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FMF WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 100% Describe the origin of the term "First to Fight" - correct answer On the forefront of every American war since founding. Over 300 beach landings Describe the origin of the term "Leathernecks." - correct answer A leather neckpiece worn by Marines from aboard ships in order to prevent saber slashes and keep the head erect Describe the origin of the term "Devil Dogs." - correct answer WW1, 1918 Battle of Belleau Wood in France. Germans called them "Teufelh...

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FMF 102.1 WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 100% November 10th 1775 - correct answer marine corps was created at Tun Tavern Philadelphia, PA First Commandant of the USMC - correct answer Capt Samuel Nicholas 1776 - correct answer 1st marine landing, invaded New Providence Islands in the Bahamas, seized guns and supplies Leatherneck - correct answer Uniform back in 1776 had a stiff leather stock that was worn around the neck thus the nick name 1805 - correct answer stormed the Barbary pirate...