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10 November 2007
A BIRTHDAY MESSAGE FROM THE COMMANDANT
OF THE MARINE CORPS
Since the birth of our Nation, our liberty has been
purchased by valiant men and women of deep conviction, great
courage, and bold action; the cost has often been in blood
and tremendous sacrifice. As America's sentinels of
freedom, United States Maries are counted among the finest
legions in the chronicles of war. Since 1775, Marines
have marched boldly to the sounds of guns and have fought
fiercely and honorably to defeat the scourge of tyranny and
terror. We are Marines—that
is what we do.
In
the words of President John F. Kennedy: "In the long history
of the world, only a few generations have been granted the
role of defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger."
Magnificent heroes fought in the wheat fields of Belleau
Wood, in the snows of the Chosin, and on the streets of Hue
City. Your generation bears this obligation now, and
it is borne on mighty and capable shoulders, Just like
the Marines at Belleau Wood—we
are once again engaged in sustained operations ashore.
Just like Belleau Wood—Marines have been given the toughest
sector and have prevailed over a resilient and determined
enemy—who has made us pay for our gains. Once again,
as in any struggle, the road ahead is far from certain, but
as Marines, we are not dissuaded by the challenges of war or
the tough conditions of a warrior's life. Indeed, we
don't just accept our destiny—we shape it.
On
our 232nd birthday, to every Marine—those
still in uniform and those who have served honorable in the
past—be proud of who you are and what you do. Know
that your citizenship dues have been paid in full; you are
part of this Nation's elite warrior class. Cherish our
families who offer marvelous support, abiding resolve, and
steadfast patience. Remember those who have served and
those who have fallen—their names are chiseled on the roll
call of America's heroes. Those who have carried the
battle colors of our Corps have forged our heritage, and
today's generation of leathernecks chart our future.
Carry the colors with pride; carry them with honor.
Happy Birthday Marines!
Semper Fidelis,
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