Happy 245th Birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps

[Briana Hartzell USAA]

Happy 245th Birthday U.S. Marine Corps! 

 

  

To celebrate the 245th birthday of the United States Marine Corps we are highlighting some of the colloquialisms and sayings used by the Marines as well as a few quotes that illustrate the Marine Corps attitude and accomplishments. 

  

I would be remiss not to start with Oorah! The battle cry, affirmation, catch all phrase of the United States Marine Corps. It means “Yes”, it means “Let’s Go” and “Go Get Em”! 

  

Semper Gumby: A play on the motto “Semper Fidelis” (Latin for Always Faithful), Semper Gumby illustrates the flexible and often changing nature of the job/lifestyle. 

  

Go Fasters: Tennis shoes. 

  

Ya Rog: Yes, got it. 

  

Devil Dog (Tuefel Hunden): Nickname, earned by the Germans, given to Marines who fought at the Battle of Belleau Wood in June 1918. 

  

Here are a few quotes about Marines and the Marine Corps: 

  

The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the United States Marine Corps! Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady of the United States, 1945 

  

I love the Corps for those intangible possessions that cannot be issued: pride, honor, integrity, and being able to carry on the traditions for generations of warriors past.  Cpl. Jeff Sornig, USMC; in Navy Times, November 1994 

  

You cannot exaggerate about the Marines. They are convinced to the point of arrogance, that they are the most ferocious fighters on earth- and the amusing thing about it is that they are.  Father Kevin Keaney, 1st Marine Division, Chaplain, Korean War 

  

Marines I see as two breeds, Rottweilers or Dobermans, because Marines come in two varieties, big and mean, or skinny and mean. They’re aggressive on the attack and tenacious on defense. They’ve got really short hair and they always go to for the throat. 

RAdm. “Jay” R. Stark, USN; 10 November 1995 

“We’re surrounded. That simplifies the problem.” Lewis B. “Chesty” Puller. Battle of Chosin Reservoir – December 1950 

  

What is your favorite Marine Corps phrase or quote? Share in the comments along with a birthday shout out! 

  

Happy Birthday wherever you are! 

Related Information: 

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History of the USMC Birthday - Video 

Career Lessons from the US Marine Corps Veterans 

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[Capt Awesome]

Thanks for the birthday greetings. Let's do it again next year. :P

[Briana Hartzell USAA]

I agree- maybe make it a habit? :)

Have a great day!