What is the EGA?
The EGA stands for the Eagle Globe & Anchor that is given to a recruit when they return from successfully completing the Crucible, which is the last and final test of any recruit. The crucible is a 54 hour long test of endurance, teamwork, commitment and personal challenges. Upon receiving the emblem of the USMC, it is the first time they are called a Marine by the Drill Instructors. They have spent the last 54 hours in the field, less than 4 hours of sleep, 3 meals, and challenges they couldn't imagine. The crucible makes boot camp look easy. Even those who have been told what it is like by other Marines do not understand until they experience it. Completing the Crucible is a major accomplishment and builds personal and team moral, it gives each individual a personal sense of accomplishment that is beyond compare, and it teaches them to trust in their brothers.
This is a tribute to all the Men and women who have completed the crucible and are now United States Marines. Thank you for your service to our country and the sacrifices you make everyday you serve and all the years you are on call afterwards. A side note to anyone considering joining the Marines or already scheduled to go to boot camp: Most Marines I have talked to said that they it was often harder than anything else they have done, they still look back at it with a smile and laugh at themselves. Remember to enjoy the journey along the way.
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This is a tribute to all the Men and women who have completed the crucible and are now United States Marines. Thank you for your service to our country and the sacrifices you make everyday you serve and all the years you are on call afterwards. A side note to anyone considering joining the Marines or already scheduled to go to boot camp: Most Marines I have talked to said that they it was often harder than anything else they have done, they still look back at it with a smile and laugh at themselves. Remember to enjoy the journey along the way.
This Squidoo box will jump to the story of my son graduating Marine Corps Boot Camp. It will also give you tips and tricks if you go to MCRD San Diego. Scroll down and watch these videos first...There is a lot of info below but when you are ready the next page in
this series can be found at: Marine Graduation
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Marine Pride
Former, current or future Marines get the gear here
Show your pride and help support a great group at the same time. These products come directly from MarineParents/Cafepress store. Marineparents is an awesome group that provides support and more for Marines and their families. Wear your pride around town or when you go the graduation ceremony, pick them up at the airport or at the office.
First to Fight Marines Hooded Sweatshirt
Iraq Veteran Fitted T-Shirt
USMC Yellow Ribbon Greeting Cards (10 Pk)
First to Fight Marines Hooded Sweatshirt
Iraq Veteran Fitted T-Shirt
USMC Yellow Ribbon Greeting Cards (10 Pk)
Band of Brothers
Lt. General Charles Cooper quote
1. All Marines are entitled to dignity and respect as individuals, but most abide by common standards established by proper authority.
2. A Marine should never lie, cheat, or steal from a fellow Marine or fail to come to his aid in time of need.
3. All Marines should contribute 100% of their abilities to the unit's mission. Any less effort by an individual passes the buck to someone else.
4. A unit, regardless of size, is a disciplined family structure, with similar relationships based on mutual respect among members.
5. It is essential that issues and problems, which tend to lessen a unit's effectiveness, be addressed and resolved.
6. A blending of separate cultures, varying educational levels, and different social backgrounds is possible in an unselfish atmosphere of common goals, aspirations, and mutual understanding.
7. Being the best requires common effort, hard work, and teamwork. Nothing worthwhile comes easy.
8. Every Marine deserves job satisfaction, equal consideration and recognition of his accomplishments.
9. Knowing your fellow Marine well enables you to learn to look at things "through his eyes," as well as your own.
10. Issues detracting from the efficiency and sense of well being of an individual should be surfaced and weighed against the impact on the unit as a whole.
11. It must be recognized that a brotherhood concept depends on all members, "belonging" - being fully accepted by others within.
-"Band of Brothers" FMFPac concept by Lt Gen Charles Cooper, late 1970s.
2. A Marine should never lie, cheat, or steal from a fellow Marine or fail to come to his aid in time of need.
3. All Marines should contribute 100% of their abilities to the unit's mission. Any less effort by an individual passes the buck to someone else.
4. A unit, regardless of size, is a disciplined family structure, with similar relationships based on mutual respect among members.
5. It is essential that issues and problems, which tend to lessen a unit's effectiveness, be addressed and resolved.
6. A blending of separate cultures, varying educational levels, and different social backgrounds is possible in an unselfish atmosphere of common goals, aspirations, and mutual understanding.
7. Being the best requires common effort, hard work, and teamwork. Nothing worthwhile comes easy.
8. Every Marine deserves job satisfaction, equal consideration and recognition of his accomplishments.
9. Knowing your fellow Marine well enables you to learn to look at things "through his eyes," as well as your own.
10. Issues detracting from the efficiency and sense of well being of an individual should be surfaced and weighed against the impact on the unit as a whole.
11. It must be recognized that a brotherhood concept depends on all members, "belonging" - being fully accepted by others within.
-"Band of Brothers" FMFPac concept by Lt Gen Charles Cooper, late 1970s.
United States Marine Emblem Ceremony
After Crucible
When my son completed the crucible as part of boot camp this is a video of the Emblem ceremony, the point that recruits become a Marine.
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After the Crucible Darek said:
I couldn't believe what we had to do - it was the hardest thing. By the time we got to the ceremony we were all dead on our feet. The Warriors breakfast afterwards was awesome though! So much food and so little time!
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- EagleScoutMom EagleScoutMom Jul 22, 2009 @ 11:58 pm
- Go Marines ! Many Boy Scouts enter the military. They have what it takes. I'm lensrolling your page with mine. Check it out ! Character Counts !!!! http://www.squidoo.com/boyscoutsofamerica
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- JD JD Feb 4, 2009 @ 3:53 pm
- The day Darek graduated was very emotional for me, I swelled with pride, and was honored to give him his crucible coin, from one Marine to another. Semper Fi.
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Military Links
Useful resources for Military information.
- Recruiting link for the US Marine Corps
- We all love the benefits of word of mouth so if you decide to look into joining the Marines or if you want to talk to someone currently in the training process Darek would be glad to assist you. (Bonus points to him for recruiting someone else)
- USMC Camp Pendleton
- After boot camp this is one of the bases Marines go to for further infantry training.
- MCRD San Diego
- Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego
Our mission: To recruit, train and support the making of the highest quality basic U.S. Marine.
MCRD San Diego - Practice for the ASVAB here
- FREE Study guides and practice tests to prepare for the test. The better you score the better choices you have in the service.
by sandys5324
My son joined the Marine Corps in August of 2008, graduated boot camp in November 08 and graduates SOI - CP as of Feb 24, 09.
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