Chairman's Marine Corps BIRTHDAY Message

Hello MCITTA Members,

We will soon commemorate two defining moments in our military heritage: the birthday of our United States Marine Corps and Veterans Day. These two days aren’t just close on the calendar — they’re bound by purpose. The Marine Corps birthday reminds us where we come from. Veterans Day reminds us who we stand beside.

November 10, 2025 marks the 250th birthday of our Corps—a milestone that few institutions ever reach. From Tun Tavern to today’s battlefields and beyond, Marines have stood as the nation’s force in readiness, shaped by tradition and forged in sacrifice. Two and a half centuries of honor, courage, and commitment have built a legacy that lives in each of us.

Veterans Day follows, honoring all who have served in our nation’s armed forces. It’s a day to reflect on the journeys we’ve taken, the bonds we’ve formed, and the sacrifices made along the way. As Marines, we share a unique kinship with our fellow veterans—one built not just on shared service, but on shared values.

As your Chairman, I’m proud to be part of this community — not just because of what we did in uniform, but because of what we continue to do together. We support one another. We honor our fallen. We live the values that shaped us. And we make sure no Marine is ever forgotten.

So as we raise a glass to 250 years of the Corps, and bow our heads for those who gave everything, let’s also look forward. Let’s keep building, keep serving, and keep living lives that reflect the best of what it means to be a Marine.

Semper Fidelis,

Curtis R. Ferrell, Chairman, MCITTA