MCRA News

By Karen Jowers

Eligible veterans get easier access to military bases under new rules

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 / BlogNews

The more than 4 million veterans who are eligible for certain on-base benefits may have an easier time getting into military installations, under new rules announced by the departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs.

The Tun™ Groundbreaking

OLD TOWN Philadelphia, PA

The Tun™ Groundbreaking
Friday, November 29, 2024 / BlogNews

“Happy Birthday!” was the greeting on Sunday, November 10, 2024, when 3,000 people gathered on 2nd Street in Philadelphia’s Old City to celebrate the United States Marine Corps’ 249th birthday and the groundbreaking of The Tun™. The historic Tun was established in Philadelphia in 1693, just 250 yards from where The Tun™ Groundbreaking and Marine Corps Birthday Block Party took place. Although The Tun™ has not stood since 1781, it is well known to Marines worldwide.


VETERANS DAY 2024

Arlington National Cemetery

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 / BlogNews

On 11 November, members of The Marine Corps Reserve Association leadership team honored American Veterans.


Mt. Moriah Lodge Honors U.S. Navy’s 249th Birthday, Raises Funds for Tun Legacy Foundation

Murfreesboro, TN

Saturday, November 16, 2024 / News

On October 13, 2024, the Mt. Moriah #18 F & AM Lodge hosted a distinguished gathering to commemorate the 249th anniversary of the U.S. Navy. The event, which also served as a fundraiser for the Tun Tavern Legacy Foundation, was marked by camaraderie, patriotism, and a shared commitment to naval heritage.

MCRA Participation in Veterans Day 2024

Murfreesboro, TN Honors Veterans with Community-Wide Ceremony

MCRA Participation in Veterans Day 2024
Friday, November 15, 2024 / BlogNews

Murfreesboro, TN – The entire city of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County united to honor veterans on Veterans Day. The Association was privileged to participate in the morning ceremony, with Board Member Andrew Farrer serving as Master of Ceremonies and delivering the invocation.




External Provider Scheduling

Washington, DC

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 / NewsVA News



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