𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝘀: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗱 | The Philippine Marine Corps proudly traces its roots to Umiray, Quezon - the historic birthplace of its First Landing on April 19, 1951. This sacred ground symbolizes the origin of the Corps’ enduring legacy of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering service to the nation. From the shores of Umiray began a tradition of honor and excellence that continues to define every Marine today.

Depicted on the cover is the Inauguration of the Military Park and the Unveiling of the Commemorative Marker of the First Amphibious Landing of the Philippine Marine Corps. This marker stands as benchmark of the Corps’ historic landing in Umiray Quezon, as a rapid deployment force and serves as a lasting tribute to the heroism of the Marines and traces the Corps’ remarkable evolution. The image represents strength, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between the Philippine Marines and the homeland they are sworn to protect. It reflects the Corps’ enduring mission of coastal defense, amphibious warfare, and the safeguarding of the nation’s archipelagic domain.

As a vital component of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Philippine Marine Corps remains ready, specialized, and reliable in defending the country’s maritime frontiers. Through continuous modernization, rigorous training, and the development of highly capable combined-arms units, the Corps sustains its operational excellence in the complex and dynamic environments.

From Umiray to every shoreline of the Philippines, their commitment remains steadfast in serving and upholding the legacy forged from the very place where it all began.