Marine Corps League, Allegheny Valley Det. 827

03/21/2026

Let’s share the hell out of this and ensure our brethren can be reunited with family or Marine brothers and laid to rest. Semper Fi!
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Susan Luckman has turned part of her living room into a memorial for a man she never met, and she is now on a mission to find his family.

02/23/2026

02/23/2026

On This Day | February 23, 1945

During the Battle of Iwo Jima, U.S. Marines raised two American flags over Mount Suribachi. The first flag marked the successful capture of the island’s highest point, a critical moment in one of the fiercest battles of World War II. Later that day, it was replaced with a larger flag so it could be seen across the battlefield.

The second flag raising was captured by photographer Joe Rosenthal, creating one of the most recognizable images in American and Marine Corps history. The photograph came to symbolize the perseverance, sacrifice, and enduring values of Marines fighting in the Pacific.

Today, visitors to the World War II Gallery at the National Museum of the Marine Corps can view both historic Iwo Jima flags—the smaller flag raised first and the larger flag immortalized in Rosenthal’s photograph. Preserved together, they stand as powerful reminders of the Marines who fought on Iwo Jima and the legacy that continues to inspire future generations.

02/23/2026

On this day…our Marines got it done!! 🇺🇸 Never forget all our comrades that served and sacrificed for our continued freedom!

02/23/2026

Saturday night we were honored to present awards to the 3 newest Eagle Scouts of Birdville Troop 186 in Natrona Heights!

02/06/2026

Semper Fi!!! 🇺🇸

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12/16/2025

If your Scout Troop would like our Detachment to provide a commendation for your Eagle Scout, please contact us via messenger or by email at [email protected]
Thank you!

12/14/2025

Friday night we had the honor of presenting awards to 4 Eagle Scouts with Troop 173! We wish them continued success and excellence!!

12/11/2025

We had such a great time marching in the Natrona Heights Christmas parade last weekend, and we’re honored to have been invited againin this year! Many thanks to our families and friends who joined in the fun with us!!
Merry Christmas 🎄everyone!