While the origin story of “The Marines’ Hymn” has been clouded by the passage of time, its iconic melody remains a testament to the legacy of the U.S. Marine Corps. It is as closely identified with the Marine Corps as “The Star-Spangled Banner” is with the nation. The hymn has become a sacred symbol of pride and professionalism that unites Marines across generations. To learn more about how the hymn evolved from a French operetta duet into one of the world’s most recognizable military service so

Happy 245th Birthday, Marines! // U.S. Marine Band performing The Marines' Hymn on March 14, 2016, at The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, Md. Conducted by then-Lt. Col. Jason K. Fettig. http://www.marineband.marines.mil/ | "The President's Own" United States Marine Band

The Marine Band will perform its final concert of the season at the National Museum of the Marine Corps on Wednesday, Aug. 31, at 7 p.m., in Triangle, Va. This performance will feature music from John Philip Sousa, John Williams, Percy Grainger, and more! Complete program: https://www.marineband.marines.mil/Portals/175/Docs/Programs/083122.pdf | "The President's Own" United States Marine Band

Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7:30 p.m. (ET) - The U.S. Marine Band concludes its summer concert series with a selection of instrumental and folk tunes from the Celtic tradition. This lively performance will feature Irish polkas, Scottish waltzes, and other ditties and jigs you might expect to hear in a pub! Program: https://www.marineband.marines.mil/Portals/175/Docs/Programs/082720.pdf?ver=2020-08-05-105045-063 Enjoy “Live from 8th and I” on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. (ET) at www.yout

Discover the birth and evolution of the U.S. Marine Corps, officially created on November 10, 1775 by the Continental Congress — the date now celebrated as the Marine Corps’ birthday. Follow the Marines through their first historic amphibious assault at New Providence Island in 1776, and through pivotal conflicts including the Barbary Wars, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and today’s global missions. Learn about legendary leaders like Captain Samuel Nicholas, the first Marine Commandant, and explo