Today marks the 245th anniversary of one of the world's greatest fighting forces, the United States Marine Corps.
Today's Corps traces its roots back to the Continental Marines of the American Revolution. It was formed by Captain Samuel Nicholas by resolution of the Second Continental Congress on 10 November 1775, hence today's birthday.
Nicholas was authorized to raise two battalions of Marines, and that was the beginning.
Happy BD, Jarheads!!! --CootJar
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