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kctgreat | 17:52 Sat 30th Jun 2007 | Phrases & Sayings
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What does that translate into? And why do the marines say it?

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'Semper fidelis' is Latin for 'Always Faithful'. It is the motto of the United States Marine Corps. However, it was the motto of the city of Exeter in England for centuries before the US Marine Corps was even thought of!
07:06 Fri 06th Jul 2007
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Good grief! A perfect translation and explanation, as requested, with a bit of historical background thrown in for two stars!
07:44 Fri 06th Jul 2007
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LOL. Sorry Quizsmonster. Thought you sounded a bit pompous. I'm an american. :) And I've seen some of your more elaborate answers...this was not one of them. LOL. Thanks for your input brainiac!
08:21 Fri 06th Jul 2007
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OK, Kct, in American terms then, I shall henceforth consider myself to be "a two-star general"!
12:19 Fri 06th Jul 2007

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