On the Coolsingel in Rotterdam, King Willem-Alexander Declined the parade on the occasion of the 350th anniversary of the Marine Corps. That firing about two thousand Marines and veterans Participated.
Among other Hennis Defence Minister made a speech: "they are often the first to enter the arena to providence a crisis head", Said the minister "In many places theyhave made a significant contribution to the restoration of order and. stability. And in the future will be called upon or at our Marines. "
To Conclude the ceremony, six navy helicopters flew over the city.
The Marine Corps is the oldest military part of the Netherlands. The Marines are trained for special operations. They have Participated in numerous at missions to conflict areas. At this time, Marines train the Peshmerga into Iraq to fight IS.
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