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Today officially marks the 250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps, which is obviously a big day for the expeditionary force.
As the legend goes, the Marine Corps was born in a bar. Tun Tavern, Philadelphia to be exact. One can only imagine the kind of debauchery that led up to such an iconic moment that would stand the test of history. 250 years later, we still talk of their legends and still fight in their Corps.
I had the pleasure of being the Guest of Honor at Security Bn’s Marine Corps Ball this weekend in Quantico. That evening, I saw a ball room full of young, wondrous Lance Corporals and everyone else that follow in the footsteps of the legends of Tun Tavern, Philadelphia.
I also drank way too much, lost my voice shouting over the music, and made the Staff NCO’s and officers stand up during my speech for no particular reason. It was a great night, and honestly a nice reminder that what I do (and have done) is unique in the world… As are the Marines.
Happy 250th Birthday, Marines.
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