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    Freedom 250: Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band Performs at SM Mall of Asia [Image 1 of 23]

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    An outdoor concert event hosted by the United States Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band, as indicated by the large backdrop signage reading 'UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS FORCES PACIFIC BAND - LIVE IN CONCERT'. A man in a blue suit and striped tie is speaking into a microphone on stage, likely serving as an emcee or official speaker. The stage is decorated with red, white, and blue patriotic bunting, and a crowd of attendees is visible in the foreground, including one person wearing a patriotic Uncle Sam-style hat.

    MANILA, PHILIPPINES

    06.27.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy 

    Marine Rotational Force - Southeast Asia

    Mr. Chad Kinnear, Deputy Director of Public Engagement, Public Diplomacy Section, U.S. Embassy Manila, gives his opening remarks before a concert in celebration of Freedom 250 at the SM Mall of Asia, Manila, Philippines, June 28, 2026. Marine Rotational Force – Southeast Asia supported communication coverage of the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band performance in Manila as part of the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines' Freedom 250 campaign. The concert celebrated the enduring friendship between the United States and the Philippines while commemorating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, 80 years of diplomatic relations, and the 75th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty.

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    Date Taken: 06.27.2026
    Date Posted: 06.30.2026 22:54
    Photo ID: 9782489
    VIRIN: 260628-M-CQ925-1053
    Resolution: 6503x4335
    Size: 11.33 MB
    Location: MANILA, PH
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