Semper Fidelis to all Marines
New York Marine Corps League Detachment No.1
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About Marine Corps League Detachment No. 1
Our Mission
At Marine Corp League Detachment No. 1, our goal is to promote the interest and to preserve traditions of the United States Marine Corps; strengthen the fraternity of Marines and their families; serve Marines, FMF Corpsmen, and FMF Chaplains who wear or have worn the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor; and foster the ideals of Americanism and patrio;c volunteerism.
Our History
Since our founding in 1922, Marine Corp League Detachment No. 1 has been at the forefront of training and preparing Marines for the challenges they face. We have a proud history of service and dedication to our country.
Our Detachment
We are a Detachment who are trying to rebuild and promote the oldest Detachment in the Marine Corps League. Come Join us in this exciting rebuilding time. We are currently seeking new members to join us, to help us and to extend our Marine Corp Family. For more information please email, call or text us.
Marine Corps League New York Detachment No. 1
Membership Requirements
That you are currently serving or have served honorably in the United States Marine Corps, "ON ACTIVE DUTY," for not less than ninety(90) days and earned the Eagle, Globe and Anchor;*or have served or am currently serving in the United States Marine Corps Reserve and have earned no less than ninety (90) Reserve Retirement Credit Points; or that you have served or am currently serving as a U.S. Navy FMF Sailor who has
earned the FMF Device or FMF Ribbon. If discharged, you are in receipt of a DD Form 214 or a Certificate of Discharge indicating "Honorable Service". ("Honorable Service" will be defined by the last DD Form 214 or Certificate of Discharge that the applicant received). General Discharge under Honorable Conditions is acceptable.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: "The Eagle, Globe and
Anchor emblem and the name Marine
Corps® are registered trademarks of
the United States Marine Corps.
The Marine Corps League and its
subordinate organizations support the
United States Marine Corps and its
veterans, however it is not
officially connected to or endorsed by
the United States Marine Corps, and
the name and emblem are used with
permission."
Marine Corps League Proud History
Marine Corps Motto & Slogans
The Marine Corps has a long and illustrious history dating back to November 10, 1775. Over the years Marines have picked up nicknames like "Devil Dog" and "Leatherneck" and have adopted phrases "Semper Fidelis," "the Few, the Proud," and "Esprit de Corps." From the Marines' Hymn to the famous Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem
United States Marine Corps - 1775 to 1800 - A Short History
A Few Good Men: On 20 March 1779 in Boston, Capt. William Jones, USMC, advertised for "a few good men" to enlist in the Corps for naval duty. The term seemed ideally suited for Marines, mainly because of the implication that "a few" good men would be enough. This term has survived for over 200 years and has been synonymous with U.S. Marines ever since.
First to Fight
Marines have been in the forefront of every American war since the founding of the Corps. They have carried out over 300 landings on foreign shores. They have served everywhere, from the poles to the tropics. Their record of readiness reflects pride, responsibility and challenge.
The Few. The Proud.
"The Few. The Proud. The Marines." has been used by the Marine Corps since 1977. It won a place on Madison Avenue's Advertising Walk of Fame during Advertising Week 2007. "This slogan reflects the unique character of the Marine Corps and underscores the high caliber of those who join and serve their country as Marines," said Maj. Gen. Richard T. Tryon, commanding general
We are United States Marines, and for two and a quarter centuries we have defined the standards of courage, esprit, and military prowess. [Gen. James L. Jones, USMC (CMC); 10 November 2000]