Can you explain the reference to Montezuma in the Marines' Hymn? The Montezuma reference dates back to the Mexican-American War (1846-48), specifically a battle on Sept. 13, 1847. The main defensive ...

Marines tell the American people they're the few and the proud who uphold honor, courage and commitment -- and leathernecks need to start meeting that expectation, their top officer said this week.

From the halls of Montezuma, To the shores of Tripoli, We fight our country’s battles In the air, on land, and sea. First to ...

In a stirring celebration of 250 years of valor, “The Commandant’s Own” Drum and Bugle Corps and the U.S. Fleet Marine Composite Band united to perform The Marines’ Hymn at the Strathmore gala. The ...

Thirty-eight years ago, President Ronald Reagan designated August 14 National Navajo Code Talkers Day, in honor of the American Indians who joined the Marine Corps in World War II and lent their ...

One of the many things that differentiates Marines from other service members is their overwhelming sense of heritage. History is important to the Corps, evidence of which is at every turn. The ...

U.S. Marines raised U.S. flag over shores of Tripoli on this day in history, April 27, 1805 Marines marched 400 miles from Alexandria, Egypt, to secure critical victory over pirate states in the ...

Monday marks an important date in military history. 250 years ago, John Adams drafted a resolution that created what was then ...

The National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle celebrated the corps' semiquincentennial – also the museum's 19th ...

Lynn celebrates 250 years of Marine Corps service with a ceremony, flag raising, and speeches from local dignitaries and veterans.