• i* » r yfk#i ■••• . »<• > if* SH 3 C WHH i Ml m i&i ITlf. • • *» . l&teSsfif V' "■ isiyga 1yT\4\- xg ;>fr St — _ f&pl Symbolic of 168 years of glorious tradition . . . the Marine device is more4han a military emblem. The composite of 'eagle, globe and anchor" has been proudly worn on the uniforms of men who have protected our national integrity in far flung places of the world. MORE THAN AN EMBLEM t THE LIBRARY Of THE MAY 2 5 1944 mmrt ot Illinois LT. GEN. A. A. VANDEGRIFT, THE COMMANDANT, USMC For over a century and a half the United States Marine Corps has fought in the defense of those liber¬ ties and principles without which free men do not deem life worth living. To the women of America, as to the men, those liberties and principles are dear. Thus, at this time —when the Marine Corps is meeting the severest test of its history—American women are joining with American men beneath the scarlet and gold of the Marine Corps standard. They are taking over ground jobs in aviation, they are handling communications, they are driving jeeps and light trucks—they are acting in more than one hundred and twenty-five different capacities that "free a Marine to fight." For Marine men are fighting men—trained for the front lines of battle. And they are asking the women of this country to assume their duties here at home so that those front lines may be filled. To you women who accept their invitation, who "wear our uniform, share our trials and triumphs, march with us to victory," your country will ever be grateful. [ 1 ] qAct of Congress | By Act of Congress the Women’s Reserve has ' , i been established as an integral part of the V United States Marine Corps RELEASE A MARINE TO MAN THAT GUN . In every corner of the earth Marines are carrying forward relentless, grueling offensives by land, sea and air. America needs its combat Marines at the front. America needs you to take over a Marine's job here and release him to fight over there. Long known as "the fight- in'est men," the United States Marines have played a major part in all American armed conflicts. Today they are adding new chapters to a rec¬ ord replete with honor. And now—women of Amer¬ ica are privileged to serve cause and country, under this proudest of military insignia — the Eagle, Globe and Anchor. DRIVE THAT TANK . . . - . DOWN THAT PLANE When you join the United States Marine Corps Women's Reserve you will be called a Marine . You will be accepted on a basis of absolute equality with men. You will wear Ma¬ rine "green" and be expected to live up to the rigid Marine standard of efficiency and service. You will have the same rank and pay, the same privileges and obligations as men of the Corps ... like them you will be called upon to display stamina, courage, un¬ wavering devotion to duty. The men of the United States Marine Corps ask you to join them in their fight for the survival of right and free¬ dom. Your decision to be a Marine will put a rifle on the shoulder of one of these "fightin'est men." COLONEL STREETER, DIRECTOR, U. S. MARINE CORPS WOMEN'S RESERVE In the Marine Corps Women's Reserve we are looking for strong, intelligent, willing women who show the same smartness and snap which characterizes the men of the Marine Corps. The women of the military services do not join up for glamour. Nothing but a deep and genuine patriotic spirit could carry them through the great change from civil to military life. It is a moving experience to see them on the job, and they have won the respectful approval of their commanding officers and their fellow Marines by their smart appear¬ ance, snappy drill, and sheer ability. They really are tops. Women Marines realize that they do not face the dangers or hard¬ ships that confront the men of the Corps but they take the same oath of enlistment as the men; they are proud of being full members of the same hard hitting outfit and they are resolved that the high standards of the Marine Corps shall be safe in their hands. §*pa ■ ' Release A man to eight The Marines have written their fame in¬ delibly on history's pages—from the halls of Montezuma to the jungles of Guadal¬ canal. Taught to be tough . . . trained for combat . . . they can't do it chained to a flat top desk. And that's where you come in. Whether you've been a skilled tech¬ nician or have never held a job in your life there's a place for you in the Marine Corps. Bear the burden of warfare should¬ er to shoulder with your men . . . join the forces that have led the fight on every front . , , free a fighting man for a front¬ line fox-hole. «KE J0BS Perhaps you'll be a Radio Control Tower