Washington's Marines with Maj. Gen. Jason Bohm

Text the show! This week on Prime & Load! we’re joined by Maj. Gen. Jason Bohm, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), author of Washington’s Marines. Together we explore the origins of the Continental Marines and their vital role in America’s fight for independence.From the early recruitment of Marines and their first amphibious assault in the Bahamas to their actions at Trenton and Princeton, Maj. Gen. Bohm helps uncover how these early warriors shaped America’s identity as a maritime nation. We also discuss George Washington’s complicated relationship with the Marines, the role of naval infantry in 18th-century warfare, and how John Paul Jones used Marines to strike directly at the English coast.Whether you’re a student of the American Revolution or a proud member of the Corps, this episode dives deep into the legacy of the first Marines and the origins of U.S. amphibious warfare.Washington's Marines: The Origin of the Corps and the American RevolutionBy Maj. Gen. Jason Bohm, USMC Ret.Support the showGeneral Recommended ReadingThe Military Experience in the Age of Reason, By Christopher DuffyInfantry in Battle 1733-1783, By Alexander Burns*All materials are affiliated links that earn the show commission. Using these links helps support the podcast. Thank you.