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PHILADELPHIA – The 250th birthday of the US Marine Corps is being celebrated in Philadelphia, where it all began.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Celebrating the Marine Corps legacy\u00a0 <\/p>\n
Thousands gathered in Philadelphia to honor the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday, with attendees coming from various parts of the country.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The event featured speeches from notable figures, including Major General Patrick Hermanson, who emphasized the unity among Marines regardless of their backgrounds.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The celebration also included families like Joe Wnukowski’s, who traveled from across the country to honor their Marine relatives.\u00a0<\/p>\n
“It just shows you that there\u2019s a lot of pride in the Marine Corps in our country,” said Wnukowski.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Travis Manion Foundation’s contribution\u00a0 <\/p>\n
What they’re saying:<\/p>\n
The Travis Manion Foundation made a significant impact by walking from Washington, D.C., to Philadelphia to raise money and awareness for veterans and their families.\u00a0<\/p>\n
“There\u2019s no other place I\u2019d rather be on a planet as a marine,” said Chad Johnson from the foundation.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The event also honored Michael Greico, the oldest living Marine present, who expressed his pride in being part of the Corps since 1943.\u00a0<\/p>\n
“It\u2019s an honor quite an honor I\u2019m proud to be a Marine,” said Greico.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Preserving the Marine Corps’ roots\u00a0 <\/p>\n
Part of the celebration focused on preserving the legacy of the Tun Tavern, the original birthplace of the Marines.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Monty Dahm, the tavern’s owner, highlighted the importance of reconnecting with the Corps’ roots. “We aren\u2019t just celebrating a building. We\u2019re reconnecting to our roots with the courage,” said Dahm.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The evening will culminate with a formal Marine Ball at the Bellevue, bringing together generations of Marines to celebrate their shared history and commitment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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