Marine Corps Ceremonial Drill

Marines in formal uniform participating in precision drills and ceremonies, showcasing their discipline and the tradition of the United States Marine Corps.

U.S. Marines from 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division present arms at a private ceremony at Aisne-Marne American Cemetery marking the 104th anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood, May 29, 2022. The Battle of Belleau Wood is remembered for the intensity of the fighting and sustained, as well as for the participation of the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments. To this day, Marines assigned to these two regiments wear the French fourragere on the left shoulder of their uniforms as a reminder of their unit's distinguished service during the First World War.

Marines with The Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, perform during a Virginia Military Institute football game at Lexington, Va., Oct 22, 2022. The Marines performed for thousands of cadets and family members attending the game, demonstrating the professionalism of the United States Marine Corps.

Marines with The Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, prepare to perform, during a Virginia Military Institute football game at Lexington, Va., Oct 22, 2022. The Marines performed for thousands of cadets and family members attending the game, demonstrating the professionalism of the United States Marine Corps.

U.S. Marines from 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division present arms at a private ceremony at Aisne-Marne American Cemetery marking the 104th anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood, May 29, 2022. The Battle of Belleau Wood is remembered for the intensity of the fighting and sustained, as well as for the participation of the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments. To this day, Marines assigned to these two regiments wear the French fourragere on the left shoulder of their uniforms as a reminder of their unit's distinguished service during the First World War.

Corporal Ty A. Blair, rifleman, Silent Drill Platoon, performs during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., May 13, 2022. The hosting official was Gen. Eric Smith, the 36th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, and the guests of honor were Gen. Thomas R. Morgan (Ret.), 21st Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Walter E. Boomer (Ret.), 24th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Terrence Dake (Ret.), 27th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Robert Magnus (Ret.), 30th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. John M. Paxton Jr (Ret.), 33rd Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps.

USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) color guard present colors and arms during a burial at sea ceremony on the ships aircraft elevator, July 12, 2022. The remains of 30 service and family members were committed to the sea. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting an independent steaming operation.

Tomb guards from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment perform the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Jan. 26, 2023.

Los Angeles (May 27, 2022) The 1st Marine Division Ceremonial Band performs at the Griffith Observatory as part of Los Angeles Fleet Week (LAFW) in Los Angeles, May 27, 2022. LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

Spc. Tyler Vrba from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Continental Color Guard stands ready to post the colors during the VE Day Observance (Victory in Europe) hosted by the Friends of the National World War II at the WW II Memorial, May 8, 2019. VE Day means Victory in Europe. A day for remembering the brave souls who gave everything they got during WW II.

221021-N-TC847-1015 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 21, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) parade the colors during a chief pinning ceremony, Oct. 21, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Republic of Marshall Islands President David Kabua engage in a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 27, 2022.

Airmen assigned to the 4th Fighter Wing salute during the 4th MXG change of command ceremony while the National Anthem is sung at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, June 3, 2022. The change of command ceremony is a military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority and responsibility of a unit from one commanding officer to another.

Captain Tracy Issac, executive officer Navy Medicine Operational Training Command (NMOTC), coordinates and directs the dress whites uniform inspection, Apr. 07. Navy Medicine Operational Training Command (NMOTC)is comprised of six nationwide detachments that offer specialized medical training in the fields ofaviation, aviation survival, surface and undersea warfare, expeditionary and special operationsmedicine.

Rear view of head and shoulders of saluting U.S. Marine in dress uniform, Veterans Day ceremony, New Jersey.

Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment Caisson Platoon, and the U.S. Army Band, Pershings Own conduct military funeral honors with funeral escort for U.S. Army Lt. Col. James Megellas, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Sept. 2, 2022.Megellas is considered the most decorated officers in the history of the 82nd Airborne Division. His awards include the Distinguished Service Cross, two Silver Stars, two Bronze Stars, two Purple Hearts, and other military honors for his World War II European service. Megellas is being considered for the Medal of Honor for his service and leadership during the Battle of the Bulge, an upgrade of the Silver Star he received for this service.Megellass grandson, James Megellas, received the U.S. flag from his service.

