Happy 229th Birthday to the US Marine Corp!

The Marine Corps War Memorial in Washington DC (I think it's actually on the Virginia side of the Potomac, just west of Arlington National Cemetery) is an awesome structure! I first saw it in1955 when I was 3 years old on a family trip to the Capitol. The last time I saw it was in 1981. In between those times, and since, I've seen it many times in movies, on TV, in newspapers and magazines. It's much larger than you can imagine if you've only seen images of it. MUCH larger! Photographs don't do it justice; it's something that needs to be seen up close and personal to appreciate its impact. This Memorial and so many others in the Washington DC area are must sees for all Americans. Check out the data sheet linked herein...And make it a point to see it in person!

America salutes the Marines on this, your 229th birthday! May God bless you and your brethren in harms way wherever they may be. Thank you all for your service to our country!