United States Marine Corps celebrates 246th birthday on Wednesday

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Marine Corps is celebrating its 246th birthday on Wednesday.

The U.S. Marine Corps was founded during the American Revolution with the creation of two battalions of Continental Marines in Philadelphia on November 10th, 1775.

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We salute those who have served on this special day.

Thank you for your service now and in years past.


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