Happy birthday, Marine Corps!
posted at 2:20 pm on November 10, 2009 by Ed Morrissey
Today the Marine Corps celebrates its 234th birthday! The Commandant of the Corps has issued this celebratory video, and all of us at Hot Air want to join in congratulating the fine men and women of the Marine Corps, past and present, on this auspicious occasion:
Almost equally auspicious has been the performance of the Marine Corps team in the Project Valour-IT fundraising contest! Soldiers Angels has its annual Project Valour-IT fundraising drive to provide that technology to as many of these veterans as possible, and the blogosphere has responded by raising more than $81,000! The Marine Corps team has already raised 95% of its goal, leaving the rest of us in the dust.
Eight years of fighting terrorists abroad has wounded many of our men and women in the armed forces, some profoundly enough to make it difficult for them to reintegrate into society without the assistance of the adaptive technology that will allow them to become productive back home. But we need your assistance. We had hoped to raise $125,000 this year, with an understanding that 10.2% unemployment would make that a challenge. We have one day left in the contest; I’m on the Air Force team this year, and you can help wounded veterans receive adaptive-technology laptops to help them regain their productivity by donating now:
It’s difficult to think of a more worthy cause than helping those who lost so much in defending America to return to a normal life. If you can, please donate as much as possible, and help us meet our goal.
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“It’s whose birthday today? Never heard of them.”
–Barack Hussein Obama. Mmmm mmmm mmmm
UltimateBob on November 10, 2009 at 2:21 PM
Congratulations and God love you all.
Cindy Munford on November 10, 2009 at 2:22 PM
Happy Birthday Marines!
Semper FI!
upinak on November 10, 2009 at 2:22 PM
Happy birthday Marine Corps!
Sue on November 10, 2009 at 2:22 PM
The Marines have seen Presidents come and go. The current one will faster than most others. Semper Fi, OoooRahhhhh!!
BottomLine5 on November 10, 2009 at 2:23 PM
Semper Fi, warriors. You are known throughout the world, for good reason. OORAH!
MadisonConservative on November 10, 2009 at 2:27 PM
Happy Birthday Marines.
And Thank You.
rbj on November 10, 2009 at 2:27 PM
Me- 22 years ago this month.
Semper Fi my brothers and sisters. Be safe, fight hard, come home when the job is done. Happy Birthday!
BKeyser on November 10, 2009 at 2:27 PM
A salute from me to the Marines. We couldn’t have this nation without you.
mizflame98 on November 10, 2009 at 2:28 PM
The few. The proud. The Marines.
God Bless!
Dr.Cwac.Cwac on November 10, 2009 at 2:29 PM
My Grandpa was a Marine. Fought in WWII in the Pacific theater. I couldn’t be more proud of him.
Happy Birthday Marines.
gophergirl on November 10, 2009 at 2:29 PM
Semper Fidelis!
JoeinTX on November 10, 2009 at 2:30 PM
/sharp salute
Semper Fi, Devil Dogs.
dogsoldier on November 10, 2009 at 2:30 PM
Montezuma had his revenge :)
faraway on November 10, 2009 at 2:31 PM
Semper Fi
Mark Boabaca on November 10, 2009 at 2:31 PM
Some humor to celebrate the Marines.
michaelo on November 10, 2009 at 2:31 PM
Happy Birthday to the Marines! WOOOOT!!!
A special thank you to my late father, and to my brother, who both served in the Marines, with pride, and love for their country!
capejasmine on November 10, 2009 at 2:32 PM
Thank you for your service! You and all Marines are greatly appreciated.
Fort Hood memorial in 28 minutes….
John the Libertarian on November 10, 2009 at 2:32 PM
errr!
stackedeck on November 10, 2009 at 2:33 PM
Great tribute to the 234th Marine Corps birthday from GoDaddy:
https://www.godaddy.com/gdshop/holiday/usmc2009/default.asp
Mark Boabaca on November 10, 2009 at 2:33 PM
Semper Fi
Spirit of 1776 on November 10, 2009 at 2:34 PM
Happy Birthday, United States Marine Corps! A great day for America!
Thank you all, down to the newest recruit, for keeping us all safe!
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 2:37 PM
Happy Birthday Marines! God bless you all!
cubachi on November 10, 2009 at 2:37 PM
Semper Fi, Devil Dogs.
JetBoy on November 10, 2009 at 2:40 PM
Happy birthday, Marines! Especially my cousin, a vet from the first Iraq war.
cjtony97 on November 10, 2009 at 2:40 PM
God I love the Marines.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
Branch Rickey on November 10, 2009 at 2:41 PM
Many Happy Returns to the men and women who wear the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor.
Christien on November 10, 2009 at 2:41 PM
Ed. Just checked again. The uhh…um…Ahh…um….NAVY! is beating us!!!
