USMC

The Few. The Proud. The Marines. The United States Marines have defended and fought for the American people since before the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence. Congress authorized two battalions of Marines on November 10, 1775 - the official birth of the Marine Corps. Since its inception, the Marine Corps has celebrated a legacy unlike any other. Its force is rich in history and traditions - upholding three core values that are at the soul of its institution: honor, courage and commitment. The Marine emblem - Eagle, Globe and Anchor - symbolizes distant service under the American eagle by air, land and sea, representing our nation's interests "in every clime and place." The symbol was adopted in 1868 and is perhaps the most recognized insignia in the world. Disclaimer -I've plagiarized all of the text below. Thanks to all of the websites (too many to name) that I found said info on! Hey, at least I admit I'm a thief! O
U.S. Marine Corps Sniper The group of men that lay their lives on the line for you and your country...the United States Marine Corps Scouts and Snipers. Using the M40A1 they sneak up on the enemy and kill without ever being seen. Watch your back. One Shot, one kill. Semper Fidelis.



Viet Nam conflict, Khe Sanh 1968
	On January 21, 1968; nine days before the Tet offensive; tens of thousands of North Vietnamese regulars began the siege of Khe Sanh. An initial force of about 6,000 US Marines held them off, receiving reinforcements during Operation PEGASUS while extremely concentrated bombing began through Operation NIAGARA. Although Khe Sanh was a diversionary battle in the larger Tet offensive, it was one of the largest set-piece battles in the entire war. As one of the biggest, longest and most careful battles fought by the United States, it provides examples of air power in many different contexts.


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