Originally Posted November 11, 2024
Armistice Day
World War I ended on the
11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of the year.
Good morning Leathernecks, and on this the 11th day of November in the history of our beloved Corps:
In 1775, Marines in Defense (South Carolina Navy) participate in the action against British ships Tamar and Cherokee at Charleston, South Carolina.
In 1847, a show of force by 600 Marines and sailors from the Congress, the Cyane, and the razee Independence causes the Mexican army to abandon Mazatlán.
In 1918, at 1100, an armistice goes into effect, and World War I comes to an end.
Of the roughly 32,000 Marines who served in France, 2,459 died as a result of action, 8,907 were wounded, and 25 had been taken prisoner.
In 1942, elements of the 2nd and 8th Marines and the 164th Infantry pull back from the Point Cruz area to the eastern side of the Matanikau in preparation for an anticipated Japanese assault on the main American perimeter.
The 2nd Raider Battalion engages Japanese forces at Asamama.
In 1956, BLT 3/3 on Okinawa is dispatched for Port Lyautey to further reinforce the base as tensions rise due to the Suez crisis.
Before the Marines make it to the Mediterranean, a ceasefire ends the fighting in Egypt and BLT 3/3 is diverted to a tour of Asian ports.
Saepius Exertus, Semper Fidelis, Frater Infinitas!
Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever!
-Richard W. Pettengill, Corporal USMC
And damn proud of it!