The Continental Marines: 1775-1783 🦅🌍⚓ The Continental Marines, founded on November 10, 1775, represent the origins of the U.S. Marine Corps. Tasked by the Second Continental Congress, these Marines were created to serve as elite, naval-based infantry during the American Revolutionary War. Commanded by Captain Samuel Nicholas, they were responsible for enforcing discipline at sea,…
Day of the Deployed: Honoring Service and Sacrifice Day of the Deployed is observed annually on October 26 to honor U.S. military personnel deployed around the world. Established in 2006 and recognized nationally in 2011, this day acknowledges the bravery and sacrifices made by service members stationed overseas. It also pays tribute to the families…
Book Review: Neptune’s Inferno: The U.S. Navy at Guadalcanal by James D. Hornfischer 📚 Neptune’s Inferno by James D. Hornfischer is a masterful narrative of the U.S. Navy’s pivotal role in the fierce and bloody naval battles that took place during the Guadalcanal Campaign in World War II. Unlike many accounts of the Battle of…
The Beirut Bombing: A Tragic Day in Marine Corps History On October 23, 1983, a suicide bomber drove a truck filled with 12,000 pounds of explosives into the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, killing 241 U.S. service members, including 220 Marines. This attack occurred during the Lebanese Civil War when U.S. forces were part…
The Star-Spangled Banner: A Symbol of Resilience and Freedom “The Star-Spangled Banner” is the national anthem of the United States, written by Francis Scott Key in 1814 during the War of 1812. Inspired by the sight of the American flag still flying over Fort McHenry after a fierce British bombardment, Key’s words reflect the resilience…
Marine Corps League: Preserving the Legacy of the Corps 🦅🌍⚓ The Marine Corps League (MCL), founded in 1923, is a congressionally chartered veterans’ organization that serves to support and connect active-duty Marines, veterans, and their families. The League plays a vital role in fostering camaraderie among Marines, honoring their service, and promoting Marine Corps values…
Marine Corps History: Key Events in October 🗓️🦅 October is a month filled with significant moments in the history of the United States Marine Corps, showcasing the bravery, strategic importance, and resilience of Marines in conflicts throughout the years. Here are some notable events from this month: 1. Battle of Peleliu (October 1944) One of…
📚 Book Review: Redeployment by Phil Klay 📚 MCHF Webb Award Winner, 2015 Redeployment by Phil Klay is an extraordinary collection of twelve short stories that captures the deeply emotional and visceral experiences of Marines and soldiers during and after the Iraq War. Klay, a U.S. Marine veteran himself, brings authenticity to his portrayal of…
📚 Book Review: Hue 1968: A Turning Point of the American War in Vietnam by Mark Bowden 📚 Title: Hue 1968: A Turning Point of the American War in VietnamAuthor: Mark BowdenPublished: 2017Pages: 608Genre: Military History, Non-FictionAwards: MCHF Greene Award Winner, 2018 Overview Hue 1968 by Mark Bowden is an extraordinary and comprehensive account of…
🎥 Movie Review: We, The Marines (2017) 🎥 Narrated by: Gene HackmanDirected by: Greg MacGillivrayRelease Date: July 28, 2017Genre: DocumentaryRun Time: 38 minutesFormat: IMAX Overview We, The Marines is a powerful, visually stunning documentary that offers a glimpse into the world of the United States Marine Corps. Directed by Greg MacGillivray and narrated by Academy…
