Marines' Hymn Marines' Hymn The "Marines' Hymn" is the official hymn of the United States Marine Corps, introduced by the first director of USMC Band, Francesco Maria Scala. It is the oldest official song in the United States Armed Forces. The "Marines' Hymn" is typically sung at the position of attention as a gesture of respect. However, the third verse is also used as a toast during formal events, such as the birthday ball and other ceremonies. Some lyrics were popular phrases before the song was written. The line "To the shores of Tripoli" refers to the First Barbary War, and specifically
Republic of China Marine Corps the ROCMC redeployed a brigade near the Taipei area to defend against a possible PRC decapitation strike. The Marine Corps used to be 2 divisions, 66th and 99th divisions, in size, when its doctrine focused on retaking mainland China. Since its transition to a defensive posture, the ROCMC has been downsized. The ROC Marine Corps' official motto is "永遠忠誠" (Forever Loyalty), modeled after the USMC's ""Semper Fidelis"". Republic of China Marine Corps The Republic of China Marine Corps (ROCMC; ), also officially called the Chinese Marine Corps, is the amphibious arm of the Republic of China Navy responsible for amphibious