Sailors assigned to Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, conduct a flag folding ceremony during the 19th Annual Salute to the Veterans event at the Havelock Tourist and Event Center, Havelock, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The event was intended to foster the community relationship between Havelock and MCAS Cherry Point and honor service members for Military Appreciation Month.

Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment Caisson Platoon, and the U.S. Army Band, Pershings Own conduct military funeral honors with funeral escort for U.S. Army Sgt. Elwood M. Truslow in Section 33 of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., April 22, 2022.From the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) press release:In late 1950, Truslow was a member of Company L, 3rd Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. He was reported missing in action on Dec. 12, 1950, after his unit was attacked by enemy forces as they attempted to withdraw near the Chosin Reservoir, North Korea. Following the battle, his remains could not be recovered.On July 27, 2018, following the summit between the U.S. President and the North Korean Supreme Leader in June 2018, North Korea turned over 55 boxes, purported to contain the remains of American service members killed during the Korean War. The remains arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hi

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III welcomes his counterpart, Polish Minister of National Defense Mariusz Błaszczak, to the Pentagon during an enhanced honor cordon ceremony, Washington, D.C., April 20, 2022. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)

A US Military mulit-service Color Guard post the Colors during a US Transportation Command (TRANSCOM)-Air Mobility Command (AMC) Commander's Call, held at Scott Air Force Base (AFB), Illinois (IL). Base: Scott Air Force Base State: Illinois (IL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Barracks Marines conduct a pass in review during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., June 17, 2022. The hosting official for the evening was Lt. Gen. Mark R. Wise, Deputy Commandant for Aviation, and Her Excellency Dame Karen Pierce, British Ambassador to the U.S., was the guest of honor.

WASHINGTON (October 19, 2022) -- Members of all four branches of the U.S. Military and the U.S. Coast Guard are introduced to observers prior to a Joint Service Drill Team Competition at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. Drill teams from all four branches of the U.S. military and the U.S. Coast Guard performed as part of the event.

Armed Forces Inaugural Committee behind the scenes. The Joint Flag detail stands fast during opening ceremonies at the capitol prior to the inauguration. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Zackary L. Dahl, Recruiting Station Charlotte operations officer, 6th Marine Corps District, receives the Bronze Star for his efforts during the evacuation of Afghanistan at the Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina, Oct. 5, 2022. Dahl was recognized for his meritorious service as the Air Support Element (ASE) Officer in Charge, Marine Air Control Group-28 Detachment (MACG-28), Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162 Reinforced, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24 MEU), in support of the Afghanistan Non-combatant Evacuation for Operation Freedom's Sentinel, from Aug. 13-29. The RS Charlotte Commanding Officer, Maj. Peter Hofinga, awarded Dahl the Bronze Star during Charlotte Football Club's Military Night.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Jacob Fernandez, the assistant operations officer assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Task Force Los Angeles, observes a parade of flags during a Memorial Day ceremony at Green Hills Memorial Park in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, as part of Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 30, 2022. The purpose of Fleet Week is to showcase the capabilities of the Navy-Marine Corps team and give back to the community with events, static displays, and personal interactions between service members and the public.

Marines with the Silent Drill Platoon, conduct their long line sequence during a Tuesday Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial, Arlington, Va., June 14, 2022. The hosting official for the evening Maj Gen. David J. Bligh, Staff Judge Advocate to the Commandant. The guest of honor was The Honorable Caroline Krass, General Counsel of the Department of Defense.

Weekend in Newport, Rhode Island: President Kennedy inspects Marine Honor Guard, Quonset Naval Air Station. President John F. Kennedy reviews the Marine Honor Guard at Quonset Point Naval Air Station, Rhode Island.

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Nicholas Palermo, executive officer for Marine Corps Recruiting Station Pittsburgh, prepares to read the Commandants birthday message during RS Pittsburghs Marine Corps Birthday Celebration in Buffalo, New York, Oct. 29, 2022. The Marines of RS Pittsburgh celebrated the 247th Marine Corps birthday and honored the history of the U.S. Marine Corps through ceremonial traditions and camaraderie.

