Vietnam War era USMC Recruiting PSA

Format: 16mm

Archive ID: 0198

Notes: 'What kind of a job can you expect when you join the Marines? You might be amidst the roar of jets as an aircraft mechanic or a electronics technician. You might be surrounded by the boom of guns as a rifleman, a machine gunner an artillery man or tank driver. You might become a builder of roads and bridges. You might become a weatherman, photographer or computer programmer. Whatever it is, you will learn new skills. But first and last, you will be a Marine. You will walk with the pride of 200 years tradition. Pride in yourself, pride in wearing the uniform of the United States Marine. The Marine Corps builds men.' ffn048 10 usmc recruiting psa

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The still depicts three young men engaged in conversation while looking at a recruitment poster for the US Marine Corps. One man, dressed in a light-colored jacket, points at the poster, indicating a discussion about military roles. The other two men appear attentive, dressed in casual sweaters. The background suggests a simple indoor setting, likely a school or community space, emphasizing the focus on recruiting youth during the Vietnam War era.

00:00:00.000 — The still depicts three young men engaged in conversation while looking at a recruitment poster for the US Marine Corps. One man, dressed in a light-colored jacket, points at the poster, indicating a discussion about military roles. The other two men appear attentive, dressed in casual sweaters. The background suggests a simple indoor setting, likely a school or community space, emphasizing the focus on recruiting youth during the Vietnam War era.

The still shows a U.S. Marine in uniform, focused on operating a weapon, likely during a training or combat scenario. The environment features camouflage and military gear, emphasizing the intensity of Marine duties. The context suggests various roles available in the Marines, from aircraft mechanics to combat positions, highlighting the diverse experiences servicemen might encounter.

00:00:22.856 — The still shows a U.S. Marine in uniform, focused on operating a weapon, likely during a training or combat scenario. The environment features camouflage and military gear, emphasizing the intensity of Marine duties. The context suggests various roles available in the Marines, from aircraft mechanics to combat positions, highlighting the diverse experiences servicemen might encounter.

Film Transcript / Subtitles

What kind of a job can you expect when you join the Marines? You might be amidst the roar of jets as an aircraft mechanic or electronics technician. You might be surrounded by the boom of guns as a rifleman, a machine gun, an artilleryman, or tank driver. You might become a builder of roads and bridges. You might become a weatherman, photographer, or computer programmer. Whatever it is, you'll learn new skills. But first and last, you'll be a Marine. You'll walk with the pride of 200 years' tradition. Pride in yourself. Pride in wearing the uniform of the United States Marines. The Marine Corps Bills Men.