I don´t mind getting my ass whupped by Marines! THAT´S WHAT THEY DO!!!! the NAVY!?
HIT US UP!!!
james hooker on November 10, 2009 at 2:42 PM
Says it all, doesn’t it?
John the Libertarian on November 10, 2009 at 2:43 PM
“The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the United States Marine Corps!” Eleanor Roosevelt
Semper Fi
Jarhed7276 on November 10, 2009 at 2:45 PM
“A day in the Corps is like a day on the farm. Every formation is a parade, every meal is a banquet, every paycheck a fortune. God, I love the Corps!”
Sgt. Apone, Alien II
Just had to go there, hoping for a few smiles among us who love our Marines.
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 2:47 PM
BKeyser ~ OutSTANDING, Marine!
I’ll raise you one. Dateline: El Toro
Me ‘n major dad as his squadron loads their last 53 into the C-5. They lit out for Saudi Arabia and the First Gulf War about 40 minutes later. (We got stuck behind as our squadron transitioned from our A-6E’s to F-18′s.)
In honor of that, I’d like to share our sqadron chant:
OO-rah and Semper Fi, to ALL my brothers and sisters!
tree hugging sister on November 10, 2009 at 2:49 PM
Thank you Google for your recognition of USMC
faraway on November 10, 2009 at 2:50 PM
Happy Birthday Marines.
You deserve better than the dithering filthy lying coward who is your CINC.
highhopes on November 10, 2009 at 2:50 PM
What a nice present to the United States Marine Corp on its birthday!
CHOSIN RESERVOIR NORTH KOREA 1950
Among our still fighting survivors,
many appear to be walking dead,
yet still combat capable.
Two thirds are wounded, yet they carry on.
All are suffering from frostbitten skin.
frozen ears, faces, toes, and fingers
are commonplace.
Some walk on frozen,
thus living on borrowed time.
Their faces are grotesque, dirty, unshaven.
gaunt with hunger from short rations.
All are bone eary from lack of sleep.
They have been under incessant attack
for three days and four nights.
Some of the wounded are so disabled,
they cannot move to generate body heat.
They freeze to death in horrible stiffness.
Equipment and vehicle wreckage
is everywhere
To add to the burden,
it is snowing again…
If low, heavy clouds persist,
There will be no air cover or support
to hold the enemy at bay…
as we move to break out!
Unlike Anita Dunn, I am not a fan of Chairman Mao. Neither are most Marines.
Mr. Joe on November 10, 2009 at 2:51 PM
Obama says Hasan cracked from stress? !!!!
faraway on November 10, 2009 at 2:51 PM
You mean Bert and Ernie aren’t part of the Corps who are serving in pain due to DADT?
highhopes on November 10, 2009 at 2:52 PM
to my tree hugging sista… you Rock and Semper Fi!
upinak on November 10, 2009 at 2:54 PM
OT and a different branch of the armed services, but the Fort Hood memorial began about five minutes ago.
The second speaker just mentioned a passage from Isaiah that’s used in cases of fallen soldiers. In the passage, the Lord asks, “Whom shall I send?” And each of the fallen soldiers is present to say, “Here, am I, Lord, send me.”
BuckeyeSam on November 10, 2009 at 2:54 PM
I can’t imagine a liberal ever having that kind of temerity or tenacity.
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 2:54 PM
Happy Birthday Marines! Thank you for keeping us safe!
Annietxgrl on November 10, 2009 at 2:55 PM
Obama is speaking now at the memorial. Did you hear the women screaming and the celebrity whistles when he ascended the podium? It makes me sick to my stomach. It’s a frickin’ MEMORIAL.
John the Libertarian on November 10, 2009 at 2:56 PM
That pissed off Obama, I expect.
I really think Obama needs to find a way to RISE to being Satan. The Devil would probably make Obama the ‘recipent’ of his watersports.
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 2:57 PM
OT Obama says Hasan stressed: “I think everybody understands how outstanding the young men and women in uniform are under the most severe stress — there are going to be instances in which an individual cracks.”
faraway on November 10, 2009 at 2:58 PM
Speaking of Sesame Street –
Elmo likes the Marines
alilianstrom on November 10, 2009 at 2:59 PM
Semper Fi Marines!
conservative pilgrim on November 10, 2009 at 3:00 PM
If that’s accurate, I’m going to have to watch a vid of it–barfbag tight and close. I don’t question you but I need to see this.
I hope you’re misreading…~anger rising high and tight~
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 3:01 PM
During the first Gulf War there was a rumor going around that someone called some big hotel in Bagdad and tried to book it for a banquet on 10 Nov 1991. Of course (the story went) the hotel was glad to take the large reservation until it learned the party trying to make the reservation was the USMC.
Too good to be true of course, but a good story anyway.
