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  1. 10 November 1775

    The history of the United States Marine Corps (USMC) begins with the founding of the Continental Marines on 10 November 1775 to conduct ship-to-ship fighting, provide shipboard security and discipline enforcement, and assist in landing forces. Its mission evolved with changing military doctrine and foreign policy of the United States.
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  6. United States Marine Corps - Encyclopedia Britannica

    2 days ago · The Marine Corps was founded on November 10, 1775, when the Continental Congress ordered that two battalions of Marines be raised for service as landing forces with the fleet. Marines have participated in all wars of the …

  7. The Guidebook for Marines - Marine Corps Association

    Learn about the history, customs and courtesies, and terminology of the Marine Corps. An essential starting point for all Marines, officer and enlisted, as they begin their transformation.

  8. United States Marine Corps - Wikipedia

    The history of the Marine Corps began when two battalions of Continental Marines were formed on 10 November 1775 in Philadelphia as a service branch of infantry troops capable of fighting both at sea and on shore. [14]

  9. Marine Corps History Division - MCU

    The Historical Resources Branch (formerly known as History Division Archives) collects, preserves, and provides access to primary source documentation pertaining to the history of the United States Marine Corps. It supports Marine …