07/14/2025
The Women Marines Association TX-7 Opha May Johnson Chapter members join with the family of Ms. Beverly Franklin in this time of mourning. We have lost one our most devoted and beloved members. Ms. Bev, as she was known to many, was a Korea Era veteran. She will be remembered as a strong Woman and Marine who paved the way for so many of us who followed. She will be dearly missed.
Semper Fidelis!
Burial details will be shared as they become available.
06/12/2025
Happy Women Veterans Day!
On June 12, 1948, President Harry S. Truman signed into law the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act allowing women to serve as regular members of the military
Semper Fi Marines!
12/14/2024
Marine Corps League - Avalos Detachment #671
A wonderful day to volunteer honoring our brothers and sisters.
11/10/2024
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARINES!
The United States Marine Corps was established on November 10, 1775, to augment naval forces in the Revolutionary War. The recruiting headquarters was set up by Capt. Samuel Nicholas in the Tun Tavern on Water Street in Philadelphia, which is considered to be the birthplace of the Marines.
Semper Fi!