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How to Join​

  • Complete Application: Click on the Marine Corps League membership application form above, and download and complete the form. 

  • Reach out to the detachment at ashecountymarines@gmail.com

  • Provide Proof: Submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of service for eligibility verification. 

  • Pay Dues: Pay your annual membership dues. 

  • Attend a Meeting: Attend a detachment meeting to be officially sworn into the detachment. 

Who Can Join

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To join the Marine Corps League as a regular member, you must be an active duty or honorably discharged U.S. Marine (90+ days active duty or 90+ Reserve Retirement Credit Points), or a Navy FMF-qualified Corpsman who served with Marines. For regular members, proof of service with an honorable discharge (e.g., DD-214) is required. Associate membership is open to those who support the League but are not eligible for regular membership.

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Regular membership

You must meet one of the following criteria to become a regular member: 

  • Active Duty Marine:.

Served honorably on active duty in the U.S. Marine Corps for at least 90 days​

  • Marine Corps Reserve:

Served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and earned a minimum of 90 Reserve Retirement Credit Points. 

  • Navy FMF Corpsman:

Served as a U.S. Navy Corpsman, trained with Marine Fleet Marine Force (FMF) units for more than 90 days, and earned the Marine Corps device (clasp) or the Warfare Device authorized for FMF Corpsmen. 

  • Navy FMF Chaplain:

Served as a U.S. Navy Chaplain who earned the FMF Badge (or FMF Ribbon) while deploying with Marines in the FMF. 

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Associate Membership

  • Non-Marine Support:

    Individuals who do not meet the criteria for regular membership but support the aims and ideals of the Marine Corps League. 

  • Sponsored:

    Typically requires sponsorship by at least two regular members of the League. 

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