Pay Disputes, Recruiting, and Early Marine Life

George Washington wasn't thrilled about pulling two battalions from his Army to create a whole new military branch. He had bigger battles to fight and limited resources to stretch. When Congress decided the country needed a Marine Corps, they handed the task to Samuel Nicholas. In today's episode, we'll take a look at the whirlwind of chaotic recruiting efforts, financial headaches, and tavern meetings that would lay the foundation for one of the most storied military forces in history.