Tun Tavern

 

Near here stood Tun Tavern, 1693–1781, which is regarded as the traditional birthplace of the United States Marine Corps, authorized by a resolution of the Continental Congress, November 10, 1775.

SEMPER FIDELIS

Marker is at the intersection of South Front Street and Samson Street, on the right when traveling north on South Front Street.

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