis (Army) is buried.
I was an Army paratrooper for 26 years but you know what? I can only stand in a Marine's shadow. Thank God America has a Marine Corp.
I'm the grandson of the greatest marines around. The Navajo code talkers.
@@juniormorse1426I do. I also have many more relatives that went to the service and have heard there stories just like you. So I know what you are talking about when they told there stories.
and thank you for all that your grandfather did in the war
That's very cool
They're all great !
@@AJCORE_2024 that really is very very cool.
I was U.S. ARMY , A Co. 1/504th P.I.R. 3rd Bdg. 82nd Abn Div. and Marine Recon from Camp Legeune would come and jump with us. My late uncle Jesus Bazan 3rd Marine Div. perished at Iwo Jima. So I have nothing but respect for the Corp. We might talk smack but in the end of the day we are Americans.
Correct...it's simply a friendly rivalry between all the branches...we kid each other all the time but we'll be there in a heart beat to back each other up when called.
And we all bleed O.D.
Exactly. And america is more than just the US (: and you forgot an n in your name, (bann not ban). Have a lovely day (all)!
Ooorahh
Absolutely. And we will talk smack to each other but will not tolerate anyone else doing the same. It doesn't matter if you're a doggy, squid, zoomie, or jarhead, we've all earned that right.
Civilian friends will talk nice to your face, but talk shit behind your back.
Veteran friends will talk shit to your face, but talk nice behind your back.
Did my "4 with the Corps" tour from 1985-89 and many of the people on the list did know but some surprised me because you would not think they were once part of our ranks. Then again once your family you never really leave. To all my Marine brothers out there SEMPER FI and have a great rest of the year 2021.
Did mine in army. 72 to 75
Served 24 years as a Navy Corpsman, 2 tours with the Marines - 8404/FMF. The Marines treated me better than my own Navy. Ooorah!
Thanks Doc.
The Marines few good men…The Navy Corpsman. We always took care of doc.
Thank you to all of you Marines who served and are serving.... as a sister of one Thank you! OORAH! Proud sister of a US Marine. ❤❤❤ Semper Fi!
My dad served with Gene Hackman in A Company, 2nd Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion circa 1951-1952 at Camp Geiger, Stone Bay, Camp Lejeune. He had a motorcycle wreck and broke his legs or arm.
Toy Caldwell, founding member, lead guitarist, chief songwriter and vocalist of the Marshall Tucker Band
You can always tell when a military man or women is in the room . They carry themselves with a demeanor that no one ealse has thank you all for your service !!! And to all who came before !!! Thank you !! Your all heroes !! MY heroes ❤️
Thank you for this video. I love the Marines.Having cared for some in our USAF hospital in Japan during TET they taught me something incredible ; Marines are the best.!! "Take care of my buddy!!" Tears welled up in my eyes watching this wonderful video.
You forgot one in particular. Robert Conrad, actor. Who played USMC fighter pilot Maj. Gregory "Pappy" Boyington in the short-lived TV series "Baa Baa Black Sheep".
He was a fitness freak in Columbo "An Exercise in Fatality"
Semper Fi! It just goes to show we have a Big Family. And alot of talented ones at that.
Great vid, Pablo!
Thank you for your Service!
God Bless the USMC!
My nephew just join the US Marines this year. I am proud of him.
Oh God how I love my Marines. Please Dear Lord watch over them.
Thanks for producing and sharing, my dad served as a Marine on Guadalcanal during World War II, I salute all those who served our country but I feel the Marines are a cut above the rest, their character seems to always shine through.
Thanks for your family's service and Semper Fi!
moodg162010 Marine's are "first to fight" in most wars, they are the Navy's "Expeditionary Force".
moodg162010 my grandfather was a Marine who served in Guadal Canal too.
moodg162010 Wonder if he remembers Don Adams
I served in the USAF, and I believe and I believe marines are a cut above.
Thanks for saying "They ARE MARINES, not they were Marines!
Pat Garrett
Yeah it took me some time after leaving the service to understand that.
Thank you for your service!
Thank you and glad you enjoyed it
There is no such thing as a "WERE" Marine. Only "ARE" Marines.