U.S. Marines from 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division and the 2d Marine Division Band stand in formation at a ceremony at Aisne-Marne American Cemetery marking the 104th anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood, May 29, 2022. The Battle of Belleau Wood is remembered for the intensity of the fighting and sustained, as well as for the participation of the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments. To this day, Marines assigned to these two regiments wear the French fourragere on the left shoulder of their uniforms as a reminder of their unit's distinguished service during the First World War.

Marines with Bravo Company, Marine Barracks Washington, march across the parade field during a Tuesday Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial, Arlington, Va., June 14, 2022. The hosting official for the evening Maj Gen. David J. Bligh, Staff Judge Advocate to the Commandant. The guest of honor was The Honorable Caroline Krass, General Counsel of the Department of Defense.

221021-N-VI040-1187 NAVAL AIR FACILITY ATSUGI, Japan (Oct. 21, 2022) Newly Promoted Chief Petty Officers stand at attention during a Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony held onboard Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi Oct. 21, 2022. NAF Atsugi supports the combat readiness of Commander, Fleet Air Western Pacific, Commander, Carrier Air Wing FIVE (CVW) 5, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 and 23 other tenant commands, and provides logistic support, coordination, and services to units assigned to the Western Pacific.

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Company, Marine Barracks Washington, present colors during a 247th Marine Corps birthday ceremony in Washington D.C., Nov. 15, 2022. A cake cutting ceremony was held at the nation's Capitol in honor of the Marine Corps birthday and timeless traditions. In 1775 the Continental Congress was responsible for passing legislation establishing the Marine Corps as an official warfighting organization.

A U.S. Marine Corps color guard awaits inspection by Assistant Secretary of the Navy John S. Herrington. Base: Naval Air Station, Cubi Point State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Hunter R. Wilson, a native of Mobile, Alabama, graduates as the honor graduate for Platoon 3033, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, June 3, 2022. Wilson earned this distinction over 13 weeks of training by outperforming other recruits in his platoon during a series of training events designed to test their basic Marine Corps skills.

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Base Quantico Color Guard present the colors during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandants Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. Marine Corps

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C., to view Marine Corps Evening Parade, deliver remarks, and attend reception at the site, a National Historic Landmark

DF-ST-89-01902. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Los Angeles (May 27, 2022) The 1st Marine Division Ceremonial Band performs at the Griffith Observatory as part of Los Angeles Fleet Week (LAFW) in Los Angeles, May 27, 2022. LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

Holloman Steel Talons Honor Guard members present the colors before a 5K run in remembrance of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Dec. 7, 2022. The 49th Equipment Maintenance Squadron hosted this yearly event in remembrance of those affected by this tragedy.

New U.S. Marines from Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, march across the parade deck during their graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, Oct. 21, 2022. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions.

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C., to view Marine Corps Evening Parade, deliver remarks, and attend reception at the site, a National Historic Landmark

Members of an Ohio National Guard joint color guard stand at attention before presenting the colors during the Ohio National Guard Joint Senior Leader Conference at the Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center in Lewis Center, Ohio, Feb. 2, 2024. OHNG joint color guards provide ceremonial honors at public, patriotic events throughout Ohio. Air National Guard

The Battle Color Detachment performs in Times Square, New York, May 25, 2022. As a part of Fleet Week New York 22, the Marines of Special Purpose Marine-Air Ground Task Force New York engage in special events throughout New York City and the tristate area showcasing sea service technologies, future innovation, and connecting with citizens. Fleet Week New York brings together more than 2,000 service members from the Marine Corps, Navy and Coast Guard offering live band performances, military vehicle and equipment displays, and other community relations projects.

U.S. Navy Lt. Valerie Arnaez, a nurse with Bravo Surgical Company, 3d Medical Battalion, prepares to be inspected during a service dress blue uniform inspection, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Dec. 1, 2022. Bravo Surgical Company conducts unit uniform inspections bi-annually in order to ensure the Sailors uniforms are adequately maintained and ready for use.

