Quote Originally Posted by peacekeeper83 View Post
In my opinon, if there is a connection, why not? If it's worn with respect. I wear it because I am a Marine...and I am very proud of that fact.. I also know there are those who cannot wear it anymore, and if a family member wears it to keep a Marines memory alive.. I am all for it. I am, and I would say every other Marine on this forum, more protective about the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor.. Or the title of Marine.. Those items we earned.. the Leatherneck tartan is just a bonus..

I'm very much with Peacekeeper83 and kilted in USMC on this issue. As long as you are wearing it to honor your father, but make no pretenses about being a Marine yourself -- and do not wear the Eagle, Globe and Anchor which must be earned before it can be worn -- I have no difficulties with your decision. Personally, I would be proud if my son did the same.

I'm an Air Force brat (and also served as an Air Force Civilian) and have considered getting an Air Force tartan tie because of that connection. I wasn't in the Air Force myself, but I spent over 20 years associated with the Air Force (and another 10 as an Army Civilian) -- thus I have no issue with your connection to the Marine Corps.