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    2d Recon Cake Cutting [Image 9 of 11]

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    An elderly veteran is speaking into a microphone at an outdoor ceremony, holding a cane in his left hand. He is wearing a navy blazer with a visible organizational patch, a medal/lanyard, and a black cap with purple lettering that reads 'Purple Heart' and 'Combat Wounded'. Multiple U.S. state flags are displayed on poles in the background.

    CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    11.08.2021

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Deja Rogers 

    2nd Marine Division

    U.S. Marine Corps retired Maj. James Capers Jr., a Baltimore native, gives a speech during a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 246th Marine Corps birthday on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Nov. 8, 2021. The annual ceremony is a long-standing tradition where the oldest Marine in attendance hands the first piece of cake to the youngest Marine, a custom that represents passing on the legacy of the Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Deja Thomas)

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    Date Taken: 11.08.2021
    Date Posted: 11.09.2021 15:25
    Photo ID: 6930893
    VIRIN: 211108-M-QG276-1252
    Resolution: 1727x2316
    Size: 2.79 MB
    Location: CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, US
    Hometown: BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, US
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    Downloads: 6

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    A formal military ceremony featuring United States Marine Corps and Navy personnel standing at salute under a tent canopy. Multiple officers in dress uniforms with service ribbons and rank insignia are prominently visible in the foreground. The setting appears to be an official military event, likely a change of command, retirement, or commemorative ceremony.
    A formal United States Marine Corps ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely a change of command or official military event. Multiple Marines in dress uniform are rendering salutes simultaneously, with senior officers prominently positioned in the foreground. The setting includes a tent canopy, red ceremonial chairs bearing the USMC eagle globe and anchor emblem, and a red flag consistent with a general officer's flag.
    A group of U.S. Marines in dress uniform (Service Charlie/Alpha) are participating in a formal military ceremony or parade. Several Marines in the foreground are carrying a large draped object on a wheeled cart, while additional Marines stand in formation in the background. The setting appears to be an outdoor parade deck or courtyard at a Marine Corps installation.
    A United States Marine in dress uniform (Charlie uniform) holds an ornamental scroll and a ceremonial Mameluke sword during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. The Marine is wearing the distinctive white cover (cap) with the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem, along with a khaki service shirt and blue trousers. Additional Marines in similar uniforms are visible in the background.
    A military cake-cutting ceremony is taking place outdoors, featuring a shield-shaped cake decorated in red and gray with a military unit insignia and the partial text 'OVE YOU NEVER BELOW YOU' visible around the base. Personnel in U.S. Marine Corps uniforms (tan service uniforms with red-striped blue trousers) and a civilian in a blue suit are gathered around the cake. A sword or ceremonial knife is being used to cut the cake, consistent with traditional Marine Corps Birthday Ball or unit celebration customs.
    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely at a U.S. Marine Corps installation. A senior Marine officer in dress uniform is presenting something on a red plate to an elderly veteran wearing a Purple Heart cap and a navy blazer adorned with multiple medals and a medallion. Additional Marines in service uniforms stand in formation in the background.
    A senior U.S. Marine Corps officer, identifiable by his white cover, multiple service ribbons, and general officer rank insignia, addresses an audience via microphone at an outdoor military ceremony. Behind him stands a color guard of four Marines in dress uniform holding the U.S. flag, Marine Corps colors, and additional unit guidons. The setting appears to be a well-lit outdoor venue with trees in the background, suggesting a formal military event such as a change of command or commemoration ceremony.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, where a senior U.S. Marine Corps officer in service uniform is shaking hands with an elderly civilian veteran wearing a Purple Heart cap. Color guard Marines in dress blues stand at attention in the background holding flags including the U.S. flag. The event appears to be a recognition or commemoration ceremony.
    An elderly veteran is speaking into a microphone at an outdoor ceremony, holding a cane in his left hand. He is wearing a navy blazer with a visible organizational patch, a medal/lanyard, and a black cap with purple lettering that reads 'Purple Heart' and 'Combat Wounded'. Multiple U.S. state flags are displayed on poles in the background.
    A close-up profile shot of a young female Marine or ROTC cadet in dress uniform, wearing a white cover (cap) with gold eagle globe and anchor insignia and a black patent leather visor. She stands at attention alongside at least one other uniformed individual in the background, with an American flag visible and a red brick building behind them. The image appears to capture a formal military ceremony or parade formation.
    A U.S. Marine in Service 'Charlie' uniform stands at parade rest beside a bulldog on a leash. Behind them is a unit insignia sign reading 'Swift Silent Deadly – 2D Recon Battalion' featuring a skull-and-crossbones design on a red background. The setting appears to be an outdoor military installation on a clear, sunny day.

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