One or two spaces: CMOS takes on the U.S. Marines

[Stuart Burnfield]

Saw this amusing exchange on the Chicago Manual of Style Q&A page
(http://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/CMS_FAQ/new/new_questions01.html):


Q. About two spaces after a period. As a U.S. Marine, I know that
    what’s right is right and you are wrong. I declare it once and
    for all aesthetically more appealing to have two spaces after
    a period. If you refuse to alter your bullheadedness, I will
    petition the commandant to allow me to take one Marine detail
    to conquer your organization and impose my rule. Thou shalt
    place two spaces after a period. Period. _Semper Fidelis_.

A. As a U.S. Marine, you’re probably an expert at something,
    but I’m afraid it’s not this. _Status quo_.