The fledgling United States Marine Corps proved its dauntless courage with a "miracle" victory in the Battle of Derna on the shores of Tripoli in North Africa on this day in history, April 27 ...

Q: With Tripoli in the news lately, we were wondering: What happened on "the shores of Tripoli," and why is it mentioned in the Marine Corps Hymn? And what are ...

The Battle of Derna. ... Published December 03, 2020. In 1805, ... The Americans must hold out until 1805, capture Derna and clear port cities of enemy frigates.