All Marines, sailors and civilian Marines, regardless of sexual orientation, are Marines first. Every Marine is a valued member of our war-fighting team.
James F. AmosRead
A Marine is a Marine. I set that policy two weeks ago - there's no such thing as a former Marine. You're a Marine, just in a different uniform and you're in a different phase of your life. But you'll always be a Marine because you went to Parris Island, San Diego or the hills of Quantico. There's no such thing as a former Marine.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Once a Marine, always a Marine; their identity and values remain unchanged despite life changes.
This quote emphasizes the unwavering identity and camaraderie of Marines, suggesting that the experiences and values instilled during their service at a Marine Corps training facility are forever part of who they are. James F. Amos conveys that even if Marines transition to different roles in life, their core essence, discipline, and brotherhood remain intact, illustrating a profound sense of pride and loyalty that transcends rank and years of service.
Themes
MarineIdentityServiceCamaraderiePride
In practice
Example use cases
In a veterans' gathering, one could use this quote to highlight the enduring bonds of military service.
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