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U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David K. Winnacker, right, commanding general, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, receives the first piece of traditional Marine Corps birthday cake from Col. Brooks D. Braden, commanding officer, Marine Innovation Unit, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, during the MIU's 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball in White Plains, New York, Nov. 21, 2025. The birthday ball took place at the conclusion of MIU’s annual week-long training period, establishing objectives and plans for the coming year. Established in 2022, the MIU leverages the talent of the Marine Corps Reserve to accelerate the adoption of advanced capabilities, transform Naval Service capacity for technology employment, and retain and invest in Total Force human capital. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas)