History
Homecoming 250
Ships & Parades
The Blue Angels
Marine Corps Traditions
100

In what year were both the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps founded?

What is 1775?

100

What is the name of the big celebration honoring 250 years of the Navy and Marine Corps?

What is Homecoming 250?

100

What river will the ships parade down during Homecoming 250?

What is the Delaware River?

100

Who are the Blue Angels?

Who are Navy and Marine Corps pilots?

100

What event celebrates the Marine Corps’ founding?

What is the Marine Corps Birthday Ball?

200

In what city were the Navy and Marine Corps started?

What is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?

200

In what city will Homecoming 250 take place?

What is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?

200

What are two of the famous ships people can tour?

What are the Battleship New Jersey and the Cruiser Olympia?

200

What kind of aircraft do the Blue Angels fly?

What are blue fighter jets?

200

What special activity happens at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball?

What is the cake-cutting ceremony?

300

What date marks the official start of the U.S. Navy? (Hint: It’s celebrated each October.)

What is October 13, 1775?

300

What events will be part of Homecoming 250 besides parades?

What are concerts, exhibits, sports games, and more?

300

What kinds of ships will be included in the event?

What are historic ships, replica ships, and active Navy ships?

300

How fast can the Blue Angels’ jets fly?

What is more than 1,500 miles per hour?

300

Who cuts the birthday cake at the Ball?

Who are the oldest and youngest Marines?