Divine Wind
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The Marine Corps existed for 30 years before Tripoli.You need to read about the origins of the US Marines. Muslims have plagued this nation from the beginning.
To the shores of Tripoli - Apr 27, 1805 - HISTORY.com
A great book on the campaign is this one: https://www.amazon.com/Pirate-Coast-Jefferson-Marines-Mission/dp/140130849X&tag=ff0d01-20
As for Muslims, they can say the same about Christians.