Stroke: a stroke occurs when there is a blocked (embolism) or ruptured (aneurysm/hemorrhage) blood vessel that supplies the brain, leading to severe and permanent damage to the tissues of the brain. A very severe stroke can cause brain death.
MCT: Marine Combat Training. All non-infantry Marines, upon completion of recruit training, will undergo Marine Combat Training (MCT). MCT consists of 29 days of battle skills training that enables Marines, regardless of MOS, to operate in a combat environment.
How Long Is Basic Training in the Marines? The United States Marine Corps is known as America's first line of defense. To become a Marine, you must be at least 17 years old at the time of enlistment and hold a high school diploma. You must also complete 12 weeks of intense training.