
03/22/2023
Yesterday, General Morris stopped by the MCRD Command Museum for an oral history.
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Welcome to the MCRD San Diego Museum! This museum is free and open to the publi Guided tours, classes, workshops are all free.
The MCRD Museum in San Diego shows the history of the Marines in California, and the history of the Marine Corps from 1921 to the present day. Major galleries include: From Sea to Shining Sea: The California Campaign of the Mexican-American War, The Early Days (the construction of MCRD and history up until WWII), World War II, The Korean War, the Vietnam War, Operation Forward Deployed: The Mar
ine Corps Since Vietnam, The History of Boot Camp, and Medals and Decorations. Other highlights of the museum exhibits include two armories featuring weapons used by the Marines, their allies, and their enemies; the Waterhouse Gallery of artwork of the Marines in the Mexican-American War; a temporary exhibit gallery, currently showing the satellite exhibit From Presidio to Pacific Powerhouse; a recreation of an MCRD Squad Bay. The museum maintains a reference center, comprised of an archives and a research library, which is free for patrons to use. The reference center contains photographs, newspapers, books, maps, cruise books and platoon books, manuscripts, and ephemera such as comic books, blood chits, menus, postcards, sheet music, etc. The museum also has an education program designed to teach Marine Corps history, tradition, and values. The museum also offers free merit badge workshops for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. Museum staff is happy to travel to local classrooms to teach and will gladly send curriculum to out of area educators. The MCRD Museum Historical Foundation supports the MCRD Museum by fundraising and by providing volunteer support. The Foundation runs the museum gift shop.
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Yesterday, General Morris stopped by the MCRD Command Museum for an oral history.
When was the last time you visited the MCRD Command Museum? Tell us in the comments!
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Happy 0311 Day to all Infantry Rifleman out there! Tag a 0311!
International Women's Day recognizes women around the world. In celebration, the MCRD Museum and Foundation honor the women who have served in the Marine Corps, from World War I to today. Thank you, Marines!
To learn more about the history of women in the Marine Corps, visit our website https://www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org/
The MCRD Command Museum's gift shop has over 100 T-shirts! Get yours today to support your marine.
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Thanks to Cpl Manny for stopping by the museum! Manny is a dedicated Historian - he visits the museum often.
Happy Presidents’ Day from the MCRD Command Museum!
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UNCOMMON VALOR WAS A COMMON VIRTUE
The MCRD San Diego Museum and Foundation honor the Marines, Sailors, and Soldiers who fought one of the most famous battles in our nation’s history.
78 years ago today, on February 19th, the Battle of Iwo Jima commenced.
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Merry Christmas from the MCRD Museum!
The MCRD Museum will close early today at 1630, and is closed Sunday the 25th and Monday the 26th in observance of the Christmas holiday.
We wish you a very merry Christmas!
MCRD San Diego Museum updated their info in the about section.
Join the MCRD Museum Foundation and Command Museum for the premiere of our virtual programs with a panel of generations of female Marines. Female veterans and active-duty Marines will discuss their service history, being a female in service and hopes for the future of women in the Corps. This program will be hosted online via Zoom. Register for this FREE event using our linktree: linktr.ee/mcrdmuseum.
Made possible in partnership with SDSU Center for War and Society and MCRD EEO.
MCRD San Diego Museum updated their info in the about section.
On Saturday, March 5th, the Command Museum opened its new Centennial exhibit to commemorate the 100th anniversary of MCRD San Diego. A Ribbon Cutting event was held. It featured two performances by the Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment and a guest reception with special remarks from Commanding General Jason L. Morris and local elected officials. The Museum Foundation was honored to support this historic event in partnership with the Museum and Recruit Depot.
The San Diego Marine Corps Recruit Depot officially opened on December 1st, 1921. It was the first permanent expeditionary base on the West Coast of the United States. San Diego was chosen as its destination because it had several natural strategic advantages. San Diego has a natural harbor, it is a warm water port, and it is in the southernmost part of the West Coast. Today, MCRD San Diego continues to train Marines by instilling a fighting spirit, core values, and esprit de corps in every recruit, which has ensured the Corps’ success for over 240 years.