Learned that 50-something years ago... Personally, I'm 5th generation Army, but still....
Thanks Thund3rb1rd for your service as well. Glad you liked the video.
Once a Marine...always a Marine. Part of the elite group of "a few good men." I'm Predjudicted. My grandson is a Marine! God bless all the service men and women who served and any brCh of the military. Forever grateful. 🙏🏻🇺🇸
I am amazed. some came as no suprise. others were a great delight. God bless our vets and thanks everyone for your service.
R. Lee Ermey came out of the womb in uniform shouting orders at the doctors.
Lee Ermey wasn't born, he was issued.
And if the Marine Corps wanted you married they'd have issued you a wife! :-D
BN Supply?
I wouldn't be surprised...it has that kind of effect on you.
RIP
Leana Jo
RIP DI Ermey (that’s from a U.S. Army veteran, no less!)
Semper Fi... From a Sailor who rode with you guys...and went through SERE with you too. God Bless!
I've been thrown for a few loops by some of my friends and co-workers too. I'm pretty impressed by those who served and are humble about it afterwards.
Bea Arthur! Wow, I never knew one of the golden girls is a Marine. Bea was always a tough cookie, good Marine material. I know Bea is no longer with us but even in death, once a Marine, always a Marine.
Later in life, she denied ever being in.
I always wanted it when I was a kid. I thought she was so beautiful and sexy.
She was a sergeant in the USMC ladies auxiliary during WW2.
James Dolan she was the butt of so many comics referring to her as mannish looking she tried to minimize it.
Roger that dude.
One of the things that I most admire about the American military is the support they have among all, whether you are an army, navy or air force, everyone always says to each other.... thank you for your support, something that does not happen in my country!
There was a time 50+ years ago that was not true. USMC 68-69
Semper Fi to all Marines. I had 2 brothers in the 1st Div in Korea. However, don't forget those of us that were ARMY. We withstood attacks too.; Korea and Vietnam. I tried to join the Corp but like Audie Murphy; I was also too short; so I joined the ARMY. Again... Semper Fi!!!!!
No disrespect to our Army brothers nor to any other branch...but this videos is about Marines made by a Marine.
Sean Kelly- you stood your watch for your country; that’s all that matters. A cross-service Semper Fi to you.
My Uncle Troy, a staunch Marine of WWll, served full time in the Korean War in the coldest weather ever. He then served in Vietnam as an aircraft mechanic for 18 months. By then, he was nine weeks from retirement. Again he returned to Vietnam for another 9 months because there was a shortage of helicopter mechanics! 10 months later he was fortunate to return to us.
He retired to the California desert, humble and rarely spoke of his service. He reasoned that he never wanted to see a winter as cold as Korea and he did not like the jungles anymore.
He earned many medals. He was a hero in Korea. Many wrote of his bravery and dedication to young Marines. I only knew this because of the "Stars and Stripes" newspaper.
To me, he was my favorite Uncle because he woke up early with us kids. He taught us how to make breakfast out of nothing. He called it "Montana Gravy" on a "shingle" ( ie., toast) We enjoyed "picnics" for lunch as we camped out. Truly, he loved America and he inspired greatness in all of us. His son retired as a Naval Commander. His grandson is flying "Hornets" now, based out of Rhode Island.
Uncle Troy loved his family and the Marines. He chewed on an unlit cigar as long as I can remember. Even in retirement, Marines from all over came to have that 5am cup of coffee with him. I dearly miss the twinkle in his eyes and the lessons about loving family.
May God bless him and our young Marines!
Hoorah!
@@savvyda965 What a loving tribute. Glad you shared it. --from the mother and a niece of Marines
Murph didn't need the USMC. He just needed a chance. I have a brother, an Ïrish twin," 10-1/2 months younger. He's huge. I'm not. We went different paths. I went merchant marine, he went with The Corps. I cannot do what he did - maybe. However, having loaded and cleared MILCARGO on several exercises, I want to say that when Army and Marine elements get into port, USMC "junk" is always ready - tires pressed up, chains off, engines running. And...GONE, when the ramps are down. They fight. The finest light infantry in the world, bar none. The things they do, just amazing. I will never try to gain reflected glory off my brother. I'm just amazed we have one in the family.
