I am a Viet Nam era Marine 1963 to 1969. I was talking to a son of a Marine that was in the Corps before me. He then pulled out a graduation book to show me his fathers pictures. First thing I noticed was in the front of the book there was no picture of the present Commandant or anything referencing any dates at all. What it did say was that there were 5 battalions at Parris Island. I knew of 3 battalions were for the men and the 4th is for women, but I hadn't heard of 5 battalions. Does anybody know what the fifth battalion was designated to, and any idea what time period this all took place. All I could surmise was that the amount of troops that were going through at the time must have demanded another battalion. Thanks. Botch (Sgt of Marines)
When I was at PI (1980) there were only 3 male and 1 female and that was just when everyone was joining to go kick some Iranian ass. We never got to though. I still think we should have just for good measure. That would be one less middle eastern ashtray to deal with now. Count my words we will be there eventually anyway. Oh well, sorry for talking crap. semper fi to all!
My father was in the 5th battalion at PI in 1952.