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About Jason Grabill
Expertise
Questions relating to US Marine Corps; rank, awards, uniforms, career choices. I can also help people spot and expose fakes (people pretending to be Marines or have awards they didn`t earn).
Experience
Infantry Rifleman, MOS 0311: 3 years
Marine Barracks Security (Marine Barracks, Annapolis, Maryland(not Embassy Duty): 3 years
Parachutist: MOS 9962: Got my wings in August of 1984
Intelligence Specialist: MOS 0231 10 years working as an Intelligence Analyist
Field Radio Operator: MOS 2531. Served as a Platoon Sergeant in a Communications Platoon assigned to MEU Service Support Group 24 (Special Operations Capable)
Publications
I was an Editorial writer for Marine Corps Times from 1998-2000.
Awards and Honors
Kosovo Campaign Medal w/1 star
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with 4 stars.
Numerous other unit awards.
I was on duty on 9/11 at HQMC, near the Pentagon, and responded to that location to try and lend a hand if needed...
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You are here: Experts > News/Issues > U.S. Military > Careers: Military--Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines, Coast Guard > future Marine..concerns
Expert: Jason Grabill - 11/2/2009
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HI there, I have a question. Im 20 years old and I'm very determind on enlisting into the Marine Corps, but I have some concerns and just need some answers for reassurance. I am a lil over weight and am working on my weight in oder to join. Recently i've found out that i have slight high blood pressure due to me being overweight, and now im eatting right and doing what i can to lower it before my enlistment. My parents have decided to become foster parents so that means everyone in the house hold will had to take a physical/ backround check, will the results of my BP on the physical effect my enlistment??? I do not want to be DQ, please get back to me thank you !!
Answer
Ilene:
First and foremost, have you spoken with a recruiter yet? If not, do so...As soon as possible. Your weight will be an issue if you cannot meet height and weight standards. Your recruiter will be able to help you with that by suggesting excercises and things you can do to improve your weight issues. But you have to see or call them ASAP.
Jason
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