The marine corps cannot match the combined arms and logistics that the army has, since the marines TOE is that of a reinforced light infantry division. An army infantry division will at least have M-113s and other armoured vehicles for use by infantry. read more
MCDP 1-0, Marine Corps Operations. (Washington, D.C.: 2001). 6 James Kitfield, “An Agile, Just-In-Time Force.” National Journal, (22 March 2003). vol. 35, Iss 12, p.892 7 The Marine Corps and the Army, in fact are conducting separate studies (Concepts & Programs 2003) on this issue. However a joint effort certainly would seem more appropriate. read more