Originally Posted December 5, 2024
Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 5th day of December in the history of our beloved Corps:
In 1929, Marine Captain A. N. Parker was the first person to fly over unexplored Antarctica.
In 1942, President Roosevelt orders the end of voluntary enlistments for those 18-37 years old for all services effective in January.
Those 17, or older than 37, are still allowed to enlist.
Thereafter, Marine Liaisons at the draft induction centers work to arrange for draftees who want to serve in the Corps to do so.
In 1945, MAG-22 arrives in the United States from Japan.
Elements of the 5th Marine Division begin sailing for home.
In 1967, during the period 5 through 12 December, the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines (2/7) participated in OPERATION PITT, a search and destroy operation in the Quang Nam Province.
In 1973, (Sir, Yes sir, Ma’am, Sir, Ma’am. Something like that) ’the Marine Corps becomes the last of the services to change its regulations in order to allow women to command units made up mostly of men.
Saepius Exertus, Semper Fidelis, Frater Infinitas!
Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever!
-Richard W. Pettengill, Corporal USMC
And damn proud of it!