Marine Corps OCS History 1

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Marine Corps OCS History Quiz

Test your knowledge of the U.S. Marine Corps with our engaging quiz! Delve into its rich history, notable figures, and key events that shaped military tradition.

Key Features:

  • Multiple choice questions
  • Learn while you play
  • Perfect for history buffs and veterans
15 Questions4 MinutesCreated by MarchingEagle211
What is the birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps?
Nov 11,1776
Nov 10,1775
Oct 10 ,1775
July 4, 1776
Who is considered the first traditional commandant of the Marine Corps?
General A. A. Vandegrift
Captain Samuel Nicholas
General Charles Krulak
First Lieutenant Presley O’Bannon
Where is the birthplace of the Marine Corps?
Boston, MA
Philadelphia, PA
Quantico, VA
Washington D.C.
Who was the first Marine recruiter?
Robert Mullan
Captain Samuel Nicholas
William Burrows
James Mattis
Where was the first amphibious landing?
Guadalcanal
Vera Cruz
New Providence
Chapultepec
Which of the following was not one of the duties prescribed by President Adams in 1978
Sea Duty
Duty in the forts and garrisons of the United States
Any other duty on shore, as the President, as his discretion, shall direct
None of the above
Who was the first official commandant of the Marine Corps?
William Ward Burrows
Archibald Henderson
Jacob Zeilin
Robert Mullan
Who was the first Marine to hold the rank Sergeant Major
Archibald Sommers
Archibald Henderson
Troy E. Black
Jack O'Bannon
What is the oldest weapon still in use by any of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Knife Hands
Mameluke Sword
Army Infantry's Officers Sword
M16a4
Which important battle(s) took place during the War of 1812?
(A) The Battle of Bladensburg
(B) Shiloh
(C) The Battle of Savannah
(D) The Battle of New Orleans
Both (A) and (D)
Both (C) and (D)
Who is the "Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps"?
Major General Ross
Major General Smedley Butler
Archibald Henderson
Horatio Nelson
Where did the first large-scale joint amphibious operation take place?
Kingston, Jamaica
Ponce, Puerto Rico
Vera Cruz, Mexico
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Your Mom
What was the bloodiest battle of the Mexican-American War?
Chapultepec
Guanajuato
Oaxaca
Campeche
Cholula
Who was the first Marine to win the Medal of Honor?
Private James Cooney
Corporal John Mackie
Corporal Kyle Carpenter
Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone
Where does the nickname "Leatherneck" originate from?
Neck stiffness caused by prolonged battle
Leather collar worn to keep the head erect
Reference to poor clothing conditions early Marines faced
None of the above
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