Leatherneck Gallery This is where the Marine Corps story begins. From powerful quotes and iconic images of Marines to the tanks and aircraft that shaped the fight, this gallery sets the tone for everything that follows. It honors the courage, sacrifice, and enduring spirit of Marines, past and present. Hosting thousands of ceremonies, reunions, and events each year, this space truly is the heart of the Museum. 📍 Step into our Leatherneck Gallery and begin your journey through 250 years of Marin

#WeaponsWednesday | The Story of “Lucky” This week, history rolls back into view. Meet “Lucky,” an M4A3 Sherman World War II tank that stormed the black sands of Iwo Jima in 1945. It was there at Red Beach 2 with the 5th Tank Battalion, supporting Marines during some of the fiercest fighting of the Pacific War, including the brutal battles near Hill 362A. After Iwo Jima, Lucky was shipped back to Hawaii and converted into a dual flame and gun tank for the planned invasion of Japan. Then the war