We have a “Maureen” in our family, my daughter, who has a birthday coming up in a couple of months.
But today is a very special day for a very DIFFERENT kind of “Marine”. I’m talking about the men and women who are “the few, the proud and the brave”, the United States Marine Corps.
During the American Revolution, a committee from our Continental Congress gathered at a tavern in Philadelphia, resulting in a resolution written to authorize a special type of soldier. This special soldier was charged with fighting for our independence.. not on land, but at sea and along our shores. On November 10, 1775, that resolution was approved, creating the small, dedicated group of people who continue to serve our country with their unique mission and spirit blogs.asburyseminary.edu.
The United States Marine Corps is 236 years old today!
One of my favorite Marines is a coworker who served as a Marine for 36 years, retiring 7 years ago from active duty. She runs the clinical laboratory where I work. Another is a retired drill instructor who lives in Texas.
Why not take a minute today to recognize those veterans in your life who are Marines? Call or email them to wish them a Happy Birthday and help them celebrate!
