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For two and a half centuries, the United States Marine Corps has stood as a beacon of honor, courage, and commitment. From the earliest days of the American Revolution to the modern era, the Marines have been at the forefront of defending our nation's freedom and values. Join us in celebrating this historic milestone and honoring the brave men and women who have served with distinction.

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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joshua Pontius, a drill instructor with Instructional Training Company, Support Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, interacts with Jamaria Peters, a Make-A-Wish recipient, during a ceremony for Peters at the Willis Tower during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The event featured a performance from the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, music from the Quantico Marine Band, and the appearance of drill instructors from the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joshua Pontius, a drill instructor with Instructional Training Company, Support Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, interacts with Jamaria Peters, a Make-A-Wish recipient, during a ceremony for Peters at the Willis Tower during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The event featured a performance from the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, music from the Quantico Marine Band, and the appearance of drill instructors from the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel

U.S. Marine Corps Col. J.J. Wilson, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, and Jamaria Peters, a Make-A-Wish recipient, shake hands during a ceremony for Jamaria Peters at the Willis Tower during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The event featured a performance from the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, music from the Quantico Marine Band, and the appearance of drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. J.J. Wilson, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, and Jamaria Peters, a Make-A-Wish recipient, shake hands during a ceremony for Jamaria Peters at the Willis Tower during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The event featured a performance from the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, music from the Quantico Marine Band, and the appearance of drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel

U.S. Marine Corps Col. J.J. Wilson, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, gives a certificate of appreciation to Jamaria Peters, a Make-A-Wish recipient, during a ceremony for Peters at the Willis Tower for Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The event featured a performance from the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, music from the Quantico Marine Band, and the appearance of drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. J.J. Wilson, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, gives a certificate of appreciation to Jamaria Peters, a Make-A-Wish recipient, during a ceremony for Peters at the Willis Tower for Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The event featured a performance from the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, music from the Quantico Marine Band, and the appearance of drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 salute during “Taps,” a song commonly played during memorial services, at a wreath laying ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The wreath laying ceremony was held to honor U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Thomas Gilbert and other Marines who paid the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Iraqi Freedom. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 salute during “Taps,” a song commonly played during memorial services, at a wreath laying ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The wreath laying ceremony was held to honor U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Thomas Gilbert and other Marines who paid the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Iraqi Freedom. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel

Chicago Police Department recruits at DuSable Harbor prepare for a physical training session with Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 during Marine Week Chicago, July 10, 2025. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Andra Marton-Salgado)

Chicago Police Department recruits at DuSable Harbor prepare for a physical training session with Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 during Marine Week Chicago, July 10, 2025. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Andra Marton-Salgado)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Andra Marton-Salgado

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Gustavo Felix, right, a drill instructor with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks to members of the Marillac Saint Vincent during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activities across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Gustavo Felix, right, a drill instructor with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks to members of the Marillac Saint Vincent during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activities across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Jose Gonzalez, left and Staff Sgt. Jalen Riddle, right, both explosive ordnance disposal technicians with 2nd EOD, 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, puts an EOD advanced bomb suit on a member of the community at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Jose Gonzalez, left and Staff Sgt. Jalen Riddle, right, both explosive ordnance disposal technicians with 2nd EOD, 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, puts an EOD advanced bomb suit on a member of the community at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

A Marine veteran poses for a picture at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

A Marine veteran poses for a picture at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

A member with the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps poses for a picture at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

A member with the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps poses for a picture at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Gustavo Felix, right, a drill instructor with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks to members of the Marillac Saint Vincent during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activities across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Gustavo Felix, right, a drill instructor with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks to members of the Marillac Saint Vincent during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activities across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Rasheed Awyan, a drill instructor with Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, motivates a poolee during a combat fitness test at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Rasheed Awyan, a drill instructor with Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, motivates a poolee during a combat fitness test at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas

U.S. Marine Corps SSgt. Jalen Riddle, an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician with 8th Engineer Support Battalion, shows a member of the community an EOD suit at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas)

