The Thirty Years War saw a change from âlittle warsâ to what was effectively total war. A nationâs economywas based around fighting in the war and sustaining that nationâs position within the Thirty Years War. Civilian populations were adversely affected in a way not seen before.
Marines, also known as a marine corps or naval infantry, are an infantry force that specializes in the support of naval and army operations at sea and on land, as well as the execution of their own operations.
Freebase (0.00 / 0 votes) Rate this definition: Marine. A Marine is a member of an infantry force that specializes in naval operations such as amphibious assault. In some countries, a marine force is often part of a navy, but can also be under army or independent command.