Making the Corps

In "Making the Corps," bestselling author Thomas E. Ricks offers an insider's look at the United States Marine Corps through the experiences of Platoon 3086. Documenting their rigorous training at Parris Island, Ricks highlights the fierce friendships formed among the recruits and the core values instilled by their drill instructors. As these young men transition from civilian life to their first year as Marines, the narrative also reflects on the widening gap between the military and American society. An afterword provides a poignant analysis of the Iraq war, offering a unique perspective from those intimately involved.