Semper Fi USMC!!!!
E9RET on November 10, 2009 at 3:03 PM
Disgusting. Sesame Street is more important to them.
conservative pilgrim on November 10, 2009 at 3:03 PM
Happy Birthday and Semper Fi to all my Brothers and Sisters
(1972-1976)
Duncan Khuver on November 10, 2009 at 3:05 PM
Happy Birthday to our beloved Marines!
Thank you for doing what you do so the rest of us can sleep peacefully in our beds every night.
And rest assured there are millions of us who are doing our damndest to see that you will have a new CinC in 2013 who will genuinely appreciate your valiant service.
Semper Fi, and God Bless.
TXUS on November 10, 2009 at 3:06 PM
far was being sarcastic silly. Hey you got an invitation.. wink wink…
upinak on November 10, 2009 at 3:06 PM
While I hope for the best, I truly don’t believe Omaba can rise to this occasion.
To be further cynical, I imagine Obama believes in his dark heart that 21-gun salute for the fallen is for and about HIM instead.
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 3:09 PM
+1000
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 3:10 PM
Semper Fi!
1983-1987
MCRD San Diego
Cherry Point MCAS
MOS 6821
pseudonominus on November 10, 2009 at 3:13 PM
Posted in memory of my late father, Ward Harris, who served in combat with H&S 1/12, Third Marine Division at Bougainville and Guam.
Thanks Marines.
tgharris on November 10, 2009 at 3:14 PM
My God. I can’t bear to watch it, I’ll just read it later. Did he give a shout out to Hasan yet or pitch Obamacare?
TXUS on November 10, 2009 at 3:16 PM
God bless the Marines!
The last thing an enemy sees is a Marine.
portlandon on November 10, 2009 at 3:16 PM
I gave. Not much, but it’s what I have.
Tim Burton on November 10, 2009 at 3:17 PM
Thank God for the US Marines, Semper Fi!
Coincidentally, Pres.Obama’s address to the fallen at Ft.Hood was good.
/He needs to quit listing skin colors. “White, Black, Brown” does not include “Yellow and Red” or mixtures. So unless Obama intends to slight members of our military from our own American Native Tribes or from Asia, he needs to become color blind like all mature people are and quit the juvenile color code references. E pluribus unum.
maverick muse on November 10, 2009 at 3:20 PM
FYI, Exactly 100 Marines died at Pearl Harbor (plus 10 USMCR)
faraway on November 10, 2009 at 3:24 PM
Can anyone tell me what Obama is leaving at the base of the pictures of the fallen?
John the Libertarian on November 10, 2009 at 3:25 PM
That’s all that matters. Level of degree is a question among liberals, not conservatives. You gave. We are grateful.
Thank you!
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 3:30 PM
Probably photos of himself making his speech
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 3:31 PM
To the defenders of freedom- Happy Birthday.
rjoco1 on November 10, 2009 at 3:34 PM
Happy Birthday, Jarheads!
From someone who served with your parent company (the Navy).
Semper Fi!
Star20 on November 10, 2009 at 3:37 PM
Semper Fi, Devil Dogs!
From your Sea Service brother…
Khun Joe on November 10, 2009 at 3:40 PM
Happy Birthday MARINE CORPS!!
I’m the proud wife of a Marine…and I have the UTMOST respect for all of the men and women of the Marine Corps!
I Love the Marines!!
:)
bridgetown on November 10, 2009 at 3:46 PM
Semper Fi
Johan Klaus on November 10, 2009 at 3:51 PM
The USMC has given much to America throughout its history. They (the Marines) have given us liberty.
So I ask: What have the libs contributed to our America, to make better our land?
Bleeds Blue, Blue Fin, crr6, and all you others: What have you done to make better the lot of our fellow Citizens?
Liam on November 10, 2009 at 4:02 PM
::blowskissestoupinak::
I LOVE the comments here! WHAT a group of Marines and their loved ones, and it’s the living, loving embodiment of ESPRIT d’ CORPS.
tree hugging sister on November 10, 2009 at 4:07 PM
Born in a bar. I always thought that was cool. Happy Birthday Marines.
James, It’s just another example of how we Sailors can’t hold on to our money. Just be happy that it’s going to a good cause instead of blowing it on floozies and booze.
Boxy_Brown on November 10, 2009 at 4:17 PM
Happy Birthday Marine Corps!!!! God Bless you and thank you so much!!!
4shoes on November 10, 2009 at 4:17 PM
Happy Birthday, Jarheads.
Hand Salute.
Dr. ZhivBlago on November 10, 2009 at 4:19 PM
Oohh Rahh
bbordwell on November 10, 2009 at 4:38 PM
A BIG Semper Fi to all my fellow ‘Jarheads’ !
