USMC - The Marines' Hymn

Quick Facts: • The Marines’ Hymn: The tune originates from a 19th-century French comic opera (Geneviève de Brabant) composed by Jacques Offenbach in 1867. • The Lyrics: The lyrics were written anonymously in the 19th century. The opening line commemorates two early, major Marine Corps campaigns: the Battle of Chapultepec ("Halls of Montezuma") and the First Barbary War ("shores of Tripoli"). • Official Adoption: The Marine Corps officially copyrighted the song in 1919. In 1942, the lyrics were updated to include "In the air" to recognize Marine aviation. • Significance: It is the oldest official song of the United States Armed Forces. By tradition, Marines stand at attention whenever it is played. Drop a like, hit subscribe, and let me know what you think in the comments. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: The content on Dexter Television is for general entertainment only. The views expressed belong solely to the creators and do not represent any organization or company. Dexter Television is independent, not politically affiliated, and not sponsored or endorsed by outside groups unless clearly stated. Viewers should enjoy the content responsibly and form their own conclusions.