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    Khe Sanh Marines Pass Knowledge, Tradition to 22nd MEU Marines [Image 2 of 7]

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    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place outdoors at what appears to be a memorial or official installation. Two Marines in dress uniforms carry the U.S. flag and the Marine Corps flag while a formation of Marines in service uniforms stands at attention saluting. Civilian spectators observe the ceremony from the left side near a large concrete monument structure.

    QUANTICO, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    08.30.2012

    Photo by Sgt. Amber Blanchard 

    22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit

    Marines and sailors with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit hold a welcoming ceremony for the Khe Sanh Veterans Inc. reunion at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico, Va., Aug. 30, 2012. The 22nd MEU spent time exchanging experiences with and learning from veterans who served at Khe Sanh.

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    Date Taken: 08.30.2012
    Date Posted: 09.25.2012 10:46
    Photo ID: 671561
    VIRIN: 120830-M-VS676-048
    Resolution: 3000x2000
    Size: 1002 KB
    Location: QUANTICO, VIRGINIA, US
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    An elderly civilian man in a dark suit and tie is speaking or addressing a group of military personnel in tan/khaki uniforms. The military members, who appear to be U.S. Marines based on their distinctive uniforms and insignia, are standing at ease in the background. The setting appears to be an indoor or covered military facility.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place outdoors at what appears to be a memorial or official installation. Two Marines in dress uniforms carry the U.S. flag and the Marine Corps flag while a formation of Marines in service uniforms stands at attention saluting. Civilian spectators observe the ceremony from the left side near a large concrete monument structure.
    A military ceremony is taking place at an outdoor memorial or monument featuring large concrete walls and an open gateway structure. A color guard is presenting the American flag and what appears to be a Marine Corps flag, while uniformed personnel stand in formation on a well-manicured grass lawn. Civilian spectators are visible in the background near the monument's entrance.
    A large group of civilians, many wearing caps and lanyards suggesting an organized tour or event, are gathered along a walkway near a large concrete wall. They appear to be interacting with or being addressed by several uniformed military personnel, likely U.S. Marines based on their olive drab dress uniforms. The setting appears to be a military museum, memorial, or official installation on a sunny day.
    A large group of visitors, predominantly older adults, walk in a loose line along a paved path beside a grassy lawn. Behind them is a striking modernist building featuring a dramatic white concrete structure with angular fins or wing-like elements rising into a clear blue sky. The architecture and landscaping suggest this is a prominent cultural institution, consistent with the Milwaukee Art Museum designed by Santiago Calatrava.
    An outdoor gathering appears to be a military or veterans event, with uniformed Navy personnel interacting with civilians including a man in a wheelchair. A man in a white shirt is shaking hands with the wheelchair user, while Navy sailors in tan uniforms engage with the group. Several individuals wearing red caps, likely veterans' organization hats, are visible in the background.
    A group of U.S. Marines in tan service uniforms (Charlie/Alpha service uniform) are gathered outdoors in a wooded area, interacting with civilians who appear to be veterans based on their caps and lanyards. The scene appears to be a commemorative or community event where active-duty Marines are meeting with veterans or civilian guests. The atmosphere is relaxed and conversational.

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