U.S. ARMY 242ND ANNIVERSARY
Date Signed: 6/9/2017 | ALMARS Number: 018/17
ALMARS : 018/17
R 081956Z Jun 17
ALMAR 018/17
MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC DMCS//
SUBJ/U.S. ARMY 242ND ANNIVERSARY//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  On behalf of all Marines, it is my pleasure to congratulate the U.S. Army as you celebrate 242 years of exceptional service to our nation.
2.  Since its founding on 14 June 1775, the U.S. Army has consistently and honorably answered our nations call at home and abroad, fighting with valor to promote freedom around the world.  From the fields of France in World War I and the islands of the Pacific in World War II, to the hills and valleys of Korea and the jungles of Vietnam, and again in the streets of Iraq and the mountains of Afghanistan, Marines have had the privilege of serving alongside our Army comrades.  Today, the fine men and women of the U.S. Army carry on the proud legacy forged by the Soldiers who came before them.
3.  As you commemorate this anniversary, Marines join you in honoring those Soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice and in celebrating the warrior spirit of all Soldiers.
4.  Semper Fidelis, Robert B. Neller, General, U.S. Marine Corps, Commandant of the Marine Corps.//