Military Ceremonies and Events

Photographs of military personnel participating in various public events and ceremonies, showcasing patriotism and community engagement at sports events.

Maryland National Guard soldiers and airmen participate in the pre-game ceremony for the Baltimore Ravens against the Miami Dolphins game at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., Sept. 18, 2022. The pre-game ceremony included service members holding a large American flag at mid-field during the national anthem.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Sgt. Dakota Meyer, stands on the field while his Medal of Honor citation is read during a television time out in the New York Jets vs Jacksonville Jaguars game, at Metlife Stadium, here, Sept 18. Meyer is the only living Marine to be awarded the Medal of Honor for actions since Vietnam. In 2009, he made multiple trips into an intense firefight to try and save members of his team. Meyer recently announced a campaign to He has also issued a Challenge to America” to match his efforts and raise an additional $1 million to Honor Marines by Educating their Children.” This challenge allows Americans to help wounded Marines from all conflicts, especially the past 10 years, and forever change their lives by investing in a Marine student’s future. For more information visit, www.dakotameyer.com.

Maryland National Guard soldiers and airmen participate in the pre-game ceremony for the Baltimore Ravens against the Miami Dolphins game at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., Sept. 18, 2022. The pre-game ceremony included service members holding a large American flag at mid-field during the national anthem.

Maryland National Guard soldiers and airmen participate in the pre-game ceremony for the Baltimore Ravens against the Miami Dolphins game at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., Sept. 18, 2022. The pre-game ceremony included service members holding a large American flag at mid-field during the national anthem.

U.S. Airmen assigned to Royal Air Force Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath standby to assist unfurling the U.S. Flag during the pre-game ceremony of the National Football Leagues New York Giants vs. Green Bay Packers game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, in London, England, Oct. 9, 2022. The pre-game ceremony featured more than 50 Airmen unfurling the flag along with an honor guard team and vocalist to sing the U.S. National Anthem.

NEW YORK (Nov. 13, 2022) Service members participate in MetLife Stadium's "Salute to Service" ceremonies during a Giants vs. Texans game, Nov. 13, 2022. The game was part of NYC's annual Veterans Day observance events. (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Emily Casavant/ released)

Capt. Benjamin Jechorek, far right, gives direction to Army National Guard Soldiers from left to right 2nd Lt. Ceyenne Walton, 2nd Lt. Reily Altenberg, 2nd Lt. Emma Steffens, Officer Candidate Thomas Geary, 2nd Lt. James Moffet and 2nd Lt. Donte Stevens during the Military Appreciation Night ceremony at the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks baseball game, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo, N.D., Aug. 16, 2022. The Soldiers were conducting a public reaffirmation ceremony for being commissioned to second lieutenants during the event.

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Jason L. Morris, Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region (WRR), participates in the pregame ceremony for the Padres in San Diego, June 26, 2022. Morris threw the ceremonial first pitch on behalf of MCRD San Diego and WRR for Marine Corps appreciation day.

Chief Master Sgt. James Cody, command chief for Air Education and Training Command, and Airmen from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst salute during the singing of the national anthem at MCU Park in Brooklyn, New York City Aug. 21, 2012. The Brooklyn Cyclones hosted a Salute to the Air Force Night as part of Air Force Week 2012.

U.S. Airmen assigned to Royal Air Force Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath hold an unfurled U.S. Flag during the pre-game ceremony of the National Football Leagues New York Giants vs. Green Bay Packers game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, in London, England, Oct. 9, 2022. As part of the pre-game ceremony, Airmen presented a U.S. Flag alongside a U.K. flag presented by British service members. The Giants defeated the Packers 27-22.

Members of the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, join together for an on-field colors presentation during the Detroit Lions' Salute to Service” game at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan, on Sunday, Nov. 6 2022.

Chief of the Army Reserve Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels had the opportunity to meet with Army Reserve pilots and crew from the 5-159th General Support Aviation Battalion and 244th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade while being recognized on the field during the NFL Pro Bowl in Orlando, Fla., February 4, 2024. The NFL thanked the first woman to become Chief of the Army Reserve for her 40 years of service and continued support. Army

North Dakota Army National Guard Soldiers Capt. Benjamin Jechorek, far right, administers the officer commissioning oath for Soldiers reaffirming their commissioning as officers from left to right 2nd Lt. Ceyenne Walton, 2nd Lt. Reily Altenberg, 2nd Lt. Emma Steffens, Officer Candidate Thomas Geary, 2nd Lt. James Moffet and 2nd Lt. Donte Stevens during a commitment ceremony at the Military Appreciation Night for the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks baseball game, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo, N.D., Aug. 16, 2022.

