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Behind every powerful Marine Corps story is a creator who chose to tell it. The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s Annual Awards Program honors art, literature, journalism and creative work that preserves stories of service, sacrifice and strength. Hear directly from past award recipients and judges on why this program matters—and why getting involved makes a lasting impact. If you’re an artist, author, historian, journalist or filmmaker, your work plays a vital role in carrying the Marine Corps

Celebrate the bravery and sacrifices of Marines with “We, The Marines.” This powerful giant screen film is shown exclusively at the Medal of Honor Theater, located inside the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Join us on November 10th to Celebrate the 250th Marine Corps Birthday at the National Museum of the Marine Corps and see our signature film! 🎟️ Tickets available now: https://ow.ly/W8cX50WIrpP #Marine250 #MarineCorpsBirthday #Veterans #WeTheMarines #USMC #MarinesMovie | Marine Corps Her

🎥 “It’s not just an award—it’s a reminder that the Marine Corps story matters.” – Col Bill Davis, CEO of the National Young Marines Program In 2022, Col Davis was honored with the Major Norman Hatch Award for his outstanding long-format documentary highlighting the mission and impact of the Young Marines. Hear him reflect on what this recognition from the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s Annual Awards Program meant to him—and why storytelling matters. 📽️ Watch his message now and be inspired