https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/e398199d-e495-48ac-9f19-5b3294a2579e Join us on Patreon. Visit https://www.patreon.com/PeriscopeFilm Made in 1967, "The Modern Marine" shows United States Marine Corps recruits undergoing basic training in the United States. Various specialties are shown as well as special weapons such as the The Ontos, officially the Rifle, Multiple 106 mm, Self-propelled, M50, U.S. light armored tracked anti-tank vehicle developed in the 1950s, a fast tank killer for airborne forces. The film also includes training for mechanics, gunners, radio communications specialists, and more. The USMC San Diego training facility is also shown. One fascinating aspect of this film is that it shows electronics testing and repair, and shows the MTS Marine Tactical System, a million dollar integrated computer system. At the 10 minute mark Marine F-4s are seen as well as other aircraft, and the Marine school at Memphis, Tennessee for aircraft mechanics. The film ends with a beach landing at Camp Pendleton. The film highlights the evolution of the U.S. Marine Corps from its early days, when technology was simple and traditional roles like riflemen were central, to the modern Corps, where technical expertise is paramount. Marines undergo rigorous basic training to build physical, mental, and spiritual strength, but many then specialize in technical fields such as weapons maintenance, communications, electronics, and aviation. They learn to repair complex equipment, operate advanced machinery, and adapt to new challenges, from using portable radar systems to maintaining jet engines. The Marine Corps now requires continuous learning and adaptation to meet the demands of modern warfare, emphasizing the importance of technical knowledge alongside the Corps' traditional values of discipline and pride. 00:00 - 1:30 The Marine Corps is introduced, describing how, in the past, it operated in a simpler world during World War I, with basic technology like carrier pigeons and primitive aviation. The traditional image of a Marine as a rifleman was central, but this has evolved. 1:30 - 3:10 Today’s Marine Corps, while still maintaining its core values of discipline and pride, now emphasizes technical skills. The Marines undergo basic training to build physical, mental, and spiritual strength, which remains fundamental. 3:10 - 4:25 After basic training, Marines receive specialized technical training. The Corps now requires Marines to handle complex weapons systems, such as anti-tank guns, and learn skills in repairing and maintaining machinery. 4:25 - 5:53 Marines also learn practical skills for on-field repairs. For example, if a generator is damaged, Marines learn to fix it with available resources. Military vehicles, including gun-toting ones, require mechanical expertise, and mobility remains a crucial aspect of modern warfare. 6:11 - 7:02 Communications training is vital. While modern radios are important, older systems like field telephones are still in use because they can't be intercepted. Marines also learn how to operate and maintain complex electronic equipment such as portable radar systems. 7:02 - 9:00 At Marine Corps bases like in San Diego, Marines receive in-depth electronics training, with courses that include mathematics and the fundamentals of electronics. The courses are challenging, but personal attention ensures success. At the end, Marines build functional radio receivers, learning both theory and practical application. 9:00 - 10:38 Advanced electronics training prepares Marines for highly specialized work, such as maintaining the Marine Tactical Data System, which combines radar and computer systems for air defense. They also learn to work with complex electronic components. 10:38 - 12:33 Aviation, particularly Marine aviation, is a significant field with career opportunities in navigation, air traffic control, aviation electronics, and mechanics. Marines are trained in operating aircraft, including jet engines and cockpit procedures. 12:33 - 14:34 The modern Marine must continually strive to expand their technical knowledge to meet the challenges of today's world. Success requires constant learning and adaptability, emphasizing the Marine Corps’ shift from traditional rifleman to highly skilled technical expert, capable of handling the demands of modern warfare. ———————————————————— Motion picture films don't last forever; many have already been lost or destroyed. We collect, scan and preserve 35mm, 16mm and 8mm movies -- including home movies, industrial films, and other non-fiction. If you have films you'd like to have scanned or donate to Periscope Film, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us via the link below. This film is part of the Periscope Film LLC archive, one of the largest historic military, transportation, and aviation stock footage collections in the USA. Entirely film backed, this material is available for licensing in 24p HD and 2k. 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