To celebrate the 250th birthday of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, a formation run to the iconic "Rocky Steps" of the Philadelphia Museum of Art was lead by Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos Ruiz, Oct. 10, 2025. The Navy and Marine Corps returned to Philadelphia, the birthplace of the sea services, to celebrate 250 years of heritage. The anniversary event highlighted advances in military technology and the commitment of service members, while providing the public the opportunity to visit ships and engage with Sailors and Marines while experiencing the hospitality of the City of Brotherly Love. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Miguel Santiago)
Legalman 1st Class David Schneider, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (IKE), was awarded the United States Navy's Judge Advocate General's (JAG) 2024 Service Member of the Year Award.
