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U.S. Marines assigned to Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 and Bostonians interact at various Marine Corps static display sites during Marine Week Boston, Aug. 24, 2025. Marines stationed across the globe commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps, honoring a distinguished legacy of service, sacrifice and unwavering fidelity to both the nation and fellow Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Abigail Hutcheson) - U.S. Marines assigned to Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 and Bostonians interact at various Marine Corps static display sites during Marine Week Boston, Aug. 24, 2025. Marines stationed across the globe commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps, honoring a distinguished legacy of service, sacrifice and unwavering fidelity to both the nation and fellow Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Abigail Hutcheson)

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U.S. Marines postured around the globe serve as America’s rapid crisis response force, ready to meet the Nation’s needs at a moment’s notice. On July 26 Marine Corps readiness was on display, when U.S. Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 363, operating under Marine Rotational Force–Darwin, deployed four MV-22B Ospreys more than 1,950 nautical miles from Darwin, Australia, to Clark Air Base, Philippines. - U.S. Marines postured around the globe serve as America’s rapid crisis response force, ready to meet the Nation’s needs at a moment’s notice. On July 26 Marine Corps readiness was on display, when U.S. Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 363, operating under Marine Rotational Force–Darwin, deployed four MV-22B Ospreys more than 1,950 nautical miles from Darwin, Australia, to Clark Air Base, Philippines.

The Quantico Brass Band performs after the closing ceremony for Chicago Marine Week 2025 at the Navy Pier, Chicago, Illinois, July 13, 2025. Marines from around the Corps and the people of Chicago attended Marine Week Chicago to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary, which consisted of live performances, music, ceremonies, events, and displays of equipment, and aircraft. - The Quantico Brass Band performs after the closing ceremony for Chicago Marine Week 2025 at the Navy Pier, Chicago, Illinois, July 13, 2025. Marines from around the Corps and the people of Chicago attended Marine Week Chicago to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary, which consisted of live performances, music, ceremonies, events, and displays of equipment, and aircraft.

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U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Aircraft Wing band perform during Rock N’ Jock at First Horizon Park as part of Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 2, 2025. Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps has served our nation honorably in every clime and place for 250 years. 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) - U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Aircraft Wing band perform during Rock N’ Jock at First Horizon Park as part of Marine Week Nashville, in Nashville, Tennessee, June 2, 2025. Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps has served our nation honorably in every clime and place for 250 years. 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 and sailors man the rails aboard the USS New York (LPD 21) during Fleet Week New York 2025 in New York City, May 21, 2025. America’s warfighting Navy and Marine Corps celebrate 250 years of protecting American prosperity and freedom. Fleet Week New York 2025 honors the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard’s enduring role on, under, and above the seas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kayla Halloran) - U.S. Marines and sailors man the rails aboard the USS New York (LPD 21) during Fleet Week New York 2025 in New York City, May 21, 2025. America’s warfighting Navy and Marine Corps celebrate 250 years of protecting American prosperity and freedom. Fleet Week New York 2025 honors the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard’s enduring role on, under, and above the seas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kayla Halloran)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Dakota Meyer, a Medal of Honor recipient, stands with Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense, and Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, after reenlisting in a ceremony at the Pentagon, April 17, 2025. Sgt. Meyer is the only living Medal of Honor recipient currently serving in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. Abigail Hutcheson) - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Dakota Meyer, a Medal of Honor recipient, stands with Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense, and Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, after reenlisting in a ceremony at the Pentagon, April 17, 2025. Sgt. Meyer is the only living Medal of Honor recipient currently serving in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. Abigail Hutcheson)

Personnel assigned to Marine Corps Information Command, Marine Forces Space Command, and United States Space Command pose for a group photo during the Fire Support Rehearsal Exercise (FSRE) at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Nov. 22, 2024. The FSRE served as a critical testbed for space officers and fires practitioners from around the U.S. Armed Forces to integrate space effects with ground schemes of maneuver. (U.S. Navy Courtesy Photo) - Personnel assigned to Marine Corps Information Command, Marine Forces Space Command, and United States Space Command pose for a group photo during the Fire Support Rehearsal Exercise (FSRE) at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Nov. 22, 2024. The FSRE served as a critical testbed for space officers and fires practitioners from around the U.S. Armed Forces to integrate space effects with ground schemes of maneuver. (U.S. Navy Courtesy Photo)

