Marine Corps League Chesty Puller Detachment #269

Marine Corps League Chesty Puller Detachment #269 The oldest active detachment in the Department of Ohio.The League is an organization of U.S. Marines. It aims to perpetuate the traditions and spirit of the U.S.

It is composed of Marines and former Marines with honorable service. Marine Corps. History of the League

John A Lejeune “The League is an organization of U.S. Marine Corps through the continuous association of Marines who served under the Globe and Anchor at any time, in war or peace.
“There are League detachments all across the country. Regular meetings are conducted under a unified ritual, with

the Marine Corps spirit and atmosphere predominating.
“The only membership qualification is honorable service, in access of 90 days in the Marines. This means that, regardless of rank held, regardless of when or where a Marine served, regardless of what division or wing he may or may not have served with, that Marine male, or female is welcome in the Marine Corps League. Marine Corps Seal “A common trait of League members is the spirit of Semper Fidelis, the spirit of being “always faithful” to the Country, The Corps, and to their fellow marines, in service and out. So deep is this ingrained in members that, long after most have hung up the uniform for the last time, they still dare to call each other “Marine.” Each seems to hold the League slogan as a personal truth, that of “Once a Marine-Always a Marine.”
“Being a Marine is what it’s all about. John A. Lejeune, who founded the Marine Corps League in 1923, put this first above all else. Although he was the Major General Commandant of the Corps, a decorated hero of the First World War, and the former Commanding General of the victorious Second Army Division, he said his first claim to fame was, “I am a Marine!” All of his other attainments came farther down the list. There was nothing more important to him.
“The U.S. Congress felt that the purposes of the Marine Corps League were so valid that in 1937 it granted the League a federal charter.
“The Marine Corps Leagues stands at the forefront, to serving in our hospitals, helping our communities, working with our youth, and assisting our Marines and veterans. Its members realize some of the greatest rewards of life, those of friendship and the sense of individual and group fulfillment.”
Join the Marine Corps League today – make a difference! Taken from the Marine Corps League National Headquarters, “The Marine Corps League – What’s That?”

Scheduled Meetings
Second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 7:30PM

Meeting Address
AMERICAN LEGION POST 281
1601 Front Street
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221-4709

04/05/2026
03/31/2026

Honored to attend the official signing of Ohio Senate Bill 244. August 26 is now “Abbey Gate Remembrance Day,” honoring the 13 service members lost at Hamid Karzai International Airport in 2021, including Navy Corpsman Max Soviak—with his family in attendance. We will never forget. 🙏🦅🌎⚓️

03/20/2026
01/14/2026

Host Retired Sgt. Kevin Kellar discuss the different resources made available for Homeless Veterans.

01/04/2026

God bless the United States Military—America stands because they stand. 🇺🇸

12/24/2025
12/13/2025

Chesty is ready for America’s Game🇺🇸

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12/07/2025

On this date, December 7, 1941, we pause to remember Pearl Harbor — a day that forever changed our nation. We honor the brave service members who stood in the face of unimaginable adversity and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Their courage, resilience, and unwavering dedication to our country will never be forgotten. Today, we reflect, we remember, and we reaffirm our commitment to preserving the legacy of all who served.

12/03/2025

The NFL star, the son of veterans, helps veterans and their families find strength through service.

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1601 Front Street
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
44221

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