3rd Marine Division CG's Birthday Message

Photo By Cpl. Christian Ayers | U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. William M. Jurney, commanding general of 3rd Marine Division, continues the tradition of the cake cutting ceremony during the Staff Non-Commissioned Officer and Commissioned Officer Marine Corps Birthday Ball on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 7, 2018. Marines celebrate the 243rd birthday by reflecting on its rich traditions through the reading of General John A. Lejeune’s birthday message and the cutting of the traditional birthday cake. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Ayers)  

CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JAPAN

11.09.2018

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3rd Marine Division     

For the past 243 years, the Marine Corps has provided lethal combat ready forces that have earned the everlasting respect and affection of a grateful nation. From every conflict, since the Revolutionary War, the Marines have demonstrated the tenacity and ability needed to support our allies and defeat any adversary.
As we take a brief pause this evening, we call to memory the legacy of our Corps and the 3d Marine Division. For 76 years, 3d Marine Division has served as the region’s premier force in readiness, having distinguished itself against well organized and determined enemies, fighting across the Pacific, and responding to crises.
Today, we remain our nation’s forward deployed and forever employed division. On evenings like this, we are reminded of the incredible sacrifice and indomitable spirit of all Marines past and present who served in “The Fighting Third.”
Let’s celebrate tonight with the full assurance that America has nothing to fear because we are “Ready To Fight Tonight.” Happy Birthday Marines!

• Date Taken: 11.09.2018
• Date Posted: 11.08.2018 22:06
• Story ID: 299333
• Location: CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JP