From a resolution of Continental Congress in 1775, the Marine Corps came into being with the nation it serves, and stayed loyal to it's motto "Semper Fi" ever since. With photos of historic missions and shots of the corps in action today, this illustrated volume gives readers a feel for what it means - and has meant - to be a Marine. On display are the discipline, loyalty, enthusiasm, and poise that distinguish each soldier, and that give the entire Corps such power and cohesion. Here, over time and whatever duty calls, are the select few who make up the tightly knit fighting force known for it's ability to strike at lightning speed with overwhelming power in the most volatile situations, doing whatever it takes, always with the esprit de corps that makes the Marines second to no other fighting force in the world. We see them training, planning, in combat, true to the Marine corps saying "Always Faithful".