U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Lucas T. Devalder, a Trumpeter with the Quantico Marine Band, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, plays ‘Taps’ during the wreath laying ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during Maine Week Chicago, July 13, 2025. The wreath laying ceremony was held to honor the U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nickolas A. Daniels and other Marines who paid the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Enduring Freedom. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the Nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Steven Wells)
