Here’s my story

[cmshoot]

I had a great experience in your carbine class!

Just one?! Which one was it? LOL

 

[imawoodsman]

THANK You Rob for your service

 

[DinkyDau]

When the fleet would pull into Subic we would go up to Angeles City to get away from the insanity. There were some great bars up there like the Nipa Hut and some right outside of checkpoint Charlie we'd go to. Nothing like grabbing a few San Miquels, getting a special Jeepney and driving through the "zig zags" (mountains and rice patties) to Clark. Aahhhhh the good old days...until the Marco revolution started.

I was there when the USS Enterprise Flat top came in. We were warned that only so many were let out for R&R. Also flew out of Clark as far as the San Miguel's they gave me the squirts until I got accustom to them. People here have no idea of what true poverty is until you go outside the Base.

 

[karlvv30]

I was there when the USS Enterprise Flat top came in. We were warned that only so many were let out for R&R. Also flew out of Clark as far as the San Miguel's they gave me the squirts until I got accustom to them. People here have no idea of what true poverty is until you go outside the Base.

I spent a year in Africa. The poor parts of asia do not compare. Asians are smart and thrifty. They can easily make poor not seem so poor.

 

[DinkyDau]

I spent a year in Africa. The poor parts of asia do not compare. Asians are smart and thrifty. They can easily make poor not seem so poor.

Agree point meaning that the people here in the US have no idea what real poverty is. Maybe if they did the would learn to appreciate what they have..And the opportunities to better themselves.

 

[karlvv30]

Agree point meaning that the people here in the US have no idea what real poverty is. Maybe if they did the would learn to appreciate what they have..And the opportunities to better themselves.

I 100 percent agree Sir. Our poor people are rich compared to most contries.

 

[CQB27]

 

[DinkyDau]

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Ain't that the truth!

 

[cmshoot]

I successfully completed a course of training that one group said gave me the MOS; I was later told that this was not true and I did not rate the MOS.

The DD214 I received when I EAS’ed does not list the MOS; my SRB shows that I completed the course. I believe a second DD214 I received years later has the MOS listed.

I chose to believe part of the equation, but not the other, and claimed so for over 20 years.

The USMC Scout/Sniper Association, who can be justifiably considered the subject matter experts in such things, has judged that I did not earn the MOS and do not rate the title.

I will cease claiming myself as such. I will leave that honor to the Marines who have received the proper, recognized training and have been acknowledged as such.

I will not deny the training I did receive, however.

I notified my current employer, as well as my former employer as I still assist them in many things.

I have notified a large number of my students through social media, websites, and emails. I will continue to do so. If you are a student of mine and wish to speak to me, please contact me at your convenience.

Semper Fi!

 

[CQB27]

The USMC Scout/Sniper Association, who can be justifiably considered the subject matter experts in such things, has judged that I did not earn the MOS and do not rate the title.

I will cease claiming myself as such. I will leave that honor to the Marines who have received the proper, recognized training and have been acknowledged as such.

Seems the honorable and right thing to do. Props to you for taking the high road. In reality it has zero to do with the training product you provide. I am sure as time passes this little dust up will fade into prospective as it relates to your skill set......which is impressive by any measure. Good luck Shep and drive on.