Understanding The Marine Corps League

By Krystal Branch


The Marine Corps League gained congressional approval under Title 36 of the United States Code in 1937 under the stewardship of Commandant Lejeune John. This happened during the 75th congress and under the guidance of President Roosevelt. It is supposed to deal with issues affecting veterans and Marines in active national service.

The organization endeavors to bring members together in amity and fellowship as they promote interests of veterans and those still serving. Beyond promoting their interests, they seek to preserve the tradition of living and work as marines. It offers a platform for different generations to come together. Membership is drawn from those already serving and marines who have been discharged honorably.

The activities of MCL target veterans, current Marines, their dependents, families, windows and orphans. Their voluntary support to these members is unlimited and diverse to meet different needs. Another central focus for the group is promoting and perpetuating the history and honor of marine traditions. They mark important occasions with honor and ensure that anniversaries are marked. Their focus on past, present and future marines has raised its profile and widened its influence.

The MCL structure supports and organizes different programs that make it easier to accomplish their mission. They are interested and passionate about preservation of their tradition and maintaining the spirit of marines. Injured marines program seeks to provide high quality and diverse medical assistance in hospitals across states. They support medical centers in Washington, Maryland, Texas and Virginia. Injured and transitioning marines are cared under the mentor-ship of Marine-4life program.

Youth programs provide mentor-ship by targeting the young generation that is posed to join the corps. The aim is to emphasize on the core values of a corp for the young marines. There is a physical fitness program that targets elementary and high school students. The Boy Scouts of America is part of their programs. There is a toys for tots and a scholarship program that provides academic support.

Veteran benefits are a major concern for MCL with a lot of activities in this regard. The team works on all legislation that touch on marines or the military. The organization offers a platform for veterans to contribute in debates about national issues. Veterans Service Officer Program handles claims by marines in active services. Members volunteer to work in VA hospitals and clinics on regular basis.

The Military Order of the Devil Dogs is a fun and honor wing of the organization. It seeks to recognize outstanding services delivered by its members through award of different ranks. There is an auxiliary organization that operates alongside MCL in championing the issues of veterans and their dependents. There is a call to maintain faithfulness to the American spirit through her institutions.

The operations of Marine Corps League are spread in different parts of the United States. The aim is to offer a united stand on all issues affecting veterans and active service men. The memory and history of marines is held sacred and promoted in all platforms necessary. The main aim of this organization is to promote and protect the interests of marines in all sectors of life.




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