William Grebenik May 30, 2023
History of the Marine Corps— Second Lieutenant Walter S. Osipoff
In October 1940, the Commandant asked for volunteers to serve as paratroopers. Except for officers above the rank of Captain, everyone who applied had to be between 21 to 32 years old, 5'6" – 6'2", have normal eyesight and blood pressure, and be unmarried. All qualified Marines received a
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