Remarks by Ambassador Yuri Kim at the Marine Ball on the 247th Anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on November 26, 2022
Good evening President Begaj, Defense Minister Peleshi, and friends – thank you all for joining us in celebrating the 247th birthday of the United States Marine Corps!
We gather for many events throughout the year, but this one is particularly special – and deeply personal – for me.
I was born in Korea and grew up in Guam, both places whose freedom was won by the courage and sacrifice of the U.S. Marines. My fellow Guamanian, Sergeant Spates, can attest that the main road growing up and down our island is named “Marine Corps Drive.” Not a . . .