NORTH ATTLEBORO - A 247th birthday party was held for the Marine Corps during a brief ceremony on Thursday in the town hall lobby.
The speaking portion of the program was led by North Attleboro, Plainville and Wrentham Veterans Agent Stephen Travers. Later, officials cut into a red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting.
Click the video below to stream highlights of Thursday's party.
The birthdays for the other branches of the military are Army on June 14, Coast Guard on August 4, Air Force on September 18, Navy on October 13.
