250th Birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps
This pin was designed to honor the 250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps, which was established on November 10, 1775, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
On November 10, 1775, the Second Continental Congress formally established the Continental Marines. The resolution read, "That two battalions of Marines be raised consisting of one Colonel, two Lieutenant-Colonels, two Majors, and other officers, as usual in other regiments; that they consist of an equal number of Privates with other battalions; but such as are good seamen, or so acquainted with maritime affairs as to be able to serve by sea when required.”
When this commemorative pin is worn by DAR members on the official Insignia ribbon, it must be placed according to the most current "Placement of DAR Insignia and Pins on Official Ribbon" document found on the Insignia Committee webpage.
When not worn on the official ribbon, DAR members may only wear this commemorative pin as a brooch, not on a right-side ribbon. When non-members wear this commemorative pin, they should demonstrate pride in all DAR stands for by wearing it only when dressed nicely and in a respectful manner.
Show your pride in the U.S. Army’s storied history with some sparkle by adding it to your Insignia collection today!
This gold-filled pin measures 1 1/8" x 1".