Staff Sgt. Leon P. Crandell prepares the Marine Corps flag as the national ensign is raised at the War Memorial, June 22. Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Marine Week Force has placed an honor guard at the memorial, which will be patrolling 24-hours-a-day for the week, to honor the fallen service members hailing from St. Louis.

230324-N-LN782-1732 (Mar. 24, 2023) U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command's Pass in Review in Great Lakes, Illinois, Mar. 24, 2023. More than 40,000 recruits train annually at the Navy's only boot camp

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 156th Wing Honor Guard, post the United States and Puerto Rico flags during the Puerto Rico Air National Guard assistant adjutant general-air change of command ceremony at Muñiz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, Sept. 17, 2022. The change of command ceremony took place during the September regularly scheduled drill.

Members of the U.S. Army Drill Team, 4th Battalion, 3rd Infantry Regiment, perform during Army Day at the Alamo in downtown San Antonio, Texas, April 5, 2022. Army Day at the Alamo honors the culture of Army commands that support Joint Base San Antonio and the surrounding areas. Joint Base San Antonio honors the long-standing partnership between the U.S. military and San Antonio in annual Fiesta events, which commemorate Texas independence after the Battle of San Jacinto and the Alamo.

Service members from the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard, the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Band, and the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (the Old Guard) Caisson Platoon conduct military funeral honors with funeral escort for U.S. Navy Chief Pharmacists Mate James T. Cheshire in Section 62 of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., July 22, 2022. Cheshire died on Dec. 7, 1941 when the battleship he was assigned to, the USS Oklahoma at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, was attacked by Japanese aircraft.From the Defense POW/MIA Account Agency (DPAA) press release:The USS Oklahoma sustained multiple torpedo hits, which caused it to quickly capsize. The attack on the ship resulted in the deaths of 429 crewmen, including Cheshire.From December 1941 to June 1944, Navy personnel recovered the remains of the deceased crew, which were subsequently interred in the Halawa and Nuuanu Cemeteries.In September 1947, tasked with recovering and identifying fallen U.S. personnel in the Pacific Theater, members of the America

110911-N-NY820-085NORFOLK (Sept. 11, 2011) Color guard members parade the colors during a 9/11 Remembrance ceremony at Town Point Park. The City of Norfolk hosted an all-day healing and remembrance ceremony to mark the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the U.S.

A Marine honor guard participates in the commissioning of the battle ship USS IOWA (BB-61) at the Ingalls shipyard. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Navy Sailors with 3rd Medical Battalion, Bravo Surgical Company stand ready for uniform inspection during an all hands week at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Feb. 21, 2024. Bravo Surgical Company conducts uniform inspections bi-annually in order to ensure the Sailors uniforms are maintained and ready for use. Marine Corps

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III (center) salutes during the playing of the national anthem at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl in the Alamodome in San Antonio Jan. 5, 2013. The Army has hosted the All-American Bowl in San Antonio since 2002, highlighting the 90 best high school football players, and 125 best high school marching band musicians and color guard from across the nation.

GREAT LAKES, Il. (May 10, 2022) Naval Station Great Lakes Security Department conducts a dress white unifrom inspection. Opened in 1911, NSGL is the Navys largest training installation and the home of the Navys only Boot Camp. Located on over 1600 acres overlooking Lake Michigan, the installation includes 1,153 buildings with 39 on the National Register of Historic Places. NSGL supports over 50 tenant commands and elements as well as over 20,000 Sailors, Marines, Soldiers, and DoD civilians who live and work on the installation.

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (June 30, 2022) The U.S. Naval Academy welcomes the midshipman candidates, or plebes, of the Class of 2026 during Induction Day 2022. I-Day marks the beginning of a demanding six-week indoctrination period called Plebe Summer, intended to transition the candidates from civilian to military life. As the undergraduate college of our country's naval service, the Naval Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers of competence, character, and compassion in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

