Marine Corps marks 250th anniversary with commemorative coin
On this day in 1775, John Adams drafted a resolution that created what was then known as the Continental Marines.
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Happening today — the U.S. Marine Corps turns 250 years old.
On this day in 1775, John Adams drafted a resolution that created what was then known as the Continental Marines.
To honor the milestone, the U.S. Mint unveiled a special commemorative coin.
There are currently more than 200,000 active duty and reserve Marines serving across the country.
