118TH BIRTHDAY U.S. NAVY HOSPITAL CORPSMAN
Date Signed: 6/13/2016 | ALMARS Number: 018/16
ALMARS : 018/16
R 131130Z JUN 16
ALMAR 018/16
MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC DMCS//
SUBJ/118TH BIRTHDAY U.S. NAVY HOSPITAL CORPSMAN//
RMKS/1.  On 17 June 2016, The U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsmen will celebrate their 118th birthday.
2.  On behalf of all Marines, I extend our genuine and most heartfelt congratulations to the men and women of the U.S. Navy Hospital Corps upon the occasion of their 118th birthday.
3.  Since 1898, Marines have enjoyed a fraternity with the Navy Hospital Corps.  From the inception of the Hospital Corps to the present, your unwaivering commitment to our Marines continues to be recognized.  Whether deployed or in garrison, you have proudly served alongside our Marines and provided world class care to them and their families across the globe.  As our Corps continues to transform, the continued reliance upon "Doc" has never been more critical.  As we prepare for challenges ahead, we take great comfort in knowing that our Corpsmen will continue to be at our side as they have been for the last 118 years.
4.  As you celebrate and reflect upon your heritage, know that every Marine greatly appreciates your many sacrifices and selfless dedication to our country, our families, and the Marines of our Corps.  On behalf of every Marine, civilian Marine, family member and friend of the Corps, I wish every Hospital Corpsman a Happy 118th Birthday.
5.  Semper Fidelis, Robert B. Neller, General, U.S. Marine Corps, Commandant of the Marine Corps.//