Marines from the The Presidents Own Marine Band, Marines from the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. (8th and I), and the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Caisson Platoon conduct military funeral honors with funeral escort for Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. John Canley in Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Aug. 25, 2022. Canley was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2018 for his actions during the battle of Hue City, Vietnam in 1968. As the Company Gunnery Sergeant, Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine, 1st Marine Division, Canley and his Marines fought off multiple vicious attacks while attempting to relieve friendly forces that were surrounded by enemy forces. According to the award citation, despite being wounded in these engagements, Canley repeatedly rushed across fire-swept terrain to carry his wounded Marines to safety. Canley took command of Company A after his commanding officer was severely wounded and led the Marines into Hue

BREMERTON, Wash. (April 1, 2022) - U.S. Navy Master Chief Logistics Specialist James Contreras, logistics quality assurance officer aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), speaks during his retirement ceremony aboard the museum ship USS Turner Joy (DD 951) April 1, 2022. Theodore Roosevelt is undergoing a docking planned incremental availability at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility where the ship is receiving scheduled maintenance and upgrades.

Members of the United States Navy Ceremonial Guard place the casket of a fallen member of USS COLE (DDG 67) into a hearse at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, on October 14, 2000. The sailor was killed in an explosion resulting from a terrorist attack on the COLE in Yemen. Base: Dover State: Delaware (DE) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Service members from all service branches participate in an Armed Forces Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Feb. 9, 2023. The wreath was laid by Georgian Defence Minister Juansher Burchuladze.

Marines with the Silent Drill Platoon, conduct their long-line sequence during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., June 24, 2022. The hosting official for the evening was Gen. Eric Smith, 36th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, and the guest of honor was Adm. Christopher W. Grady, 12th Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Service members from all service branches participate in an Armed Forces Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Jan. 20, 2023. The wreath was laid by France Vice Chief of Defense Gen. Eric Autellet.

Sailors assigned to the world's largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) man the rails following the ships eight-month maiden deployment, Jan. 17, 2024. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) completed a scheduled deployment in U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, demonstrating the commitment and power projection capability of the Navys globally deployed force.

Outgoing Gen. James T. Conway, left, and incoming Commandant of the Marine Corps James F. Amos, right, salute during a pass in review at the Passage of Command ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington, D.C., Oct. 22, 2010. Conway relinquished command to James F. Amos in a ceremony presided over by Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates.

Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, march to the Peatross Parade Deck in their Dress Blues aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC, Dec. 9, 2022. These Marines have spent 13 weeks working on close-order drill, marksmanship, and traditions of the Marine Corps

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 11, 2022) - Sailors assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) observe a moment of silence during a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on the ships flight deck while operating in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 11. Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

A trumpeter from the Navy Band Ceremonial Brass Ensemble plays Taps during a ceremony commemorating the 125th anniversary of the sinking of the USS Maine, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Feb. 15, 2023.On Feb. 15, 1898, the USS Maine exploded off the coast of Havana, Cuba, leading to the loss of 260 of her crew. Due to Spanish policy, burials had to be made within 24 hours, therefore the initial crew recovered in the aftermath of the disaster were buried at the Colon Cemetery in Havana. On March 30, 1898, Congress approved a bill authorizing for their remains to be disinterred and transferred to ANC. On Dec. 28, 1899, 165 sets of remains were interred in Section 24 with a full military honors service. The USS Maine was eventually raised, and the ships mast was transported by the Navy to ANC where it was placed next to Section 24 onto a granite base meant to represent the turret of the battleship. The names of those who died aboard the Maine were inscribed onto the base. Si

Lance Cpl. Cameron I. Boyce, a Marine with the Silent Drill Platoon, performs the long line sequence during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., Aug 08, 2022. The hosting official for the evening was General David H. Berger, 38th Commandant of the Marine Corps, and the guest of honor was the Honorable Erik K. Raven, Under Secretary of the Navy.

111214-N-AW702-007MAYPORT, Fla. (Dec. 14, 2011) Sailors aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) walk down the brow during a homecoming celebration at Naval Station Mayport. Samuel B. Roberts successfully completed a six-month deployment supporting operations in the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Horn of Africa and Indian Ocean.

Tomb guards from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) conduct the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., April 3, 2023.

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Andrew M. Niebel, center, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune commanding general, renders a salute during the 247th Marine Corps Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. A celebration for the Marine Corps birthday is held every year to reflect on the traditions, history, and legacy of the Marine Corps.