Members from Coast Guard Air Station Houston prsent the colors during the playing of the National Anthem at a Houston Astros game at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas, Aug. 3, 2022. Coast Guard members from Air Station Houston and Sector Houston-Galveston were invited to the game as part of the Astros' Coast Guard appreciation game.

Second Lt. Evon Delisle, Air Force Research Laboratory, raises a hand in acknowledgement after being introduced as one of Wright-Patterson Air Force Bases Outstanding Airmen during pregame activities Sept. 2, 2022, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. The event was part of the Reds annual Military Appreciation Night.

North Dakota Army National Guard Soldiers from left to right 2nd Lt. Ceyenne Walton, 2nd Lt. Reily Altenberg, 2nd Lt. Emma Steffens, Officer Candidate Thomas Geary, 2nd Lt. James Moffet, 2nd Lt. Donte Stevens and Capt. Ben Jerchorek salute during the Military Appreciation Night ceremony at the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks baseball game, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo, N.D., Aug. 16, 2022. The Soldiers were conducting a reaffirmation ceremony for being commissioned to second lieutenants during the ceremony.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson, 48th Fighter Wing honor guardsman, prepares for the pre-game ceremony of the National Football Leagues New York Giants vs. Green Bay Packers game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, in London, England, Oct. 9, 2022. This was the second NFL game in England this year which featured Airmen from Royal Air Force Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath unfurling a U.S. Flag during the pre-game ceremony.

220821-N-HS181-1034 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 21, 2022) Sailors, assigned to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), participate in the San Diego Padres Salute to 100 Years of Aircraft Carriers at Petco Park, Aug. 21. Vinson is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

Military service members from the Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marines salute the flag during the opening ceremony of the Colts home opener at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022.

Indiana National Guard soldiers present the national and state flags while military service members from the Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marines salute the flag during the opening ceremony of the Colts home opener at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022. The Indianapolis Colts defeated the Kansas City Chiefs, 20-17, for the Colts' first win of the season.

Maryland National Guard soldiers and airmen participate in the pre-game ceremony for the Baltimore Ravens against the Miami Dolphins game at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., Sept. 18, 2022. The pre-game ceremony included service members holding a large American flag at mid-field during the national anthem.

Airmen from the 501st Combat Support Wing unveil an American flag during the national anthem at Wembley Stadium, in London, England, Oct. 30, 2022. Approximately 70 uniformed personnel represented the U.S. Air Force and nation by unveiling an American flag during the pre-game ceremonies of the Jacksonville Jaguars and Denver Broncos NFL game.

Col. John Watson, commander, 653rd Regional Support Group, administers the oath of enlistment to five Army Reserve Soldiers during a reenlistment ceremony, Nov. 6, State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Ariz. The ceremony took place shortly before a National Football League game between the Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks, part of the Cardinals annual Salute to Service activities. (Photo by Maj. Alun Thomas, 653rd RSG Public Affairs)

North Dakota Army National Guard Soldiers from left to right 2nd Lt. James Moffet, 2nd Lt. Donte Stevens and Capt. Ben Jerchorek salute during the Military Appreciation Night ceremony at the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks baseball game, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo, N.D., Aug. 16, 2022. The Soldiers were conducting a reaffirmation ceremony for being commissioned to second lieutenants during the ceremony.

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Indiana National Guard soldiers and airmen present the state and national colors at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Jan. 6, 2024. The Military Department of Indiana Ceremonial Unit presents the colors for every Colts home game during the season. (Indiana National Guard

Indiana National Guard soldiers present the national and state flags during the opening ceremony of the Indianapolis Colts home opener at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022. From left: Cpl. Grant Gaynor, Sgt. Nathan Casler, Staff Sgt. Emily McWilliams, Airman 1st Class Daniel Purcell.

