Assembly Resolution No. 1611
BY: M. of A. Smullen
COMMEMORATING the 251st Birthday of the United
States Marine Corps
WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York,
who have served so honorably in wars in which this country's freedom was
at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace, deserve recognition
from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend
members of the United States Marine Corps, who have served in times of
active conflict, as well as those who have served in times of peace; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the
251st Birthday of the United States Marines Corps on Tuesday, November
10, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Since its creation on November 10, 1775, by a Resolution of
the Second Continental Congress, the United States Marine Corps has
protected our citizens and preserved our freedoms; and
WHEREAS, Through their superb skills in carrying out integrated
land, sea, and air operations, the officers and enlisted men and women
of the United States Marine Corps have earned the respect and gratitude
of all Americans; and
WHEREAS, Just as our country has established for itself a position
of world leadership, the members of the United States Marine Corps have
proven themselves to be dedicated professionals, willing to defend lives
and protect the rights of our citizens and our Nation; and
WHEREAS, Marines have fought in every American armed conflict
beginning with the American Revolution; and
WHEREAS, A United States Marine is trained to hold his ground
against any odds and to ever stand ready to fight anytime, anywhere the
President or Congress may designate; currently, the Marine Corps has
more than 200,000 active and reserve troops; and
WHEREAS, The term Marine has fittingly been associated with courage
and military efficiency and, the Marine Corps' motto "Once a Marine,
Always a Marine" has long been associated with loyalty and dedication;
and
WHEREAS, The people of the State of New York are proud of the United
States Marine Corps' rich heritage and unwavering dedication to our
country; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their
lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing
in action; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit
forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's Marines deserve to be recognized, commended
and thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and
for their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps on
November 10, 2026; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the United States Marine Corps.