Semper Fi! I hope everyone takes notice - The title "Did You Know They Are Marines?" Not "were Marines, used to be Marines or served in the Armed Forces - But "Are Marines" Once a Marine always a Marine. (HM - Doc sends)
Baseball Hall of Famer & Humanitarian Roberto Clemente, who lost his life in a plane crash flying relief supplies to an earthquake in Nicaragua, served in the Marine Reserves.
Right, that's why he was included in the video.
Still a great example. 🇺🇸🇵🇷
They missed Oran “juice” Jones he had an 80’s hit The Rain. He was Marine Officer Sniper was only 2nd African American brigade commander in Naval Academy’s history
@@artcab6434 OMG, never knew he was a Marine.
Semper Fi! I had no idea about some of them! I got out in 93'... I'm getting old fast. Ha! Your video brought a smile to my face. I bet Chesty would have smiled too! Thanks for sharing; take care brother.
Thanks Monty, I’m glad you liked it. Please check out my other USMC videos linked in this video’s description.
Thanks Monty, I’m glad you liked it. Please check out my other USMC videos linked in this video’s description.
Thank you for your service... and for the laughs, entertainment, news, music, and everything else.
PROUD TO BE A MARINE VETERAN...🦅🌎⚓️🎖🇺🇸😃
Semper Fi.
Same here Robert I'm a US Marine vet. Vietnam Era
Semper Fi brother Marine.
Semper Fi , Brother
Robert Diaz Thank you for your service!!! I lost my 2 favorite MARINE'S. Daddy Jim.... 13Sept2011. And my favorite cousin... LONNIE LEE DOCKERY( USMC Ret. MSGT).
My grandson start boot camp in January. Thank you for your service.
Wow ! Thanks for their service. Thanks to the person who made the video. That's incredible 👏
And blessings to every one including you Pablo. At this time when our values and morals are falling apart, We need more like these for the tough times ahead. Dean, Az-Sept 2021
Thank you very much appreciated.
What an amazing array of talent in just about every walk of life! Thank you for your service, CPL Flores!
Thank you I appreciate that and I'm glad you enjoyed it.
That should've read GREAT!!!!!!
There we are.
Thanks so very very much for your efforts in this piece and for putting your OWN rights aside the day you signed up
Going through bootcamp with the last name Pyle must have been interesting.
I was a US Navy aviation structural mechanic first class and I was saved by a Sgt. Mike Meeks US Marine Corp. I owe my life to this Marine
Good clip. Some of the guys I had no idea they were Marines. Enjoyed this very much.
Freddie- Texas. Thanks to all my brothers and sisters in the USMC. Semper Fi
Geeez did you see Drew Carey? He looked like a bad ass.
Everyone's a badass once they become a marine.
A corn-fed hardass.
Brian Dennehy, Gene Hackman, Scott Glenn. That is awesome. Great video.
J. K. I thought he served in the Korean War. To be a Korean War vet isn’t chopped liver.
Dennehy never made it further than Okinawa. He was born in 1938 so there's not much of a chance that he served in Korea.
Ernest Turnage To be fair, he did lie about his military service where he claimed to have tours in Vietnam under his belt when he in fact, didn’t.
@@dightonazpeitia4350 I know it and to me it makes him a shitbird, apology or no apology.
J. K. Sort of shamed himself? Actor Brian Dennehy claimed for years that he served a five-year tour as a Marine in Vietnam, where he was wounded in action. In reality, Dennehy's only Vietnam "action" was on-screen in "A Rumor of War", in which he portrayed a Marine gunnery sergeant. While Dennehy did serve in the Marines, it was not in Vietnam; his only "combat duty" was playing football in Okinawa in 1962.
I always thought Maude, played by Bea Arthur, was as tough as nails. Now I know why. What an amazing collection of individuals. I cannot imagine what awaits my Marine grandson after his service ends.
That's great that he's going to serve!
He will learn many useful lessons for a better life. Discipline, focus, attention to detail, unwillingness to quit and the most valuable to me was learning that I was capable of much more than I ever could have dreamed.
