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    USS Rushmore celebrates 237th Marine Corps Birthday [Image 3 of 5]

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    U.S. Marines in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniforms are carrying a ceremonial cake on a red-draped table during what appears to be a Marine Corps Birthday celebration. The wooden sign on the table reads 'November 10 1775 237', referencing the founding date of the Marine Corps and its 237th anniversary. The ceremony is taking place on what appears to be the deck of a naval vessel, with military equipment and vehicles visible in the background.

    USS RUSHMORE, AT SEA

    11.07.2012

    Photo by Cpl. Timothy Childers 

    15th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    Marines from the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit carry the ceremonial birthday cake during an early Marine Corps Birthday celebration on the flight deck of the USS Rushmore, Nov. 7. The 15th MEU is deployed as part of the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group as a theater reserve and crisis response force throughout U.S. Central Command and the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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    Date Taken: 11.07.2012
    Date Posted: 11.08.2012 06:17
    Photo ID: 778418
    VIRIN: 121107-M-VZ265-056
    Resolution: 1800x1200
    Size: 542.66 KB
    Location: USS RUSHMORE, AT SEA
    Web Views: 258
    Downloads: 12

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    A U.S. Marine officer identified by the name tape 'TOPP' is participating in what appears to be a military ceremony, receiving or exchanging a small item on a plate with a junior Marine. The scene takes place outdoors, likely on a ship's deck, with a large formation of Marines in MARPAT desert camouflage uniforms standing at attention in the background. The warm golden lighting suggests the event is occurring at either sunrise or sunset.
    A group of U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms stand in formation with heads bowed, suggesting a moment of prayer, reflection, or a memorial ceremony. The foreground Marine's uniform clearly displays 'U.S. MARINES' tape and rank insignia, and he is wearing a patrol cap. The warm, low-angle lighting suggests either early morning or late afternoon conditions, likely outdoors on a tarmac or flat surface.
    U.S. Marines in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniforms are carrying a ceremonial cake on a red-draped table during what appears to be a Marine Corps Birthday celebration. The wooden sign on the table reads 'November 10 1775 237', referencing the founding date of the Marine Corps and its 237th anniversary. The ceremony is taking place on what appears to be the deck of a naval vessel, with military equipment and vehicles visible in the background.
    U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms are cutting a ceremonial cake with a sword on what appears to be the deck of a naval vessel. The cake is decorated with red and gold frosting and bears the text 'BLT 3/[?]', '2012', and 'NOVEMBER 10 1775-237', indicating this is a Marine Corps Birthday celebration. A formation of Marines stands at attention in the background.
    A senior military officer in USMC MARPAT desert camouflage uniform addresses a large formation of Marines on the flight deck of a naval vessel. The officer stands at a podium with a microphone and open binder, while rows of uniformed personnel stand at attention or parade rest. Military vehicles including HMMWVs are visible on the deck in the background.

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