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Title: Not the same Marine Corps I was in
Review: I am a Retired Marine Gunny (Gunnery Sergeant), and while I was in the Corps during Desert Storm, I did not deploy. I remember seeing this movie when it came out a few years ago and not thinking much of it, then decided to read the book over the holidays. My first warning sign was the repeated use of 'marine' and not Marine, as every Marine I have ever served with knows that amongst Marines at least you always treat it as a proper noun. Grammar lesson aside, I am just surprised at the overall tone of the book; Marines I served with and come in contact with were always motivated and dedicated to the accomplishment of the mission and treat all fellow Marines with dignity and respect. Some of the stuff mentioned in the book is spot on, but I doubt I will finish reading it because this is just not the same Marine Corps I fondly remember. Of course I don't think I was in the same Marine Corps as John Murtha either.Vincent PagnoniGunnery SergeantUSMC (Retired)
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