Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North, sits with World War II and Iwo Jima veteran Jack Thurman at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Jan. 17, 2017. Thurman, a member of the original Marine Corps Raiders, autographs a copy of a book he wrote that chronicles his time in the Marine Corps. The NWSS honored veterans to show their dedication to the military and to bring attention to the 100th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserves. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson/Released) - Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North, sits with World War II and Iwo Jima veteran Jack Thurman at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Jan. 17, 2017. Thurman, a member of the original Marine Corps Raiders, autographs a copy of a book he wrote that chronicles his time in the Marine Corps. The NWSS honored veterans to show their dedication to the military and to bring attention to the 100th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserves. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson/Released)

Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North, speaks during a commemorative ceremony at the National World War II Museum, Dec. 7, 2016, for the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The event honored the service members who were present during the fateful attack on Dec. 7, 1941. During World War II, by September of 1945, Reserve Marines made up 70 percent of total wartime Marine Corps personnel. For information on the history and heritage of the Marine Corps Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ian Leones) - Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North, speaks during a commemorative ceremony at the National World War II Museum, Dec. 7, 2016, for the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The event honored the service members who were present during the fateful attack on Dec. 7, 1941. During World War II, by September of 1945, Reserve Marines made up 70 percent of total wartime Marine Corps personnel. For information on the history and heritage of the Marine Corps Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ian Leones)

The New England Patriots cheerleaders hold the Marine Corps Reserve Centennial banner before the start of the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Gillette Stadium, Nov. 13, 2016. Marine Corps Band New Orleans performed a Centennial themed concert at halftime of the game as part of the commemoration of 100 years of the Marine Corps Reserve. Reserve Marines have served alongside their active duty counterparts in every clime and place for 100 years, leaving an indelible mark on the battle history of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released)    - The New England Patriots cheerleaders hold the Marine Corps Reserve Centennial banner before the start of the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Gillette Stadium, Nov. 13, 2016. Marine Corps Band New Orleans performed a Centennial themed concert at halftime of the game as part of the commemoration of 100 years of the Marine Corps Reserve. Reserve Marines have served alongside their active duty counterparts in every clime and place for 100 years, leaving an indelible mark on the battle history of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released)    

Gunnery Sgt. Justin A. Hauser, enlisted conductor for Marine Corps Band New Orleans, thanks guests for attending the Marine Forces Reserve Centennial Celebration concert at Plymouth Memorial Hall, Nov. 11, 2016. Marine Forces Reserve is commemorating 100 years of rich history, heritage and espirit de corps across the U.S. This concert was part of a series of events to recognize the long standing bond between Massachusetts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released - Gunnery Sgt. Justin A. Hauser, enlisted conductor for Marine Corps Band New Orleans, thanks guests for attending the Marine Forces Reserve Centennial Celebration concert at Plymouth Memorial Hall, Nov. 11, 2016. Marine Forces Reserve is commemorating 100 years of rich history, heritage and espirit de corps across the U.S. This concert was part of a series of events to recognize the long standing bond between Massachusetts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released

Brigadier General Paul K. Lebidine (center), commanding general of 4th Marine Division, leads the Marines of 1st Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, through the finish line of the Disabled American Veterans 5K run at Fort Independence on Castle Island in Boston, Nov. 12, 2016. From World War I through the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Marine Corps Reserve has played an essential role in the Marine Corps Total Force by augmenting and reinforcing the Active Component across the full range of military operations. Reserve Marines bring unique skills and advanced degrees from their civilian occupations into their service with the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released) - Brigadier General Paul K. Lebidine (center), commanding general of 4th Marine Division, leads the Marines of 1st Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, through the finish line of the Disabled American Veterans 5K run at Fort Independence on Castle Island in Boston, Nov. 12, 2016. From World War I through the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Marine Corps Reserve has played an essential role in the Marine Corps Total Force by augmenting and reinforcing the Active Component across the full range of military operations. Reserve Marines bring unique skills and advanced degrees from their civilian occupations into their service with the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released)

Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North, stands with the Marine Corps Reserve Centennial team in front of the Marine Corps Reserve Centennial wall display at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., Nov. 9, 2016. The Centennial team did the leg work to design, research and coordinate the installation of the display in the Pentagon in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserve, which was celebrated Aug. 29, 2016. For more information on the history and heritage of the Marine Corps Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ian Leones) - Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North, stands with the Marine Corps Reserve Centennial team in front of the Marine Corps Reserve Centennial wall display at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., Nov. 9, 2016. The Centennial team did the leg work to design, research and coordinate the installation of the display in the Pentagon in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserve, which was celebrated Aug. 29, 2016. For more information on the history and heritage of the Marine Corps Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ian Leones)

