Today is the 235th anniversary of the founding of the United States Marine Corps. That's right, historians, the USMC was formed before the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Before the politicians hashed out the verbiage that everyone could agree on, the Marines had established a recruiting line inside Tun Tavern and were signing up the premiere fighting force of the time.
Marines celebrate their founding each year with a Birthday Ball. Regardless of the number or age of Marines present, a birthday party is arranged and expected. When I worked in a call center, I bought a huge sheet cake each year and brought it in for my co-workers. Some things are meant to be shared. Never forgotten.
On this, the 60th anniversary of the walk from the Chosin Reservoir, Marines rededicate themselves to their sworn duty to uphold the freedom of the United States of America and the preservation of Democracy everywhere. My father is one of the "Chosin Few" and as I watched the Commandant's birthday message this year, I was reminded of the stories he told of the bravery of the fighting men and the challenges they faced.
Marines have a difficult task. A hard job. And they relish every minute of doing it. Marines serve because they can. Because someone needs to and because they have the will to defend America. God Bless the Marines. God Bless this country.
Happy Birthday Marines.
--Sandee Wagner
4 comments:
Ooo Raa!
(why is it so hard to spell sounds?)
Most of the Marines spell it OOOORaaaahh. Still, you get points for remembering to shout it!! spw
We want lots of pictures of you and DH looking glamorous.
The tough thing with the dresses is that NOTHING stands up to the impressiveness of the dress uniform.
Semper Fi!!
Marilyn,
I will definitely get photos Saturday night to post. I'm really looking forward to the party... but seriously, you know no one will even notice me next to Bert's Mess Dress uniform. It's like a peahen next to a peacock. "Lovely plummage!" spw
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