To use a pumice stone, soften the calloused skin in warm water, wet the stone, then gently rub the stone over the area using circular motions until you remove the dead skin. In addition to its primary purpose exfoliating skin, you can also use pumice to remove hair, remove pills from fabric, and even clean your toilet.
Thereby, on 10 November 1775 the Marine Corps was established, this is the date Marines now refer to as the birth date of the United States Marine Corps. Tun Tavern in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is recognized as the birthplace of the Marine Corps.
1 The Continental Marines were the marine force of the American Colonies during American Revolutionary War. 2  The Corps was formed by the Continental Congress on November 10, 1775, and was disbanded in 1783. 3  The Continental Marines' first and only Commandant was Captain Samuel Nicholas.