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could be deployable with less than
weeks notice. In short, these new
plans will allow us to almost double
the combat power of the Army in less
than 2 months, compared to the nearly
9 months heretofore required.
(5) Fifth, to enhance the already
formidable ability of the Marine Corps
to respond to limited war emergencies,
I am asking the Congress for $60
million to increase Marine Corps
strength to 190,000 men. This will
increase the initial impact and
staying power of our three Marine
divisions and three air wings, and
provide a trained nucleus for further
immediate expansion, if necessary for
self-defense.
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