⸻ On November 10, 2025 , the United States Marine Corps celebrates its 250th birthday —a milestone that honors not only a fighting force but an enduring brotherhood built on the principles of honor, courage, and commitment . For two and a half centuries, Marines have stood as America’s shield, its vanguard, and its conscience in the face of adversity. ⸻ A Legacy Born in 1775 The Marine Corps was born on November 10, 1775 , when the Continental Congress established two battal