Vancouver VFW Post 7824 Honors
United States Marine Corps 251st Birthday
Honoring 251 years of service, sacrifice, readiness, and faithful commitment to the United States of America.
Semper Fidelis Always Faithful
Marine Corps anniversary facts
- 1775 Corps Established
- 251 Years of Service
- 2026 Continuing the Legacy
Birthday Message
Happy Birthday, Marines
marks the 251st birthday of the United States Marine Corps.
Since its founding in 1775, the Marine Corps has built a proud legacy of courage, discipline, readiness, and devotion to duty. Across generations, Marines have answered the nation's call at home and around the world.
On this anniversary, we recognize Marines past and present and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. Their courage, loyalty, and service remain an enduring part of the Marine Corps legacy.
To every Marine and Marine Corps veteran, VFW Post 7824 extends its gratitude, respect, and warmest birthday wishes.
A Proud History
More Than Two and a Half Centuries of Service
The Marine Corps has served the nation since 1775 while maintaining traditions that connect generations of Marines.
The Corps Is Established
On , the Second Continental Congress authorized two battalions of Marines for service with the fleet.
The Birthday Tradition
Marine Corps Order No. 47 established November 10 as the annual observance of the Marine Corps birthday and directed that the Corps' history and traditions be commemorated each year.
Years of Service
In 2026, Marines commemorate 251 years of service, sacrifice, readiness, and commitment to the defense of the United States.
Semper Fidelis
The Marine Corps motto means "Always Faithful” and reflects an enduring commitment to the Corps, fellow Marines, and the nation.
Marine Corps Core Values
Honor, Courage, and Commitment
These core values guide the character, conduct, and responsibilities expected of every Marine.
Honor
Acting with integrity, accepting responsibility, respecting others, and remaining accountable for one's words and actions.
Courage
Facing fear, adversity, and difficult decisions with moral, mental, and physical strength.
Commitment
Maintaining dedication to the mission, the Corps, fellow Marines, the nation, and the pursuit of excellence.
A Message from Post 7824
To Every Marine and Marine Corps Veteran
Once a Marine, always a Marine.
The bond shared by Marines continues beyond active service. It is a lifelong connection built through service, sacrifice, discipline, tradition, and commitment to country.
VFW Post 7824 also recognizes the families whose support and sacrifices have stood beside generations of Marines.
Happy 251st Birthday, United States Marine Corps!
Commandant's Birthday Message
Visit the official Commandant of the Marine Corps birthday page for the annual Marine Corps birthday message and related information.
Visit the Official Birthday PageOfficial Marine Corps Core Values
Learn more about the Marine Corps core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment.
Review the Core ValuesSemper Fidelis , Marines
Vancouver VFW Post 7824 proudly honors the Marines and Marine Corps veterans whose service, sacrifice, and faithful commitment have helped defend our nation and preserve its freedoms.
