What is the difference between Marine Recon and Force Recon?

Marine Reconnaissance units are some of the most elite warriors in an already superior fighting force. Recon Marines gather information through reconnaissance and surveillance missions deep behind enemy lines. Force RECON is overseen directly by the Marine Corps.

What is more elite MARSOC or Force Recon?

Whereas MARSOC is Special Operations Command’s (USSOCOM’s) newest unit, Force Recon is considered a “Special Operations Capable” unit that belongs exclusively to the Marine Corps. (Some would dispute this) but the Marine Corps has in the past been considered the US’ “elite” force.

What pistol does MARSOC use?

Glock 19
2 Marine Administrative Message, or MARADMIN, that green-lighted Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command, or MARSOC, units to use the Glock 19, a proven design used by many units in U.S. Special Operations Command. The reliable, easy-to-maintain 9mm features a polymer frame and a 15-round magazine.

What tier is MARSOC?

US special operators US special-operations units can be divided into unofficial tiers. Delta Force and SEAL Team 6 would be at the top (Tier 1), followed by the 75th Ranger Regiment, Night Stalkers, MARSOC, and SEAL and Boat Teams (Tier 2), and then the Special Forces Groups (Tier 3).

Is MARSOC and recon the same?

Force Recon should not be confused with the newly established (circa. 2007) Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC). Whereas MARSOC is Special Operations Command’s (USSOCOM’s) newest unit, Force Recon is considered a “Special Operations Capable” unit that belongs exclusively to the Marine Corps.

How long is MARSOC training?

Come along to MARSOC training, where the Marine Corps grooms its top operators. An average of 11 months of grueling training and the mastery of seven weapons are just some of the hurdles to join the elite tier of the Corps’. After serving three years as a Marine, MARSOC candidates arrive at Camp Lejeune , North Carolina, in the best shape…

What is MARSOC training?

MARSOC. Marines begin a rigorous physical training program designed around endurance, functional fitness, amphibious training and combatives. This physical training program continues throughout the course and has been designed to prepare the student for the unique demands of special operations. The time period for this training is 12 to 13 months.

What is the mission of the Marine Raiders?

Mission. Marine Raiders’ mission is to provide tailored military combat-skills and special operations capability to accomplish special operations missions assigned by the Commander, U.S. Special Operations Command (CDRUSSOCOM) and/or Geographic Combatant Commanders (GCCs) via the Theater Special Operations Command.

Are Marine Raiders Tier 1?

It’s unlikely a Marine Raider unit will ever become a part of the Tier One forces. However, individual Marine Raiders will likely be selected to serve in one of the joint Tier One forces from time to time on a rather infrequent basis. Marines have served in Tier One forces in the past prior to the re-establishment of the Raiders ( MarSOC ).