030123-M-7502M-030. Base: Ford Island Naval Base State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: MARFORPAC

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Clifford S. Magee, assistant chief of staff of communications for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), participates in a ceremony in New Bern, North Carolina, Nov. 4, 2022. 2nd MAW celebrated the 247th birthday of the Marine Corps with a traditional Marine Corps birthday ball. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

U.S. Marines with 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force march off at the conclusion of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Hawaii, April 25, 2022. ANZAC Day commemorates the sacrifices made by all Australians and New Zealanders who have served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping missions around the world. This date marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australia and New Zealand during World War I and is the 50th year U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific has provided military support to ANZAC Day in Honolulu.

U.S. Marine Corps' West Coast Composite Band marches 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.

Members of five mixed gender companies march in formation during graduation ceremonies. The companies are the first of such groups to graduate from the command, which began mixed gender training in February. Base: Naval Training Center, Orlando State: Florida(FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NAVAL BASE GUAM (Oct. 24, 2022) Sailors, civilians, and military families gathered to witness the initiation of several of the regions newest chief petty officers during a pinning ceremony at Top o the Mar onboard U.S. Naval Base Guam (NBG) in Nimitz Hill Oct. 21. The 13 newly pinned chiefs, represented the following commands: - NBG - Commander, Joint Region Marianas- Naval Hospital Guam- 30th Naval Construction Regiment- Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 11 - Naval Recruiting Office Guam- Priority Management Office- Naval Munitions Command East Asia Division Unit Guam and - Maritime Prepositioning Ships Squadron 3/Military Sealift Command GuamAs chief petty officer selectees they endured six weeks of chief formation, which included physical training, naval heritage education, honing of the Navys core values, and leadership and teamwork training sessions. (U.S. Navy Photos by LSSCS Christian Dadino)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, stand at parade rest during the dedication ceremony of the Michael A. Noline Community Building, honoring Pfc. Michael A. Noline, a fallen member of their battalion at the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation, Arizona, May 14, 2022. Noline, a member of the San Carlos Apache Tribe, who served as a light armored vehicle (LAV) crewman for 3rd Light Armored Infantry Battalion, was killed in action in support of Operation Desert Storm, Jan. 26, 1991.

The Marine Corps Drill Team, the Navy Drill Team, and the Navy Color Guard perform during the commissioning ceremony for the recently formed US Naval Space Command. Base: Dahlgren State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Air Force Academy -- Cadets salute for the national anthem played during the Class of 2022 Graduation Ceremony at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., May 25, 2022. Nine-hundred-seventy cadets crossed the stage to become the Air Force/Space Forces newest second lieutenants. (U.S. Air Force photo/Trevor Cokley)

A color guard team stands during an establishment ceremony in Warrenton, Oregon, to formally establish Coast Guard Base Astoria Oct. 26, 2022. Base Astoria is located in Warrenton and will provide operational logistics support for Coast Guard units across the Thirteenth Coast Guard Districts Oregon and Southern Washington regions.

Joint Base San Antonios Military Ambassadors participate in the All Veterans Memorial Service in San Antonio, Texas, April 10, 2022. The All Veterans Memorial Service is the oldest military event in Fiesta San Antonio and is hosted by the Alamo Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America. The service, attended by veterans, spouses and survivors, veterans groups, and the general public, honors the sacrifices of past and present U.S. military members.

The Walter Reed Color Guard prepare for a commissioning ceremony at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in Washington, June 25, 2022. The commissioning ceremony was for Lt. j.g. Alexis Sandoval and he was enlisted for 13 years before commissioning.

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Calvert Worth Jr., the commanding general of 2d Marine Division, speaks to the Marines and sailors of 2d MARDIV after a wreath-laying ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 9. 2022. This ceremony is a tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice and in remembrance of the events on Sept. 11, 2001.

Cpl. Steven A. Almaguer, number one rifle inspector, with The Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, conducts a rifle inspection sequence during a Virginia Military Institute football game at Lexington, Va., Oct 22, 2022. The Marines performed for thousands of cadets and family members attending the game, demonstrating the professionalism of the United States Marine Corps.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Indian Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar engage in a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 26, 2022.

