A question for those who served in the U.S. Marines.....

[wyliec]

I was going to say former Marines, but there is no such thing.

I started my military life as a fleet sailor, then over to the SeaBees, and finished my 20 in the ANG. Tonite I was watching a series on tv, and someone who was a Marine used the term Semper Gumby. I had never heard that term in all my years in the military. Any Marines out there that used to use that term? I now know what it means- Always Flexible (on the patch is a picture Gumby).

 

[canamjhb]

I have heard the phrase but it was not in my vocabulary when I was active..... Jim

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

I was going to say former Marines, but there is no such thing.

I started my military life as a fleet sailor, then over to the SeaBees, and finished my 20 in the ANG. Tonite I was watching a series on tv, and someone who was a Marine used the term Semper Gumby. I had never heard that term in all my years in the military. Any Marines out there that used to use that term? I now know what it means- Always Flexible (on the patch is a picture Gumby).

I don't think " Semper Gumby " is a compliment ..... It's kind of like Ass and Hole ... when you combine them .... I think you get the picture....... God Bless our service men and women :thumbup: and Thank you for your service ...... JMHO .... Mike :thumbup:

 

[obiwanbill]

Magnum P.I. former Vietnam marine played by Barney Miller's WOJO! Max Gail. Love it when actors from past eras are used on shows!

 

[KnurledNut]

It's used by all the services, meaning flexible.

And you are correct, there is no more 'former' Marine title. The title Marine stands forever.