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The Marine Corps had six divisions and 5 air wings when it was at itslargest in WW-2 and all saw active combat.
The question seems to be asking in what war the US Marine Corps first fought. The Continental Marines were formed in 1775 to fight the British in the American Revolution, but the US Marine Corps was founded in 1794, and their first opponents were the Pirates of Tripoli. US Marines participated in later wars in small numbers, but they did not actually attain the size of a corps until World War 2.
The Marine Gunnery Sergeant rank was adopted in 1898, according to http://www20.brinkster.com/gunnyg/gyhistory.htmlSome consider it to have been Archibald Sommers who was the first Sergeant Major in the Marine Corp and received that rank on 1 January 1801. The first to hold the billet of Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps was Wilbur Bestwick from 23 May 1957 until 31 August 1959.
Each recruit believes that he or she had the toughest Drill Instructor in the Corps assigned to their platoon. The fact that the Drill Instructors are just short of being the craziest son's-o-bitches in the world doesn't help that impression. The fact that the Corps still turns out some of the greatest fighting men and women in the world is a testament to their desire, dedication and belief in our Corps.
Netherlands Marine Corps's motto is 'As Far As The World Extends'.
The 'United States Marine Corps' birthday is Nov. 10. In recognition of the Marine Corps birthday "ALL" Marine Corps bases around the world have the "Marine Corps Ball" on Nov. 10. Even in South Carolina. Probably at Parris Island.
it means world wide service.
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Charles L. Updegraph has written: 'U.S. Marine Corps special units of World War II' -- subject(s): History, Marine Corps, Regimental histories, United States, United States. Marine Corps, World War, 1939-1945
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Yes, Marines stationed on a Naval Base still have a Marine Corps Ball. The Marine Corps Ball is a traditional event that celebrates the birthday of the United States Marine Corps, and it is observed by Marines regardless of their duty station. The location of the base does not affect the celebration of this event.
Combat experience
Yes, but it was in a minor role.
Buffalo soldiers
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