Difference Between Army & Marines
The U.S. Army and U.S. Marines are some of the best-known fighting forces in the world. Both are primarily infantry forces, fighting ground-based operations. However, the exact parameters of activity for both armed forces are quite different.
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Identification
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The U.S. Army is considered its own branch among the three prongs of the armed forces. The U.S. Marines are technically a wing of the U.S. Navy.
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Features
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The Army is led by the Army Chief of Staff, who reports to the Secretary of the Army. The Marines are commanded by the Commandant of the Marine Corps, who reports to the Secretary of the Navy.
Army
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As the main ground force of the U.S., the Army is set up to protect and defend the interests of the country using ground troops, artillery, armor, helicopters and tactical nuclear weapons.
Marines
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The Marines specialize in amphibious operations. Primary purposes of the force include the attack, capture and control of lands near waterways, known popularly as "beach heads." In this way, the Marines operate as the "Navy's infantry."
History
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The Army was established by an act of the Continental Congress on June 14, 1775. The Marines were established later that year on November 10 as a landing force for the Navy.
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