JarHeadJon
Seasoned Expediter
235 years and still going strong!
The new commandant of the Corps, Gen. Jim Amos, congratulated the troops in a recent birthday message, lauding Marines' past heroism and ongoing efforts, particularly in bringing greater stability to Iraq.
"Locations such as Fallujah and Ramadi have taken their place in the illustrious battle history of our Corps. Our efforts in defeating the insurgency helped to build a brighter future for all Iraqis," Amos wrote. "For 235 years, at sea and ashore, Marines have succeeded in every clime and place . . . where hardship and adversity have often been the common thread."
The Marines earned their nickname of "devil dogs" from the Germans they fought during World War I. The Marines' three core values have always been honor, courage and commitment, he continued, which set the branch apart from the other military services.
SO HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALL YOU JARHEADS, LEATHERNECKS, and DEVIL DOGS, wherever the H&LL you are in the world this day!!!!
The new commandant of the Corps, Gen. Jim Amos, congratulated the troops in a recent birthday message, lauding Marines' past heroism and ongoing efforts, particularly in bringing greater stability to Iraq.
"Locations such as Fallujah and Ramadi have taken their place in the illustrious battle history of our Corps. Our efforts in defeating the insurgency helped to build a brighter future for all Iraqis," Amos wrote. "For 235 years, at sea and ashore, Marines have succeeded in every clime and place . . . where hardship and adversity have often been the common thread."
The Marines earned their nickname of "devil dogs" from the Germans they fought during World War I. The Marines' three core values have always been honor, courage and commitment, he continued, which set the branch apart from the other military services.
SO HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALL YOU JARHEADS, LEATHERNECKS, and DEVIL DOGS, wherever the H&LL you are in the world this day!!!!
