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Originally Posted by Alex
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I don't know the US, never went there.
But in case what you said was supposed to be latin language ? 
It is Semper Fi  for Semper Fidelis.
Always faithful.
Sorry, I just like latin language a lot. 
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Originally Posted by TheBeast
Yes, it is like commonly used slang. Why, I do not know.. "Semper Fidelis" is the motto meaning "Always Faithful" and it is plastered over almost every US Marine Corps Medal, Award, etc. I have. One Marine saying it to another is like saying "You can depend on me" or "I have your back". This motto falls in line with another saying within the Marine Corps "Once a Marine, Always a Marine". Even Marines kicks out of the service ratain this, it is burned into their soul and will never leave. Even if they are unwilling to admit it.
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Alex....most military units (in Britain, regiments) have their own motto and I'm pretty sure it is the same in most countries, even your own, France.
Below is a link to the British mottos:
http://www.military-quotes.com/mottos/UK.htm