JUNE 11, 2025 – The National Museum of the Marine Corps is proud to announce the upcoming opening of a powerful new temporary exhibition: “United States Marine Corps: 250 Years of Dedication, Determination, and Courage.” The exhibit will open to the public on Friday, June 27, and features 91 original works of art, providing a striking visual tribute to the enduring legacy of … [Read more...]

U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Korea present the colors during the MARFORK 30th anniversary and colors and rededication ceremony at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, South Korea, May 29, 2025. MARFORK was activated on June 1, 1995, at Seoul, Republic of Korea to support U.S. Marine Corps operations, strengthen interoperability with the Republic of Korea Marine Corps and … [Read more...]

JUNE 6, 2025 — Elements of I and III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) concluded Exercise KAMANDAG 9 June 6, 2025, capping weeks of multilateral training across the Philippine archipelago, advancing air, maritime, and littoral capabilities and reaffirming the shared vision of peace and prosperity among the United States, the Philippines, Japan, Republic of Korea, United Kingdom, … [Read more...]

JUNE 2, 2025 - U.S. Marines, Sailors, and Coast Guardsmen came together for the 37th Annual Fleet Week New York in New York City, May 21-27, 2025. This year’s event was significant as the Navy and Marine Corps celebrated their 250 years of continuous commitment to safeguarding American prosperity and freedom. “The significance of being here in New York City for the 250th … [Read more...]

MAY 30, 2025 - Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, known as the "Ace of Spades," marked the end of an era with its final AV-8B Harrier II flight on Thursday, culminating decades of rich history and distinguished service with the iconic vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. First commissioned in 1919, VMA-231 is the Marine Corps’ oldest flying squadron and has served with … [Read more...]