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A Joint Armed Forces Color Guard presents the colors during Armed Forces Night at Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, May 21, 2022. The color guard included a member of the Whiteman Air Force Base Honor Guard.

Maryland National Guard soldiers and airmen participate in the pre-game ceremony for the Baltimore Ravens against the Miami Dolphins game at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., Sept. 18, 2022. The pre-game ceremony included service members holding a large American flag at mid-field during the national anthem.

The Joint Armed Forces Color Guard and drummers from The U.S. Navy Band attended a rehearsal for the Super Bowl LVIII pregame ceremonies on February 9, 2024 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The team was joined by Reba McEntire who performed the National Anthem.

120710-N-MZ294-272KANSAS CITY, Mo. (July 10, 2012) Sailors assigned to Navy Recruiting District Saint Louis and Navy Operational Support Center, Kansas City, along with Airman assigned to Whitman Air Force Base present a giant American flag before the 2012 major league baseball All-Star Game. More than 30 Sailors and 45 Airman will hold the flag during the singing of the National Anthem and pregame events.

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 1st Engineer Battalion, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, are highlighted during the opening ceremony of a Sporting Kansas City soccer match in Kansas City, Kansas, August 6, 2022. Approximately 200 1st ABCT Soldiers were highlighted during Sporting KCs Military Appreciation Day following the units return from an 11-month deployment to Europe.

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division salute the national colors during a San Diego Padres pregame ceremony at Petco Park, San Diego, California, Sept. 11, 2022. The ceremony paid tribute to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

Honor Guardsmen from the 22nd Air Refueling Wing, perform a National Anthem presentation of the colors at a Wichita Wind Surge game April 8, 2022, at Riverfront Stadium in Wichita, Kansas. The 344th Air Refueling Squadron performed a flyover while McConnell Airmen presented an American flag alongside Honor Guardsmen at the Wichita Wind Surges opening night.

220510-N-VP266-1126 WASHINGTON (May 10, 2022) -- U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to commands in the Naval District Washington region, man the rails during the national anthem prior to a baseball game at Nationals Park in Washington, May 10, 2022. Navy Day at Nationals Park is an event that honors the U.S. Navy.

Master Sgt. Andrew Tiehes (left), 22nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance section chief, and Senior Airman Jason Barnett (right), 22nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance journeyman, prepare to throw the first pitch at a Wichita Wind Surge game June 3rd, 2022 at Riverfront Stadium, Wichita, Kansas. Tiehes and Barnett were in charge of putting the Wichita Wind Surges nose art on a KC-46 when a members of the team visited McConnell Air Force Base.

ST. LOUIS (July 15, 2022) The Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Mid America color guard prepares to present the colors at Busch Stadium during the St. Louis Cardinals military appreciation night, July 15, 2022. NTAG Mid America, part of Navy Recruiting Command, recruits the next generation of Navy Sailors throughout areas encompassing Missouri, Kansas, central and southern Illinois, and a portion of Kentucky.

Members of the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) participate in the USSS Night with the Nationals, Nationals vs. LA Dodgers at the Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., May 25, 2022.

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Abdullah Salahud-Din, Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command G3 Special Operations Center Non-commissioned officer in charge waves during a military appreciation game at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri, May 15, 2022. Military members were appreciated before a baseball game.

221210-N-WF272-1572 PHILADELPHIA (Dec. 10, 2022) U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro administers the oath of enlistment to future U.S. Navy Sailors during the Army-Navy football game held at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Dec. 10, 2022. The game marked the 123rd meeting between the U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen and the U.S. Army Black Knights.

Members of the Utah National Guard were proud to help start the Fourth of July weekend with a bang by providing a cannon salute to start Stadium of Fire celebrations, July 2, 2022, in Provo, at LaVell Edwards Stadium on the Brigham Young University campus.The event kicked off with a combined color guard that included members from the Utah Air and Army National Guard along with other military branches, a flyover of F-35 fighter jets, the firing of the three 75mm howitzers rounds, Marie Osmond singing the national anthem backed by a choir, and an appearance by the U.S. Armys Golden Knight skydiving team making a spectacular landing on the stadium field.Fans enjoyed the hour-long Tim McGraw concert where they danced and sang along with many of his songs. Then came the grand finale of the evening, the largest stadium fireworks show in the U.S. Fireworks burst into the air perfectly timed to a powerful arrangement of hit songs celebrating Independence Day as the stadium was filled with fire

The Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., Color Guard wait for their queue to represent the colors during the playing of the national anthem at Fenway Park May 3, 2010.

