#OTD in 1929, Congress authorized the construction of the U.S. Navy's first purpose-built aircraft carrier, USS Ranger. The cost to build the Ranger was equivalent to $257 million in 2023. As lead ship in the next generation of carriers, USS Gerald R. Ford cost $13 billion.
#MarineCorps Recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion conduct the Crucible at @MCIWPendletonCA, Jan. 3.
The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they've learned throughout recruit training.
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#Recruits with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, practice the prone shooting position during Grass Week aboard @MCRDPI, Nov. 29, 2022.
Qualifying with the M16A4 Service Rifle instills the concept of “Every Marine a Rifleman”.
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Always Thankful - No Matter Where
As we celebrate #Thanksgiving, Marines take the opportunity to reflect and give thanks. As #Marines, we are family - take care of each other during this holiday season.
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Happy Birthday, Marines!
For 247 years, Marines have fought in any clime and place to defend our nation. Today, we reflect on the legacy of our Corps, and rededicate ourselves to fighting and winning the battles that lie ahead. #SemperFi
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Today, we remember the legendary service and heroism of Sgt. Maj. Daniel Joseph Daly. Daly, who served with the #Marines from 1899 - 1929, was one of seven Marines to earn more than one #MedalofHonor.
Marine Barracks Washington, @MBWDC, welcomes the new official Marine Corps mascot, Recruit Chesty XVI, who will relieve Lance Cpl. Chesty XV.
The English Bulldog became the official mascot of the #Marines after they were referred to as ‘devil dogs’ during World War I.
#OTD in 1965, Lt. Harvey C. Barnum Jr. earned the Medal of Honor for his actions during Operation Harvest Moon in Vietnam.
After the company commander was mortally wounded, Lt. Barnum rallied his Marines for a successful counterattack.
#OTD, we mark 80 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor. Each year, we pause to remember those who perished that day, and those who fought and sacrificed throughout World War II.
On Feb. 23, 1945, Marine Corps Pfc. Ira Hayes, a 22-year-old Pima Indian from Arizona, was one of the six flag raisers in the iconic World War II photo taken atop Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima. He's on the far left side of the picture. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
As one of the six flag raisers on Iwo Jima, Cpl. Ira Hayes continues to inspire generations from his community to serve their country. Thank you for your contribution to the Marine Corps legacy.
Semper Fidelis.
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#Marines practice maneuvers with the Combat Rubber Raiding Craft during the Coxswain Skills Course on White Beach Naval Facility, #Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 29.
The course, lasting 20 training days, teaches students how to safely drive the craft in support of a small boat company.
#OTD in 1921, a casket filled with unidentified remains was interred in its final resting place in Arlington National Cemetery, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier became a national symbol of honor, sacrifice, and ultimate appreciation.
#VeteransDay
Today, we celebrate all brave Americans who, in devotion to our ideals, have worn the cloth of our nation during times of peace and war. We thank veterans past and present for their service and the legacy they have bestowed upon us to uphold. Happy #VeteransDay and #SemperFi