Semper Fidelis: The Marine Corps Motto

Latin for "always faithful," Semper Fidelis became the Marine Corps motto in 1883. It guides Marines to remain faithful to the mission at hand, to each other, to the Corps, and to our Nation. It ensures that the battle will be won.

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About the United States Marine Corps:

The Marine Corps defends the people of the United States at home and abroad. Within every Marine is the willingness to engage and determination to defeat any adversary, and it is this fighting spirit that allows us to fight and win our Nation’s battles.

The mission of the United States Marine Corps is made up of three promises: We make Marines, we win our Nation’s battles, and we develop quality citizens prepared to fight and win battles.

You don’t join the Marines—you become one, forged in the crucible of training aboard our recruit depots on Parris Island, South Carolina, and in San Diego, California, or through the dedication required of officer candidates at Officer Candidates School in Quantico, Virginia. Beyond the physical requirements, aspiring Marines must prove they have the honor, courage, and commitment to face and defeat any obstacle.

Today, more than 180,000 enlisted Marines and 23,000 Marine Officers serve in active duty or reserve forces on bases and in communities around the world, proudly carrying with them the core values of the Marine Corps.

[johnm.johnson]

Its not a saying, its a way of life. I live by it, and always will. Semper Fi  1974-1981

[sundown]

I am 53 yrs past my oath of enlistment, in a wheel chair and on full-time oxygen. Only for the 1st 3days of Boot Camp, have I ever been tempted to renounce my allegiance to the Marine Corps and my brothers and sisters in arms. For a man who used to run up and down mountains, to have learned just how fragile his body can be, is traumatic in itself. One of the few things to perk me up and ignite the smoldering coals of Patriotism, is the sound of the Marines Hymn or Boots & cadence on a grinder

[bettymerritt]

I got this at 83 yrs old. Still getting stronger . Ain't no body gonna slow this old Marine down

[NC]

I just returned from a one-week trip to Parris Island with the Young Marines. Tonight I'm meeting with a recruiter for a second time, with my parents. I can't wait to become a marine, to serve my country, and embrace that Marine Corps spirit.

[jerryhumphrey]

We are always faithful, continues in my life with a terminal of truck drivers night shift, we watch out for each other, in an language.

[ray]

Best thing and hardest I ever done to become a ''MARINE''. Being a MARINE is a pride for life. THANK YOU CORPS.

[jarebear]

had my papers signed today. I take my ASVAB on friday, and im going to MEPS on tuesday.
I cant wait for boot camp so i can finally earn the title of a Marine.

[svstreetreeman]

I was never A Marine, Just part of the team Navy Senior Chief Corpsman 1979-2002 FMF The Proudest time of my life with my Brothers .

[kathrynkringle]

Why disrespect the marines or any branch of the military they all risk their lives I respect all them 100% and hope I can join soon I'm already looking into it

[robertaman]

"Stepping into the boots of those who fought before you" . . . Well said!! . . . Semper Fi!

[dollyhk]

Yup! Once a marine always a marine! God bless them all 🙏🙏🙏

[leahjoyeleenrussell]

ONCE A MARINE ALWAYS A MARINE. MY HUSBAND AND MY YOUNGEST SON WERE. RATHER ARE STILL MARINES

[SonOfTheCow]

For a code that isnt written, Or spoken, but lived. Its what we do, Its who we are, Its the battle cry of our fighting spirit ~ USMC

[FNorway]

God bless you Marines. As a Norwegen I'm hoping to get my greencard so I can enlist and join side by side with you. Its an honor to even be adressed as a marine recruit and to hold the prestige titled of a United states Marine is lifelong honor few can relate to. God bless the United States Armed Forces.

[manbunmechanic]

I want to be a marine when I get out of high school I want to fight so others don't have to

[catspajamas]

I'm a senior in high school and just joined last July. Though I'm not yet a Marine, I think it's definitely important that you make sure you join for the right reason because that's what's gonna get you through boot camp and drive your success in the Marines. That's what our recruiters tell us. As for the nay-sayers, just block them out and think about your life and what you wanna do. I'm sure a Marine could give better advice but that's my take on it.

[marphiangeskebei]

The Few The Proud The Marines Semper Fi to all my brothers and sisters

[Thezombierapist]

@F85Norway you just gained a lot of respect from me

[ryannarito]

My dad was happy serve in the marines he just didn’t do that to kill the enemy he did for America and his family he was to be a marine

[usmcmrslong]

I can't wait to pick up that torch!!