Group aims to rebuild Tun Tavern, birthplace of Marines
In 1775, the Tun was the birthplace of what became the U.S. Marine Corps, hosting sign-ups by the Delaware River at what is now Penn's Landing.
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In 1775, the Tun was the birthplace of what became the U.S. Marine Corps, hosting sign-ups by the Delaware River at what is now Penn's Landing.
National Park Service rangers in the historic district field questions all day from visitors. One of the most-asked is: "Where is Tun Tavern?"
Plans are underway to build a reconstructed Tun Tavern in Philadelphia in time for the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday.
National Park Service rangers in the historic district field questions all day from visitors. One of the most-asked is: "Where is Tun Tavern?"
The CCAC recommended designs favored by surcharge recipient representatives for use in the 2025 commemorative coin program honoring the U.S. Marine Corps' 250th anniversary.