WI SJR87

Wisconsin Legislature celebrates the U.S. Marine Corps's 250th birthday on November 10, 2025, marking the anniversary of the Continental Congress vote on November 10, 1775, to raise two battalions of marines

Over 165,000 active-duty marines currently serve worldwide defending the nation

Hundreds of marines have trained at Fort McCoy in Monroe County, Wisconsin, participating in live-fire exercises, medical training, and the Cold Weather Operations Course

Resolution recognizes the Marine Corps's 250 years of service to the country, constitution, and liberties under the motto "Semper Fidelis" (always faithful)