Our nation exists because of our armed forces.
In 2025, the U.S. Marine Corps, Army and Navy all celebrated their 250th anniversary. As we get ready to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, we should begin our yearlong celebration in 2026 by first honoring the service members who have ensured our freedom for the past 250 years.
For the U.S. Marine Corps, Nov. 10 marked the 250th anniversary of the day when initial recruits were sworn in at Tun Tavern in Philadelphia. From that first day in 1775 through today, Marines have been defined by courage, sacrifice and service — values that have helped forge our nation and continue to define it…