Opera¬ tor. You'll be responsible for the direction of traffic on landing fields . . . radioing planes what run¬ ways are open . . . sending out vital information guarding air bases. It's a man's job now—but you're the girl to do it. Perhaps you'll be a telephone oper¬ ator with a fascinating job at the nerve center of a Fleet Marine Force Training Center. Perhaps you'll work with a comparagraph, detecting camouflage, discovering actual topography from aerial photo¬ graphs. Perhaps you'll be a fingerprint expert, keep¬ ing tabs on America's finest fighting men. The Marines on the opposite page have already taken over from combat Marines. But there's still room for you. Are you ready to ''take over"? .. ■ ^I^XWWWWW. - - ' ' r\- "BOOT CAMP..." J The Marine Corps has always been famous for its thoroughness of recruit training, and the same basic principles are applied to the Womens Reserve. "Boot camp", as the Marines call the recruit depot, is at Camp Lejeune, the huge Marine Corps Camp at New River, North Carolina. There an entire Regimental Area has been taken over for your use. There are green lawns and red brick buildings of permanent structure, consisting of barracks, mess hall, class rooms, administration buildings, dispen¬ sary, a moving picture house, post exchange, hairdressing shop, laundry, tailor shop, church and a service club, complete with five bowling alleys, game and dance room, soda fountain, reception room and library. The purpose of boot camp is to indoctrinate you into the Marine Corps, to turn you from a woman in uniform into a Marine. Your train¬ ing will start from the day you arrive You'll "hit the deck" at 5:45 a.m. "fall in" at 6 30. chow" at 6:45, attend classes from 8 to 11:30, chow again at noon, and spend until 4 p.m., in classes and drill under G.I.D.I's—Government issue Drill Instructors. During the first few days you'll receive a classification test and an interview, during which your qualifications will be carefully filed for future reference. Upon graduation you'll be placed in a job for which you have shov.'n the most aptitude. You'll receive a complete physical examination also, conducted in the dispensary by regular Navy Medical officers and nurses, and later you'll be provided with a 'dog tag' or identification plate—giving your name, rank, religion, blood type and date of receiving your tetanus shot. You'll study military customs and courtesies, safeguarding of information, weapons, chem¬ ical warfare, administration, history and or¬ ganization of the Marine Corps, map reading and countless other subjects. You'll learn to call one p. m.—1300, quarter-past six—1815. You'll swing along to the tobacco auctioneer chant of the D. I's cadence count. You'll stand straight, salute smartly, walk rhythmically, hold your head proudly. You'll be surrounded by Marines—both men and women—who will expect you to live up to their tradition of smart¬ ness. You'll have a chance to relax too, with sail¬ ing, swimming and other sports vying with amateur theatricals and hobbies to fill your "liberty'' time. And you'll have opportunity to worship. Besides the church in your own area, all churches at the Camp conduct services in all denominations every Sunday. The chap¬ lains are always ready to guide you—or just talk over your problems. In addition to your own training you'll be shown every phase of Marine combat training, from landing invasions to bayonet practice. You will never be called upon for combat work yourself, though you may—if you wish—try some of the milder forms of training. But by watching—at close range—other Marines pre¬ paring for the grim business of war, you will never lose sight of the importance of your own job. Seeing the fierce pride of these fighting men in their uniform and their Corps you will understand and appreciate the motto of the Marines: Semper Fidelis —Always Faithful. Viw///4/A/'£; ADVANTAGES... PAY AND ALLOWANCES Sc[ me cts officers and nisn s without dependents, for octuol rates of pay for all ranks see page 26. UNIFORMS $250.00 allowance for officers and $200.00 for enlisted per¬ sonnel. FOOD AND LIVING ACCOMMODATIONS Provided by Marine Corps the same as to men. MEDICAL CARE Complete medical, hospital and dental care free for the dura¬ tion of your enlistment. GOVERNMENT LIFE INSURANCE Life Insurance at same low rates as to men. SPECIAL BENEFITS Free mail privileges, discounts on transportation, theatre's, many hotels, clubs, restaurants, etc., the same benefits from U.S.O., Red Cross and other similar organizations as provided the men. ADVANCEMENT Any enlisted member of the Marine Corps