U.S. Marine Corps SSgt. Jalen Riddle, an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician with 8th Engineer Support Battalion, shows a member of the community an EOD suit at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas

A poolee with Recruiting Station Chicago shoots at targets inside the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer in the interior of the Marine Corps Enhanced Marketing Vehicle semi-truck at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas)

A poolee with Recruiting Station Chicago shoots at targets inside the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer in the interior of the Marine Corps Enhanced Marketing Vehicle semi-truck at Romeoville High School during Marine Week Chicago, Illinois, July 10, 2025. During Marine Week Chicago, Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command shared Marine Corps traditions with local high schools in honor of the Corps’ 250th birthday. The Marine Corps is celebrating its 250th birthday with six multi-day Marine Corps community events, called Marine Weeks, in six major cities across the country. Marine Weeks will include activations across each host city featuring aircraft, equipment, recruiting opportunities, and public engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Brandon Salas

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U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, take a group photo at the Ascend Amphitheater for the Country Music Association Festival as part of Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 8, 2025. CMA hosted 2d Marine Aircraft Wing band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living 'Semper Fidelis' or 'Always Faithful' to their nation and to each other.

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, take a group photo at the Ascend Amphitheater for the Country Music Association Festival as part of Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 8, 2025. CMA hosted 2d Marine Aircraft Wing band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living 'Semper Fidelis' or 'Always Faithful' to their nation and to each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro

Nashville attendees watch the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, perform at the Honky Tonk Central as part of Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 8, 2025. The Honky Tonk Central hosted 2d Marine Aircraft Wing band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living 'Semper Fidelis' or 'Always Faithful' to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

Nashville attendees watch the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, perform at the Honky Tonk Central as part of Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 8, 2025. The Honky Tonk Central hosted 2d Marine Aircraft Wing band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living 'Semper Fidelis' or 'Always Faithful' to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elizabeth Morino and Cpl. Jobari Noel, Marine musicians with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, perform at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elizabeth Morino and Cpl. Jobari Noel, Marine musicians with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, perform at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Anthony Russo, a Marine musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, performs at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Anthony Russo, a Marine musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, performs at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elizabeth Morino and Cpl. Anthony Russo, Marine musicians with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, perform at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elizabeth Morino and Cpl. Anthony Russo, Marine musicians with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, perform at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Jobari Noel, a Marine musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, performs at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Jobari Noel, a Marine musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, performs at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Vicente Rodriguez, a Marine musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, performs at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Vicente Rodriguez, a Marine musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, performs at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elizabeth Morino and Cpl. Anthony Russo, Marine musicians with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, perform at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elizabeth Morino and Cpl. Anthony Russo, Marine musicians with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, perform at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Anthony Russo, a Marine musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, performs at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Anthony Russo, a Marine musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing band, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, performs at Tootsies Orchid Lounge during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Tootsies hosted the 2nd MAW band as a way to show support for the Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Blake Inlow, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Brentwood, Recruiting Station Nashville, poses for a photo at a recruiting booth during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community of Nashville. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Blake Inlow, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Brentwood, Recruiting Station Nashville, poses for a photo at a recruiting booth during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community of Nashville. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

A U.S. Marine with 2d Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, poses for a photo with civilians at a static display during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community of Nashville. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

A U.S. Marine with 2d Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, poses for a photo with civilians at a static display during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community of Nashville. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

A U.S. Marine with 2d Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, poses for a photo with civilians at a static display during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community of Nashville. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

A U.S. Marine with 2d Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, poses for a photo with civilians at a static display during Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community of Nashville. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

A U.S. Marine takes a photo for a man and his son inside a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle inside the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community of Nashville. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

