race doesnt matter in any branch of military, in the usmc you train at parris island or atleast i did. Training was around 13 weeks and very intense. You have to memorize several things and basically condition your body in that time, also if u wear contacts u will be issued glasses. Iraq is a diff subject , your either well liked or extremely hated. ive been in the marines 2 years now. any other questions? id answer iraq more but im not sure whats allowed to be said