Womens Reserve who has completed her basic indoctrination course may be recommended for Officer Candidate School. The Marine Corps is a compact, carefully chosen unit, and every effort will be made to classify and apply your special capabilities which may be recognized by advancement in rank and pay. TRAINING FOR PEACETIME CAREER The thorough training you will receive, your sense of discipline, of devotion to duty, of doing the job well, and the prestige of belonging to the Marine Corps will be invaluable to you when the war is over. PARTIAL LIST OF DUTIES FOR WHICH WOMEN ARE ESPECIALLY REQUIRED Accountants Aerial photographers Aerograph observers Addressograph operators Artists Bakers Bookkeepers Carpenters Chemists Clerks Control Tower operators Cooks Draftsmen Electricians Fabric technicians Fingerprint workers Glaziers Graphotype operators Hairdressers Hostess House attendants Laboratory workers Lathe and press shop machinists Link Trainer operators Aviation Automobile Carburetor Magneto Motor Radio ^Refrigerator Messengers Metalsmiths Motion picture operators Mechanics < Mimeograph operators Multigraph operators Monograph operators Motor inspectors Musicians Painters Parachute riggers Passenger car drivers Personnel workers Photographers Photography librarians Post exchange clerks Radio operators Radio repair workers Sheet metal workers Spare parts experts Statisticians Stenographers Stewardesses Stock and tool room attendants Storekeepers—aviation Tabulating machine operators Telegraph operators Telephone operators Teletype operators Truck drivers (light) Typewriter repair workers Typists Upholsterers Welders Writers Kf Wom&uTMcmmitaM oveA,... ‘Pa4to*f to- 'Pasux Whether it's baking apple pie or rigging parachutes, women Marines are taking over from combat Marines. With "boot" camp behind you, you may go straight into a job for which you have had previous training, or you may be sent to an advanced training school. At the present time there are fifteen of these advanced schools, with courses ranging in length from four to twenty- one weeks. In addition to them you may learn a new trade [ 16 ] Rlli Jp^ JF ■■■' s..-. BBI la&t&Tsst as an apprentice worker. Assignment to one of these schools or trades depends on past experience or present aptitude. Whenever practicable your own wishes will be considered, and at any time you may apply for specialized training. Over half of the members of the Women's Reserve will be placed in aviation units, and a great many of the specialist schools are devoted to phases of aviation training. If you are deft with your fingers, if you have a secret aptitude for r 17 1 precision instruments, a yen for aviation, a def¬ inite mathematical gift, the Marines offer you an opportunity to do the most important job of your life. You may be sent to Link Trainer School in Atlanta, Georgia, where you'll learn to "fly blind" in that extraordinary piece of fusilage that does everything an airplane does —except leave the ground. Once trained you may actually help teach a combat Marine to fly. Perhaps you'll go to Parachute Rigger's School at Lakehurst, New Jersey, and a flyer's life will depend on your skill. Or you may go to Aviation Machinist Mate's School at Nor¬ man, Oklahoma, and end up as part of the ground crew for some of our famous flying ships. If you have musical talent you may be as¬ signed to the Band and Field Music School at New River, North Caro¬ lina, to prepare to take your place in a Marine Corps Band. You may even replace a field music—freeing him to blow reveille for Lea¬ thernecks on some dis¬ tant shore. If you're a writer you may end up on the staff of a Corps newspaper where your words will be read by Marines around the globe. If you have but limited experience you may learn a trade that will fit you for an important career after the war. Whatever you do, training, travel and excel¬ lent pay will be coming your way. It's work, and duty, and, perhaps, being far from home —but it's fun, too. Best of all, it's freeing a Ma¬ rine for combat. iigll Ills ■ - kkm When you reach "boot camp" you will get your Marine uniform. It won't be issued to you—but you'll receive $200 to cover its cost ($250 if you're an officer). Expert tailors will see that you get a perfect fit. Certain features of the winter service uniform—the color, pointed cuffs, curved back seams, buttons and scarlet chevrons (for non-commissioned officers)— are identical with the uniform of combat Marines. Otherwise it has been adapted and redesigned to mod¬ ify its military cut, to preserve your tailored femininity, to flatter your face