In 1867, Jacob Zeilin became the first non brevetted Brigadier General Commandant in Marine Corps history. This was the first time that Congress had authorized this rank in the Corps. During Zeilin’s time as Commandant, he challenged two efforts by Congress to disband the Marine Corps, once in 1867 and again in 1874. BGen Zeilin also approved the ‘Eagle, Globe, and Anchor’ design for the Marine Corps emblem.
Four days after landing on Iwo Jima, 1stLt Harold G. Schrier led 40 men to the top of a 556 extinct volcano, Mount Suribachi. A newer regiment, the 28th Marines, reached the crest of the mountain's crater within an hour and planted an American flag on the summit. Recognizing the historical significance of taking control of the island, five Marines and a corpsman raised a larger flag in its place. Joe Rosenthal photographed this moment which became a historic moment, and the symbol of the 7th war bond drive.
Marines in Vietnam began Operation Deckhouse VI in Quang Ngai. During the operation, which lasted until early March, the Special Landing Force (BLT Y4 and HMM-363) accounted for 280 enemy combatants killed.
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While a small handful of black men served with the Continental Marines during the Revolutionary War, the Marine Corps did not formally integrate after its re-establishment until June 1941. More than 19,000 African American Marines trained at Montford Point from 1942 to 1949. This unique and heroic group of Marines participated in Pacific island invasions such as Saipan, Tinian, Guam, Peleliu, Okinawa, and Iwo Jima.
Explore the Montford Point Marines Command Museum Exhibit here: https://tinyurl.com/MontfordMarinesExhibit
the new 4th Marine Division successfully captured the twin islands of Roi-Namur in 1944. It was part of the first assault on Japanese-controlled islands before World War 2.
Marines supported settlers in Seattle who were attacked by Native Americans in 1856. Settlers on the ground were supported by Marines from the United States Navy sloop-of-war Decatur. The battle lasted seven hours, ending with no Marine casualties.
Marines in Vietnam engaged in what became known as the Second Battle of Khe Sanh. Attacked by Northern Vietnamese at Khe Sanh, President at the time, Lyndon B Johnson ordered Marines to defend the base. Over the next 77 days Marines fought back a siege until they ultimately defended the land with the help of Air support, Marines, and South Vietnamese during Operation Niagara and Pegasus.
Read more about it here: https://tinyurl.com/BattleKheSanh
On Admiral William F. "Bull" Halsey’s push up the Solomon island chain, the 4th Raider Marine Battalion landed on the Georgia Islands. The New Georgia campaign was a part of Operation Cartwheel and played a large role in the Pacific Theater.
Read all about it here: https://tinyurl.com/PacificMarines
Following the Battle of Chosin, the 1st Marine Division began operations against guerrillas in the Pohang area in South Korea.
Read About This Counteroffensive Operation: https://tinyurl.com/PohangOffensive
It was announced the U.S was deploying 2,600 Marines to Somolia to assist with the withdrawal of United Nations peacekeeping troops. This marked the beginning of Operation United Shield.
Video Credit: AP Archive
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Last week the MCRD Museum Foundation awarded three scholarships as part of the 2021 Col Nate Smith Scholarship program. Recipients this year included one Marine, sailor, and Marine spouse, all of whom demonstrated a commitment to education. Thank you to all who have supported this initiative this year and in years past!
we mark 80 years since the surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Today we pause to remember and salute those who made the ultimate sacrifice that day
Pictured: USS Shaw exploding after her forward magazine was detonated by the fire
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to all from the MCRD Museum and Foundation! The museum will be closed today and tomorrow. Wishing all a safe and joyful holiday with loved ones!
We are proud to announce that the MCRD Museum Foundation has been selected as a 2022 grantee! We are incredibly humbled and honored to have been selected and look forward to continuing in our mission of supporting our military community. Thank you Midway Foundation!
19 Nov 1868 - Eagle, Globe & Anchor
“The spirit of the Marines of Korea, Vietnam, and Kuwait still animates those who wear the Eagle, Globe and Anchor today.” -- General James L. Jones, 32d Commandant, November 2000
Marine uniforms had featured a variety of insignia in the early decades – “plumes, cockades, tassels, and epaulettes,” either prescribed or locally adopted. In 1834, Headquarters specified that a 3-inch-wide brass eagle be worn on the hat, then in 1859 switched to a gold bugle and a silver “M.”
