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Military Honor Ceremonies

A collection of U.S. service members in ceremonial dress, showcasing formal events such as wreath-laying and parades, featuring flags, precision, and a solemn atmosphere.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Norwegian Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram engage in a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 20, 2022.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Norwegian Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram engage in a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 20, 2022.
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SPECIALIST Fourth Class (SPC) Jack Wheeler stands at the "present arms" position during a performance by the US Army Drill Team. SPC Wheeler is a drill team soloist with the 3rd US Infantry (Old Guard). Base: Fort Meyer State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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Color Guard Members of the Filipino-American Veterans of Hampton Roads present the colors during the unveiling of a Virginia Historical Marker honoring Filipino Sailors in the U.S. Navy on May 28, 2022. The event occurred at the Philippine Cultural Center of Virginia in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Batttalion, 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
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U.S. Marine Corps LtCol. Charles Winchester, outgoing commanding officer of the 9th Marine Corps District, and Col. Jeffrey Buffa, incoming commanding officer of the 9th Marine Corps District, conduct a change of command ceremony at Naval Station Great Lakes. After the ceremony LtCol. Winchester held a retirement ceremony where he was honorably discharged after serving 31 years in the Marine Corps.
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Service members take part in the honor cordon as Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III welcomes NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., June 2, 2022. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)
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Lance Cpl. Michael J. Jakubowski, Marine Barracks Washington, renders a salute to the official party during a Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial, Arlington, Va., July 26, 2022. The hosting official for the evening was General Ryan P. Heritage, Commanding General, Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command & Marine Corps Space Command. The guest of honor was Lt. Gen. Timothy D. Haugh, incoming Deputy Commander for United States Cyber Command.
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011026-M-8408L-001. Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Bryan Williams, the Drum Major with the 2d Marine Division Band leads the band during a ceremony at Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, Belleau, France, May 29, 2022. This Memorial Day ceremony was held to commemorate the 104th anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood. The visit is to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their respective countries during World War I.
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DA-ST-88-04829. Base: Fort Irwin State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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Uniforms belonging to band members with the 257th Army band "Band of the Nations Capitol decorates the physical fitness center located within the D.C. National Guard Armory. Member’s uniforms and instruments are scattered through the area in preparation for their historic performance during the Presidential Inaugural Ball. This event marks the first time in history that a National Guard Band has played during an inaugural ball.
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FORT STEWART, Ga. -- President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama visit Fort Stewart to recognize the exceptional service and sacrifices of our troops, veterans and military families that have been crucial in the Divisions efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan, Apr. 27. Dog Face Soldiers render honors to the President and First Lady Obama as they make their way to the podium to address the audience.
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DM-SC-89-07943. Base: Marine Corps Base, Quantico State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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Office of the Deputy Administrator - September 11th Remembrance , Environmental Protection Agency
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Brig. GEN. E. C. Kelly, Jr., Depot Commanding General (left) presents the CG's Cup to Colonel J. P. Wright, Commanding Officer, Headquarters and Service Battalion. The battalion SGT. MAJ., Stanley Hillery helps to hold the cup. Base: Usmc Recruit Depot, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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The 1st Cavalry Division Honor Guard carries the colors to kick off the PRCA Rodeo at the Bell County Expo Jul. 1 at Belton, Texas.
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041213-M-3544G-017. Base: USMC Recruit Depot, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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U.S. Armed Forces personnel from the greater New Orleans areas participate in the 7th Annual Bells Across America ceremony for fallen active duty soldiers at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans in Belle Chasse, Louisiana on Sept. 22, 2022. Bells Across America is hosted by the Navy Gold Star Program.
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PUERTO PRINCESA, Philippines (August 3, 2022) - U.S. Navy Sailors present colors during the Pacific Partnership 2022 Philippine Opening Ceremony at Mendoza Park. Now in its 17th year, Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific.
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U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Bryan Williams, the Drum Major with the 2d Marine Division Band signs pamphlets after performing at Les Invalides in Paris, France, May 24, 2022. The purpose of their visit to Les Invalides was to perform for the disabled veterans of the French Military who were wounded in war.
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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
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Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin Berlin, Germany - October 26, 2013: Checkpoint Charlie streetview - it was the most famous crossing point between East and West Germany during the cold war. Copyright: xZoonar.com/AlexanderxDrechselx 7890059
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A Japanese Air SelF Defense Force honor guard stands on the runway apron to greet LGEN William H. Ginn Jr., commander, United States Forces Japan, during Exercise Cope North '81-3. In the background is a JASDF C-1 medium transport aircraft. Subject Operation/Series: COPE NORTH '81-3 Base: Nyutabaru Air Base State: Kyashu Country: Japan (JPN)
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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Abegail Megan Fang, an administrative specialist, left, and Sgt. Jared Curtis, the logistics chief for Headquarters and Service Company, both with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, carry a wreath during an annual wreath-laying ceremony at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in Simi Valley, California, Feb. 6, 2024. This ceremony is an annual event to commemorate the life and legacy of the 40th president of the United States, Ronald Reagan, and is held every year on his birthday by presidential declaration. Marine Corps
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Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro poses for a photo with newly reenlisted Marines during a reenlistment ceremony at the World Trade Center memorial in New York City, Nov. 10, 2022. The Veterans Day Parade is observed annually by veterans, service members and local residents to give thanks and support for members of the armed forces.