and figure. The forestry green fitted jacket has slightly built up shoulders, shoulder straps, pointed lapels, slash breast pockets and welt hip pock¬ ets. It is worn with a six gored skirt, khaki shirt and tie and dark brown accessories. Over your "greens" you'll wear a belted and double breasted light green poplin utility coat with removable parka and fleece interlining for cold or wet days. As an extra, optional coat, officers may also wear a forestry green greatcoat cut exactly like the men's. Fitted to your figure, it is double breasted with sguare shoulders, notched lapels, flap pockets and pointed cuffs. To complete both outfits, your muffler will be wool, in traditional "Marine scarlet"—to match your cap cord and chevrons. The cap itself, naturally, is an all-important item. Designed by a famous hat-maker to flatter all type faces, it is visored with a softly flaring crown and snugly fitting pointed back. During the winter it is forestry green with a scarlet cord "chin strap" and bronze ornament. During the summer, it is light green cotton gabardine with a white cord and brass insignia (gold and silver for officers). During rainy weather you will protect it with a waterproof havelock. The summer service uniform is cool and easy to launder. Made of green and white striped seersucker, it consists of a six gored skirt and a fitted jacket with short sleeves, notched lapels, epaulets and four pock¬ ets with curved flaps. Five buttons fasten the jacket. When worn for work you'll wear a light green cotton ACCESSORIES "fatigue" hat, light green matching handbag, and white gloves. During the summer you may wear—for dress—a white uniform cut exactly like the seersucker service uniform, but fastened with gold buttons and worn always with the visored cap. Your ornaments, naturally, will be the eagle, globe and anchor of the Marine Corps, bronze in winter, brass in summer. In addition you may wear plain rings, watches, wedding and engagement rings and identification bracelets, but earrings, anklets, neck¬ laces or fancy jewelry are taboo. The "over the shoulder" dark brown buffalo leather handbag which you will carry is roomy and durable. Its khaki lining has pockets for both orders and cos¬ metics, while the steel snap clasp holds it wide open for "good fishing." In summer, bag cover and strap are light green cotton gabardine. Your gloves will be dark brown leather for winter, white cotton for summer, but for both winter and sum¬ mer you will wear dark brown shoes during working hours. For drill and heavy duty walking these will be sensible oxfords worn with beige cotton stockings, but if you happen to work in an office or at some other job reguiring little footwork, you will be permitted to wear medium heeled pumps and silk or rayon stock¬ ings. Naturally you may wear dark brown pumps for winter dress, white ones for summer dress. In all ways you will be expected to look neat and trim. Your hair may touch, but not cover your collar. Cosmetics are permissible but of course must not be used to excess. Lipstick and nail polish should match or blend with the scarlet hat cord. The Marine Corps wants you to look your best at all times. The uniforms you will wear have been de¬ signed to be comfortable, practical and extremely at¬ tractive. When you don them for the first time you will know the pride of wearing a uniform that is a symbol of valor and bravery everywhere. HOW AND WHERE loeniut Write to the nearest Marine Corps Procurement Off ike or Marine Corps Recruiting Station and ask for a Marine Corps Women's Reserve application blank, or if there is an office close by, call in pej§8n£ When you apply either by letter or in person be sure to give the following information: (a) your age and d of birth; (b) your education; (c) your marital s married, unmarried, widowed, separated, divorced; (d) number of children if any, and the age of each; (e) if you are married, your husband's occupation; (l ) a brief sum of your business experience. If you appear to qualify on the basis of the above in¬ formation, you will be sent or given an application blank and other necessary papers. When completed, return these papers to the office from which you procured them. 4 If you have applied through a Marine Corps Recruiting Station, jfour application and other supporting papers will be forwarded to the nearest Marine Corps Procurement office for further action. If your application is accepted, you will be asked to report for an interview, an aptitude >st, and a physical examination. 