Happy Birthday Marines!

From the Commandant of the Marine Corps:

1. On November 10th, 1775, the Second Continental Congress resolved to raise two battalions of Continental Marines marking the birth of our United States Marine Corps. As Major General Lejune's message reminds us, the ensuing generations of Marines would come to signafy all that is highest in warfighting excellence and military virtue. Each November as Marines the world over celebrate the birth of our Corps, we pay tribute to that long line of "soldiers of the sea" and the illustrious legacy they have handed down to us.
2. This past year has been one of continuous combat operations overseas and distinguished service here at home - a year of challenges that have brough out the very best in our Corps. In Iraq and Afghanistan, Marine courage and mastery of complex and chaotic environments have truly made a difference inthe lives of millions. Marine compassion and flexibility provided humanitarian assistance to thousands in the wake of the south east asian tsunami, and here at home, Marines with AAVs, helicopters, and sometimes with their bare hands saved hundreds of our own fellow Americans in the wake of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Across the full spectrum of operations, you have showcased that Marines create stability in an unstable world, and have reinforced our Corps' reputation for setting the standard of excellence.
3. The sense of honor, courage, and patriotism that epitomized those who answered that first call to arms 230 years ago is still indelibly imprinted on our ranks today. In commemorating our anniversary, let us strengthen our ties to the past by paying homage to those who have gone before us. As we honor the sacrifices of our wounded and fallen comrades, our commitment to one another remains unshakable. We take special pride in the actions of the Marines now serving in harm's way, and rededicate ourselves to the service of our nation and our corps.
4. Happy Birthday Marines, Semper Fidelis, and keep attacking!
M.W. Hagee, General, U.S. Marine Corps, Commandant of the Marine Corps.

Posted by: Ogre at 07:04 AM

Comments

1 Hey, Ogre - I've tried once again to trackback to your post but can't get it to work - maybe I need to ditch Haloscan! Anyway, I've liked to this as I mentioned the creation of the Marines by Continental Congress in this morning's post.

Posted by: leftbrainfemale at November 10, 2005 07:55 AM (ywZa8)

2 Okay, nevermind, looks like Haloscan just lies to me when it says it's not recognized!

Posted by: leftbrainfemale at November 10, 2005 07:59 AM (ywZa8)

3 I want to wish you a Happy 230th Birthday Marine and thank you for serving our country. Thank you too for being a part of why this is the land of the free.

Posted by: Wild Thing at November 10, 2005 08:01 AM (tj1zH)

4 Well that was weird. I know the mu.nu servers have really been getting blasted with trackback spam lately, so it might have taken a couple tries to get through -- sorry about that!

And thanks very much for the trackback!

Posted by: Ogre at November 10, 2005 08:02 AM (/k+l4)

5 Thank you very much, Wild Thing!

Posted by: Ogre at November 10, 2005 08:03 AM (/k+l4)

6 I don't think anything could say it better than the USMC's motto "Semper Fi". These men and women are always faithful to us, therefore we must always be faithful to them. God Bless every single Marine (and soldier, sailor, or airman) today, and I think my neighbor's bumper sticker sums up things nicely.....

Born to love, trained to kill, ready to die, but NEVER WILL! Semper Fi!

Thank you again Ogre, and (it may be a day early, but) HAPPY VETERAN'S DAY!

Posted by: The Smoke Eater at November 10, 2005 08:45 AM (y2PwN)

7 "Some people spend an entire lifetime wonderng if they made a difference.

The MARINES don't have that problem."

President Ronald Reagan - 1985

Posted by: Ogre at November 10, 2005 09:17 AM (/k+l4)

8 Sorry, Ogre, my trackback didn't show up either, and I did it manually too!

Posted by: oddybobo at November 10, 2005 09:18 AM (6Gm0j)

9 That's sure weird, Oddy, since you're on the same server. I'm guessing the spammers are just slamming the servers today a lot.

Posted by: Ogre at November 10, 2005 09:23 AM (/k+l4)

10 *Raises glass*

Happy 230th, Ogre!

Looking forward to being able to actually tip a beer with you, instead of this virtual stuff... tastes a little bland, but does the trick!

Posted by: That 1 Guy at November 10, 2005 10:59 AM (Chq9m)

11 Indeed, indeed! I need to win that lottery so I can just tour the states and visit with everyone (and drink a LOT of beer...)

Posted by: Ogre at November 10, 2005 11:09 AM (/k+l4)

12 Ooo-Rah!

Semper Fi Devil!

Posted by: G at November 10, 2005 03:40 PM (x/nGg)

13 Happy Birthday, Big Guy!

Posted by: Bou at November 10, 2005 03:48 PM (5JHEt)

14 Thank you, thank you!

Posted by: Ogre at November 10, 2005 03:56 PM (/k+l4)

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