Marine Corps League

Mission of the Marine Corps League

The mission of the Marine Corps League is to promote the interest and to preserve traditions of the United States Marine Corps; strengthen the fraternity of Marines and their families; serve Marines, FMF Corpsmen, and FMF Chaplains who wear or have worn the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor; and foster the ideals of Americanism and patriotic volunteerism.

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Who We Are

Lance Corporal Squire "Skip" Wells Marine Corps League Detachment 647 of Marietta, Georgia, is an organization of United States Marines and Navy FMF Corpsmen who enjoy the camaraderie of Marines and work together for the greater good.

Originally established as the Greater Atlanta Detachment on July 2, 1990, the detachment was renamed in honor of LCpl Squire "Skip" Wells on November 17, 2015. A native of Cobb County, Georgia, Wells was on of five servicemembers killed in the Chattanooga, TN terrorist attack on July 16, 2025.

What We Do

Features of MCL Det 647

  • Monthly Detachment Meetings
  • Exclusive Detachment Newsletters
  • Support Local Marines and Families in Need
  • Community Affairs
  • Community Parades
  • Veteran Connection Meetings and Luncheons
  • Honor the Fallen

Benefits of Joining MCL Det 647

  • Camaraderie and Fellowship
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Win Raffle Prizes and Other Giveaways
  • Attend Exclusive Social Events
  • Give Back to the Community
  • Support our Youth and Future Leaders
  • Access to Veterans Benefits

Where & When We Meet

Detachment Meetings

Dave Poe's BBQ
660 Whitlock Ave NW
Marietta, GA 30064

First Saturday of every month from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, unless it's a holiday or other, when we meet on the 2nd Saturday.