History Of The Marine Corps

After seizing weapons and supplies during their daring raid in the Bahamas, the Continental Marines returned from their first amphibious operation with renewed purpose. As Philadelphia fortified the Delaware River, bracing for inevitable attacks on major ports, America’s navy expanded its reach. Ships like the Lexington and Reprisal clashed with British frigates, testing the colonies’ power at sea. Bold captains like John Barry and Lambert Wickes captured prizes, recruited Marines, and showed Britain’s navy was not invincible. These early hard-fought victories set the stage for greater coordination between land and sea forces, expanding the Revolutionary War’s scope. ************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines). This episode is sponsored by Audible. Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehistory