Marines with Large Tattoos Can't Serve as Recruiters or Guards
Sunday September 21, 2008
The Marines have already placed a ban on anyone new coming in with large, visible tattoos, but a new revision to the ban adds yet a new restriction against those grandfathered in under the new clause. Marines already serving with sleeve or large, visible pieces of ink may not serve as recruiters or as guards at U.S. Embassy locations. Citing concern over the "image" portrayed, the military branch officials have decided that large tattoos don't give the right impression. (Article)
Comments
does it hurt when getting a tatoo
Sure it hurts, but not as much as being told that your years of service to your country don’t “leave the right impression”!
Well said Greenman,
Yes, those in power who are against tattoos, or out-of-touch with the changing stance society has towards tattoos are dwindling, BUT they are still there. Just another thing to consider BEFORE getting your tattoo - whether it’s your 1st or 15th.