Nov 8: Luncheon Speaker, Christopher Z. Esrey Commanding Officer, Marine Corps Security Force Battalion, Bangor

Marines Celebrate 247th  Birthday on November 10. Members of the Marine Security Force Battalion under the able leadership of Lt. Col Christopher Esrey will celebrate their birthday at our regular monthly luncheon.

MCSFBN Bangor provides a dedicated quick reaction security force for Naval Base Kitsap. The MCSF Battalion, Bangor is the largest of the Security Force Battalions in the world. It is an independent command, capable of self-administration, organized to support and accomplish their own particular mission.

“On November 10, 1775, a Corps of Marines was created by a resolution of the Continental Congress. Since that date many thousands of men have borne that name Marine. In memory of them it is fitting that we who are Marines should commemorate the Birthday of our Corps by calling to mind the glories of its long and illustrious history.” John A. Lejune, 13th Commandant of the Marine Corps, 1921.

LtCol Christopher Esrey Bio

The Commandant went on to say that “the record of our Corps is one which bears comparison with that of the most famous military organizations in the world’s history. From the Battle of Trenton to the Argonne, Marines have won foremost honors in war and in the long era of tranquility at home. Generation after generation of Marines have grown gray in war in both hemispheres, and in every corner of the seven seas so that our country and its citizens might enjoy peace and security.”

Each year, the current Commandant sends out a message to all of the Marine units. We look forward to hearing this year’s message. The Marines celebrate with their traditions, such as recognizing the oldest and youngest Marine in the room. If you know of an older Marine, please encourage him or her to attend.

Toys for Tots will also be collected. Please bring an unwrapped toy or a donation for this wonderful program.

The monthly luncheons are held at the Bangor Conference Center in Trident Ballroom on base at Bangor, on the second Tuesday of the Month. Doors open at 11 am and we try to conclude the program by 1pm.  Cost is 20. We accept cash, checks and credit cards. Please call Realty Station 360-377-5699 or email: laura@realtystationinc.com for your lunch registration. Please call at your earliest convenience.  Hints to make this successful:

• Cut off for reservations is the Tuesday before the Luncheon Nov 1, 2022
• Please give your name as it appears on your driver’s license.
• Spell your name to help make certain that it will be correct on the gate access sheet.
• If you do not have base access, you will need to provide your date of birth and city of birth.
• Members without an Enhanced Driver’s license must have a base escort.