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    SMMC Attends Book Release Ceremony [Image 6 of 6]

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    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage uniform is speaking or presenting at an event inside what appears to be a visitor or conference center. The backdrop features signage for the National Museum of the Marine Corps and a '250th' anniversary celebration banner. The Marine appears engaged and animated, gesturing with one hand while holding documents in the other.

    ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    09.01.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Alexandra Earl 

    Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps

    U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, speaks to Marines and ceremony attendees during a book release hosted by The Marine Corps History Division, Arlington, Virginia, Sept. 1, 2026. The ceremony took place to highlight “The Legacy of 9/11: The U.S. Marine Corps and the Terror Attacks of September 2001.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alexandra M. Earl)

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    Date Taken: 09.01.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 15:40
    Photo ID: 9904328
    VIRIN: 260901-M-LW191-1103
    Resolution: 6235x4157
    Size: 11.38 MB
    Location: ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA, US
    Web Views: 5
    Downloads: 0

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    A formal military ceremony or presentation is taking place in what appears to be a government or military building. Five individuals are standing in a line — three in U.S. Marine Corps combat utility uniforms and two in civilian business attire. The backdrop includes displays referencing the National Museum of the Marine Corps, MCCU Press History Division, and a banner reading 'Happy [Birthday] Marine Corps.'
    The image shows a display easel holding a promotional poster for 'The Legacy of 9/11: The U.S. Marine Corps and the Terror Attacks of September 2001 - An Anthology.' The poster features a dark, painterly background image depicting destruction and includes a QR code at the bottom labeled 'Download Now.' The setting appears to be an indoor exhibition or event space.
    A large group of U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are gathered in what appears to be a modern institutional building, listening to a civilian speaker on the right side of the frame. Stacks of books or publications are visible on tables in the foreground, suggesting a book distribution or briefing event. Two civilians in suits and one senior military figure appear to be addressing the assembled Marines.
    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage uniform shakes hands with a civilian man in a gray suit during what appears to be a formal book presentation or award ceremony. The civilian is handing the Marine a publication that appears to be titled 'The U.S. Marine Corps and the Terrorist Attacks of September 2001' or similar 9/11-related content. The event appears to take place in a military facility decorated with unit insignia and banners.
    Four individuals pose for a formal photo at what appears to be a United States Marine Corps event, likely a book or publication presentation. Two individuals in the center are wearing Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms and holding what appear to be framed photographs or publications, flanked by two men in civilian business attire. The backdrop features USMC branding including a '250th Anniversary' logo and historical displays.
    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage uniform is speaking or presenting at an event inside what appears to be a visitor or conference center. The backdrop features signage for the National Museum of the Marine Corps and a '250th' anniversary celebration banner. The Marine appears engaged and animated, gesturing with one hand while holding documents in the other.

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