The U.S. Marine Corps was created on November 10, 1775. It is a combined-arms task force known for its focus on aggressiveness and the offensive. The Marines have been central in developing groundbreaking tactics for maneuver warfare; they can be credited with the development of helicopter insertion doctrine and modern amphibious assault.
There are approximately 194,000 Marines actively serving today, with another 40,000 Marines serving in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves.
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One of the Marine Corps' Most Iconic Enlisted Leaders Just Retired
A Navy Cross recipient who overcame grievous war wounds to continue to lead Marines on active duty has finally retired.
Marine Battalion Commander Relieved During Middle East Deployment
Lt. Col. Marcus Mainz was abruptly relieved in the middle of a deployment in the U.S. 5th Fleet.
Marines to Conduct Controlled Burn at Camp Pendleton
The Marine Corps will join forces with the Los Angeles Fire Department to conduct a controlled burn over 170 acres.
Marines Make Changes After Data of 164,000 People Lost on Okinawa
The Marine Corps has changed the way it handles personal info after a servicemember lost a disk with the data of 164K people.
Lyft to Launch Camp Pendleton Ride-Hail Program
A new Lyft feature is making it easier for people to travel from and around Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.
Marines Bolster Security at US Embassies as Dozens Killed in Gaza
The Pentagon sent Marines to bolster security at American compounds overseas, military officials said Monday.
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