A Republic marine was a member of a fighting force of the Galactic Republic. Imperial Grand Admiral Josef Grunger had been a Republic marine prior to the Republic becoming the Galactic Empire.[1]
Behind the scenes
The Star Wars Insider article "Who's Who: Imperial Grand Admirals" was originally intended for Star Wars Gamer magazine prior to its cancellation, under the title "Dirty Dozen: The Imperial Grand Admirals." When the article was reused in Star Wars Insider, several details were omitted,[2] including mention of Grunger as an "ex-Republic marine."[1]
Sources
"Who's Who: Imperial Grand Admirals" — Star Wars Insider 66 (Cut content)