FMF PIN CERTIFICATION 2026
STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE
QUESTIONS DETAILED SOLUTIONS
◉ two crossed rifles. Answer: With the Marines, it is essential in combat
for every person to have the knowledge and skill of a rifleman, if the
unit is to survive. The two crossed rifles symbolize the rifleman ethic
instilled in Sailors assigned to the Marines.
◉ Scroll. Answer: The scroll along the bottom of the breast insignia is
emblazoned with "Fleet Marine Force." Since programs are a distinct
part of Navy culture, it is appropriate our program be titled after the role
in which Marine Forces are tied to the Navy.
◉ First to fight. Answer: Marines have been in the forefront of every
American war since the founding of the Marine Corps in 1775, which
encompasses over 300 landings on foreign shores. Their record of
readiness reflects pride, responsibility and challenge.
◉ Leatherneck. Answer: This nickname dates back to the leather stock,
or neckpiece worn as part of the Marine Uniform from 1775-1875. The
neckpiece protected the Marines from saber slashes and kept their heads
erect.
◉ Devil dog. Answer: The Marines persistent attack in 1918, during the
battle of Belleau Wood near the Marne River in France, earned them
their German nickname, "Teufelhunden," translated "Devil Dogs."
, ◉ Esprit de corps. Answer: Translated "spirit of the corps;" this phrase
implies pride, devotion and loyalty to the Marine Corps with regard for
its history, traditions and honor.
◉ Uncommon valor was a common virtue. Answer: Refers to Marines
fighting ability during Iwo Jima, the largest of all-Marine battles in
history. Admiral Nimitz summarized the Marine contribution during that
war, stating, "Uncommon valor was a common virtue."
◉ Semper Fidelis. Answer: Translated as "Always Faithful" and the
official motto for the Marine Corps; adopted about 1883.
◉ 10 November 1775. Answer: Marine corps brithday. Marine corps
were created by a resolution of the Continental Congress a Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, at Tun Tavern, which authorized the formation of two
battalions of Marines, under Captain Samuel Nicholas.
◉ 1834. Answer: In 1834, The Marines came under the department of
the Navy.
◉ The National Security Act of 1947. Answer: The National Security
Act of 1947, amended in 1952, states the present structure, missions, and
functions of the Marine Corps.
◉ Captain Samuel Nicholas. Answer: the first Commandant of the
Marine Corps
STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE
QUESTIONS DETAILED SOLUTIONS
◉ two crossed rifles. Answer: With the Marines, it is essential in combat
for every person to have the knowledge and skill of a rifleman, if the
unit is to survive. The two crossed rifles symbolize the rifleman ethic
instilled in Sailors assigned to the Marines.
◉ Scroll. Answer: The scroll along the bottom of the breast insignia is
emblazoned with "Fleet Marine Force." Since programs are a distinct
part of Navy culture, it is appropriate our program be titled after the role
in which Marine Forces are tied to the Navy.
◉ First to fight. Answer: Marines have been in the forefront of every
American war since the founding of the Marine Corps in 1775, which
encompasses over 300 landings on foreign shores. Their record of
readiness reflects pride, responsibility and challenge.
◉ Leatherneck. Answer: This nickname dates back to the leather stock,
or neckpiece worn as part of the Marine Uniform from 1775-1875. The
neckpiece protected the Marines from saber slashes and kept their heads
erect.
◉ Devil dog. Answer: The Marines persistent attack in 1918, during the
battle of Belleau Wood near the Marne River in France, earned them
their German nickname, "Teufelhunden," translated "Devil Dogs."
, ◉ Esprit de corps. Answer: Translated "spirit of the corps;" this phrase
implies pride, devotion and loyalty to the Marine Corps with regard for
its history, traditions and honor.
◉ Uncommon valor was a common virtue. Answer: Refers to Marines
fighting ability during Iwo Jima, the largest of all-Marine battles in
history. Admiral Nimitz summarized the Marine contribution during that
war, stating, "Uncommon valor was a common virtue."
◉ Semper Fidelis. Answer: Translated as "Always Faithful" and the
official motto for the Marine Corps; adopted about 1883.
◉ 10 November 1775. Answer: Marine corps brithday. Marine corps
were created by a resolution of the Continental Congress a Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, at Tun Tavern, which authorized the formation of two
battalions of Marines, under Captain Samuel Nicholas.
◉ 1834. Answer: In 1834, The Marines came under the department of
the Navy.
◉ The National Security Act of 1947. Answer: The National Security
Act of 1947, amended in 1952, states the present structure, missions, and
functions of the Marine Corps.
◉ Captain Samuel Nicholas. Answer: the first Commandant of the
Marine Corps
