Saturday 22 February 2014

Understand The Marine Corps League

By Krystal Branch


The Marine Corps league is an organization that was chartered by Congress to deal with veteran related issues. Its charter was approved by President Roosevelt in 1937 after a nod by the 75th congress. Its foundation dates back to 1923 and credited to the legendary Commandant John A Lejeune. Its congressional charter is held under Title 36 of the United States Code.

The team aims at ensuring the unity and fellowship of members and addressing any issue affecting active service men and veterans. They are mandated with preservation of the history and traditions of marines. There is a cross generational approach to these endeavors because membership is drawn from honorably discharged veterans and active marines. Their advocacy affects the two groups as well.

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.

In keeping alive the traditions of Marines, they run various programs aimed at promoting and honoring their tradition and spirit. The Injured Marines program aims at helping those who are wounded in various hospitals across the country. There are naval and army hospitals in Virginia, Maryland, Washington and Texas. There is a Marine 4-life and Injured Marine Support program that mentors and supports those who are transitioning.

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.

Emphasis is laid on veteran benefits that is a wide segment with far reaching effects. The legislative program allows the veterans to participate in national debates and handling issues that affect marines or veterans. There is a Veterans Service Officer Program that addresses claims and issues affecting those who are already in active service. A volunteer program that assists in VA clinics and hospitals is also run by MCL.

The honor and fun society of the MCL is the Military Order of the Devil Dogs. This wing honors outstanding work by its members. There is an auxiliary wing, as well, that hopes to promote the interests of Marines and their dependents. This group advocates for patriotism by encouraging citizens and members to remain faithful to the American institutions.

Marine Corps League has offices in different cities to ease service delivery to its members. It offers a national platform for addressing veteran issues in a unified manner. They hold sacred the tradition, history and memory of marines and their service. Advocacy for the interest of veterans goes on in all sectors of life.




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