OUR VALUES. Our Core Values are Honor, Courage and Commitment, and if you are to become one of us, they will be the values you live by and fight with as well.

What is the mantra of the Marines?

Latin for “Always Faithful,” Semper Fidelis is the motto of every Marine—an eternal and collective commitment to the success of our battles, the progress of our Nation, and the steadfast loyalty to the fellow Marines we fight alongside.

What is the Marine code?

Headquarters Marine Corps It is the quality that empowers Marines to exemplify the ultimate in ethical and moral behavior: to never lie, cheat, or steal; to abide by an uncompromising code of integrity; to respect human dignity; and to have respect and concern for each other.

What do Marines say Semper Fi?

Semper fidelis (Latin pronunciation: [ˈsɛmpɛr fɪˈdeːlɪs]) is a Latin phrase that means always faithful or always loyal. It is the motto of the United States Marine Corps, usually shortened to Semper Fi.

Why do the Marines say oorah?

Oorah is a battle cry common in the United States Marine Corps since the mid-20th century. It is comparable to hooah in the US Army and hooyah in the US Navy and US Coast Guard. It is most commonly used to respond to a verbal greeting or as an expression of enthusiasm.

Do you say ex Marine?

Absolutely, there is no such thing as an ex-Marine, he said. Once a Marine, always a Marine. When people say former Marine, most oftentimes, it refers to someone who formerly served in an active or reserve capacity. Definitely a taboo phrase would be ex-Marine.