The Few, The Proud...The Best Of The Best

The Tradition Begins...

ON 10 NOVEMBER 1775,
CONGRESS PASSED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:

RESOLVED:
   THAT TWO BATTALIONS OF MARINES BE RAISED, CONSISTING OF ONE COLONEL, TWO LIEUTENANT COLONELS, TWO MAJORS AND OTHER
OFFICERS AS USUAL IN OTHER REGIMENTS, AND THAT THEY CONSIST
OF AN EQUAL NUMBER OF PRIVATES WITH OTHER BATTALIONS;
   THAT PARTICULAR CARE BE TAKEN THAT NO PERSONS BE APPOINTED
TO OFFICE, OR INLISTED INTO SAID BATTALIONS, BUT SUCH AS ARE
GOOD SEAMEN, OR SO ACQUAINTED WITH MARITIME AFFAIRS AS TO
BE ABLE TO SERVE TO ADVANTAGE BY SEA WHEN REQUIRED;
   THAT THEY BE INLISTED AND COMMISSIONED FOR AND DURING THE
PRESENT WAR BETWEEN GREAT BRITAIN AND THE COLONIES, UNLESS
DISMISSED BY ORDER OF CONGRESS;
   THAT THEY BE DISTINGUISHED BY THE NAMES OF THE FIRST AND
SECOND BATTALIONS OF AMERICAN MARINES, AND THAT THEY BE
CONSIDERED A PART OF THE NUMBER WHICH THE CONTINENTAL
ARMY BEFORE BOSTON IS ORDERED TO CONSIST OF.

Symbols of the Corps

"Devil Dogs"
The popular translation of "Teufelhunden",
used by Germans to describe the persistent
and corageoous attacks of the 4th Marine
Brigade at Belleau Wood in World War I.

The Marine Corps Seal
Designed by Gen. Lemuel C.
Shepherd, Jr., the 20th Commandant
of the Marine Corps. On the official
seal, the field behind the EGA is
scarlet, and the outer ring (containing
"Dept. of the Navy - USMC") is blue.

The Eagle, Globe and Anchor (EGA)
The globe was borrowed from the
British Marines (their globe shows the
Eastern Hemisphere, ours shows the
Western). The eagle and anchor were
added to show that the Marine Corps
is both American and maritime.

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Sayings of the Corps

"Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have made a difference in the world. Marines don't have that problem."
Ronald Reagan

"First to Fight"
Refers to the fact that Marines have been
at the forefront of every American war
since the founding of the Corps.

"Semper Fidelis" (Always Faithful)
The official motto of the Marine Corps,
adopted around 1883. The motto
has proven true, as there has never
been a mutiny among U.S. Marines.

A quote from LtGen. Lewis "Chesty" Puller
He is also well known for saying,
"We're surrounded...that simplifies our problem."

Marine Corps Links

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Semper Fi Heart

Link to my USMC Medal of Honor page - Image by Doc's Patriotic Graphics

Heroes Remembered:
USMC Medal of Honor Recipients
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Marine Corps Commandants
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RecruitMarines

Boxes by Damon
Beautiful laser engraved items made by a former Marine.

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Click on either recruiting poster
to visit the Marine Corps' web site.

Marine Corps Recruiting Poster Slogans

" We didn't promise you a rose garden."

"Superior thinking has always overwhelmed superior force."

"We'd promise you sleep deprivation, mental torment, and muscles so sore
you'll puke, but we don't like to sugar-coat things."

"Nobody likes to fight. But somebody has to know how."

"If you want to fight, join the Marines."

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When A Marine Goes To Heaven

You can keep your Army Khaki,
You can keep your Navy Blue.
I have the worlds best fighting man,
To introduce to you.

His Uniform is different,
The best you've ever seen.
The Germans call him "Devil Dog,"
His real name is "Marine."

He was born on Parris Island*,
The place where God Forgot.
The sand is eighteen inches deep,
The sun is blazing hot.

He gets up every morning,
Before the rising sun.
He'll run a hundred miles and more,
Before the day is done.

*or at San Diego

He's deadly with a rifle,
A bayonet made of steel.
He took the warrior's calling card,
He's mastered how to kill.

And when he gets to Heaven
St. Peter he will tell,
One more Marine reporting sir,
I've served my time in Hell.

So listen all you young girls,
To what I have to say:
Go find yourself a young Marine,
To love you every day.

He'll hug you and he'll kiss you,
And treat you like a queen.
There is no better fighting man:
THAN A UNITED STATES MARINE!

~ Author Unknown ~

Marine's Prayer

Almighty Father, whose command is over all and whose love never fails, make me aware of Thy presence and obedience to Thy will. Keep me true to my best self, guarding me against dishonesty in purpose and deed and helping me to live so that I can face my fellow Marines, my loved ones and Thee without shame or fear.

Protect my family. Give me the will to do the work of a Marine and to accept my share of responsibilities with vigor and enthusiasm.

Grant me the courage to be proficient in my daily performance. Keep me loyal and faithful to my superiors and to the duties my country and the Marine Corps have entrusted to me. Make me considerate of those committed
to my leadership. Help me to wear my uniform with dignity, and let it remind me daily of the traditions which I must uphold.

If I am inclined to doubt, steady my faith; if I am tempted, make me strong to resist; if I should miss the mark, give me courage to try again.

Guide me with the light of truth and grant me wisdom by which I may understand the answer to my prayer.

Amen

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