YOUNG MARINES
OF THE
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE
...founded to promote the
mental, moral and
physical development of young Americans.
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YOUNG MARINES |
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"Honor, Courage, and Commitment", are three basic ideals which guide the transformation of young men and women into United States Marines in Boot Camp at Parris Island, SC and San Diego, CA. Likewise, they form the basis upon which Young Marines are trained. The Young Marines is the official youth program of the Marine Corps League. Founded in 1958 to promote the mental, moral and physical development of young Americans, the Young Marines offers a variety of activities specifically designed to develop greater self-esteem, discipline and self-confidence in its members.
Character building is one of the most important objectives of the Young Marine program, and all of its activities emphasize the importance of honesty, courage, respect, loyalty, dependability, and a sense of devotion to God, country, community and family.
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In July of 1993, the United States Marine Corps officially designated the Young Marines program as the focal organization for fulfilling its participation in the Department of Defense's drug demand reduction activities. Young Marines make a pledge to maintain a drugfree lifestyle and are encouraged to influence family, friends, and schoolmates to share this commitment.
Drug education and prevention classes are an integral part of the Young Marine education and training program. These classes are frequently conducted by qualified agents from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration.
For general information regarding the Young Marines, contact the Young Marines National Headquarters, visit their website listed in the "Links" section below, or write to them at the following address:
In 1999, members of The Greater Greensburg
Detachment of The Marine Corps League established the
"Westmoreland County Young Marines".
In 2001, the Westmoreland County Young Marines was re-organized as an independent unit under new leadership.
| Currently, the Westmoreland County Young Marines is accepting applicants on a continuing basis. | |
Rather than having to wait for a new platoon to be formed, recruits are placed in an existing platoon and begin their training immediately.| Contact the Commanding Officer for application information. | |
The Young Marines National Headquarters - The Young Marines' official website.
Website for Young Marines - A "Must See", everything you need to know is here.
Young Marine Units - A comprehensive listing of units, alphabetically by state.
Marine Military Academy - Based on the traditions of the United States Marine Corps.
Marine Military Academy Summer Camp - A USMC-oriented camp for young men 13 to 17.
MCRD Parris Island Drill Manual - Includes instructions for Color Guards.
The United States Marine Corps - The official USMC website.
Marine Forces Reserve - Information about the Marine Corps Reserve.
Marine Corps League National Headquarters - Includes many Detachment links. Marine Corps League Department of Pennsylvania - Website for MCL in Pennsylvania. Westmoreland County - Information about Westmoreland County government.
This website is maintained by Marine Veteran Gordon Johnson.
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Latest update: 30 June 2008
The information and opinions expressed at this site are those of the author. They do not represent the official views of the Marine Corps League, the United States Marine Corps, the Department of Defense or its agencies.