Why does the Young Marines program exist?
The Young Marines (YM) program is the drug demand reduction effort of the Marine Corp League and the United States Marine Corp. The official mission of the Young Marines is: · To promote the mental, moral and physical development of its members. · To instill in its members the ideals of honesty, fairness, courage, respect, dependability, attention to duty, love of God, country, and family. · To stimulate an interest in and respect for, academic achievement and the history and traditions of the United States of America. · To promote physical fitness through physical activities, including participation in athletic events and close order drill. · To advocate a drug-free lifestyle.