A U.S. Marine takes a photo for a man and his son inside a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle inside the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community of Nashville. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ethan Krysiak, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Murfreesboro, Recruiting Station Nashville, speaks to a man in the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ethan Krysiak, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Murfreesboro, Recruiting Station Nashville, speaks to a man in the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5, 2025. Marines set up multiple equipment displays and recruiting booths during Marine Week to engage with the community. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Trey Earls, a rifleman with the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, performs during a wreath-laying ceremony at the World War II commemoration held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville, Tenn., June 4, 2025. As part of Marine Week Nashville 2025, Silent Drill Platoon performed a ceremonial routine to honor the legacy of World War II veterans and mark the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps. Their presence reflects the Corps’ dedication to tradition, excellence, and community engagement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Trey Earls, a rifleman with the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, performs during a wreath-laying ceremony at the World War II commemoration held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville, Tenn., June 4, 2025. As part of Marine Week Nashville 2025, Silent Drill Platoon performed a ceremonial routine to honor the legacy of World War II veterans and mark the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps. Their presence reflects the Corps’ dedication to tradition, excellence, and community engagement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn Bouchard

U.S. Marines with the official United States Marine Corps Color Guard, Marine Barracks Washington, prepare to present the colors during a wreath-laying ceremony at the World War II commemoration held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville, Tenn., June 4, 2025. As part of Marine Week Nashville 2025, the Color Guard’s participation honors the legacy of World War II veterans and highlights the Marine Corps’ ongoing commitment to ceremonial excellence and public engagement during its 250th anniversary year. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

U.S. Marines with the official United States Marine Corps Color Guard, Marine Barracks Washington, prepare to present the colors during a wreath-laying ceremony at the World War II commemoration held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville, Tenn., June 4, 2025. As part of Marine Week Nashville 2025, the Color Guard’s participation honors the legacy of World War II veterans and highlights the Marine Corps’ ongoing commitment to ceremonial excellence and public engagement during its 250th anniversary year. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn Bouchard

The U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard, Marine Barracks Washington, present the colors during a wreath laying ceremony at Bicentennial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 2025. Marines came out to the park to engage with the community, and to pay homage to Marines past and present. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

The U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard, Marine Barracks Washington, present the colors during a wreath laying ceremony at Bicentennial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 2025. Marines came out to the park to engage with the community, and to pay homage to Marines past and present. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marines with the Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, perform during a wreath laying ceremony at Bicentennial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 2025. Marines came out to the park to engage with the community, and to pay homage to Marines past and present. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marines with the Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, perform during a wreath laying ceremony at Bicentennial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 2025. Marines came out to the park to engage with the community, and to pay homage to Marines past and present. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Jimmy “J.J.” Wilson, commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, and Sgt. Maj. Forrest Allen, the sergeant major of SPMAGTF-250, participate in a wreath laying ceremony at Bicentennial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 2025. Marines came out to the park to engage with the community, and to pay homage to Marines past and present. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Jimmy “J.J.” Wilson, commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250, and Sgt. Maj. Forrest Allen, the sergeant major of SPMAGTF-250, participate in a wreath laying ceremony at Bicentennial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 2025. Marines came out to the park to engage with the community, and to pay homage to Marines past and present. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating, service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

Photo by Cpl. Vincent Needham

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ford Higgins, platoon commander, United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, marches the platoon during a wreath-laying ceremony at the World War II commemoration held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville, Tenn., June 4, 2025. The ceremony was part of Marine Week Nashville 2025, honoring the service and sacrifice of World War II veterans. Marines from Marine Barracks Washington participated in the event to preserve tradition, showcase ceremonial excellence, and celebrate 250 years of Marine Corps history. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ford Higgins, platoon commander, United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, marches the platoon during a wreath-laying ceremony at the World War II commemoration held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville, Tenn., June 4, 2025. The ceremony was part of Marine Week Nashville 2025, honoring the service and sacrifice of World War II veterans. Marines from Marine Barracks Washington participated in the event to preserve tradition, showcase ceremonial excellence, and celebrate 250 years of Marine Corps history. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn Bouchard