The M-14 is in use by the Marine corps mainly the Security Force Batt. Marines that consistantly shoot expert with the rifle have a chance to go to Designated Marksman school. I'm pretty sure that this school is in Quantico, VA and at the school all they do is learn how to shoot the modified M-14 while under a lot of stress. They do a lot of running then hop down and have to take a quick but accurate shot. I almost had a chance to go but instead whet to CQB school. CQB Marines work hand in hand with the DM's because the DM's grab there rifle and run out ahead of the CQB marines and cover there breach point into wherever the CQB marines are going. FAST companys use DM's alot also for security and observation. DM's are an invaluable tool to the CQB marines and the FAST companys. DM's are so invaluable because of there real time information. They can tell you what is going on as it happens over a radio.....and if need be protect other Marines in a Zues like effect. But there is probably only about 50 DM's in the Security Force Battalion. Pretty cool stuff. Sorry if I rambled and I hope I answered your question.
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