Who we are
A veterans organization
Of Honorably Discharged/Active Duty U.S. Marines, FMF Navy Corpsman, Associate members, and their family members.
our Marine Corps league detachment 1316
What we do
Members of the Marine Corps League join in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving traditions, promoting the interests of the United States Marine Corps, banding together those who are now serving in the United States Marine Corps and those who have been honorably discharged from that service and to perpetuate the history of the United States Marine Corps and by fitting acts to observe the anniversaries of historical occasions of particular interest to Marines.
Did You Know??
If you are an Honorably Discharged Veteran from another U.S. Military Branch you can join as an Associate Member of The Marine Corps League Detachment #1316. For more information email us at marinecorpsleague1316@gmail.com
Commandant's 2024 Message
This Month in Marine corps history
- On April 3, 1945, 3rd Amphibious Corps progresses along the front on the Japanese island of Okinawa.
- On April 5, 1947, 1st Marine Division Clashes with Communist Chinese forces.
- On April 10, 1959, Lieutenant Colonel John H. Glenn, Jr. was named as one of the original seven Project Mercury astronauts selected for space training.
- From April 12-13, 1918, During the late night and early morning hours, the 4th Marine Brigade was attacked in Verdum, France by German forces.
- On April 17, 1915, future Medal of Honor recipient Joseph "Joe" Foss, was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
- On April 18, 1983, more than 60 people, including 17 Americans, were killed when a car bomb exploded outside the U.S. Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon. Among those killed was Marine Security Guard Lance Corporal Robert McMaugh.
- On April 21, 1951, carrier-based Marine airplanes made their first contact with enemy planes over North Korea. Captain Philip C. Delong shot down two YAK fighters and 1st Lieutenant Harold D. Daigh destroyed one more and damaged another near Pyongyang.
- On April 25, 1897, future Medal of Honor recipient Merritt "Red Mike" Edson was born in Chester, Vermont .
- On April 27, 1805, First Lieutenant Presley O'Bannon and seven other Marines, along with Greek and Arab forces raised the American Flag over the fortress at Derme in Tripoli.
- On April 28, 1993, the last A-6E Intruder was decommissioned from Marine Corps service.
Coming soon * The 250th Marine Corps Birthday Bash ticket sale
The 250th Marine Corps Birthday Bash is set for November 8th, 2025.
Stay Tuned for Ticket Sales
For Questions: Contact the Marine Corps Birthday Ball Committee at:
marinecorpsleague1316@gmail.com
Giving Back * Monthly Raffle Winner
Congratulations to Winner #014 * B. Braden
Click on the "Enter To Win" ticket for details or
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The Marine Corps League is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization, meaning that every dollar raised by our organization goes back into the local community.
The Eagle, Globe and Anchor
The Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem and the name Marine Corps are registered trademarks of the USMC. The Marine Corps League and its' subordinate organizations support the USMC and its' veterans, however it is not officially connected to or endorsed by the USMC. The name and emblem herein are used with permission.
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