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Thomas J. Anderson, (left) Program Executive Officer, Ships, presents plaque to U.S. Marine Corps Col. Raymond Feltham, (right) Prospective Program Manager, Medium Landing Ship, as U.S. Marine Corps. Brig. Gen. Robert Brodie, Director of Expeditionary Warfare, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, looks on during an establishment ceremony for the Medium Landing Ship (LSM) Program Office at the Humphrey's Building on Washington Navy Yard, D.C., Oct. 24, 2024. Col. Feltham's position as a program director is unique in that a Marine will lead a Navy program office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Bustamante) - U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Thomas J. Anderson, (left) Program Executive Officer, Ships, presents plaque to U.S. Marine Corps Col. Raymond Feltham, (right) Prospective Program Manager, Medium Landing Ship, as U.S. Marine Corps. Brig. Gen. Robert Brodie, Director of Expeditionary Warfare, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, looks on during an establishment ceremony for the Medium Landing Ship (LSM) Program Office at the Humphrey's Building on Washington Navy Yard, D.C., Oct. 24, 2024. Col. Feltham's position as a program director is unique in that a Marine will lead a Navy program office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

A U.S. Marine Corps XQ-58A Valkyrie, highly autonomous, low-cost tactical unmanned air vehicle, conducts its fourth test flight alongside a U.S Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II from VMFA-214 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Oct. 2024. The XQ-58A Valkyrie test flight and the data collected inform future requirements for the Marine Corps in a rapidly evolving security environment, while successfully fueling joint innovation and experimentation opportunities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Blake Wiles) - A U.S. Marine Corps XQ-58A Valkyrie, highly autonomous, low-cost tactical unmanned air vehicle, conducts its fourth test flight alongside a U.S Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II from VMFA-214 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Oct. 2024. The XQ-58A Valkyrie test flight and the data collected inform future requirements for the Marine Corps in a rapidly evolving security environment, while successfully fueling joint innovation and experimentation opportunities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Blake Wiles)

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The family of Cpl. Spencer Collart attend a ceremony pose for a photo during an award presentation post humously honoring his heroic actions, Sept. 16, 2024, at Marine Barracks Washington. Gen. Eric M. Smith, 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, posthumously awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Cpl. Collart's family in recognition of the heroic actions Collart made while attempting to save the lives of his fellow Marines following a crash of their MV-22 Osprey on Aug. 27, 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Tawanya Norwood) - The family of Cpl. Spencer Collart attend a ceremony and pose for a photo during an award presentation posthumously honoring his heroic actions, Sept. 16, 2024, at Marine Barracks Washington. Gen. Eric M. Smith, 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, posthumously awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Cpl. Collart's family in recognition of the heroic actions Collart made while attempting to save the lives of his fellow Marines following a crash of their MV-22 Osprey on Aug. 27, 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Tawanya Norwood)

The 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, shakes hands with Cpl. Daniel L. Heller, a U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, during his Navy Cross award ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024. The award ceremony was an upgrade to a Silver Star award for Cpl. Heller's actions during the Vietnam War on Feb. 13, 1969. - The 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, shakes hands with Cpl. Daniel L. Heller, a U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, during his Navy Cross award ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024. The award ceremony was an upgrade to a Silver Star award for Cpl. Heller's actions during the Vietnam War on Feb. 13, 1969.

Gen. George Crist poses for a command board photo, 1985. (Courtesy asset) - Gen. George Crist poses for a command board photo, 1985. (Courtesy asset)

