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 Registered: 24 January 2005
Posts: 3077
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The Commandant of the Marine Corps'
2005 Birthday Message 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 Lejeune’s message reminds us, the ensuing generations of Marines would come to signify 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. This past year has been one of continuous combat operations overseas and distinguished service here at home—a year of challenges that have brought 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 in the 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. The sense of honor, courage, and patriotism that epitomized those who answered that first call to arms two hundred and thirty 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. Happy Birthday, Marines. Semper Fidelis, and Keep Attacking! M. W. Hagee General, U.S. Marine Corps SEMPER FI The Gunny PROUD TO BE AN INFIDEL Those who live by the sword get shot by those who don’t. “The Meek shall inherit the earth….after I’m through with it.” Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak. |
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Location: Earth
Registered: 12 November 2005
Posts: 4
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Happy 230th Marines! Semper Fi and Oorah!
"Marines I see as two breeds, Rottweilers or Dobermans, because Marines come in two varieties, big and mean, or skinny and mean. They're aggressive on the attack and tenacious on defense. They've got really short hair and they always go for the throat." [RAdm. "Jay" R. Stark, USN; 10 November 1995] -Second Amendment: A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. -What counts is not the size of the man in the fight, its the size of the fight in the man.-Dwight D. Eisenhower -Older men declare war. But it is the youth that must fight and die.-Herbert Hoover |
"Curmudgeon" Location: Washtenaw County, Michigan
Registered: 21 January 2005
Posts: 1799
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My best wishes and many happy returns!
There would be no world as we know it today without our Marines. "It is fatal to enter any war without the will to win it" DOUGLAS MacARTHUR, 1952 |
 Registered: 03 February 2005
Posts: 126
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And many happy returns...
How was the Marine Corps Ball, Gunny? |
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Registered: 24 January 2005
Posts: 3077
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It was pretty good. The Marine Air Group here rented out an entire hotel and casino up in Nevada. Finally starting to get my personality back.
SEMPER FI The Gunny PROUD TO BE AN INFIDEL Those who live by the sword get shot by those who don’t. “The Meek shall inherit the earth….after I’m through with it.” Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak. |
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