Can you explain the reference to Montezuma in the Marines' Hymn? The Montezuma reference dates back to the Mexican-American War (1846-48), specifically a battle on Sept. 13, 1847. The main defensive ...

Patriotic songs generally give us a warm feeling about being part of something large, important and long lasting. We don’t expect policy guidance from a song. But there is an interesting exception: ...

Marines tell the American people they're the few and the proud who uphold honor, courage and commitment -- and leathernecks need to start meeting that expectation, their top officer said this week.

If it were not for the Marines’ Hymn, the last United States attack on Tripoli would be all but forgotten. The original hymn began, “From the Halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli, we will fight ...

In a stirring celebration of 250 years of valor, “The Commandant’s Own” Drum and Bugle Corps and the U.S. Fleet Marine Composite Band united to perform The Marines’ Hymn at the Strathmore gala. The ...