Readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Theodore McElwee, production manager for the Marine Forces Reserve Band shakes the hand of a child during the Super Bowl LIX parade, New Orleans, Feb. 8, 2025. The Marine Corps is the lead service for Super Bowl LIX, participating in multiple events throughout the week exhibiting pride leading up to the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Scott Jenkins)