Yes for those of you who may not know. The US Marines were 'born' 10 Nov, 1775 at Tun Tavern in Philadelphia, PA. Every year current, and former Marines ( like myself ) celebrate this birthday. not to mention the celebrations at the 'official' Marine Corps Ball, and cake cutting ceremonies.
Many active Marines have even scored dates with celebrities on their arm as they attend. While I never had a celeb on my arm, I do have memories of the multiple Balls I attended during my 21 years in uniform. However, my celebrations of late are much simpler. A simple small cake with red, and yellow piping frosting about the top, and four 'children' candles displaying 1775 to blow out. Then a simple toast with a scotch old enough to order itself.
How fitting this years remembrance of Veterans Day coincidences with the Marine Corps Birthday.
Happy Birthday Marines.
~Semper Fi
And happy Veterans Day and all that. One of my best memories at uni was when I got taken as a blind double date to a ROTC formal dinner and I can't remember much except that the Marines were the most fun!!
