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Marines

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MFR SEAL - FLAT - 2022

U.S. Marine Corps Forces Reserve

New Orleans, LA. 70114

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U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron (HMHT)-302, land at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 29, 2019. HMHT-302 and Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron-461 are conducting an assault support movement; transporting over 500 Marines. Operations like these are necessary to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing in order to maintain a constant state of readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paige C. Stade)

U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron (HMHT)-302, land at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 29, 2019. HMHT-302 and Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron-461 are conducting an assault support movement; transporting over 500 Marines. Operations like these are necessary to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing in order to maintain a constant state of readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paige C. Stade)

Photo by Cpl. Paige Stade

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron (VMFAT) 502, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, performs flight maneuvers during an aerial refueling training mission over Southern California, May 14, 2024. VMFAT-502 and Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 352, MAG-11, conducted training that enabled F-35B Lightning II student pilots to achieve proficiency in air-to-air refueling operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Sean Potter)

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron (VMFAT) 502, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, performs flight maneuvers during an aerial refueling training mission over Southern California, May 14, 2024. VMFAT-502 and Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 352, MAG-11, conducted training that enabled F-35B Lightning II student pilots to achieve proficiency in air-to-air refueling operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Sean Potter)

Photo by Sgt. Sean Potter

A U.S. Navy T-45C Goshawk jet trainer aircraft lands on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), June 27, 2026. Eisenhower is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications for student naval aviators assigned to Naval Air Training Command.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Miguel Santiago)

A U.S. Navy T-45C Goshawk jet trainer aircraft lands on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), June 27, 2026. Eisenhower is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications for student naval aviators assigned to Naval Air Training Command.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Miguel Santiago)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Miguel S

A T-6B Texan II assigned to Training Air Wing (TW-4) FOUR taxis onboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Corpus Christi on March 4, 2026. Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) trains, mentors, and delivers the highest quality Naval Aviators that win in competition, crisis, and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Ryan O'Dea)

A T-6B Texan II assigned to Training Air Wing (TW-4) FOUR taxis onboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Corpus Christi on March 4, 2026. Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) trains, mentors, and delivers the highest quality Naval Aviators that win in competition, crisis, and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Ryan O'Dea)

Photo by Ensign Ryan ODea

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35C Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 311, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, operates in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 23, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35C Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 311, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, operates in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 23, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Courtesy Image

A Finnish air force F/A-18 Hornet flies near Rovaniemi Air Base during exercise Ramstein Flag 2026 at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, June 5, 2026. RAFL26 is NATO’s premier multi-domain tactical exercise involving 19 nations and over 15 operational locations. The exercise provides realistic combat scenarios in complex environments and is designed to enhance the Alliance’s deterrence and collective defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood)

A Finnish air force F/A-18 Hornet flies near Rovaniemi Air Base during exercise Ramstein Flag 2026 at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, June 5, 2026. RAFL26 is NATO’s premier multi-domain tactical exercise involving 19 nations and over 15 operational locations. The exercise provides realistic combat scenarios in complex environments and is designed to enhance the Alliance’s deterrence and collective defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher Mahoney, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks with flight crew personnel during his visit to Naval Air Station (NAS) Whiting Field in Milton, Fla., 24 April, 2026. Gen. Mahoney had the opportunity to conduct a training flight in a TH-73A Thrasher out of the Helicopter Training Squadron 8 “Eightballers”. Used to train U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard aviators, the TH-73A Thrasher seats two pilots and up to three additional passengers allowing a non-flying student to fully observe the cockpit, maximizing learning and training opportunities.(DoW photo by Master Sgt. Tinese Treadwell)

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher Mahoney, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks with flight crew personnel during his visit to Naval Air Station (NAS) Whiting Field in Milton, Fla., 24 April, 2026. Gen. Mahoney had the opportunity to conduct a training flight in a TH-73A Thrasher out of the Helicopter Training Squadron 8 “Eightballers”. Used to train U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard aviators, the TH-73A Thrasher seats two pilots and up to three additional passengers allowing a non-flying student to fully observe the cockpit, maximizing learning and training opportunities.(DoW photo by Master Sgt. Tinese Treadwell)

Photo by Master Sgt. Tinese Treadwell

T-44C Pegasus assigned to Training Air Wing (TW) 4 remains parked at Naval Air Station (NAS) Corpus Christi, April 28, 2026. Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) oversees the Naval Air Training Command which trains, mentors, and delivers the highest quality naval aviators that win in competition, crisis, and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Jenna Han)

T-44C Pegasus assigned to Training Air Wing (TW) 4 remains parked at Naval Air Station (NAS) Corpus Christi, April 28, 2026. Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) oversees the Naval Air Training Command which trains, mentors, and delivers the highest quality naval aviators that win in competition, crisis, and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Jenna Han)

Photo by Ensign Jenna Han

A T-45C Goshawk aircraft assigned to Training Squadron (VT) 86 conducts a Close Air Support (CAS) training and completion flight over Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola, February 26, 2026. Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) trains, mentors, and delivers the highest quality Naval Aviators that win in competition, crisis, and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Garrett Booth)

A T-45C Goshawk aircraft assigned to Training Squadron (VT) 86 conducts a Close Air Support (CAS) training and completion flight over Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola, February 26, 2026. Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) trains, mentors, and delivers the highest quality Naval Aviators that win in competition, crisis, and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Garrett Booth)

Photo by Lt. Garrett Booth

The Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) has been awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation (MUC) by the Chief of Naval Operations in recognition of its exceptional performance in training student naval aviators. This honor highlights CNATRA’s commitment to excellence in naval aviation training from October 2022 to March 2024.

The Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) has been awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation (MUC) by the Chief of Naval Operations in recognition of its exceptional performance in training student naval aviators. This honor highlights CNATRA’s commitment to excellence in naval aviation training from October 2022 to March 2024.

Photo by Lt.j.g. Alan Wang

Distinguished visitors stand for a group photo after an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Distinguished visitors stand for a group photo after an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

Distinguished visitors stand for a group photo after an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Distinguished visitors stand for a group photo after an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

The flag of the United States flies above Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., during an Evening Parade, June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

The flag of the United States flies above Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., during an Evening Parade, June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, left, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, is given a tour of Marine Barracks Washington before an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, left, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, is given a tour of Marine Barracks Washington before an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

Distinguished visitors are given a tour of Marine Barracks Washington before an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Distinguished visitors are given a tour of Marine Barracks Washington before an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, left, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, and Amy Anderson, middle, wife, are given a tour of Marine Barracks Washington before an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, left, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, and Amy Anderson, middle, wife, are given a tour of Marine Barracks Washington before an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon performs during an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon performs during an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon performs the “bursting bomb” marching formation during an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon performs the “bursting bomb” marching formation during an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

U.S. Marines with Marine Barracks Washington hosts an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

U.S. Marines with Marine Barracks Washington hosts an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang

U.S. Marines with "The Commandants Own” United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, perform during an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

U.S. Marines with "The Commandants Own” United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, perform during an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 26, 2026. The Honorable Richard R. Childress, founder of Richard Childress Racing, served as the guest of honor with Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Cpl. Van Hoang