Category: Marine Corps History

Marine Corps History. Events, news and more specific to the United States Marines and the history of Marine Corps warfare.

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2025 Memorial Day Message

In honor of our fallen military brothers and sisters this Memorial Day… may we never forget what was given for our freedom! Memorial Day: Honor | Remembrance | Reflection With a constant barrage of commercials and ads touting Memorial Day Weekend discounts on cars, cheap furniture and more, it’s easy for many Americans to be distracted from our understanding for the… Read more
Military Appreciation Month 2025

National Military Appreciation Month | May 2025

National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM), as designated by Congress, provides a period encompassing both the history and recognition of our armed services with an in-depth look at the diversity of its individuals and achievements. It allows Americans to educate each generation on the historical impact of our military through the participation of the community with those who serve encouraging patriotism… Read more
POW/MIA

National Former POW Recognition Day – April 9th

April 9th is designated by Congress as the Presidentially proclaimed observance of National Former POW Recognition Day. On this day we honor the American servicemen and women who experienced unimaginable trials and profound cruelty as prisoners of war. On April 9, 1942 United States forces surrendered on the Bataan Peninsula, beginning the Bataan Death March. This event was the forcible… Read more
National Vietnam War Veterans Day 50th Commemoration Display at the Orlando Florida VAMC Screenshot

National Vietnam War Veterans Day 50th Commemoration Display at the Orlando Florida VAMC

During a recent medical appointment at the Lake Nona Veteran Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in Orlando, Florida, I wandered through its expansive and remarkable facility. Amid my exploration, I discovered an elaborate and deeply patriotic exhibit commemorating the 50th anniversary of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, also known as Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. Behind the display stood a smaller… Read more

Obtaining A Veteran’s Service Records (DD214 and Other Documents)

Special Notice Regarding Service Record Requests The National Personnel Records Center responds to over 1.4 million requests annually for copies of military personnel and/or medical records. Their goal is to provide timely responses in an efficient manner, so that veterans and their families obtain the information needed to qualify for benefits and entitlements. Nearly half of all requesters seek only… Read more

Semper Fi! Happy 249th Birthday United States Marine Corps!

We say a special “thank you” to our brothers and sisters who have and continue to serve in the United States Marine Corps Thank you for your service! View businesses owned by Marine Corps veterans View United States Marine Corps (USMC) History View United States Marine Corps Quotes A Tribute To The USMC The United States Marine Corps (USMC) is a branch… Read more
"It Is The Veteran" Poem

It Is The Veteran – Read This Veterans Day Poem!

Please “like” and “share” if you agree! This poem is at the heart of why we launched Veteran Owned Business 16 years ago. Anyone can put a sticker on a window saying “we support our troops/veterans” but if you really want to show your support for those who served (and continue to serve) our great nation, make an effort to… Read more