Mission Statement

Members of the Marine Corps League join together in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving the traditions and promoting the interests of the United States Marine Corps,  banding together those who are now serving in the United States Marine Corps and those who have been honorably discharged from that service that they may effectively promote the ideals of American freedom and democracy, voluntarily aiding and rendering assistance to all Marines and former Marines and to their widows and orphans; and to perpetuate the history of the United States Marine Corps and by fitting acts to observe the anniversaries of historical occasions of particular interest to Marines.

New Meeting Dates and Location Effective August 2010

(August 2010) Our General Meetings will be held the 4th Tuesday of each month.  The new location is American Legion Post 16, 4701 NW 6th Street in Gainesville (next to the old Rancher building). For directions, see our Meeting Location page or call Adjutant Bob Barnas 352.538.7355.

GatorDet Mourns The Loss of Norm Froscher

(July 2010) He worked on Corsairs before he became a motorsports writing legend.  And he was the only charter officer who has continued in his post.  Full Story ...

July 4th In Alachua - a good day

(July 2010) It rained in Gainesville and surrounding areas for most of the day.  But rain was hardly seen at all on Independence Day in Alachua.  Full Story ...

Gator Detachment Receives Meritorious Unit Commendation

(June 2010) At the Department of Florida 2010 Convention, the GatorDet was one of 13 detachments recognized for their activity and received this award which authorizes our current members to wear this MCL ribbon.  Ooh Rah!

Commandant DuPree awarded Department of Florida Marine of the Year 2010

(June 2010) Gator Detachment Commandant Scott DuPree awarded the top honor at the 2010 State Convention.  Photos and bio are posted on the Department of Florida web site.  Click here to view ...

Steak Night at the Eagles Club - GatorDet Members had Good Food and Fun

(June 2010) On Friday 11 June we had 27 guests turn out for our Steak Dinner night at the Eagles Club.  Everyone had a good time and we have the pictures to prove it.  Full story...

LCpl Philip Paul Clark, USMC, KIA, 18 May 2010

(May 2010) After a motorcade into Gainesville on 27 May, LCpl Clark’s funeral was held on 28 May.  Gator Det members were attending.  He was laid to rest in the National Cemetery in Bushnell.  Full Story...

New Commemorative Brick Paver Program - Dedication to be soon

(May 2010) Don't miss the opportunity to get your commemorative brick, laser cut with your name or of someone you wish to honor.  This program will have your bricks professionally installed in the Veteran Memorial adjacent to City Hall in the City of Alachua.  To get more info on this opportunity and for updates, ...  Full Story...

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