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Although the Marines are highly respected and considered one of the most elite fighting forces, the Navy SEALs training is far more rigorous and demanding than that of the Marines.
U.S. Navy SEALs are an elite unit, more exclusive and harder to be admitted to than the U.S. Marines. The United States Marine Corps (also known as USMC or Marines) is one of the 5 branches of the U.S. military under the Department of Defense.
The Navy is a whole body of warship that maintains the freedom of the sea for the national interest. Marine is the group of troops that serves land, sea, and air providing support to both naval and ground forces. It is a special operation of force on the sea.
How do you switch from Navy to Marines?
Yes, but you’re not really switching, you’re leaving one branch and joining the other. You basically finish your enlistment, get a discharge and then go to the other service and enlist. I imagine you can make arrangements prior to getting out of the Marines to make sure you have a slot in the Navy but asking a recruiter is your best bet.
What are the requirements to become a marine?
Become a Commissioned Officer. To quickly recap, a U.S. Marine’s educational and training requirements vary, but typically marines must earn a high school diploma or GED before completing additional training, while officers need a bachelor’s degree.
Should I become a marine?
To become a Marine, you must be between the ages of 17 and 28 years old, be a legal resident of the US, and have a high school diploma. Beyond these basic requirements, there are also a few tests you must pass, including the initial strength test.
How do you join the US Marines?
Individuals join the United States Marine Corps through one of two tracks: They either enlist as recruits or they are commissioned as officers. All Marines must be either U.S. citizens or resident aliens.