U.S. Marines pose for a selfie with Marine Corps veterans during the “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” formation in Times Square as a part of Fleet Week New York (FWNY) 2024, May 22, 2024. FWNY, now in its 36th year, is a time-honored celebration of the sea services that brings the citizens of New York City and the surrounding tri-state area together with Marines, Sailors, and Coast Guardsmen. Throughout the week, participants can tour ships, experience military static displays, and see drill and musical performances that showcase the expertise, excellence, and patriotism of America’s maritime services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher) - U.S. Marines pose for a selfie with Marine Corps veterans during the “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” formation in Times Square as a part of Fleet Week New York (FWNY) 2024, May 22, 2024. FWNY, now in its 36th year, is a time-honored celebration of the sea services that brings the citizens of New York City and the surrounding tri-state area together with Marines, Sailors, and Coast Guardsmen. Throughout the week, participants can tour ships, experience military static displays, and see drill and musical performances that showcase the expertise, excellence, and patriotism of America’s maritime services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kelly MenaGarcia, a personnel noncommissioned officer in charge with Security Battalion, stands at attention during her promotion ceremony to sergeant at The National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, July 5, 2023. Promotion ceremonies are a significant achievement in a service member’s career and are a testament to their commitment, mastery of duties and skills, and leadership capabilities. Marines take on greater responsibilities as Non-Commissioned Officers after showing exemplary leadership skills. Mena Garcia is a native of South Boston, Virginia. - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kelly MenaGarcia, a personnel noncommissioned officer in charge with Security Battalion, stands at attention during her promotion ceremony to sergeant at The National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, July 5, 2023. Promotion ceremonies are a significant achievement in a service member’s career and are a testament to their commitment, mastery of duties and skills, and leadership capabilities. Marines take on greater responsibilities as Non-Commissioned Officers after showing exemplary leadership skills. Mena Garcia is a native of South Boston, Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joaquin Dela Torre)

General Alfred M. Gray Jr., commandant of the Marine Corps, meets with U.S. Marines assigned to 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines following a live fire demonstration at Camp Hansen on Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 30, 1987. - General Alfred M. Gray Jr., commandant of the Marine Corps, meets with U.S. Marines assigned to 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines following a live fire demonstration at Camp Hansen on Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 30, 1987.

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David R. Everly, director of Manpower and Col. NaTasha M. Everly, a Department of State fellow, pose for a picture in Quantico, VA, March 1, 2024. Brig. Gen. David R. Everly and Col. NaTasha M. Everly are a dual-military couple who have been married for 14 years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl Anthony Ramsey) - U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David R. Everly, director of Manpower and Col. NaTasha M. Everly, a Department of State fellow, pose for a picture in Quantico, VA, March 1, 2024. Brig. Gen. David R. Everly and Col. NaTasha M. Everly are a dual-military couple who have been married for 14 years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl Anthony Ramsey)

Members of the Chaney family carry U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. John Henry Chaney to his final resting place at John Wesley United Methodist Church Cemetery in Clarksburg, Maryland, Feb. 8, 2024. Chaney was drafted in the Marine Corps in 1943, becoming one of the legendary Montford Point Marines, the first Black Americans to earn the title. Chaney served in World War II and fought at the harrowing Battle of Iwo Jima. In 2012, Chaney and other Montford Point Marines, were presented the Congressional Gold Medal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsey Dornfeld) - Members of the Chaney family carry U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. John Henry Chaney to his final resting place at John Wesley United Methodist Church Cemetery in Clarksburg, Maryland, Feb. 8, 2024. Chaney was drafted in the Marine Corps in 1943, becoming one of the legendary Montford Point Marines, the first Black Americans to earn the title. Chaney served in World War II and fought at the harrowing Battle of Iwo Jima. In 2012, Chaney and other Montford Point Marines, were presented the Congressional Gold Medal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsey Dornfeld)

U.S. Marine Corps' Mounted Color Guard carries the American Flag and the Marine Corps Standard in the 135th Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 1, 2024. The Rose Parade is part of an annual celebration, Tournament of Roses, that includes various floats, bands, dancers and equestrian units, and is meant to showcase the beauty of Pasadena, Calif. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kristina Judy) - U.S. Marine Corps' Mounted Color Guard carries the American Flag and the Marine Corps Standard in the 135th Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 1, 2024. The Rose Parade is part of an annual celebration, Tournament of Roses, that includes various floats, bands, dancers and equestrian units, and is meant to showcase the beauty of Pasadena, Calif. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kristina Judy)

Silent Drill Platoon Marines with Marine Barrack Washington rehearse before their performance at Independence Hall as part of Navy-Marine Week Philadelphia on October 12, 2023. Marines are participating in numerous events throughout the city of Philadelphia to increase awareness and establish lasting relationships with communities throughout the area. - Silent Drill Platoon Marines with Marine Barrack Washington rehearse before their performance at Independence Hall as part of Navy-Marine Week Philadelphia on October 12, 2023. Marines are participating in numerous events throughout the city of Philadelphia to increase awareness and establish lasting relationships with communities throughout the area.

