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History of the Marine Corps

The first and only podcast covering the battles, strategies, political decisions, and origin of the United States Marine Corps, from the origin of Tun Tavern to today.

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Pre-Revolution: Samuel Nicholas

Mar 25, 2019

Episode 004, Samuel Nicholas, takes a look at the life, and service of Samuel Nicholas, the first, unofficial Commandant of the Marine Corps. This episode will discuss:

  • The Life of Samuel Nicholas

  • Introduce Benjamin Franklin

  • The Gloucester Foxhunting Club

  • Schuylkill  Fishing Company

  • The Olive Branch Petition / Declaration of the Necessity for Taking up Arms

This episode will also discuss the second Continental Congress, their decision to raise a military and the start of the United States Marine Corps.