5 Transportation will be provided at government expense to and from the Marine Corps Procurement Office and funds will be provided if it is necessary for you to re¬ main overnight in connection with matters concerning your application. [ 22 ] HOW AND WHERE uou, urillAttire As soon as you receive your training you wilKpe as¬ signed to active duty in an essential post imthe Corps. You will take over a man's job and will work with men. You will be subject to the same discipline and working hours. The same high standard oiefficiency and coopera¬ tion will be expected of you. WHERE During your period of service you will see duty. aRne of the Marine Corps Posts or Stations within the conti¬ nental United States. Included among these are posts at /ashington, D. C.; New York; Philadelphia; Chicago; San Francisco and the big training centers: San Diego, Cali¬ fornia; Quantico, Virginia; New River or Cherry Point, North Carolina; Parris Island, South Carolina. Perhaps '•ou will be assianed to one of the Marine Ai r Stations throughout the country. Despite vast wartime expansion, the Marine Corps re¬ mains a closefy-knit unit. By competence in your field and ability to lead you will have opportunity to become a high noncommissioned officer and perhaps to be se¬ lected for officer training. In keeping with Marine Corps tradition, the majority of commissioned officers are se¬ lected from the ranks. HOW The majority of officers of the U. S. Marine Corps Women's Reserve are selected from the ranks, and any enlisted mem¬ ber who has completed her basic indoctrination training may be recommended for Officers' Candidate School. Applicants must, naturally, be mentally and morally qualified for appoint¬ ment, and must display individual characteristics of superior ability, initiative, intelligence, and potential leadership, in order to be recommended by commanding officers for train¬ ing leading to commissioned rank. This plan does not mean the entire elimination of applica¬ tion for officer training direct from civil life. There will always be a need for some persons with specialized qualifications or outstanding ability, and opportunity is still open to them to join the Women's Reserve. Like "boots," officer candidates receive their training at Camp Lejeune, New River, N. C. Upon the completion of a two- months course they are commissioned as officers of the U. S. Marine Corps Women's Reserve. j fl P Iff j; PAY AND RANK OF THE WOMEN’S RESERVE OFFICERS: Rank nimmmimi Colonel . Lieut. Colonel Major .. Captain . 1st Lieutenant 2nd Lieutenant Monthly Base Pay Without Dependents Rent Suh-aliow. $333.33 *$105.00 $21.00 291.67 105.00 21.00 250.00 90.00 21.00 200.00 75.00 21.00 166.67 60.00 21.00 150.00 45.00 21.00 * Note: Officers who are assigned to quarters furnished by the Government or officers on duty at a post or station with troops, are not entitled to rental allowance. C^t Rank ENLISTED PERSONNEL Sergeant Major First Sergeant Master Gunnery Sergeant Master Technical Sergeant Quartermaster Sergeant Paymaster Sergeant Master Steward Master Cook Gunnery Sergeant Technical Sergeant Drum Major Supply Sergeant Steward 1st Class Cook 1st Class Platoon Sergeant Staff Sergeant Steward 2nd Class Cook 2nd Class Sergeant Mess Sergeant Chief Cook Field Music Sergeant Steward 3rd Class Cook 3rd Class Corporal Field Cook Field Music Corporal Steward's Asst. 1st Class Private 1st Class Assistant Cook Field Music 1st Class Steward's Asst. 2nd Class Private Field Music Steward's Asst. 3rd Class -v > ~\ > j Monthly Base Pay (Plus Allowance) .First Pay Grade $138.00 .Second Pay Grade 114.00 .Third Pay Grade 96.00 Fourth Pay Grade 78.00 Fifth Pay Grade 66.00 Sixth Pay Grade 54.00 Seventh Pay Grade 50.00 In addition to the Base Pay, the Marine Corps provides free to all enlisted Marines, men and women, food and living accommodations, or, where food and living accommodations are not furnished by the Marine Corps, a quarters allowance of $1.25 per day and a subsistence allowance of $1.80 per day with which to provide these accommodations. Women Marines and their dependents are eligible for allowances similar in most respects to those provided enlisted men. Low cost Post Exchange Stores reduce considerably the cost of personal spending, and you have free mail privileges, discounts from railroads, theatres and many restaurants, hotels and clubs. [26 1 NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS OFFICER CANDIDATES U. S. citizen. Over 20 and under 50 years of age. College degree, or 2 years of college work, plus at least 2 years of ac¬ ceptable business or professional experience. Sound physical condition. Height at least 5 feet. Weight at least 95 pounds. Eyes 