Marine Corps League - Indian River Detachment #058

10/11/2026

10/11/2026

10/09/2026

Like to remind people that we still have seats available. Please scan the QR code below to purchase tickets or go to our website and at the bottom of the page the link for purchase is there.

09/29/2026

Our own member Cliff Perez asked to be the honor guard in the American Cemetery in Normandy France. He got to place the wreath in a ceremony. He wore is Marine Corps League shirt. As he stated “that it was a Saving Private Ryan moment.”

09/26/2026

IT IS EVERY MARINES FAVORITE TIME OF THE YEAR. MARINE CORPS BALL. PLEASE GO TO OUR WEBSITE AND PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS.

08/07/2026

The Purple Heart Day🇺🇲

The Purple Heart is the oldest U.S. military decoration still awarded in its original lineage, tracing its history to the Badge of Military Merit, established by General George Washington on August 7, 1782, during the American Revolutionary War.

The Badge of Military Merit recognized enlisted soldiers for exceptional service and faithful performance of duty. Following the Revolutionary War, the award fell into disuse and was no longer presented.

On February 22, 1932—the 200th anniversary of George Washington’s birth—the U.S. War Department revived the decoration as the modern Purple Heart.

Today, the Purple Heart is awarded in the name of the President to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who are wounded or killed as a result of enemy action while serving under competent military authority. Federal law and military regulations also authorize the award in certain other qualifying circumstances, including for some former prisoners of war and victims of qualifying terrorist attacks.

Unlike decorations awarded primarily for valor or meritorious achievement, the Purple Heart recognizes the physical wounds and sacrifices made in service to the nation.

Today, it remains one of America’s most respected military decorations—a lasting symbol of courage, sacrifice, and devotion to duty.

“The Purple Heart is not awarded for seeking glory. It is awarded in recognition of the wounds and sacrifices borne in defense of our nation.” 🇺🇸

08/07/2026

On National Purple Heart Day, we recognize the service and sacrifice of every Purple Heart recipient. Your courage is what strengthens our Nation. Thank you.

06/02/2026

“Retreat? Hell, We Just Got Here!”

Today, we remember the legacy of Marines who fought at the Battle of Belleau Wood during World War I, helping to cement the Corps' reputation as the world's premier fighting force.

During the intense battle, the 4th Marine Brigade, comprised of the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments, and the 6th Machine Gun Battalion, fought aggressively through the wheat fields and woodlands in France, helping to stop a major German advance toward Paris in 1918. The Battle of Belleau Wood became a major turning point for the Corps, providing Marines with experience in large scale operations.

Legend has it that Marines were later called Teufel Hunden ("Devil Dogs" in German) due to the relentless tenacity while taking enemy positions during the battle. Because of the Marines’ unwavering commitment, the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments were awarded the French Croix de Guerre, an award presented to individuals or units for acts of valor and bravery on the battlefield.

Semper Fidelis.

✍️ (U.S. Marine Corps graphic by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)

📷 (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Garrett Gillespie)