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[Amelia]

I thought all Marines were special ops...especially Recon Marines.

[NerdDad]

Even so, the Marines have about 800 troops who are not considered commandos but receive special training in reconnaissance techniques similar to those used by Army Special Forces soldiers.

I'm an old USAF weenie so forgive my ignorance. Is this what I have heard referred to as "Force Recon" (or words to that effect)? I've had the opportunity to talk with a few marines (they were no longer active but I know there is no such thing as an EX-marine) who were associated with RECON including a conversation with a guy who was a trainer. They didn't talk much about what they did but it was obvious these guys were some bad@ss dudes. I would expect they will fit well with, and even improve, Special Ops--even if they don't call themselves that. I see no reason why they shouldn't be able to be a part of the force and still maintain their unique identity as well.

[Dundee]

I don't think that the USMC should get into the Special Ops side of the house. There is more than enough special ops units in the US forces without the Marines diverting resources away from what they do best ie. being Marines.

[Knightsofswing]

Sir; Let U.S. not forget the scout-snipers! One shot one kill, at least! And I am an "old" cannon cocker! (1st 155 how btry,4thBn, 11th Mar. out of 29 Palms [read 29 Stumps!!]155mm self propelled) If I could see what I was shooting at, I was too close! And what DOD wienie thought of this! Probly some General-poli-crat, elected wantabe! This is a stupid waste of MARINES!!! Respectfully Robert M. Suchman Sgt USMC[Ret] sgtsman1@hotmail.com

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