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Search MENU Home All Posts Flag Information History Lessons Announcements Stars For Our Troops FEBRUARY 28TH, 2017 The Marine Corps Emblem: Elements and Meaning by  jeremiah For Marines, the Eagle, Globe, & Anchor is a hallowed symbol. It’s a badge of honor. Marines wear the Eagle, Globe, & Anchor on their uniforms; it’s a central part of the  Marine Corps flag ; and many Marines get it tattooed on their body. Earning the Eagle, Globe, & Anchor is what makes a Marine…a Marine.   New Marine receives the Eagle, Globe, & Anchor The Eagle, Globe, & Anchor consists of three parts. The top part is the Eagle. USMC Enlisted Emblem The eagle signifies the Marines’ commitment to support and defend the Constitution. It also represents the fact that we fight ‘in the air.’ Our aviation heroes include such figures as the Honorable John H. Glenn, Jr (Marine fighter pilot, test pilot, astronaut, and U.S. Senator). Honorable John H. Glenn, Jr. The Eagle carries a banne...