THE SLATTERY SCUTTLEBUTT (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026)
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The Marine Corps League was founded in 1923 by Major General John A. Lejeune, the 13th Commandant of the Marine Corps, and is the only veterans organization that has been chartered by Congress, receiving its charter on August 4, 1937.
Mission and Purpose
- Preserve Traditions: The League aims to preserve the traditions and spirit of the United States Marine Corps.
- Promote Interests: It promotes the interests of the Marine Corps and strengthens the bond among Marines and their families.
- Serve Members: The organization serves Marines, Navy Fleet Marine Force (FMF) Corpsmen, and FMF Chaplains who have worn the Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem.
NJ Department MCL & MODD Scholarship Application Period 2026
All high school seniors who are related to a NJ MCL member and planning to attend an institution of higher education next year and are looking for ways to pay for that privilege should apply for a scholarship from the NJ Department of the MCL and the NJ Pack of the MODD. Download the application…
2026 SLATTERY DETACHMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Marine Corps League, Detachment #206Lance Corporal Robert J. Slattery Scholarship Scholarships are available to selected qualifying high school seniors and ongoing students in higher education studies at a college, university, or trade school. Eligibility is limited to members, spouses of members, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of a Marine Corps League Slattery Detachment member in good…
Don Patterson
Don Patterson 1936 – 2025 Charles Donald Patterson, age 89, of Hughesville, Maryland, passed away on September 13, 2025. He was born on April 8, 1936. Don proudly served as a US Marine and later retired from the Prince George’s County Sheriff Department. Following his public service, he worked as a self-employed photographer and internet/media…
THE SLATTERY SCUTTLEBUTT (NOVEMBER 2025)
Toys for Tots. Marines History. The Commandants Corner.
TOYS FOR TOTS 2025
Slattery Detachment is supporting Toys for Tots collections for the holidays.
Agent Orange 101: An Intro to Vietnam Era Veterans
Agent Orange 101: An Intro to Vietnam Era Veterans
BOTTLE HILL DAY 2025
Bottle Hill Day 2025 is on Oct 4th from 10AM to 4 PM. It is a Rose Event for the detachment members and a fun day for all.
Slattery Detachment: What We Do
Examples of how our Slattery Marine Corps League provides services to other Marines and their families.
THE SLATTERY SCUTTLEBUTT (SEPTEMBER 2025)
Activities, Events, Members, Marines History, and messages from the Commandant and Department.
2025 Slattery Detachment Scholarships Granted
2025 Slattery Detachment Scholarships Granted
Peter R Gallo
It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Frank William Gargano – a devoted husband, beloved father and grandfather, devout Catholic, loyal friend, and proud former officer in the United States Marine Corps.
Theodore Jemas
It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Frank William Gargano – a devoted husband, beloved father and grandfather, devout Catholic, loyal friend, and proud former officer in the United States Marine Corps.
Frank William Gargano
It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Frank William Gargano – a devoted husband, beloved father and grandfather, devout Catholic, loyal friend, and proud former officer in the United States Marine Corps.
A DESERVED HONOR FOR NJ VETERANS
A DESERVED HONOR FOR NJ VETERANS The New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMAVA) is staffed to support veterans and their families.
THE SLATTERY SCUTTLEBUTT (JANUARY 2024)
Eagle Scouts. Toys for Tots. This Year in Marines History. The Commandants Corner. Our January 2024 Slattery Scuttlebutt.
THE SLATTERY SCUTTLEBUTT (NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 2023)
Our August-September 2023 Slattery Scuttlebutt.
THE SLATTERY SCUTTLEBUTT (AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2023)
Our August-September 2023 Slattery Scuttlebutt.
THE SLATTERY SCUTTLEBUTT (JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2023)
Our January-February 2023 Slattery Scuttlebutt.
