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U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV (center) listens to the Marine Forces Reserve Band as they perform during a military appreciation day at New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council’s relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV (center) listens to the Marine Forces Reserve Band as they perform during a military appreciation day at New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council’s relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV stands prior to the New Orleans City Council meeting at New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council’s relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV stands prior to the New Orleans City Council meeting at New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council’s relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Victor VillaToro sits in the audience during a military appreciation event at New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council’s relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Victor VillaToro sits in the audience during a military appreciation event at New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council’s relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Claire Cheney

Marines with Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South sing the Marine’s Hymn during a military appreciation day at the New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council's relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo taken by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

Marines with Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South sing the Marine’s Hymn during a military appreciation day at the New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council's relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo taken by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus

Oliver M. Thomas Jr., alongside other council members acknowledge and give thanks to U.S. military officials, including Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, during a military appreciation day at the New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council's relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, as well as major accomplishments from each military branch across the city. (U.S. Marine Corps photo taken by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

Oliver M. Thomas Jr., alongside other council members acknowledge and give thanks to U.S. military officials, including Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, during a military appreciation day at the New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council's relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as Veteran of the Year, as well as major accomplishments from each military branch across the city. (U.S. Marine Corps photo taken by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, alongside other service members, applauds retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Terry Ebbort before the military appreciation day at the New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council's relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as acknowledging Ebbort as Veteran of the Year, as well as major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo taken by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, alongside other service members, applauds retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Terry Ebbort before the military appreciation day at the New Orleans City Hall, New Orleans, Dec. 18, 2025. The event was held to honor the New Orleans City Council's relationship with U.S. military officials, highlighting key recognitions such as acknowledging Ebbort as Veteran of the Year, as well as major accomplishments from each military branch across the city and the council’s appreciation for the service of U.S. military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo taken by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Marcus Annibale, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, and Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st MAW, pose for a photo with local volunteers at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Marcus Annibale, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, and Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st MAW, pose for a photo with local volunteers at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Marcus Annibale, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unloads presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st MAW, transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Marcus Annibale, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unloads presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st MAW, transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. John Campbell, commanding officer of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unloads presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. John Campbell, commanding officer of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unloads presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unload presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unload presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unload presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unload presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, land at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, land at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares for takeoff at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares for takeoff at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unload presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unload presents at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Marcus Annibale, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, loads presents on at truck at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Marcus Annibale, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, loads presents on at truck at Kahului Airport, Hawaii, Dec. 16, 2025. VMM‑268 transported toys and personnel to advance the Toys for Tots mission, delivering a message of joy and hope to children across Hawaii throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans

First lady of the United States, Melania Trump, left, takes a selfie with children during a Toys for Tots charity event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

First lady of the United States, Melania Trump, left, takes a selfie with children during a Toys for Tots charity event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang

A child plays with Buddy the elf and Gunny Bear during a Toys for Tots event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

A child plays with Buddy the elf and Gunny Bear during a Toys for Tots event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander, Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, helps move donated gifts during a Toys for Tots charity event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander, Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, helps move donated gifts during a Toys for Tots charity event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang

Buddy the elf greets children at a Toys for Tots charity event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

Buddy the elf greets children at a Toys for Tots charity event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang

First lady of the United States, Melania Trump, helps move donated gifts during a Toys for Tots charity event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

First lady of the United States, Melania Trump, helps move donated gifts during a Toys for Tots charity event on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2025. Since 1947, the Marine Corps Reserve has spearheaded the Toys for Tots program nationwide to collect toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Presently, the program distributes 7 to 18 million toys to children annually. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang