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SemperFidelisNoah: February 2015
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Saturday, February 28, 2015. A Brief History Of The Boston Navy Yard And The Marine Barracks. By Peter A. McDonald - Originally Published May 1932. In the early days the yard was enclosed on the land side with a strong granite wall some twelve feet in height, the top of which was covered with broken bottles to prevent people from climbing over it. A section of this wall has recently collapsed and has been replaced with a steel picket fence of equal height. In 1813, and the latest the. The U S. S. The Maj...
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SemperFidelisNoah: April 2015
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Tuesday, April 28, 2015. Mother's Day is a modern celebration honoring one's own mother, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in the months of March or May. It complements similar celebrations honoring family members, such as Father's Day and Siblings Day. Jarvis's holiday was adopted by other countries and it is now celebrated all over the world. Dates around the world. Ex-communist coun...
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SemperFidelisNoah: June 2014
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Sunday, June 15, 2014. Happy 238th Birthday America. Independence Day events since birth. On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence, announcing the colonies' separation from Great Britain. The Constitution provides the legal and governmental framework for the United States, however, the Declaration, with its eloquent assertion "all Men are created equal," is equally beloved by the American people. Down South the celebration was much the same....
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SemperFidelisNoah: October 2014
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Friday, October 31, 2014. History of the United States Marine Corps Hymn. The Corps will be 239 years old on 10 November 2014 Happy Birthday Marines. The "Marines' Hymn" is the official hymn of the United States Marine Corps. It is the oldest official song in the United States military. The "Marines' Hymn" is typically sung at the position of attention as a gesture of respect. However, the third verse is also used as a toast during formal events, such as the birthday ball and other ceremonies. NOTE: Noah...
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SemperFidelisNoah: August 2014
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Friday, August 22, 2014. The History of Labor Day. Labor Day: What it Means. Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. Founder of Labor Day. The First Labor Day. The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, i...
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SemperFidelisNoah: July 2015
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Saturday, July 25, 2015. My First Marine Division. The Guadalcanal Campaign, also known as the Battle of Guadalcanal and codenamed Operation Watchtower by Allied forces, was a military campaign fought between 7 August 1942 and 9 February 1943 on and around the island of Guadalcanal in the Pacific theatre of World War II. It was the first major offensive by Allied forces against the Empire of Japan. Sunday, July 5, 2015. Jim Webb is best qualified to lead our nation in 2017. Webb earned appointment to the...
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SemperFidelisNoah: January 2015
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Sunday, January 25, 2015. The Marine Corps Medal of Honor Recipient. Featuring Marine Medal of Honor Recipients From WWII-Korea-Viet Nam And Iraqi Freedom. HERSHEL W. WILLIAMS. United States Marine Corps Reserve. CORPORAL HERSHEL W. WILLIAMS. UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS RESERVE. HARRY S. TRUMAN. During July and August 1944 he participated in action against the Japanese at Guam, and in October he rejoined Company C. His next campaign was at Iwo Jima where he earned the Medal of Honor. Landing on 21 Februar...
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SemperFidelisNoah: November 2014
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Friday, November 28, 2014. American Rallying Cries (Remember Pearl Harbor). 8220;Remember the Alamo” was the Texan’s rallying cry during their war with the Mexicans. The Mexicans laid siege on the small Texan mission and eventually massacred everyone inside. This lack of mercy served to unite the Texans against the hated Mexicans, justifying any act of retribution they could deliver. 8220;Remember Pearl Harbor” was the American rallying cry during World War II. The Japanese launched a surprise ...Even af...
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SemperFidelisNoah: July 2014
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Tuesday, July 22, 2014. Ryan M. Pitts. Pitts was awarded the Medal on July 21, 2014 for actions on July 13, 2008 during the Battle of Wanat. As part of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, Sgt. Pitts served as a Forward Observer. Along with Salvatore Guinta and Kyle J. White, Pitts is the third recipient of the Medal of Honor from 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment. Pitts was medically discharged in 2009. Staff Sergeant Pitt's awards and decorations include the Medal of Honor. W/ "V" Device, Purple Heart.