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Interwar Period E93 Forged Between Wars: The Corps Transformed
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When Marines returned home after World War I, they stepped into a country ready to celebrate them as heroes. Parades filled city streets, families welcomed them with open arms, and it seemed like America couldn't thank them enough. But this enthusiasm was short-lived. Within months, a sense of disillusionment set in, replacing cheers and excitement with a stark reality check on what the war had truly cost. Soon, that collective sense of pride turned into doubt, questioning whether the glory earned in combat was worth the terrible price Marines paid. This shift deeply impacted the Corps, leaving it struggling to fill its ranks and maintain morale as America moved toward isolation.
In this episode, we’ll explore how the Marine Corps fought to adapt in the face of a shrinking force, outdated promotion policies, and fading public support. From Hollywood's depiction of war's bitter realities to the Corps' desperate pivot toward sports and education, you'll see how the Marines grappled with a nation eager to leave war, and warriors, in the past.
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Manage episode 319064279 series 2576851
When Marines returned home after World War I, they stepped into a country ready to celebrate them as heroes. Parades filled city streets, families welcomed them with open arms, and it seemed like America couldn't thank them enough. But this enthusiasm was short-lived. Within months, a sense of disillusionment set in, replacing cheers and excitement with a stark reality check on what the war had truly cost. Soon, that collective sense of pride turned into doubt, questioning whether the glory earned in combat was worth the terrible price Marines paid. This shift deeply impacted the Corps, leaving it struggling to fill its ranks and maintain morale as America moved toward isolation.
In this episode, we’ll explore how the Marine Corps fought to adapt in the face of a shrinking force, outdated promotion policies, and fading public support. From Hollywood's depiction of war's bitter realities to the Corps' desperate pivot toward sports and education, you'll see how the Marines grappled with a nation eager to leave war, and warriors, in the past.
************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines).
Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehistory for a free audiobook and a 30-day trial.
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