13th Commandant of the US Marine Corps
MajGen. John A. Lejeune
Welcome to the marine Corps league, Silver state detachment
Whether you are a Marine, FMF Sailor, family member, or supporter, we thank you for coming to our website.
The Marine Corps League was founded in 1923 by World War I Veteran of Belleau Wood, Commandant of the Marine Corps, then Major General John A. Lejeune. On August 4, 1937, the U.S. Congress Congressionally Chartered the organization as a Veteran Service Organization.
our mission
The mission of the Marine Corps League is to promote the interest and to preserve traditions of the United States Marine Corps; strengthen the fraternity of Marines and their families; serve Marines and FMF Navy Personnel who wear or who have worn the Eagle, Globe and Anchor; and foster the ideals of Americanism and patriotic volunteerism.
The Marine Corps League Silver State Detachment is a nonprofit patriotic veteran's organization made up of veterans and members who band together through camaraderie and fellowship to serve veterans, their families, and our communities in Carson City, Dayton, Virginia City, Genoa, Minden and Gardnerville. We strive to provide support to honorably discharged and retired veterans.