SAN DIEGO (Aug. 21, 2022) Aviation Machinists Mate 2nd Class Dominique Calpo, from Makati City, Philippines, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), receives a signed baseball by professional baseball player Will Myers on the Petco Park baseball field before the start of a San Diego Padres game against the Washington Nationals. Abraham Lincoln is currently moored pier side Naval Station North Island in support of routine operations.

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SAN ANTONIO - (Sept. 9, 2022) In its continued effort to strengthen community relationships with the city of San Antonio, Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) San Antonio participated in the citys professional soccer club during the clubs Military Appreciation Night.

U.S. Marines awarded the Sponsorship Recognition Award at the Bands of America Grand National Championships on Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 11, 2022. Marine Corps Recruiting Command is proud to partner with Music for All, this partnership helps increase awareness of the Marine Corps opportunities and connect with band directors, influencers and students.

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U.S. soldier 1st Lt. Brad Wieberg from the 7th Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team (CST), Missouri National Guard surveys for radiation at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. Oct. 20, 2014. The 7th CST worked with federal and local agencies to insure a safe environment during the 2014 World Series against the Kansas City Royals and San Francisco Giants.

U.S. Army soldiers assigned to 5-159th General Support AviationBattalion and 244th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade are recognized on the field of the 2024 NFL Pro Bowl for providing flyover above the stadium at the Camping WorldStadium in Orlando, Fla., on February 4, 2024. The flyover included a CH47 Chinook, UH60 Blackhawk, and HH60 Blackhawk. Army

The Joint Armed Forces Color Guard, along with Soldiers from the United States Army Band Pershings Own, present the colors before the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship Game between the University of Michigan Wolverines and the University of Washington Huskies on January 7-8, 2024 at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.

Airmen from the 344th Air Refueling Squadron, fly a KC-46 Pegasus over a Wichita Wind Surge Game during the National Anthem April 8, 2022, at Riverfront Stadium in Wichita, Kansas. The 344th Air Refueling Squadron performed a flyover while McConnell Airmen presented an American flag alongside Honor Guardsmen at the Wichita Wind Surges opening night.

220821-N-HS181-1113 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 21, 2022) Sailors, assigned to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), participate in the San Diego Padres Salute to 100 Years of Aircraft Carriers at Petco Park, Aug. 21. Vinson is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

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Soldiers assigned to the U.S. Army Silent Drill Team perform at Aloha Stadium during the 2012 National Football League Pro Bowl halftime show in Honolulu, Hawaii, Jan. 29. Several hundred service members assigned to bases throughout Hawaii were honored during the 2012 Pro Bowl halftime show.

Paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division and other service members from different units and branches were recognized during the Coca Cola 600 Nascar race May 29, 2022, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, North Carolina. The race took place on Memorial day in honor of those who have defended the nation's freedoms by paying the ultimate sacrifice.

040201-F-0082H-003. US Marine Corps (USMC) General (GEN) Peter Pace, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chief's of Staff (JCS), salutes during the playing of the National Anthem at SUPERBOWL XXXVIII (38), at the Houston Astrodome, Texas (TX).

Airmen from the 501st Combat Support Wing carry an American flag onto the field during national anthem rehearsal at Wembley Stadium, in London, England, Oct. 30, 2022. Approximately 70 uniformed personnel represented the U.S. Air Force and nation by unveiling an American flag during the pre-game ceremonies of the Jacksonville Jaguars and Denver Broncos NFL game.

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Richard Peacock (left), commander of the 1st Engineer Battalion, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, and U.S. Army Capt. Lauren McGovern (right), the Operation Victory Wellness Chief, 1st Infantry Division - Special Staff, lead Soldiers assigned to the 1st Eng. Bn., during the opening ceremony of a Sporting Kansas City soccer match in Kansas City, Kansas, August 6, 2022. Approximately 200 1st ABCT Soldiers were highlighted during Sporting KCs Military Appreciation Day following the units return from an 11-month deployment to Europe.

