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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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Jul 12, 2025

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)

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Canon EOS R

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RF28-70mm F2 L USM

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56/10

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1/250

ISO

320

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This photograph is considered public domain and has been cleared for release. If you would like to republish please give the photographer appropriate credit. Further, any commercial or non-commercial use of this photograph or any other DoD image must be made in compliance with guidance found at https://www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations, which pertains to intellectual property restrictions (e.g., copyright and trademark, including the use of official emblems, insignia, names and slogans), warnings regarding use of images of identifiable personnel, appearance of endorsement, and related matters.

CAMERA

Canon EOS R

LENS

RF28-70mm F2 L USM

APERTURE

56/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

320

Jul 12, 2025

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)

DOWNLOAD

CAMERA

Canon EOS R

LENS

RF28-70mm F2 L USM

APERTURE

56/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

320

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

Read More

This photograph is considered public domain and has been cleared for release. If you would like to republish please give the photographer appropriate credit. Further, any commercial or non-commercial use of this photograph or any other DoD image must be made in compliance with guidance found at https://www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations, which pertains to intellectual property restrictions (e.g., copyright and trademark, including the use of official emblems, insignia, names and slogans), warnings regarding use of images of identifiable personnel, appearance of endorsement, and related matters.

CAMERA

Canon EOS R

LENS

RF28-70mm F2 L USM

APERTURE

56/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

320