A board appointed by Commandant BGen Jacob Zeilin approved on 19 November 1868 the present Marine Corps emblem, designed by Lt George Reid, aided by a Washington, DC jeweler. It borrowed the globe from the Royal Marines, but showing the western hemisphere. The eagle and the anchor made clear the nature of the Corps as both American and maritime.
This shoulder board Eagle, Globe, and Anchor was worn by Lt George C. Reid, c1869. It is one of the earliest examples of the iconic insignia.
Today we salute all men and women who took an oath to serve and defend. We thank all veterans past and present for their service and sacrifice. Happy to all who have answered our nation's call.
Happy birthday, Marines! In celebration of this year's 246th birthday the MCRD Museum Gift Shop is offering 20% off all orders! Get USMC gear, gifts, apparel, and more 20% off through Veteran's Day with code: BIRTHDAY20 at checkout.
Semper Fi!
Happy Birthday Marines! Here's to 246 years of the world's finest fighting force. Wherever you are, whether at home or abroad, we wish you a Happy 246th Birthday!
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#OTD It was announced the U.S was deploying 2,600 Marines to Somolia to assist with the withdrawal of United Nations peacekeeping troops. This marked the beginning of Operation United Shield. Video Credit: AP Archive
Supporting the military community and our Gold Star Families is a cause close to our hearts. This #GivingTuesdayNow and everyday we are so thankful for all who have sacrificed so much for our country. To support programs for our Marines, Sailors, veterans, and Gold Star families: mcrdmuseum.org/give
#ICYMI #RiseUpNetwork recently hosted MCRD Museum Foundation Deputy Director Chris Weimer for a podcast conversation on his service, the Command Museum, and some of the exciting programs the museum offers. Check out the episode preview and listen to the the full podcast at the linked below! - Listen Now: https://bit.ly/2phqofF
Have you ever wondered what goes into creating a museum gallery or exhibit? Watch here to take a behind the scenes look at the exhibit design process at the Command Museum!
Located in the Command Museum, The Forward Deployed Gallery covers a period of time from 1976 to present day. Included in the Gallery are weapons, artifacts, and displays on Marine Corps campaigns, expeditions, conflicts and more. Watch here to learn about the Forward Deployed Gallery from Command Museum docent, MGySgt Artie Allen III (USMC, Ret.)
We invite you to learn a little more about the Command Museum and the initiatives we support in order to achieve our goal of preserving the legacy of the Marine Corps. Our artifacts and our galleries are just the beginning of what we represent, and we hope you enjoy hearing a bit about how we are more than a museum. To learn more, visit us online: mcrdmuseum.org/programs/voice
On December 4, 2018 the MCRD Command Museum hosted the monthly Tun Tavern Tuesday and here is a video recap of special moments we captured from the event.
Last Saturday, the museum hosted its 2018 Memorial Christmas Tree Ceremony and Holiday Celebration for museum members, volunteers, and Gold Star Families. We also presented the annual volunteer awards to recognize all the volunteers who contributed to the MCRD Command Museum this year. Thank you to all whom attended and contributed to our annual Toys for Tots Drive. We wish you Happy Holidays! Semper Fidelis!
As we continue to celebrate Women Marines History Month at the MCRD Command Museum, we wanted to share this video. We want to wish all the Marines attending the Women Marines Convention this weekend to have a great time! Lastly, as a reminder, don't forget to pre-order your Women Marines Centennial Challenge Coin from the Museum Gift Shop! Pre-order sale ends September 1st! All proceeds support the MCRD San Diego Museum and its programs for Marines, Sailors, Gold Star, and their families. https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/products/women-marines-centennial-challenge-coin #USMC #WomenMarines #Semperfi #SanDiego
The Silver Bar Band is killing it tonight at Tun Tavern Tuesday! #USMC #Marines #SanDiego #craftbeer #u2 #military #history #tuntavern #mcrdmuseum
A big thank you to Pacific Marine Credit Union for continuing to support the Command Museum's VOICE Program. VOICE, or Veteran Outreach & Increased Community Engagement, provides programs, resources, and events annually for our active duty, veterans, their families, and the community at large that provide resources, information, and connect people from all walks of life within the greater San Diego area. In the video clip below, Bill Birnie, President and CEO of Pacific Marine, talks about why it is important for him personally and for PMCU to be involved in the VOICE program. Thank you Pacific Marine for continuing to be so supportive of the Command Museum and our Marine Corps family!
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