The All American Chorus performs at Segra Stadium in Fayetteville, NC, April 12, 2022. Paratroopers from Fort Bragg attended the first home game of the season for the Woodpeckers and showed their support for the hometown team.

Master Sgt. Michelle Lee, 445th Aeromedical Staging Squadron, provides American Sign Language interpretation while the National Anthem is performed at a Dayton Dragons baseball game Aug. 5, 2022 in Ohio. A nationally certified ASL interpreter and former Disney World theatrical interpreter, Lee has interpreted concerts and shows across the eastern United States. She joined the 445th ASTS in 2011 and currently serves as the squadrons noncommissioned officer in charge of newcomers. The squadron hosted a morale event at the minor league baseball game and Lee volunteered to interpret for members of the deaf community.

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221112-N-WF272-2400 BALTIMORE (Nov. 12, 2022) U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro administers the oath of enlistment to future U.S. Navy Sailors, recruited by Navy Talent Acquisition Group Philadelphia, during the Navy-Notre Dame football game held at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Nov. 12, 2022. The game marked the 23rd time the city of Baltimore has hosted a Navy-Notre Dame game and the first since 2008. NTAG Philadelphia encompasses regions of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and West Virginia, providing recruiting services from more than 30 talent acquisition sites with the overall goal of attracting the highest quality candidates to ensure the ongoing success of Americas Navy.

Indiana National Guard soldiers and airmen present national and state colors for the opening ceremony of the Indianapolis Colts preseason home opener, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022. From left: Spc. Barak Strahan, 38th Infantry Division Band from Lawrence; Sgt. Brandon Hazelbaker, 38th Infantry Division Band from Indianapolis; retired Master Sgt. Patrick Slattery, 122nd Fighter Wing, from Fort Wayne, Indiana; Senior Airman Meagan Barker, 122nd Fighter Wing, from Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Members of the 509th Bomb Wing announce the starting lineup for the Kansas City Royals during Armed Forces Night at Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, May 21, 2022. Throughout the game the Royals recognized members and veterans of each branch of the armed forces.

Chief Master Sgt. Sarah Orwig, 185th Air Refueling Wing Security Forces salutes the flag during the national anthem at the beginning of an Iowa Cubs baseball game in Des Moines Iowa on July 15, 2022. Air National Guard photo: Senior Master Sgt. Vincent De Groot

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Chris Lucido sings the national anthem at a professional baseball game in Queens, New York on May 30, 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.

Airmen were honored during half time at a University of Arizona Wildcats football game at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Sept. 10, 2022. These members were honored individually for their service and presentation of new innovative ideas.

Airmen from the 501st Combat Support Wing stand at attention prior to the national anthem at Wembley Stadium, in London, England, Oct. 30, 2022. Approximately 70 uniformed personnel represented the U.S. Air Force and nation by unveiling an American flag during the pre-game ceremonies of the Jacksonville Jaguars and Denver Broncos NFL game.

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U.S. Army Soldiers, with the New Jersey National Guard, cheer during the "Salute to Service" football game hosted by the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Nov. 6, 2022. Soldiers of the New Jersey National Guard participated in the pregame ceremonies at the New York Jets "Salute to Service" game.

Cadets with Clemson Universitys Army ROTC detachment conduct a Fallen Soldier Battlefield Cross ceremony during halftime of the Clemson Tigers Military Appreciation Game in Memorial Stadium, Nov. 12, 2022. More than 81,000 people filled Memorial Stadium for the game, but the whole place fell silent during the ceremony. (Photo by Ken Scar)

ST. LOUIS (Aug. 18, 2022) Cmdr. John Bear, the commanding officer of USS St. Louis (LCS 19), gives the oath of enlistment to Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Mid America Future Sailors at Bush Stadium during the 64th Annual Recruit Cardinal Company swear-in ceremony, Aug. 18, 2022. Cardinal Company is named after the St. Louis Cardinals, who together with NTAG Mid America and the St. Louis Navy League, have sponsored the group annually since 1958. Every year, Cardinal Company is composed of NTAG Mid America Future Sailors who march from the Gateway Arch to Busch Stadium, taking the oath of enlistment while on the baseball field. NTAG Mid America, part of Navy Recruiting Command, recruits the next generation of Navy Sailors throughout areas encompassing Missouri, Kansas, central and southern Illinois, and a portion of Kentucky.

