The Change of Command occurred on January 12, 2010. 
Welcome to our new officers and an OOH-RAH to the outgoing officers, they are a tough act to follow
(see the Officers and Activities pages for some photos)
 

Detachment 680 is based in San Luis Obispo, California and our membership covers all of San Luis Obispo county. We are among the largest Detachments in California and pride ourselves on our wide range of activities.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Our primary goal, as a Detachment, is to serve all Marines, past, present, and future, support their families and dependents, preserve the traditions of the Marine Corps by upholding its standards, and promote the interests of the United States of America.

MARINES' HYMN

From the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli
We fight our country's battles in the air on land and sea
First to fight for right and freedom and to keep our honor clean
We are proud to claim the title of United States Marine

Our Flag's unfurled to every breeze from dawn to setting sun
We have fought in every clime and place where we could take a gun
In the snow of far off northern lands and in sunny tropic scenes
You will find us always on the job the United States Marines

Here's health to you and to our Corps which we are proud to serve
In many a strife we've fought for life and never lost our nerve
If the Army and the Navy ever look on heaven's scenes
they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines

The Marines Prayer

Almighty Father, whose command is over all and whose love never fails, make me aware of Thy presence and obedient to Thy will. Keep me true to my best self, guarding me against dishonesty in purpose in deed and helping me to live so that I can face my fellow Marines, my loved ones and Thee without shame or fear. Protect my family. Give me the will to do the work of a Marine and to accept my share of responsibilities with vigor and enthusiasm. Grant me the courage to be proficient in my daily performance. Keep me loyal and faithful to my superiors and to the duties my country and the Marine Corps have entrusted to me. Make me considerate of those committed to my leadership. Help me to wear my uniform with dignity, and let it remind me daily of the traditions which I must uphold. If I am inclined to doubt; steady my faith; if I am tempted, make me strong to resist; if I should miss the mark, give me courage to try again. Guide me with the light of truth and grant me wisdom by which I may understand the answer to my prayer.
Amen.

Marine Corps League Mission Statement+

Members of the Marine Corps League join together in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving the traditions and promoting the interest of the United States Marine Corps. This is accomplished by banding together those who are now serving in the United States Marine Corps and those who have been honorably discharged from that service; voluntarily aiding and rendering assistance to all Marines and former Marines and to their widows and orphans, and by perpetuating the history of the United States Marine Corps through fitting acts to observe the anniversaries of historical occasions of particular interest to Marines.

MCL 680 also participates in many community services and events including: Honor Guard, Toys for Tots, Veterans Museum, Atascadero Veterans Memorial, scholarships for Marine dependents, and instrumental in installation of flagpoles at different locations in SLO county.  We also disseminate information pertaining to veterans affairs and strive to provide coordination between the various veterans organizations.
 

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Last Update: 01/14/2010