Thank you for your service. My grandson is already taking classes at the Junior College near the base. I am sure his service will help him succeed in whatever path he chooses. He is already a full Corporal (blood stripe) and has received an achievement medal. I am so proud.
I am not a Marine but I have Much respect for them. that was a great video!
Great clip for Marine Corps history. Semper Fi and well done.
In my first job at a newspaper my boss was a Marine brass in Vietnam. I heard all the stuff what was going on in the war that you would never learn in a history class. In every lunch break we were watching reruns of MASH, his favorite was Radar. Always made him laugh.
I had to smile at Tyrone Powers. He drilled regularly with a Marine Reserve unit, as a Major. When his unit shipped out, he found out and found transportation to intercept them. When his Hollywood associates wanted him on set, he was missing. After a huge hue and cry, he got tracked down. In a rare situation, he got threatened with court-martial if he did not leave the combat zone and return to the 48 to do publicity work. He was angry, but he went. Piece of trivia: he was one of the two best swordsmen in Hollywood, and therefore, one of the few Marine Officers able to use his sword in combat, if need be.
Wow that's great stuff!...imagine that...a Hollywood actor who wants to go to the front line!
Pablo Flores it struck me, too. It was in the official history of the Marine Reserve, published in their Golden Jubilee year, 1966. I had always liked Maj Powers, and many of the others. Somehow, you recognize that certain essence.
Yeah the real McCoys stand out.
@@PabloFlores Siempre fi Brother
@@PabloFlores : I had always love Maj Power! He was a great man, a good soldier and a great actor, too. Thank you very, very much!
An important one you missed was Joe Foss, Medal of Honor winner, and former Governor of South Dakota and the first commissioner of the American Football Conference.
He also should have been the Corps' Ace of Aces, as four of Gregory Boyington's total were planes he shot down when he was a Flying Tiger, for which he had to resign from the Corps, he was just a private individual.
They forgot Oran “juice” Jones 80’s hit song The Rain. He was the second African American to ever be a brigade commander at the naval academy in history. He served as Marine Corp Sniper Officer til 1986. Semper Fi
In January 1954, Dan Rather enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and was sent to the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. He was soon discharged, however, because he was found to have had rheumatic fever as a child, a fact he had omitted during the enlistment process
THANK YOU GENTLEMEN FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THIS GREAT NATION.
I SALUTE YOU ONE AND ALL.
hell of a list there. I only knew a few of them, not the entirety. fantastic job.
Thanks...yeah there's definitely some surprises
Hi Michael,
No Peter Falk was not a Marine but he did join the Merchant Marines. That's probably what you're remembering.
He wasn't allowed to join the Armed Services due to his missing eye which he lost as a child.
6:54 10-10-23 it just so happened that I was with Artimus Pyle last Sat in New Port TN. He's a great guy.
"Bloody" Sam Peckinpah, Warren Oates, and Richard Brooks (director of the Lee Marvin/ Robert Ryan film, "The Professionals) need to be added. Great video!
What a great video. We love our marines.
As a Former Marine myself from 1986-1990. I had no clue about a lot of these people being Marines.....Bea Arthur was the shocker to me!!
R. Lee Ermey was asked to be a Consultant for "Full Metal Jacket", what happened is cinematic history. (April 15, 2018 Rest In Peace 🙏)
SEMPER FI "Always Faithful". THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SERVICE!! 💖🇺🇸💖
I'll always remember R. Lee Ermy's character "G'ny Sgt Hartman" belting out, "OUTSTANDING."
RIP, Marine.
Once a Marine, always a Marine! Ooh Rah!
Mark Philpot Amen brother
Right up there with the finest combat troops amywhere
Just show that a Marine in civilian life is one heck of a go getter. Way to go all you Marines. Thanks for your service. CaleyAnn a Marine Brat
Thanks and thank your family for their service.
Thank you for this. I knew a few already, but most were a surprise.
There seems to be some who cannot understand: "Once a Marine always a Marine." I did not serve. I graduated from U.C.L.A., a Bruin. I earned my diploma. Once a Bruin, always a Bruin. My grandson is a Marine. He earned it. So once a Marine always a Marine. I am so proud of him.
