The History of the United States Marine Corps is a comprehensive book by Richard S. Collum that provides a detailed account of the origins, evolution, and achievements of the Marine Corps. The book begins by tracing the history of the Marine Corps from its inception in 1775, through its involvement in major conflicts such as the American Revolution, World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. It also covers the Marine Corps' role in peacetime operations and humanitarian missions, as well as its contributions to national security and foreign policy.The book examines the Marine Corps' organizational structure, training methods, and equipment, and highlights the contributions of notable Marines throughout history. It also explores the Marine Corps' relationship with other branches of the military and the role it plays in joint operations.The author's extensive research and use of primary sources provide readers with a comprehensive and authoritative account of the Marine Corps' history. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in military history, the Marine Corps, or the United States' military history in general.Franklin Wharton Lietenant-Colonel Commandant March 7, 1803. Several Chapters On The Marines In The Civil War. Brig. General Marcus J. Wright Proposed The Legislation That Allowed Confederate Veterans To Be Buried At The Arlington National Cemetery. He Is One Of Only Two Confederate Generals To Be Buried There. Chronicle The Service Of Marines In The Civil War. There Is Also A List Of Officers Breveted During The War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.