12/20 minimum, each eye, correctable to 20/20. Teeth, minimum 18 vital teeth with two molars opposing on each side of the dental arch and proper occlusion. No children under 18 years of age. Character and ability references. ENLISTED PERSONNEL U. S. citizen. Over 20 and under 36 years of age. Minimum of 2 years of high school or business college. Sound physical condition. Height at least 5 feet. Weight at least 95 pounds. Eyes—binocular vision 12/20, not less than 6/20 in one eye, each eye correctable to 20/20. Teeth—sufficient natural teeth or suitable replacements to supply satisfactory biting and mastic¬ atory function. No children under 18 years of age. Character and ability references. All applicants should be prepared to submit the following data to substantiate their eligibility. 1. Birth or baptismal certificate, or birth affidavit. 2. Transcript of educational record. 3. Record of occupation since leaving school. 4. If married, copy of marriage certificate. 5. If divorced, certified copy of final decree of divorce. 6. Three letters giving references as to character and ability from citizens of good standing in the community. MARITAL STATUS—Wives of Marines, except commissioned officers, are eligible for membership in the Women's Reserve. Women unmarried when enrolled must agree not to marry until completion of preliminary training. [ 27 ] “For how long do I enlist?” For the duration. You will be discharged within six months after the end of the war. “What if I should want a discharge before the war is over?” You will be accepted in the Marine Corps on a basis of absolute equality with men. It will not be possible for you to resign any more than a man at the front can resign. “Where do I get an application blank?” At any Marine Corps Procurement District Office or at any Marine Corps Recruiting Station. Call or write. “Must I pass a physical examination?” Yes, by regular Navy Medical Officers and nurses, upon being sworn in. In addition a second physical examination is conducted after arrival at training school. Throughout both examinations you wear a regular hospital "angel robe." “Any other tests?” One. To determine your aptitude for service. No preparation necessary. “If I am under 20, can I enlist with the consent of my parents?” No. By law the minimum age is 20. “Do I begin training immediately?” No. Upon being sworn in you will be directed to return home on inactive duty and to await orders for assignment to training school. You will be given advance notice to get ready to leave home. “When should I leave my civilian position?” Do not give it up until you are ordered to train¬ ing school. “Must I already have special training?” Not necessarily. The Marine Corps Schools and the Navy Schools in which Marines also are trained will fit you for a definite job of use to yourself and to the Corps. [ 28 ] “Must I start as a private?” Yes. “Could I ever become an officer without a college degree?” Yes. The majority of promotions are from the ranks. All promotions depend entirely on indi¬ vidual ability and leadership. “Do I pay my own fare to training school?” No. You travel at Marine Corps expense. “Do I get paid during training?” Yes. Your pay begins on the date you are assigned to active duty (that is the date you are ordered to start to school). “When do I get my uniform?” At indoctrination school, but you should bring sufficient civilian clothing to last for three weeks. A list of both reguired and desirable articles will be sent you before you receive orders to report for training. “Are uniforms and clothing issued?” No. You will be given an allowance to purchase what you need. Officers receive $250.00, enlisted personnel $200.00. “How long does training last?” Indoctrination—six weeks. Advanced—from 4 to 21 weeks depending on the field. “May I choose my field?” You will be assigned to the field in which you seem most likely to succeed and in which you will be most useful to the Corps. Your own preference, past training and experience will naturally affect this decision. “Will I receive physical training, military drill?” Yes, both. Marines are known for their proficiency in drill. There will be a woman director of physical education at the school, and programs de¬ signed to put you in top physical condition. “What about my free time during training?” Your free time is your own. You will be ex¬ pected, as the men are, to conduct yourself at all times in such a manner as to be an honor and a credit to the Corps. “Will I be permitted to marry?” Yes. Once finished your training you will be permitted to marry anyone you