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Memorial Day Reflections

by Lieutenant General George J. Trautman III USMC (Ret.), Chairman, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation

This Memorial Day, our nation will pause to reflect on the price of the many freedoms we enjoy as Americans. Our nation offers a unique way of life for the many – guaranteed by the sacrifices of a few.

It is all too easy to distance ourselves from the many demands placed upon our servicemen and women. Our Marines are never far from danger and the Corps’ losses each year make Memorial Day all the more reflective.

To our fallen Marines, we owe a debt that can never be repaid. So, at this critical moment of remembrance for our country, we reaffirm our commitment to the Marines who have given their lives in service to our country. By investing in the education of their children, the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation continues to honor their sacrifice – building a future that would make them proud.

On behalf of the Scholarship Foundation, our board of directors, staff scholars and Marine families everywhere, I wish you and your family all the best on this Memorial Day.

Semper Fidelis,


Lieutenant General George J. Trautman III USMC (Ret.)
Chairman

If You Can, You Must Scholarship Initiative

More than 14 years ago, Dakota Meyer, a U.S. Marine serving in the War in Afghanistan, risked his life to bravely save the lives of U.S. and Afghan forces in the Battle of Ganjgal. For his actions, he was awarded the Medal of Honor, the first living Marine in more than forty years to receive the award. Since leaving active duty, Dakota has embraced opportunities for continued service. Through his partnership with the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, the “If You Can, You Must” Scholarship will provide educational scholarships to the children of Marines and inspire the future leaders of America.

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