FMF 101 Marine Corps History, Rank Structure, and Courtesies Fundamentals Flashcards
What happened in 1775?
The Marine Corps was created on November 10th 1775 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Tun Tavern by the Continental Congress. Two battalions were raised and Captain Samuel became commander. (Considered the first Commandant of the Marine Corps)
What happened in 1776?
First Marine landing; during the Revolutionary War. They invaded New Providence Island in the Bahamas. They had on leather stocks on their necks resulting the nickname “Leatherneck.”
What happened in 1805?
Marines stormed the Barbary pirates strong hold at Burma on the “Shores of Tripoli” There they raised the “Stars and Stripes” for the first time in the Eastern Hemisphere.
What happened in 1847?
During the Mexican War, Marines occupied the “Halls of Montezuma” during the Battle of Chapultepec in Mexico City. The palace fell to the Marines and they helped take California.
What happened in 1868?
The Marine Corps adopted the Eagle, Global, and Anchor. General Zeilin modified from the Royal Marines depicting Marines as American and maritime. The eagle represents the nation as a whole and the globe and anchor serve as world wide service and sea traditions.
What happened in 1834?
The Marines were organized under the Department of the Navy.
What happen in 1859?
Under the command of Col. Robert E. Lee, U.S. Army, and Marines stormed Harper’s Ferry to put down an attempted slave revolt lead by John Brown.
What happened in 1883?
The official motto of the Marine Corps was adopted. “Semper Fidelis.” (Latin for Always Faithful)
What happened in 1900?
Marines on the Asiatic station defended American Legation in Peking, China during the Boxer Rebellion. Marines protected the Legation Quarter and held out against the Boxers until relief force was able to reach Peking and end the rebellion.
What happened in 1912?
The Marine Corps established its Aviation Unit, Major Alfred A. Cunningham was the first pilot. His first flight was on August 1st 1912.
What happened in 1917?
Marines landed in France. Participated in eight distinct operations, distinguished themselves, were awarded numbers of decorations, among them the French Fourragere. Still worn by 5th and 6th Marines.
What happened in 1933?
The Marine Corps was reorganized into the “Fleet Marine Forces” formally establishing command and administrative relations between the Fleet and the Corps.
What happened in 1965?
Marines landed in South Vietnam, and conducted large scale operations. As well as participated in the Pacification Program designed to win the support of local populace.
In addition, Marines landed in the Dominican Republic in response to attempted coup of the local government. There they evacuated and protected the U.S. citizens.
What happened in 1982?
Marines deployed to Beirut, Lebanon in efforts to restore peace and order. This action displayed “Force in Readiness.”
What happened in 1991?
Operation Desert Storm was launched after Iraqi government refused to comply with United Nations. Marine aviation was heavily used and when bombing failed, Marine ground forces swept in to Kuwait and liberated the country. Causing damage to Iraqi military capabilities.