choose—Army, [ 29 ] Navy, Coast Guard, civilian or Marine. It is well to remember, however, that duty to the Marine Corps must come hist. Transfers, resig¬ nations, etc., will not ordinarily be possible. “Will I serve overseas?” The present law limits your service to the conti¬ nental United States. If this law is changed there will probably be work overseas for a few women. “May I request- a particular station?” Yes. Preference will be considered, but you will naturally be expected to serve wherever your services are most immediately required. “Will I be subject to military discipline after training?” Yes—the same as men, the extent depending on where you are assigned and the type of work. “How many hours a day will I have to work?” Like combat Marines, as long as you are needed. Ordinarily you will have a regular working day. “Will I be granted a furlough if some special circumstance comes up?” Yes, in addition to the 15 days furlough regularly granted—everything pos¬ sible will be done to give you an emergency furlough if the circumstances warrant—such as illness in your family. “Where will I live when I am on duty?” When you are stationed in centers of populations where adequate housing accommodations are available, you will probably be placed on a commu¬ tation status and will find your own quarters. (See note page 26.) At other places, where relatively large groups are assembled, such as training centers, barracks will be provided and you will live in organized military units. “Will I travel?” Perhaps. Marine Corps posts and stations are located in many parts of the continental United States. You are subject to orders to go wherever your services are most in demand. “What happens if I become ill?” You will be examined at the "sick bay," and receive every medical care. At every Marine Base and station there is a hospital or dispensary and first- class naval doctors and nurses. “What opportunities will I have to go to church?” At every training center and base there are regular church services— [ 30 ] Protestant, Catholic and Jewish. Your chaplain will always be glad to help you with your personal problems. “Will I be permitted to wears civilian clothes? 11 Only for active sports. You are a part of a great military organization, and like all other Ma¬ rines you will be required to wear your uniform for the duration. “Will S be expected to learn to shoot or become the physical equal of men? 11 No. You will never be called upon to shoulder a gun or to become proficient in strenuous exercises required of combat Marines. Modified instructions in certain of these subjects will be available if approved by the senior medical officer on the post. Physical exercise and drill required of you is intended only to keep you in good enough health to perform your own job in a satisfactory manner. “Will I become just a ‘civil service girl in uniform 1 ? 11 The law specifies civil service employees may not be relieved by members of the Women's Reserve. Where certain types of jobs similar to those held by civilians are filled by Marines—either men or women—it is because Civil Service could not fill the vacancies. “Why is it necessary to be in uniform to take on most of the jobs in the Women’s Reserve? 11 Many of the jobs you may be called upon to fill are of a secret or restricted nature. Being sworn to serve your country and—like combat Marines— being subject to court-martial—you can be depended upon to carry out your job with military efficiency and secretness. Furthermore a great majority of jobs are on military posts or stations, where order can only be preserved by military discipline, and the necessary number of women could not be employed unless subject to this discipline. Having dedicated your life to your country's cause for the duration of the war—with no reservations— the United States Marines can count upon you to do your duty whenever and wherever you are needed. INDEX • • • Pages Act of Congress . 2 Advancement . 13 Advantages ... 13 Allowances . 26 Assignments . 14 Benefits, Special .. 13 "'Boot Camp” . 9 Duties . 16, 17, 19 Enlistment, How and Where . 22 Food and Living Accommodations . 13 Government Life Insurance . 13 Introduction . 2 Leaders . 1, 4, 5 Marital Status .._. 27 Medical Care . 13 Officer Procurement . 24 Pay . 26 Physical Examination . 9 Promotion . 23 Purpose . 6 Qualifications . 27 Questions and Answers ... 28, 29, 30, 31 Rank . 26 Service, How and Where You'll Serve . 23 Spiritual Guidance . 10 Sports . g Subjects You'll Study . g - Training—For Peace Time Career . 13 Training—Special . 9 Uniforms and Accessories . 20, 21 [ 32 ]