Senior Chief Petty Officer Kristy Lock sings the National Anthem during the opening of the Colorado Rapids Military Appreciation night event.

Chief Master Sgt. Sarah Orwig, 185th Air Refueling Wing Security Forces is honored at an Iowa Cubs baseball game in Des Moines Iowa on July 15, 2022. Air National Guard photo: Senior Master Sgt. Vincent De Groot

A patch is worn on the sleeve of Chief Master Sgt. Leon Calloway, Air Force District of Washington command chief, during the playing of the National Anthem at Fedex Field in North Englewood, Md., Sept. 25, 2022. As a continuation of the celebration of the United States Air Forces 75th anniversary, Maj. Gen. Joel Jackson, AFDW commander, was honored to be on the field for the coin toss and accept the game ball delivery with Chief Master Sgt. Leon Calloway, AFDW command chief.

Service members display the colors as U.S. Air Force Reserve Tech. Sgt. Freddie Garza performs the national anthem during the Seattle Mariners Salute to Armed Forces Night at T-Mobile Park in Seattle May 7, 2022. The event honors service members and veterans with pregame recognition, meeting players, and the ceremonial first pitch.

Col. Christopher Meeker, 88th Air Base Wing and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base commander, administers the oath of enlistment to Air Force recruits at Great American Ball Park prior to the Reds-Rockies game Sept. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. The ceremony was part of the Reds annual Military Appreciation Night.

Ensign Paula Niederland, left, from Englewood, New Jersey, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) assistant public affairs officer, discusses the University of Michigan Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) with Gunnery Sgt. Dan Tabor, from Detroit, University of Michigan's NROTC assistant Marine officer instructor, while visiting University of Michigan's stadium, The Big House, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, September 2, 2022. Twelve Ford Sailors traveled to Michigan for the ships annual namesake visit to learn about the legacy of President Gerald R. Ford and connect with local community members in Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor and Albion.

U.S. Air Force Airmen from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base display a large American flag during Day Air Ballparks American Celebration night Aug. 13, 2022 in Dayton, Ohio. American Celebration night included military static displays, posting of the colors by the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base honor guard and the swearing in of new Air Force and Marine recruits.

U.S. Marine Maj. Michael Dorsey, left, passes a guidon to Maj. Michael Siani, as he assumes command of Recruiting Station Dallas (RS Dallas) in Mckinney, Texas, June 17, 2022. A Change of Command ceremony is held for the on going commanding officer, Dorsey and the incoming officer, Siani, for RS Dallas.

NEW YORK (April 25, 2013) Service members share the stage with NFL Commissioner Rodger Goodell during the Salute to the Troops on the first day of the 2013 NFL Draft. From right, Information Systems Technician 1st Class George Ragland, Cmdr. John Skarin, commanding officer of Navy Recruiting District New York, Senior Chief Marine Science Technician Rich Greidanus, Store Keeper 1st Class Mat Sokolowski, Staff Sgt. Micheal Forras, Sgt. Ben Hernandez, Master Sgt. Carla Myers and representatives from the Wounded Warriors program.

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Adrienne Warren and Col. Eric Schmidt, 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing command chief and commander, stand in the center of the field after the coin toss for a football game at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, October 15, 2022. Warren and Schmidt were participating in the coin toss at the United States Air Force Academy football game as they faced off against the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

110522-N-ZL585-140 CAMDEN, N.J. (May 22, 2011) Interior Communications Electrician 1st Class Vincent Wiersema performs the national anthem to start the Armed Forces Appreciation Day celebration at Campbell's Field before a Camden Riversharks baseball game during Philadelphia Navy Week, one of 21 Navy Weeks planned across America this year. Veterans and members of the Warrior's Watch Ridgers, the Nam Knights, and Riders of the Lamb were on the field to honor members of the armed forces. Navy Weeks are designed to showcase the investment Americans have made in their Navy as a global force for good and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence.