"New Corps, old Corps. Just as long as it's the Marine Corps." Chesty Puller
From the daughter of a Marine, to all other Marines out there SEMPER FI DEVIL DOGS!!!! and thank you all for you service and sacrifice for our great country!!!
Yep, they walk on water. Everyone should bow down to their greatness.
and george c. scott is interesting, as patton was an army general... and he did a great job portraying him in that movie.
As a former commando, I'd give my life for each and every one of these men.
The late JoJo White of the Boston Celtics was also a Marine.
I always enjoy these types of videos. Thanks and Semper Fi brother.
Thanks Spook Ops and Semper Fi
Pablo, Great job of putting this together.
One more to add to the list is Pernell Roberts, Adam in Bonanza and also Trapper John, MD.
Gene Hackman, one of the greatest actors in the last 50 years
Notice how many of them did something with their lives.
Dan Kelly ummm. WhT about the losers living off bogus military disability?
That's a little vague. How about you define which ones don't deserve it?
Of course, it's about people we all know, how could nobody's be in it?
@@mroceans8336 In todays computer age, im sure very few.
I served in the Air Force, but some of the smartest guys I worked with at AT&T were Marines.
Thanks for the video clip Pablo! Semper Fi... Uh Rah!
Great Video !!! Semper Fi my Brothers !!!!
Everyone is mentioning all the men in the video. My salute to Staff Sargent Bea Arthur USMCR.
blah blah blah ..
Drew Carey and Shaggy...those two floored me!
I was stationed with shaggy on camp lejeune french creek .
@@kananirembert5734 - was Shaggy with 10th Marines HQ Battalion?
Doesn't matter who they are. You just have to look at the eyes. They are killers. We are lucky they walk among us.
@@johnhadley7715 why arent u working for the FBI lol if you can tell killers just by looking at their eyes hahahaha? saying any part of Drew Carey other than the haircut looks like a killer is preposterous, the only expression in his eyes is comic mischief and the hunger for another burger or steak
I was a Marine ('79-'74) but I only knew about half of these were. Some really surprised me, others I still never heard of 'em. Glenn Ford?? No wonder he was cool.
4:43 As soon as Stars and Stripes Forever plays, John Philip Sousa's name appears. (John Philip Sousa actually did compose The Stars and Stripes Forever).
Yeah as it turned out that was purely coincidental.
Loved the music,very stirring ☺
Adam Driver (appeared in House of Gucci, Girls, BlacKkKlansman) was a Marine. He was discharged after a Bike Accident.
Shaggy (musician) was a Marine who fought in Operation Desert Storm.
Never would have guessed Burt Young (the chubby sidekick from Rocky). Maude was a surprise when I first heard it a few years ago.
not to mention he was also kinda a action hero in The Killer Elite and Twilights last Glimming.
Hand salute to all my brothers of all the armed services from an old tin can sailor. 1964-'68. Carry on lads.
Great presentation! Knew of some, most not...well done, thank you!
Thanks! Check out my other USMC videos linked in the description
Thanks, Pablo for showing people we know who were in the Marine Corps.
We thank you for your service 🇺🇸
RIP R Lee Ermey, you will always me missed! Semper Fi...
Thank you CPL. Pablo Flores, I see I served the Corps with some Famous, Well Known and some I do not know, however you brought them to life with this video, CPL D.R. "Doc Young, MOS7051, Crash Fire & Rescue, 2nd Marine Battalion, HQ & HQ, MCAS Yuma AZ 72-75 - "Semper Fi" Do or Die Never to Retreat, Re-Group Hell Yeah, also 24 yrs DOD Federal Fire on Navy, Marine and Air Force Bases, Sorry Army, I wanted to go to Ft. Campbell KY, when I was leaving the Corps, something about I was not fit enough for the Army, again Thank You Pablo and for your Service too.
Thank you and I'm glad you liked the video. Make sure to check out my other USMC videos. You can find links to them above in the description of this video. Semper Fi!
Before there was R. Lee Ermey, Capt. Dale Dye was the go-to military consultant on dozens of films, though he mainly acts now.
Thank you all for your service! Semper Fi!!!
There were a number of them I was aware, but a few surprises too. Thanks for the post!