USMC Knowledge (BST & Board Questions) with correct answers

By an act of the Continental congress, the United States Marine Corps became a regular branch of our country's service when? correct answer November 10, 1775 Who established the United States Marine Corps? correct answer Captain Samuel Nicholas Where was the United States Marine Corps established? correct answer Tun Tavern, PA Who was the proprietor of the tavern? correct answer Peg Mullen, Robert Mullen's wife. Who was the first Marine Corps recruiter? correct answer Robert Mullen The Marine Corps as it exists today, was formed when? correct answer July 11, 1798 What is the symbol of the United States Marine Corps? correct answer The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor What does each symbol recognize? correct answer The Eagle- recognizes our nation. The Globe- recognizes our worldwide service. The Anchor- recognizes our naval traditions The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor was adopted when? correct answer 1868 Who adopted the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor? correct answer Brig. General Jacob Zealin, 7th Commandant, USMC