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NATIONAL


MUSEUM OF


THE MARINE


CORPS



The New Virtual Tour


WALK WITH


THE MARINES

Follow the footsteps of Marines past, present & future - from the yellow
footprints that young recruits fill at boot camp, to the black sands of Iwo
Jima, the snow of the Chosin Reservoir, to the jungles of Vietnam or the deserts
of Iraq and Afghanistan.

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Marines in Action


FEATURED GALLERIES

Marines in Action


FEATURED GALLERIES

LEATHERNECK GALLERY

LEATHERNECK GALLERY

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LEGACY WALK

LEGACY WALK

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MAKING MARINES

MAKING MARINES

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WORLD WAR II

WORLD WAR II

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WORLD WAR I

WORLD WAR I

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DEFENDING THE NEW REPUBLIC

DEFENDING THE NEW REPUBLIC

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Timeline


HISTORY OF THE MARINES

DEFENDING THE NEW REPUBLIC

Explore the first century of the Marine Corps from the creation at a tavern in
Philadelphia by members of the Continental Congress through the combat actions
of Marines on both sides of the American Civil War.

Explore the New Republic



1775-1860

GLOBAL EXPEDITIONS

First to Fight follows the Marines into Latin America and across the Pacific to
the Far East as part of the expansion of American interests.

Explore Global Expeditions



1866-1916

WORLD WAR I

World War I dwarfed in size and horror any previous overseas war fought by the
United States. Visitors "hear all about it" first-hand from a newsboy hawking
his papers on a city street.

Explore WW1



1914-1918

WORLD WAR II

America entered WWII on 7 December 1941 against a formidable opponent. The
gallery showcases the gripping story of the Pacific campaigns.

Explore WWII



1940-1945

THE KOREAN WAR

Explore the “forgotten war” in Korea. Coming only five years after the end of
World War II, the Korean War marked a watershed for the Marine Corps and saw the
first use of USMC helicopters and jet powered aircraft in combat.

Explore The Korean War



1946-1953

THE VIETNAM WAR

The Marine Corps fought in Vietnam from 1965 through 1975 – longer than in any
other conflict. Explore close combat, small moments of compassion on the field
of battle & other significant contributions made by Marines.

Explore Vietnam



1965-1975



The Marines


PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE

National Museum of the Marine Corps preserves and exhibits the material history
of the U.S. Marine Corps, honors the commitment, accomplishments, and sacrifices
of Marines.



National Museum of the Marine Corps preserves and exhibits the material history
of the U.S. Marine Corps, honors the commitment, accomplishments, and sacrifices
of Marines.



COLLECTION FINDER

Explore the National Museum of the Marine Corps collection. Immerse yourself in
years of history and access hundreds of artifacts and records.

VIEW COLLECTION

MARINE CORPS HERITAGE FOUNDATION

The Foundation preserves and promulgates the history, traditions and culture of
the Marine Corps and educates all Americans in its virtues. The Foundation seeks
financial support to continuously expand programs at the Museum and beyond its
walls.

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Support Us

The National Museum of the Marine Corps is a lasting tribute to U.S.
Marines--past, present, and future. Under the command of Marine Corps
University, the Museum preserves and exhibits the material history of the U.S.
Marine Corps; honors the commitment, accomplishments, and sacrifices of Marines;
supports recruitment, training, education, and retention of Marines; and
provides the public with a readily accessible platform for the exploration of
Marine Corps history. Join us at the Museum!

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The Virtual Experience is dedicated to the memory of Steven Wallace for his
vision, leadership and generous support.

Location

1775 Semper Fidelis Way
Triangle, VA 22172
Email: info@marineheritage.org

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Hours

Open daily except Christmas Day.
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
FREE Admission & Parking!

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