110515-N-AD372-286WASHINGTON (May 15, 2011) Washington Nationals mascot Screech high fives Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Andrew Jenkins, U.S. Pacific Fleet Sailor of the Year, at the Nationals Park prior to a major league baseball game between the Nationals and the Florida Marlins. The four Sailors will be meritoriously promoted to chief petty officers for their accomplishments.

221120-N-RB168-0007 PITTSBURGH (November 20, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Malique Graham, assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group Pittsburgh, left, looks onto the football field at Acrisure Stadium before carrying the Navy flag with service members from every branch of the military, during the player introductions at the Pittsburgh Steelers Salute to Service game vs. the Cincinnati Bengals at November 20. NTAG Pittsburgh, part of Navy Recruiting Command, recruits the next generation of Navy Sailors throughout areas in Pennsylvania, New York, West Virginia, and Maryland.

1st Infantry Division Deputy Commanding General-Support, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Niave F. Knell, and 1st Infantry Division Command Sergeant Major, U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Albert Serrano represents 1st ID at Michie stadium West Point, New York on October 1, 2022. The Army Black Knights highlights a different unit each week during the football season.

Staff Sgt. Jason T. Fetty flips the coin to start the 2009 All-American Bowl in the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. Fetty is a civil affairs NCO at Fort Bragg, N.C., and was one of 85 Soldier-Heroes representing the Army during pre-game activities. Sergeant Major of the Army Kenneth O. Preston, Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Peter W. Chiarelli, and Secretary of the Army Pete Geren assisted in the ceremonial toss.

Pilots assigned to the 115th Fighter Wing take part in a flyover during a Wisconsin Badgers football game Sept 10, 2022 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin. This is the last F-16 Badger Flyover for the 115th as the wing begins the transition from the F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft to the F-35 Lighting II aircraft.

The 135th Army Band honored the 9/11 anniversary game at Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, Mo., Sept. 11, 2022. Members of the band sang God Bless America. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Spc. Rose Di Trolio)

220909-N-PN850-1024 BALTIMORE (Sep. 09, 2022) Musician 1st Class Robert A. Kurth sings the National Anthem at Orioles Park to celebrate Maryland Fleet Week

U.S. Army Combat Veterans are honored during ceremony in recognition of Valor in Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom during the 113th Army vs. Navy football game Dec. 8, 2012, in Philadelphia, Pa.

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NEW YORK (Nov. 13, 2022) Service members participate in MetLife Stadium's "Salute to Service" opening ceremony during a Giants vs. Texans game, Nov. 13, 2022. The game was part of NYC's annual Veterans Day observance events. (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Emily Casavant/ released)

Maj. Gen. Michel M. Russell Sr., commanding general, 1st Theater Sustainment Command, reenlists Soldiers from 1st TSC and other units assigned to Fort Knox, during a mass reenlistment ceremony November 5, 2022, at Cardinals Football Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky.

The Joint Armed Forces Color Guard and drummers from The U.S. Navy Band presented the colors before Super Bowl LVIII where the San Francisco 49ers took on the Kansas City Chiefs on February 11, 2024, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The JAFCG joined Reba McEntire in the end zone where she performed The National Anthem.

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 7, 2012) Future Sailors and Marines in the delayed-entry program, recite the oath of enlistment during a half-time ceremony at the San Francisco 49ers football game against the Buffalo Bills as part of San Francisco Fleet Week 2012 (SFFW 12). SFFW 12 is scheduled from Oct. 3-8 and brings more than 2,500 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen from four ships to the city of San Francisco in order to highlight the personnel, technology and capabilities of the sea services. The U.S. Navy has a 237-year heritage of defending freedom and projecting and protecting U.S. interests around the globe. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

Master Sgt. Andrew Tiehes (left), 22nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance section chief, and Senior Airman Jason Barnett (right), 22nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance journeyman, waited on the field for the first pitch at a Wind Surge game June 3rd, 2022 at Riverfront Stadium, Wichita, Kansas. Tiehes and Barnett were given the opportunity to throw the first pitch at the Wind Surge game to show the unity between McConnell Air Force Base and the Wichita community.

Indiana National Guard soldiers present the national and state flags during the opening ceremony of the Indianapolis Colts final preseason game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022. From left: Spc. Marcus Tinner, Spc. Samuel Miller, Spc. Kendall Appleton, Spc. Shriek Carrillo.

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