Posted on 11/10/2020 12:10:01 PM PST by ransomnote
As Commander in Chief, I proudly join our Nation in wishing the United States Marine Corps a happy 245th birthday.
Officially established by the Second Continental Congress on November 10, 1775, the Marine Corps has protected our sovereignty in the air, on land, and at sea. Our Marines have led the charge for freedom and justice in defense of our constitutional republic and its founding principles.
Since they first shed blood for the cause of freedom during the Revolutionary War, Marines, true to their creed, have never wavered in their faithfulness. The distinct scarlet and gold Battle Colors of the United States Marine Corps symbolize its history of both unmatched prowess on the battlefield and solemn sacrifice in service to our Nation. Every brave man and woman who dons the Marine Corps uniform carries this legacy forward.
With steadfast honor, courage, and commitment, Marines have swiftly and decisively risen to the occasion to secure victory, no matter the task. This January marks the 30th anniversary of Operation Desert Storm, in which Marines successfully carried out one of the most consequential offensive attacks in the history of modern warfare. Throughout the Gulf War, these brave warriors never faltered, a reflection of their long-standing devotion to pressing forward until every battle is won.
Today, as we celebrate the men and women who valiantly defend our country as United States Marines, we also honor our heroic Marine veterans, and we solemnly remember those Marines who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedom. We will always cherish and honor their memory.
The First Lady and I send our thoughts and prayers to all members of our Armed Forces and their families. May God bless the Marine Corps, and may He continue to bless the United States of America.
Semper Fidelis!
Thank you for the reminder! After reading your post I went to Whitehouse.gov to locate this year’s message.
Thanks for sharing. I miss hearing from him.... and Happy Birthday to the Marines! (My husband, 3 sons!)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL MY FELLOW JAR HEADS AND DEVIL DOGS!....................
Happy Birthday fellow Leathernecks! Semper Fi!
I imagine the Marines are as fond of Pres. Trump as he is of them. Am guessing their loyalty to him is probably pretty strong also.
a full-throated HAPY BIRTHDAY to the finest Corps on earth!
Commandant’s 245th Marine Corps Birthday Message
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAjz7U7uZPw
For any who’ve not seen it yet.
Semper Fi.
Nice message from our PRESIDENT TRUMP.
Look forward to hearing four more of them.
I can remember the June night (a week after HS graduation) in 1951 around midnight when the train arrived in Yemasee and I got my first hands-on lesson on how to endure seemingly endless pain...
(Even though I had been thoroughly schooled by my Dad on what to expect😵)
One of the best decisions I ever made...
I actually joined before I graduated, having completed the necessary credits. I didn’t attend graduations ceremonies, as I was otherwise occupied at the Parris Island resort.............
Third most important day on the calendar behind Baby Jesus’s birthday and the 4th of July. Semper Fi, brothers.
Semper Fi ..... until I die
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