DoctorDentons…1st MarDiv, Korea ’51
DoctorDentons on November 10, 2009 at 4:39 PM
Happy Birthday Marines! Screw google!
gator70 on November 10, 2009 at 4:40 PM
To all of my brothers in Platoon 1090, 1st Marine Division, MCRD, San Diego, CA, 1976 I wish you a hearty birthday and “ooh-rah.” And a special salute to Rocky Sickman, who endured 444-days of hell after being taken captive In Iran while serving as a guard at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. We will always honor your courage and pereverance in the face of intolerable circumstances. Well done, Marine!
Goldy1 on November 10, 2009 at 4:45 PM
Wife of a retired Gunny, mother-in-law of a LCpl., worked on a Marine Corps base, in a repair facility run by Marines, for over 24 years…***sigh*** Must be something about the uniform…(I spent 4 years in the Air Force, which my husband insists was a stint in the Girl Scouts…)
Happy Birthday, Marines!!!
Oooohhhh Rah!!!
uncivilized on November 10, 2009 at 4:46 PM
Thank you for your service, then and now.
People sometimes forget the importance of our involvement in the Korean War, which is a shame. But you guys sure as hell don’t, that’s for sure.
TXUS on November 10, 2009 at 4:50 PM
God bless our military and their families.
beachgirlusa on November 10, 2009 at 4:57 PM
Do not attack the First Marine Division. Leave the yellowlegs alone. Strike the American Army.
Orders given to Communist troops in the Korean War;
shortly afterward, the Marines were ordered to not wear their khaki leggings.
Jarhed7276 on November 10, 2009 at 5:03 PM
OOHRAH!! Semper Fidelis!
RightXBrigade on November 10, 2009 at 5:11 PM
Happy Birthday Marines!
I was lucky enough to attend my Son’s graduation from Marine Combat Training school today onboard Camp Pendleton. What a great day for celebration! And talk about one proud Dad… :)
JusDreamin on November 10, 2009 at 5:21 PM
From Strategy Page: http://www.strategypage.com/respect/articles/20021113.asp
njcommuter on November 10, 2009 at 5:22 PM
Oh, how WONDERFUL!!! Give yourself a big hug and please give that newest Leatherneck our best! Outstanding and God bless you both.
tree hugging sister on November 10, 2009 at 5:40 PM
And one of my favorite quotes:
“Freedom is Not Free, fortunatly, the United States Marine Corps will pay most of your share”
OOHRAH Marines!
JusDreamin on November 10, 2009 at 5:42 PM
Made a trip to the USMC Museum at Quantico today. Almost as impressive a display as the men and women it honors. Highly recommend going if you are ever in the DC area.
faol on November 10, 2009 at 5:54 PM
Semper Fi Marines!
Herc_Dude on November 10, 2009 at 6:11 PM
My dad was a 22-year veteran of the Marine Corps. I miss him terribly and still tear up every time I see a Marine Corps bumper sticker.
Thanks for all you do, each and every one of you Marines.
Semper Fi and God Bless!
SouperConservative on November 10, 2009 at 6:18 PM
My home wishes a happy BD to the Marines. To those who have died defending our Republic, you are in the hearts of millions of American’s. To those who now serve, I pray God will put His arm around you. God, please bless my country. Thank you Marines.
L
letget on November 10, 2009 at 6:22 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL MARINES PAST AND PRESENT from an ol grunt 1st Mar Div 67-68 Vietnam. Chesty Puller is smilin today.
flyoverboy on November 10, 2009 at 6:40 PM
Happy B’day!!!!
Harley Davidson has a link to send a thank you card to all in the US Armed Services… here’s a link, I hope.
http://freecountry.harley-davidson.com/thankyou/landing.php?source_cd=Email_0110909_militaryalert&camp_id=16
KDANAZ on November 10, 2009 at 6:45 PM
My dad was a thirty year three war (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) combat Marine, most of it in Force Recon. He was one of the first Marines to graduate from the Special Forces school and Ranger school … more decorations than you can count but never a “war story” from him. At times as kid I felt like I lived with the “Great Santini” but in retrospect I would not change a thing. Happy 84th birthday dad! Happy 234th Marines!
Semper Fidelis!
Dukehoopsfan on November 10, 2009 at 7:30 PM
Grandfather, Father, Uncles, Brother and me…all Marines. We’ve all been in battle, all been bloodied, Uncle Stan made the ultimate sacrifice. No one loves this country more than Marines. I pray my sons keep the tradition alive.
Alden Pyle on November 10, 2009 at 7:41 PM
Happy Birthday Devil Dogs.
OB1 on November 10, 2009 at 8:30 PM
Get used to it. Haze gray and underway, baby!
Oh and to my buddies in the USMC… Ohra, devil dogs! Get some!
Rightwingguy on November 10, 2009 at 8:45 PM
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