“A good Navy is not a provocation to war. It is the surest guaranty of peace.” – Theodore Roosevelt “I can imagine no more rewarding a career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and […]

The United States Marine Corps Birthday is an American holiday celebrated every year on 10 November with a traditional ball and cake-cutting ceremony. On that day in 1775, the Continental Marines were established. Historical birthday Tun Tavern, “birthplace” of the Marine Corps The official birthday of the United States Marine Corps is on 10 November 1775. That was the day when the Second Continental Congress established the Continental Marines with […]

Veterans Day is a Federal Holiday meant to honor United States veterans and active-duty military personnel. Established in 1919 by President Woodrow Wilson, the holiday was originally celebrated as ” Armistice Day,” commemorating the end of World War I and honoring all those who fought in it. Veterans Day Fast Facts