On November 10, 1775, the most furious military fighting force in the United States of America was born in a tavern, they are called United States Marines. “Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you” (Adler, 2016). This essay will cover the history of the birthday, how this tradition has evolved over time and why it is an important part of the Marine Corps.
Birth of the Marine Corps The United States Marine Corps was born on November 10, 1775 in Tun Tavern, located on Philadelphia's historic waterfront. Until 1921 the Marine Corps had been celebrated on another date. On July 11, 1798, President John Adams signed a bill that reestablished the Corps …show more content…
Commandant General Lemuel C. Shepherd Junior in 1952, established the cake cutting ceremony, Lieutenant General John A. LeJeune Birthday Message and the Commandant’s Birthday Message. In 1956 the Marine Corps Birthday Ceremony entered the Marine Corps Drill Manual. The first event came from the 13th Commandant LeJeune thus ordered in Marine Corps Order 47. In that order, his message would be read every November 10. This order referenced the very birth of the Corps, our dominance on the battlefield, the remembrance of the individuals that borne the name “Marine”, and the brotherhood of the …show more content…
Journey into the history and legacy of the nation's most revered expeditionary force. Missions have changed over the years, but what has remained constant since November 10, 1775 is our unyielding commitment to protecting the lives of our citizens, the interests of our nation and other Marines. Honor, Courage, Commitment, they make up the bedrock of the character of each individual Marine. They are the foundation of the Corps. These three values, handed down from generation to generation, have made Marines the Warrior Elite. Like the Marine Corps itself, the annual Birthday Ball has evolved from simple origins to the polished and professional functions of today. This unique holiday for Marine warriors is a day of camaraderie, honoring past generations that built are mystic, and remembering those that gave the ultimate sacrifice. Who could forget Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone who fought courageously in the Pacific campaign in World War II, or the Marines and sailor who raised the flag on Mount Suribachi and letting Japan know we will win this war. This event is everything for our culture as Marines. It is an everlasting event that allows Marines to honor the past, enjoy the present, and look forward to continuing the fighting spirit that we inherit from the Marines dating back to the birth of the
Birth of the Marine Corps The United States Marine Corps was born on November 10, 1775 in Tun Tavern, located on Philadelphia's historic waterfront. Until 1921 the Marine Corps had been celebrated on another date. On July 11, 1798, President John Adams signed a bill that reestablished the Corps …show more content…
Commandant General Lemuel C. Shepherd Junior in 1952, established the cake cutting ceremony, Lieutenant General John A. LeJeune Birthday Message and the Commandant’s Birthday Message. In 1956 the Marine Corps Birthday Ceremony entered the Marine Corps Drill Manual. The first event came from the 13th Commandant LeJeune thus ordered in Marine Corps Order 47. In that order, his message would be read every November 10. This order referenced the very birth of the Corps, our dominance on the battlefield, the remembrance of the individuals that borne the name “Marine”, and the brotherhood of the …show more content…
Journey into the history and legacy of the nation's most revered expeditionary force. Missions have changed over the years, but what has remained constant since November 10, 1775 is our unyielding commitment to protecting the lives of our citizens, the interests of our nation and other Marines. Honor, Courage, Commitment, they make up the bedrock of the character of each individual Marine. They are the foundation of the Corps. These three values, handed down from generation to generation, have made Marines the Warrior Elite. Like the Marine Corps itself, the annual Birthday Ball has evolved from simple origins to the polished and professional functions of today. This unique holiday for Marine warriors is a day of camaraderie, honoring past generations that built are mystic, and remembering those that gave the ultimate sacrifice. Who could forget Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone who fought courageously in the Pacific campaign in World War II, or the Marines and sailor who raised the flag on Mount Suribachi and letting Japan know we will win this war. This event is everything for our culture as Marines. It is an everlasting event that allows Marines to honor the past, enjoy the present, and look forward to continuing the fighting spirit that we inherit from the Marines dating back to the birth of the