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Announcements and Updates / Famous Marine Corps Veterans / Famous Veterans

Happy Heavenly Birthday Lee Powell (1912–1944) | First Lone Ranger & WWII Marine Hero | Famous Veterans

Happy Heavenly Birthday to Sgt. Lee Powell, born July 17, 1912. Before becoming one of Hollywood’s earliest Lone Rangers, Lee Powell proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. Powell enlisted in 1942, rose to the rank of Sergeant, and fought in the legendary Battles of Tarawa and Saipan as part of the 2nd Marine Division.… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / Famous Marine Corps Veterans / Famous Veterans / Marine Corps History / Military History

National Bugs Bunny Day: The Story Behind His Honorary Marine Title 🇺🇸🐰

Today, April 30th, we celebrate National Bugs Bunny Day—but here’s a story you might not know. In the 1943 Super-Rabbit cartoon by Warner Bros., Bugs Bunny finds himself in a tough spot after losing his superpowers. In classic Bugs fashion, he turns the situation into something unforgettable—appearing in a United States Marine Corps uniform while singing the Marines’ Hymn and… Read more

National Bugs Bunny Day: When Bugs Bunny Became an Honorary U.S. Marine 🇺🇸🐰

Today, April 30th, we celebrate National Bugs Bunny Day—but here’s a story you might not know. In the 1943 Super-Rabbit cartoon by Warner Bros., Bugs Bunny finds himself in a tough spot after losing his superpowers. In classic Bugs fashion, he turns the situation into something unforgettable—appearing in a United States Marine Corps uniform while singing the Marines’ Hymn and… Read more

Announcements and Updates / Marine Corps History / Military History

Semper Fi! Happy 250th 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! Check out this very patriotic anthem in celebration of the USMC’s 250th Birthday (YouTube Video) View businesses owned by Marine Corps veterans View United States Marine Corps (USMC) History View United States… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / YouTube Veteran Owned Business Channel

Semper Fi — 250 and Still Strong (U.S. Marine Corps 250th Birthday Tribute Song) 🫡

https://youtu.be/Y222XcnzAoA Celebrate 250 years of courage, honor, and brotherhood with “Semper Fi — 250 and Still Strong” — a powerful tribute to the United States Marine Corps on its historic 250th Birthday. From Tun Tavern in 1775 to today’s global missions, this song honors the Marines—past, present, and future—who embody the spirit of Semper Fidelis. 🎶 Lyrics highlight: “Semper Fi… Read more

250th United States Marine Corps Augusta Veterans Ball

Come celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps with us at the ball! In honor of Master Sergeant Greg Baughman. About this event Government • Military 250th United States Marine Corps Augusta Veterans Ball Come join us for a night of celebration and camaraderie at the Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center located at; 2 10th St, Augusta, GA… Read more
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News / PTSD and TBI / Veterans Medical News

June 27th is National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day!

June 27th Marks PTSD Awareness Day The United States Senate unanimously approved legislation authored by Senator Kent Conrad designating June 27, 2013  as National PTSD Awareness Day. Click here to view our PTSD Resources Section. The event is part of Senator Conrad’s continuing efforts to bring greater awareness to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a severe anxiety disorder often associated with having… Read more