A spokeswoman for the Marines said: 'While we have not yet verified the origin or authenticity of this video, the actions portrayed are not consistent with our core values and are not indicative of the character of the Marines in our Corps'
Urination Video: Outcry Aside, History Suggests Minimal Punishment For Marines -- Christian Science Monitor
Experts say that despite the strong language from the Pentagon over the video showing Marines urinating on dead Taliban, the military's record for prosecuting similar crimes has been lackluster.
The language of rebuke has been robust among top US military officials in the wake of a web video depicting Marines urinating on dead Taliban fighters.
The Marines, for their part, have already promised two separate investigations into the incident, and Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has vowed that, “those found to have engaged in such conduct will be held accountable to the fullest extent.”
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My Comment: In the whole scheme of things .... urinating on dead Taliban fighters is a minor thing. But .... in the political correct world of today .... this is everything. I suspect that in the end these marines will receive a reprimand .... and the story will end there.
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