U.S. Marines πΊπΈ
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Two Marine Corps veterans running the feed, honoring the USMC legacy and keeping the spirit alive. For all things official, see @USMC
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π¨ VP Cpl Vance didnβt miss at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball β βthe most important war-fighting tech isnβt a jet, a drone, or AIβ¦ itβs a United States Marine.β 250 years later, weβre still the gold standard. Happy Birthday, Marines! π¦
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What is everyone's plans for our 250th birthday tomorrow?
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Happy 250th birthday weekend to our beloved Marine Corps. Remember ladies and gents, do not drink and drive and always keep your honor clean. Semper Fi Marines! #USMC #since1775 #Marines250 πΊ π»
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"The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another." ~ William James #since1775 #Marines #NationalStressAwarenessDay
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Today is Navy Day. It is an annual observance every October 27th to honor and recognize the men and women of the U.S. Navy. #since1775 #NavyDay
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#OTD 19 Oct 1968: The U.S. Marine Corps ended Operation Maui Peak in Vietnam, a 13 year old operation near An Hoa that resulted in over 300 enemy casualties.
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#OTD 14 October 1918: Gunnery Sergeant Robert G. Robinson was awarded the Medal of Honor for his extraordinary heroism in aerial combat over Belgium during WWI.
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#OTD 9 October 1917: The 8th Marines was activated at Quantico, Virginia. Although the regiment would not see combat in Europe during World War I, the officers and enlisted men of the 8th Marines participated in operations against dissidents in Haiti for over five years during
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Leadership mindset requires accepting responsibility for outcomes beyond your direct control. #USMC #since1775 #Marines #MondayMotivation #Leadership
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To all our moms who have lost a son or daughter, we honor and remember their ultimate sacrifice. #USMC #since1775 #Marines #GoldStarMothersDay β
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27 September 1944: The American flag was raised over Peleliu, Palau Islands, at the 1st Marine Division Command Post. Although the flag raising symbolized that the island was secured, pockets of determined Japanese defenders continued to fight on.
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