Organization Of The Marine Corps League

Publié par Unknown on lundi 17 février 2014

By Krystal Branch


The Marine Corps league was chartered in 1937 by the congress and approved in the same year by President Roosevelt. The organization has the mandate of addressing issues that relate to veterans and advocacy for those in active service. Its approval was done during the 75th congressional term and the leadership mantle can be traced back to Commandant John Lejeune. This happened under the congressional charter title 36 of the United States Code.

The organization endeavors to bring members together in amity and fellowship as they promote interests of veterans and those still serving. Beyond promoting their interests, they seek to preserve the tradition of living and work as marines. It offers a platform for different generations to come together. Membership is drawn from those already serving and marines who have been discharged honorably.

Members of MCL aim at voluntarily offering assistance to current marines, former marines, family member, orphans and widows who are in need. The nature of assistance is not limited. The organization also seeks to perpetuate the history of United States Marine by all means possible. They have made a commitment to mark all anniversaries and occasions that are of significant to the nature or working of marines. This group has grip on the past, present and future marines.

In keeping alive the traditions of Marines, they run various programs aimed at promoting and honoring their tradition and spirit. The Injured Marines program aims at helping those who are wounded in various hospitals across the country. There are naval and army hospitals in Virginia, Maryland, Washington and Texas. There is a Marine 4-life and Injured Marine Support program that mentors and supports those who are transitioning.

Youth programs target the younger generation who will become future marines. Their activities include programs that instill the core values of marines in the young generation. High and elementary school students have the physical fitness program which runs alongside the Boy Scouts of America. There is a scholarship fund for those interested in education as well as the toys for tots initiative.

MCL has placed the interests of veterans high among their priorities. The organization scrutinizes and shapes any legislation that will affect marines and military activity. Veterans have a central organization with a national outlook to address their issues and others that are of national concern. Active marines are served under the Veterans Service Officer Program. Volunteer work by members is offered in VA hospitals across the country.

There is an honor and fun society called the Military Order of the Devil Dogs which operates alongside MCL. It targets members who have been outstanding in their services through different ranks. An auxiliary wing that targets the needs and interests of marines and dependents also exists alongside MCL. Citizens are encouraged to show faith in American institutions as a way of demonstrating their patriotism.

The operations of Marine Corps League are spread in different parts of the United States. The aim is to offer a united stand on all issues affecting veterans and active service men. The memory and history of marines is held sacred and promoted in all platforms necessary. The main aim of this organization is to promote and protect the interests of marines in all sectors of life.




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