Daniel P. Cortez, left, chairman of the national vet court alliance, and Lance Cpl. Ryan J. Weatherford, right, a musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, exchange a piece of cake during 2nd MAW’s 250th Marine Corps birthday ball at Riverfront Convention Center, New Bern, North Carolina, Nov. 7, 2025. The oldest Marine passes the piece of cake to the youngest Marine, symbolizing the passing of wisdom and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on the Marine Corps traditions in the future. In 2025, Marines around the world will celebrate the Corps' 250th birthday, commemorating history of service and sacrifice while living by the motto “Semper Fidelis” or “Always Faithful” for their nation and to one another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sorayma Garcia)
| Date Taken: | 11.07.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 11.13.2025 15:25 |
| Photo ID: | 9386014 |
| VIRIN: | 251107-M-DR180-1224 |
| Resolution: | 7459x4975 |
| Size: | 6.13 MB |
| Location: | NEW BERN, NORTH CAROLINA, US |
| Web Views: | 63 |
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