Originally Posted on September 27, 2024 Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 27th day of September in the history of our beloved Corps: In 1777, the frigate Delaware and her Marines are driven onto a shoal in the Delaware River as they fight with British batteries guarding the approaches to Philadelphia (now occupied by the British). The ship is captured, but many of the Marines are able to escape.

Originally Posted on September 26, 2024 Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 26th day of September in the history of our beloved Corps: In 1863, the battalion on Morris Island moves to Folly Island to guard the anchorage for the squadron blockading Charleston, SC. In 1919, Squadron A of the former 1st Marine Aviation Force arrives in Quantico after closing down activities at the former Marine Flying Field in

Originally Posted on September 25, 2024 Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 25th day of September in the history of our beloved Corps: In 1862, Marines reoccupy the Pensacola Navy Yard. In 1918, the 2nd Division is transferred to the French Fourth Army. In 1942, Elements of VMF-121 arrive on Guadalcanal. The 13th Defense Battalion is organized at Guantanamo Bay. In 1943, elements of I MAC establish a forward

Originally Posted on September 24, 2024 During the 24th of September 1966 in the history of our beloved Corps: In 1966, during the 24th of September, the 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines (2/1) participated in OPERATION COFFEE, a search and destroy in the Quang Nam Province. Saepius Exertus, Semper Fidelis, Frater Infinitas! Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever! -Richard W. Pettengill, Corporal USMC And damn proud of it!

Originally Posted on September 23, 2024 Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 23rd day of September in the history of our beloved Corps: In 1776, Continental Marines were ordered to reinforce General George Washington in New York. In 1779, Captain John Paul Jones’s flagship Bonhomme Richard engages the British frigate Serapis off Flamborough Head, Great Britain. In bitter fighting, both ships are badly damaged and more than 250 men

Originally Posted September 22, 2024 Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 22nd day of September in the history of our beloved Corps: In 1776, the Providence and her Marines raid Canso Harbor, Nova Scotia, then strike at Isle Madame the next day, destroying fishing boats. In 1855, a landing party of Marines and sailors from the John Adams seizes the king on Viti Levu Island and convinces him to

Originally Posted September 21, 2024 Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 21st day of September in the history of our beloved Corps: In 1776, the Providence and her Marines raid Canso Harbor, Nova Scotia, then strike at Isle Madame the next day, destroying fishing boats. In 1899, a second battalion of 16 officers and 362 enlisted Marines reinforces Cavite in the Philippines. In 1944, the 7th Marines assume responsibility

Originally Posted September 20, 2024 Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 20th day of September in the history of our beloved Corps: In 1776, Marines participate in the action between the sloop Providence and the British frigate Milford. Although surprised while the crew is fishing, the smaller American ship is able to escape in a day of expert sailing. In 1856, Marines and seamen from the St. Mary and