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The United States Marine Band is a long time tradition going back on Jully 11th, 1798. In 1801 the U.S. Marine Band played for President Adams. Since then the band has played for more presidents and other places such as funerals, ceremonies and state dinners. The purpose of the band is to continue a strong American tradition.
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When was US Marine Band created?
United States Marine Band was created in 1798.
What is the purpose of a marine band radio?
Marine band radios are two-way radios which are used either in a military setting or by officers for easy communication. The purpose of these radios is to get a greater range of communcation.
When was the US Marine Band formed?
1798.
Who named the US marine band?
As the premier band of the Marine Corps, it was naturally referred to as the Marine Band when founded by an act of Congress in 1798. It was given the nickname "The President's Own" by Thomas Jefferson.
What is the nickname of the US Marine Corps band?
"The President's Own" is their nickname.
Who is the current conductor of the US Marine Band?
Colonel Michael J. Colburn.
Where are the 12 Marine Bands?
Quantico Marine Band, VA Marine Corps Band 29 Palms, CA Parris Island Marine Band, SC Marine Band San Diego, CA Albany Marine Band, GA 1st Marine Division Band, Camp Pendleton, CA 2nd Marine Division Band, Camp Lejeune, NC 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band, Air Station Cherry Point, NC 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band, Air Station Miramar, CA III Marine Expeditionary Force Band, Camp Courney, Okinawa, Japan Marine Forces Pacific Band, Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii Marine Forces Reserve Band, New Orleans, LA Allied Forces Band, Naples, Italy "The President's Own" Marine Band, DC "The Commandant's Own" Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, Quantico, VA
Why is the US Marine Band site inaccessible?
It may have been temporary. It is available now.
Hohner marine band?
From the historian of the US Marine Band:"The Marine Band has never featured a harmonica player....Many years ago the Hohner Company had been naming their various different harmonica models after famous personalities. In 1896 they created a new harmonica and named it the Marine Band. They were apparently hoping to cash in on the fame and name recognition of the Marine Band to boost interest in their new instrument. It has been their most popular model since their founding in 1857."
Why is it called Marine Band harmonica?
From the historian of the US Marine Band:"The Marine Band has never featured a harmonica player....Many years ago the Hohner Company had been naming their various different harmonica models after famous personalities. In 1896 they created a new harmonica and named it the Marine Band. They were apparently hoping to cash in on the fame and name recognition of the Marine Band to boost interest in their new instrument. It has been their most popular model since their founding in 1857."
When was Marine Band of Allentown created?
Marine Band of Allentown was created in 1903.
Is the k40 CB antenna a marine band antenna and if not will it work with a marine band raido?
The K40 will not work as a marine band antenna, as it is "cut" (optimised) for 26-30Mhz. The Marine Band of frequencies is usually found 156-174Mhz.