U.S. Navy sailors assigned to Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans present colors during the 2022 Navy Week New Orleans Mayoral Welcome, at Gallier Hall, New Orleans, April 19, 2022. Fleet Weeks are a celebration of the sea services wherein service members from visiting U.S. Navy ships make the city a port of call. Fleet Week activities consist of ship visitation, social events, and community relations activities.

220527-N-OM737-1288NEW YORK (May 27, 2022) - Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) reenlist at the 9/11 Memorial during Fleet Week New York, May 27, 2022. Bataan is supporting Fleet Week New York 2022. Bataan is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk.

Belize Coast Guard members hold the flags of the United States, Belize and Mexico during the closing ceremonies of Operation Tradewinds 22 at Price Barracks, Belize on May 20, 2022. Tradewinds 2022 is a multinational exercise designed to expand the Caribbean regions capability to mitigate, plan for, and respond to crises; increase regional training capacity and interoperability; develop new and refine existing standard operating procedures (SOPs); enhance ability to defend exclusive economic zones (EEZ); and promote human rights and adherence to shared international norms and values; fully integrate women into defense, peace and security missions; and increase maritime domain awareness to deter illegal, unregulated and unreported fishing activities

USA, Washington, Seattle. Color guard during Seafair parade (Editorial Usage Only)

Gunnery Sgt. Donell D. Bryant, communications & strategy chief, Headquarters & Support Company, stands at the position of attention during the final evaluation of Ceremonial Drill School at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Oct. 6, 2022. This assessment is the culminating event of CDS, a three-week course designed to teach the intricacies of ceremonial drill in keeping with the high standards upheld at Marine Barracks Washington.

221007-N-JO823-1052 SEA OF JAPAN (Oct. 7, 2022) Sailors parade the colors during a change of command ceremony aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Sea of Japan, Oct. 7. During the ceremony, Goldhammer was properly relieved by Capt. Daryle Cardone as the commanding officer. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

The United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performs during the Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo at JBA, Md., Sept. 18, 2022. The Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo was utilized by JBA to connect with, and say "thank you" to, the community, the state and the National Capital Region.

The Marine Corps color guard participates in christening and launching ceremonies for the USS REID (FFG-30) at the Todd Pacific Shipyards Corp., Los Angeles Div. Base: San Pedro State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Lt. Col. Ryan Goulet, operations officer, SETAF-AF, right, renews his oath of office after receiving his promotion with U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Todd R. Wasmund, commanding general of U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF), on Feb. 7, 2024, Caserma Del Din, Vicenza, Italy. SETAF-AF provides U.S. Africa Command and U.S. Army Europe & Africa a dedicated headquarters to synchronize Army activities in Africa and scalable crisis response options in Africa and Europe. Army

120604-F-MQ656-033HONOLULU (June 4, 2012) Joint Service Navy and Marine Corps color guard display the colors at the USS Arizona Memorial during a wreath laying ceremony to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Battle of Midway.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosts Somali President Hassan Sheikh for a meeting at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 15, 2022. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jack Sanders)

Members of the Iowa National Guard Honor Guard salute during memorial services for Sgt. Koby Clary at the Liberty Center Cemetery in Liberty City, Iowa, on April 15, 2022. Clary joined the Iowa Army National Guard in 2020 and after serving overseas in 2021, passed away in a vehicle accident on April 9, 2022. He was surrounded by family, friends and his fellow Soldiers as he was laid to rest. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Staff Sgt. Tawny Schmit)

Sentinels from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (Old Guard) perform the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Sept. 27, 2022.

U.S. Marines salute during ceremonial colors at the 39th Beirut Memorial Observance Ceremony at Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Oct. 23, 2022. The memorial observance is held annually on Oct. 23 to remember the lives lost due to the terrorist attacks at U.S. Marine Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon and Grenada.

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The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard color guard stands at ceremonial parade rest as Gen. Norton Schwartz address the audience during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 10, 2012.

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