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It wasn’t until July 11, 1798, that Congress established a service known as the United States Marine Corps under the command of the Navy. The act passed by the 5th Congress and signed into law by President John Adams created the nearly 900-man strong Marine Corps, which consisted of one major, four captains, 28 lieutenants, about 100 sergeants, and corporals, and more than 700 privates.
And for the next 123 years, the Marine Corps recognized its birthday as July 11. As the History Division notes, “an unidentified newspaper clipping from 1918 refers to the celebration of the 120th birthday of the Marine Corps on July 11 ‘as usual with no fuss.'”
Bonus from his newsletter. Ever wonder if all those pockets on European field jackets actually had a designated use? I have (with the Brit jacket being super popular). Well he posted some pics that give us the rundown. The Army or Marines should design a windbreaker style jacket to the same standard that can be worn in all climes. Would make first line gear more accessible and always on the body.
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