Excuse to Wear the Leatherneck Tartan

**Kid Cossack** · 23rd February 07, 05:55 AM

Originally Posted by thescot

Heard the old joke about the sailor, the airman, and the soldier who killed each other in a bar fight arguing over whose branch was the best?

When they got to Heaven, they still wanted to know who was right, so St. Peter said he'd have to check in with HQ and get back to them.

One day, a dove dropped a little scrool of parchment to them, and they opened it up.

"My dear sons, you should all be proud of your service to your country as I am proud of you. The question of better is not one of importance now, so just rest for eternity knowing that all of you did your part.

Signed,

God, Gunnery Sergeant, USMC (retired)

If the Army and the Navy ever gaze on Heaven's scenes
They will find the streets are guarded by UNITED STATES MARINES.

**macwilkin** · 23rd February 07, 06:05 AM

Originally Posted by Frog

Off-topic, but what did the Japanese call 'em? Teufelhunden (German for "devil-dogs") doesn't quite fit.

Frog

That was the German's nickname of the US Marine Division in the First World War.

And I think thescot is mistaken on the almighty's rank -- it is actually:

Regimental Sergeant Major, the Royal Highland Regiment

To quote General Roy Urquhart (Sean Connery) in A Bridge too Far:

"Everyone knows that God is a Scotsman."

:mrgreen:

Just a bit o' fun, gents -- no offence meant.

Cheers,

Todd

**elitekiltedcommando** · 23rd February 07, 07:52 AM

Cajun- Eh, if it's meant well, no offense taken. Ever. So joke away. ;)

I can't wait till I get my USMC Tartan. I'll probably get it over the summer. Im hoping to have a minimum of 5 kilts by September. Only 2 so far.

**Fearnest** · 23rd February 07, 10:00 AM

Originally Posted by elitekiltedcommando

Cajun- Eh, if it's meant well, no offense taken. Ever. So joke away. ;)

I can't wait till I get my USMC Tartan. I'll probably get it over the summer. Im hoping to have a minimum of 5 kilts by September. Only 2 so far.

It's good to have goals in life!

**elitekiltedcommando** · 23rd February 07, 02:59 PM

That it is. My overall goal is never wear pants again. ;) I need at least 7 kilts.

**Fearnest** · 23rd February 07, 03:04 PM

You'll need at least 7 kilts, or to live in a warm clothing-optional place (and invest in sunblock futures).

Best 'o luck to you!

**elitekiltedcommando** · 23rd February 07, 03:26 PM

Thanks.

**Joe Gondek** · 23rd February 07, 03:45 PM

1000 Gobs layed down their swabs to fight one sick Marine
10,000 more stood around and swore
that is was the the greatest fight they had ever seen

Semper Fi!
from an Army Combat Infantryman
D/2/12 1st Cav