Young Marine Basic Guide Book

Quick time is the term for marching at a regular pace

Double time is the term for running or jogging

The base element is the squad that is closest to the turn

You should render to colors, all federally commissioned offcers and the unit commader ONLY

The unit commander may change the color of the shirt from white to either the red national shirt or the unit shirt

The standard black leather or black hotweather tropical (jungle) combat boots an the old style black combat boots (with eyelet lacing) may be worn

a. Web Belt. On one side only, inside near the buckle end. b. Cover. Inside on the sweatband. c. Blouse. Inside on the neckband. d. Drawers. Inside the waistband. e. Gloves. Inside at the wrist. f. Necktie. On the inside of the neck loop. g. Dress Shirts and Undershirts. Inside back, on neckband. h. Shoes/Boots. Inside near the top. i. Socks. On the instep. j. Sweater. Stamped on manufacturing label or use marking tape/label sewn on inside the back of sweater, below the neckband, with thread to match the sweater. k. Trousers; Skirts; Slacks. Inside near the top. l. PT Shorts. Inside immediately below the waistband. m. Bag, Duffel. On the outside of the bottom of the bag.

Hair will be neat and closely trimmed. Hair will be short enough so that it does not touch the ears or hang on the nape of the neck. The hair may be clipped at the edges of the side and back and will not be over 3 inches in length fully extended on the upper portion of the head. Head hair will be styled so as not to interfere with the proper wear of uniform headgear. Hair, which protrudes from beneath properly worn headgear in an unsightly manner, is considered excessive, regardless of length. Male Young Marines are not authorized to wear braids of any sort or to have eccentric designs cut in their hair.

Hair may touch the collar, but will not fall below the collars lower edge. Hair that would fall naturally below the collars lower edge will be neatly and inconspicuously fastened or pinned. During physical training periods in which physical training clothing is worn, hair will be allowed to fall naturally, without being fastened or pinned. Hair will be styled so as not to interfere with the proper wear of the unifom. Head gear will fit snugly around the largest part of the head. No Faddish and exaggerated

The only jewelry permitted is watches, medical items, religious medallions, class or Young Marines ring.

The uniform will be machine or hand laundered in warm water and it may be starched but do not bleach.

From this day forward, I sincerely promise, I will set an example for all other youth to follow and I shall never do anything that would bring disgrace or dishonor upon my God, my country and its flag, my parents myself or the Young Marines. These I will honor and respect in a manner tht will reflect credit upon them and myself. Semper Fidelis

1) Obey my parents and all others in charge of me whether young or old. 2) Keep myself neat at all times without other people telling me to. 3) Keep myself clean in mind by attending the church of my faith. 4) Keep my mind alert to learn in school, at home or at play. 5) Remember having self-discipline will enable me to control my body and mind in case of an emergency.

1) Young Marines obey their parents or guardians. They also obey those in charge of them. 2) Young Marines always keep themselves neat without being told.Young Marines are always presentable and prepared to meet anyone at a moments notice. 3) Young Marines believe in a greater power that guides mankind to a greater good. 4) Young Marines always give their best effort whether in school, at home, or play. Everything a Young Marine learns has a purpose and much of what they learn can be used in the future. Young Marines never sell themselves short. They take advantage of every opportunity and do not rely on others, before they can rely on themselves 5) The key to a Young Marines success is self-discipline. Self-discipline is the foundation of Young Marine training and the foundation for success in life. Self-disciplined Young Marines succeed in meeting all their goals.

Young Marine precedes their rank. Example: Young Marine Lcpl Chester