Active duty U.S. Marines and Marine Corps veterans from around the world share their experiences and thoughts about the Marine Corps’ 250-year history. The Marine Corps has been fighting the nation’s battles since its founding in Philadelphia on Nov. 10, 1775. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpls. Jacob Richardson and Jordy Morales)

The President of the United States, the Honorable Donald J. Trump, celebrates the 250th birthday of the Marine Corps and Navy in Arlington, Virginia, on Nov. 10, 2025. The Presidential Special honors two and a half centuries of service, tradition, and commitment by highlighting the Marines and Sailors who make the mission possible. (Courtesy video by Event Strategies Incorporated)

This video is a message about past, present, and future Pacific Marines in honor of the 250th Marine Corps Birthday, produced by U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, Communication Strategy and Operations on Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Nov. 7, 2025. Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps has served our nation honorably in every climb and place for 250 years. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Conor Ragland) The video contains music from a USMC licensed asset from AdobeStock.

U.S. Marines participate the Marine Corps base Quantico cake cutting ceremony in honor of the 250th Marine Corps birthday at Lejeune Field on MCB Quantico, Virginia, Nov. 7, 2025. The annual celebration is a long-standing tradition which celebrates the establishment of the United States Marine Corps on Nov. 10, 1775, and honors the service and sacrifice of all Marines, past and present. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ethan Miller)

The new Marines of Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Nov. 7th, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary Phillips, military working dog (MWD) handler with Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, conduct bite training with MWD Csonti during building search training on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 7, 2025. Walking past the memorials at the kennels each day, Phillips reflects on the handlers and dogs who served before him. Phillips and Csonti rehearse locating threats and pursuing potential perpetrators, sharpening their instincts for real-world law enforcement and security scenarios. The training also reinforces that the use of military working dogs falls under the same use of force guidelines as any other weapon. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)

For 250 years, U.S. Marines have been the nation’s expeditionary force in readiness. Now, in 2025, I Marine Expeditionary Force carries on that legacy, delivering combat power from ship to shore, projecting strength, deterring aggression and dominating the fight before it begins. As the Marine Corps celebrates its 250th birthday on Nov. 10, 2025, I MEF Marines stand ready to add a new page to the warfighting playbook, prepared to fight and win wars for the next 250 years. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Max Arellano)

“The raising of that flag on Suribachi means a Marine Corps for the next 500 years” - Secretary of the Navy James Forrestal (U.S. Marine Crops video by CTR Moises Rodriguez, CTR Madison Santamaria, CTR Joel Rivera, Sgt. Jared Mayoral)

“The raising of that flag on Suribachi means a Marine Corps for the next 500 years” - Secretary of the Navy James Forrestal (U.S. Marine Corps video by CTR Moises Rodriguez, CTR Madison Santamaria, CTR Joel Rivera, Sgt. Jared Mayoral)

Chief of Navy Chaplains, Rear Admiral Gregory N. Todd, Chaplain of the Marine Corps, Rear Admiral Carey H. Cash, and senior enlisted leader of the Chief of Chaplains, Master CHief Petty Officer Peter Butucel talk about the history of the Navy Chaplain Corps in Arlington, Virginia on November 4, 2025. Today, over 1,000 active and reserve component chaplains provide religious ministry to Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen around the world. (U.S. Marine Corps video by John Martinez) The video contains music and images from a USMC licensed asset from AudioMachine and Adobe Creative Cloud.

U.S. Marines, Sailors and distinguished guests gather to celebrate the 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball at Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Nov. 1, 2025. The Marine Corps birthday ceremony honors the history, legacy and traditions passed down from generation to generation since the founding of the Marine Corps on Nov. 10, 1775. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Samuel T. Qin, Cpl. Kanoa A. Thomas, Cpl. Isaiah W. Smith and Lance Cpl. Owen E. Long)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Patrick Tiernan, commanding general, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve, Sgt. Maj. Joshua Miller, command senior enlisted leader, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve, and U.S. Navy Capt. Elmer Riley, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing chaplain, Marine Forces Reserve, deliver a message to the Marines and Sailors of 4th Marine Aircraft Wing in honor of the 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball at the Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, Nov. 1, 2025. Their remarks highlight the enduring legacy, values, and unity that define the Marine Corps after 250 years of faithful service to the nation. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Isaiah Smith and Lance Cpl. Allan Rodriguez-Rivera) By License - This video contains audio from a USMC enterprise licensed asset from Adobe Stock: "Orchestral Thrills" by Music Evolution https://stock.adobe.com "Gregorian Chant" by Jamendo https://stock.adobe.com

U.S. Marines, Sailors, and their spouses enjoy a backyard barbecue on the historic parade deck at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Nov. 1, 2025. The event featured food, games, and a live performance by "The President's Own" United States Marine Band and Nashville-based country artist Ernest, known for his hit “Flower Shops” with Morgan Wallen and songwriting credits for artists like Florida Georgia Line. Blending classic country sound with modern influences, Ernest’s performance brought energy and excitement to the Barracks, creating a memorable evening of music, camaraderie, and community. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

The new Marines of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Oct. 31st, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.