U.S. Marines with Manpower Management Enlisted Assignments 22 and 1st Battalion, 7th Marines discuss retention and reenlistment opportunities as part of the MMEA Roadshow in the Central Training Area on Okinawa, Japan, April 26, 2023. During the MMEA Roadshow, career monitors met with members of the Fleet Marine Force to discuss continuing their careers with the new initiatives available under Talent Management 2030. 1st Battalion, 7th Marines is forward-deployed in the Indo-Pacific with 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program. - U.S. Marines with Manpower Management Enlisted Assignments 22 and 1st Battalion, 7th Marines discuss retention and reenlistment opportunities as part of the MMEA Roadshow in the Central Training Area on Okinawa, Japan, April 26, 2023. During the MMEA Roadshow, career monitors met with members of the Fleet Marine Force to discuss continuing their careers with the new initiatives available under Talent Management 2030. 1st Battalion, 7th Marines is forward-deployed in the Indo-Pacific with 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program.

The Joint Civilian Orientation Conference 94 Marine Corps Day was held at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, Sept. 19, 2023. JCOC is the Department of Defense’s public liaison program, designed to provide American business and community leaders with a deeper understanding of the military by showcasing the rewards and challenges service members face both on and off the battlefield. (Defense Media Activity photo by Edward J. Hersom) - The Joint Civilian Orientation Conference 94 Marine Corps Day was held at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, Sept. 19, 2023. JCOC is the Department of Defense’s public liaison program, designed to provide American business and community leaders with a deeper understanding of the military by showcasing the rewards and challenges service members face both on and off the battlefield. (Defense Media Activity photo by Edward J. Hersom)

Civilian leaders and business executives of the Marine Corps Executive Forum (MCEF) take a familiarization flight aboard MV-22 Ospreys from the Marine Executive Flight Detachment at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Aug. 25, 2023. During MCEF, participants are provided an inside look at the Marine Corps lifestyle and partake in activities, becoming immersed in the culture while engaging with Marines. The forum included a tour of the Pentagon with an open discussion with Marine Corps leadership on the Corps’ key issues and priorities, a live-fire demonstration at the Weapons Field Training Battalion in Quantico, an MV-22 Osprey familiarization flight, a tour of the National Museum of the Marine Corps, and attendance at an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Karis Mattingly) - Civilian leaders and business executives of the Marine Corps Executive Forum (MCEF) take a familiarization flight aboard MV-22 Ospreys from the Marine Executive Flight Detachment at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Aug. 25, 2023. During MCEF, participants are provided an inside look at the Marine Corps lifestyle and partake in activities, becoming immersed in the culture while engaging with Marines. The forum included a tour of the Pentagon with an open discussion with Marine Corps leadership on the Corps’ key issues and priorities, a live-fire demonstration at the Weapons Field Training Battalion in Quantico, an MV-22 Osprey familiarization flight, a tour of the National Museum of the Marine Corps, and attendance at an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Karis Mattingly)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Luis Gomez, a Wheeling, Illinois native and field artillery fire direction control Marine with 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division, speaks to Staff Sgt. Ramon Santiago, a Yorktown, Virginia native and joint terminal attack controller with 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division, about the Direct Affiliation Program on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, May 12, 2023. The DAP affords qualified active component Marines the opportunity to affiliate with a Selected Marine Corps Reserve unit or the Individual Mobilization Augmentee program following their expiration of active service with no break in service. - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Luis Gomez, a Wheeling, Illinois native and field artillery fire direction control Marine with 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division, speaks to Staff Sgt. Ramon Santiago, a Yorktown, Virginia native and joint terminal attack controller with 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division, about the Direct Affiliation Program on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, May 12, 2023. The DAP affords qualified active component Marines the opportunity to affiliate with a Selected Marine Corps Reserve unit or the Individual Mobilization Augmentee program following their expiration of active service with no break in service.