Stroke: a stroke occurs when there is a blocked (embolism) or ruptured (aneurysm/hemorrhage) blood vessel that supplies the brain, leading to severe and permanent damage to the tissues of the brain. A very severe stroke can cause brain death.
MCT: Marine Combat Training. All non-infantry Marines, upon completion of recruit training, will undergo Marine Combat Training (MCT). MCT consists of 29 days of battle skills training that enables Marines, regardless of MOS, to operate in a combat environment.
The Marine Corps finds its success as a premier military force by acting in a single cohesive effort across all battlefronts. Featured below are just a sample of the Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) Marine pilots and aviation support Marines serve in to assist the Marines fighting battles on the ground.