Happy 241st Birthday United States Marine Corps!

Today is the 241^st celebration of the founding of the United States Marine Corps.

"On November 10, 1775, the Continental Congress approved the resolution to establish two battalions of Marines able to fight for independence at sea and on shore. This date marks the official formation of the Continental Marines."

1st Commandant: Major Samuel Nicholas (1775-1783)

Here here! Semper Fi!

OO-RAH!