Marines from the San Francisco Bay Area hold the Marine Forces Reserve Centennial banner after the half-time show of the San Francisco 49ers’ game against the New Orleans Saints at Levi’s Stadium, Nov. 6, 2016. The National Football League recognized the Marine Corps Reserve’s Centennial during the half-time show as part of their “Salute to Service” campaign. Today, approximately 500 Reserve Marines are providing fully integrated operational support to Fleet and Combatant Commanders around the world. For more information on the history and heritage of Marine Forces Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson) - Marines from the San Francisco Bay Area hold the Marine Forces Reserve Centennial banner after the half-time show of the San Francisco 49ers’ game against the New Orleans Saints at Levi’s Stadium, Nov. 6, 2016. The National Football League recognized the Marine Corps Reserve’s Centennial during the half-time show as part of their “Salute to Service” campaign. Today, approximately 500 Reserve Marines are providing fully integrated operational support to Fleet and Combatant Commanders around the world. For more information on the history and heritage of Marine Forces Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson)

Lieutenant General Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North and Brandon Moreno, the community relations manager for the 49ers, walk down the hallway of Levi’s Stadium where retired jersey numbers are displayed, including number 16 for Joe Montana, Nov. 4, 2016. McMillian was invited to observe a 49ers’ practice session in preparation for Sunday’s “Salute to Service” game against the New Orleans Saints at Levi’s Stadium. The half-time show of Sunday’s game will recognize the Marine Forces Reserve Centennial. Today, approximately 500 Reserve Marines are providing fully integrated operational support to Fleet and Combatant Commanders around the world. For more information on the history and heritage of Marine Forces Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson) - Lieutenant General Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North and Brandon Moreno, the community relations manager for the 49ers, walk down the hallway of Levi’s Stadium where retired jersey numbers are displayed, including number 16 for Joe Montana, Nov. 4, 2016. McMillian was invited to observe a 49ers’ practice session in preparation for Sunday’s “Salute to Service” game against the New Orleans Saints at Levi’s Stadium. The half-time show of Sunday’s game will recognize the Marine Forces Reserve Centennial. Today, approximately 500 Reserve Marines are providing fully integrated operational support to Fleet and Combatant Commanders around the world. For more information on the history and heritage of Marine Forces Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson)

Marines from 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, participated in a Color Guard ceremony at game one of the 2016 World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Oct. 25, 2016. Just before the ceremony, announcer Bob Tyek gave credit to the Marine Corps Reserve and its 100 years of faithful service. Today, approximately 500 Reserve Marines are providing fully integrate global operational support to the Fleet and Combatant Commanders. For more information on the history and heritage of the Marine Corps Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson) - Marines from 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, participated in a Color Guard ceremony at game one of the 2016 World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Oct. 25, 2016. Just before the ceremony, announcer Bob Tyek gave credit to the Marine Corps Reserve and its 100 years of faithful service. Today, approximately 500 Reserve Marines are providing fully integrate global operational support to the Fleet and Combatant Commanders. For more information on the history and heritage of the Marine Corps Reserve as well as current Marine stories and upcoming Centennial events, please visit www.marines.mil/usmcr100. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson)

Marine Corps Band New Orleans, the Municipal Band of Humacao, and Puerto Rican Salsadero,Jerry Rivas, from El Gran Combo perform for the local residents and distinguished guest during the Marine Forces Reserve Centennial Celebration concert at the Centro De Bellas Artes in Humacao, Puerto Rico, Oct. 19, 2016. Marine Forces Reserve is commemorating 100 years of rich history, heritage, Espirit-de-corps across the U.S. This celebration recognizes the Reserve's essential role as a crisis response force and expeditionary force in readiness, constantly preparing to augment the active component. (U.S. Marine photo by Master Sgt. John A. Lee, II / Released) - Marine Corps Band New Orleans, the Municipal Band of Humacao, and Puerto Rican Salsadero,Jerry Rivas, from El Gran Combo perform for the local residents and distinguished guest during the Marine Forces Reserve Centennial Celebration concert at the Centro De Bellas Artes in Humacao, Puerto Rico, Oct. 19, 2016. Marine Forces Reserve is commemorating 100 years of rich history, heritage, Espirit-de-corps across the U.S. This celebration recognizes the Reserve's essential role as a crisis response force and expeditionary force in readiness, constantly preparing to augment the active component. (U.S. Marine photo by Master Sgt. John A. Lee, II / Released)