Date Posted:20:44:07 03/06/07 Tue Author: Gunnery Sergeant (Fideli Certa Merces) Subject: Re: Need help with translation In reply to:
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's message, "Need help with translation" on 19:18:57 09/17/04 Fri
Fideli Certa Merces is a Latin phrase meaning "those that sacrifice will be rewarded." This is not the exact translation, but the meaning is accurate. According to Heraldry and Crests, the exact translation is “To the faithful there is certain reward”
Found on all U.S. Marine Corp Honorable discharge certificate, it represents the valor and sacrifices Marines gave to ensure "one nation under God" that is safe and secure for citizens around the world to live and flourish in.
