The Us Marine History
The United States Military has been around for nearly three centuries and has given America hope and possibilities all throughout. The military is one of the oldest institutions in American History, dating back to 1775 with the birth of the Continental Army. Since then four more branches of the military have been established and have defended the country in wars, such as the Civil War, WWI, WWII, and the Vietnam War.
The oldest branch of the military is the Army. Established on June 14, 1775, The Second Continental Congress formed the Continental Army as a means for the thirteen colonies to fight Great Britain. George Washington was elected Commander-In-Chief of the still forming Army and would soon lead the colonies to victory and independence from Britain. The army is the key component to the U.S. Armed Forces as they provide land forces wherever and whenever they're needed. They train and equip soldiers to create leaders that respond rapidly to any threat against the country. They are also many jobs to take in the Army field such as Linguists, Automobile Mechanics, and Hygienist. ‘This We’ll Defend’
‘Non Sibi Sed Patriae, Not for self but for country’. Since its birth on October 13, 1775, the Navy has been involved in …show more content…
The Marines’ motto is ‘Semper Fidelis’ meaning ‘always loyal’ or ‘always faithful’. Their logo the eagle, the globe, and the anchor represents what they fight for. While each other branch has their own section to fight the enemy the Marines go all over. The air(the eagle), the water(the anchor), and the land. The Marines is a Department of the Navy. An inside joke amongst the soldiers is that The Marines are the Men’s Department of the Navy. Some careers along the Marines branch are Army Judge, Band Officer, Financial Manager, and Air Defense Artillery
The oldest branch of the military is the Army. Established on June 14, 1775, The Second Continental Congress formed the Continental Army as a means for the thirteen colonies to fight Great Britain. George Washington was elected Commander-In-Chief of the still forming Army and would soon lead the colonies to victory and independence from Britain. The army is the key component to the U.S. Armed Forces as they provide land forces wherever and whenever they're needed. They train and equip soldiers to create leaders that respond rapidly to any threat against the country. They are also many jobs to take in the Army field such as Linguists, Automobile Mechanics, and Hygienist. ‘This We’ll Defend’
‘Non Sibi Sed Patriae, Not for self but for country’. Since its birth on October 13, 1775, the Navy has been involved in …show more content…
The Marines’ motto is ‘Semper Fidelis’ meaning ‘always loyal’ or ‘always faithful’. Their logo the eagle, the globe, and the anchor represents what they fight for. While each other branch has their own section to fight the enemy the Marines go all over. The air(the eagle), the water(the anchor), and the land. The Marines is a Department of the Navy. An inside joke amongst the soldiers is that The Marines are the Men’s Department of the Navy. Some careers along the Marines branch are Army Judge, Band Officer, Financial Manager, and Air Defense Artillery