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U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation while MCAC Alpha and Bravos’ colors are presented during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation while MCAC Alpha and Bravos’ colors are presented during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marine Col. Christopher J. Douglas, commanding officer of Marine Corps Advisor Company Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, delivers remarks during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marine Col. Christopher J. Douglas, commanding officer of Marine Corps Advisor Company Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, delivers remarks during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, Force Headquarters Group, color guard display the company colors during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, Force Headquarters Group, color guard display the company colors during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marine Col. David V. Ready, commanding officer of Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, Force Headquarters Group, delivers remarks during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marine Col. David V. Ready, commanding officer of Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, Force Headquarters Group, delivers remarks during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation while 2nd Civil Affairs Groups’ colors are retired during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation while 2nd Civil Affairs Groups’ colors are retired during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

Senior leaders from Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, render salute to the American Flag during the playing of the National Anthem during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Senior leaders from Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, render salute to the American Flag during the playing of the National Anthem during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marine Brig. Gen. Mark A. Hashimoto, commanding general of Force Headquarters Group, delivers remarks during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marine Brig. Gen. Mark A. Hashimoto, commanding general of Force Headquarters Group, delivers remarks during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marines, (right), with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, present the colors to U.S. Marine Brig. Gen. Mark A. Hashimoto, (right), commanding general of FHG during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines, (right), with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, present the colors to U.S. Marine Brig. Gen. Mark A. Hashimoto, (right), commanding general of FHG during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marine Col. David V. Ready, commanding officer of Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, (left), U.S. Marine Brig. Gen. Mark A. Hashimoto, commanding general of Force Headquarters Group, (middle), and U.S. Marine Col. Christopher J. Douglas, commanding officer of Marine Corps Advisor Company Bravo, (right), pose for a group photo after a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise.(U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marine Col. David V. Ready, commanding officer of Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, (left), U.S. Marine Brig. Gen. Mark A. Hashimoto, commanding general of Force Headquarters Group, (middle), and U.S. Marine Col. Christopher J. Douglas, commanding officer of Marine Corps Advisor Company Bravo, (right), pose for a group photo after a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise.(U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, Force Headquarters Group, bow their heads in prayer during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, Force Headquarters Group, bow their heads in prayer during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Navy CDR Ronald C. Nordan, a chaplain with Force Headquarters Group, gives the opening prayer during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Navy CDR Ronald C. Nordan, a chaplain with Force Headquarters Group, gives the opening prayer during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

Senior leaders from Marine Forces Reserve render salute to the American Flag during the playing of the National Anthem during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Senior leaders from Marine Forces Reserve render salute to the American Flag during the playing of the National Anthem during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha and Bravo, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd CAG and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, Force Headquarters Group, stand in formation during a ceremony for the deactivation of 2nd Civil Affairs Group and activation of MCAC Alpha and Bravo, June 7, 2019, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. In order to build diverse and broadly-capable teams, the Marine Corps will heavily rely on the Reserves' unique ability to identify and provide talented Marines who possess the essential professional military experience and years of civilian expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps imagery by Cpl. Serine Farahi)

Photo by Cpl. Serine Farahi

Marines with 2nd Civil Affairs Group, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, listen to a park ranger provide a historical overview of the Battle of Cedar Creek, the final battle of Union Gen. Sheridan’s 1864 Shenandoah campaign, during the unit’s recent staff ride exercise through the Shenandoah Valley on September 9, 2017. During the three-day staff ride exercise, 2nd CAG’s Marines reviewed Sheridan’s 1864 campaign through the Shenandoah Valley in the context of civil military operations. During a stop at Belle Grove Plantation, which served as Sheridan’s headquarters, the 2nd CAG Marines learned about the Shenandoah’s economy and inhabitants, providing context to the Marines’ consideration of the civil environment that Sheridan’s troops operated in.

2nd CAG is a subordinate unit of Force Headquarters Group. 2nd CAG, along with its sister units of 1st, 3rd, and 4th CAG, provides an enabling function to combatant commanders by planning and conducting civil-military operations in support of the commander’s objectives. 2nd CAG supports II Marine Expeditionary Force and the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, as well as those commands’ subordinate units.

Marines with 2nd Civil Affairs Group, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, listen to a park ranger provide a historical overview of the Battle of Cedar Creek, the final battle of Union Gen. Sheridan’s 1864 Shenandoah campaign, during the unit’s recent staff ride exercise through the Shenandoah Valley on September 9, 2017. During the three-day staff ride exercise, 2nd CAG’s Marines reviewed Sheridan’s 1864 campaign through the Shenandoah Valley in the context of civil military operations. During a stop at Belle Grove Plantation, which served as Sheridan’s headquarters, the 2nd CAG Marines learned about the Shenandoah’s economy and inhabitants, providing context to the Marines’ consideration of the civil environment that Sheridan’s troops operated in. 2nd CAG is a subordinate unit of Force Headquarters Group. 2nd CAG, along with its sister units of 1st, 3rd, and 4th CAG, provides an enabling function to combatant commanders by planning and conducting civil-military operations in support of the commander’s objectives. 2nd CAG supports II Marine Expeditionary Force and the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, as well as those commands’ subordinate units.

Photo by Maj. Thomas A. Garnett

Maj. Andrew Bauer, the commander of Detachment 3 of 2nd Civil Affairs Group, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, briefs 2nd CAG Marines on the plan of maneuver for the unit’s upcoming staff ride through the Shenandoah Valley at 2nd CAG’s Home Training Center on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling on September 8, 2017. During the three-day staff ride exercise, 2nd CAG’s Marines reviewed Union General Sheridan’s 1864 campaign through the Shenandoah Valley in the context of civil military operations.

2nd CAG, along with its sister units of 1st, 3rd, and 4th CAG, provides an enabling function to combatant commanders by planning and conducting civil-military operations in support of the commander’s objectives. 2nd CAG supports II Marine Expeditionary Force and the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, as well as those commands’ subordinate units.

Maj. Andrew Bauer, the commander of Detachment 3 of 2nd Civil Affairs Group, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, briefs 2nd CAG Marines on the plan of maneuver for the unit’s upcoming staff ride through the Shenandoah Valley at 2nd CAG’s Home Training Center on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling on September 8, 2017. During the three-day staff ride exercise, 2nd CAG’s Marines reviewed Union General Sheridan’s 1864 campaign through the Shenandoah Valley in the context of civil military operations. 2nd CAG, along with its sister units of 1st, 3rd, and 4th CAG, provides an enabling function to combatant commanders by planning and conducting civil-military operations in support of the commander’s objectives. 2nd CAG supports II Marine Expeditionary Force and the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, as well as those commands’ subordinate units.

Photo by Maj. Thomas A. Garnett

Marines with 2nd Civil Affairs Group, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, hike to an overlook of the Shenandoah Valley, near Woodstock Tower, during the unit’s recent staff ride exercise through the Shenandoah Valley on September 8, 2017. During the three-day staff ride exercise, 2nd CAG’s Marines reviewed Gen. Sheridan’s 1864 campaign through the Shenandoah Valley in the context of civil military operations. At the overlook, the Marines discussed the impact that Sheridan’s campaign had on the Valley’s civilian residents, and how better civil affairs planning could have avoided or lessened the resulting refugee crisis.

2nd CAG, along with its sister units of 1st, 3rd, and 4th CAG, provides an enabling function to combatant commanders by planning and conducting civil-military operations in support of the commander’s objectives. 2D CAG supports II Marine Expeditionary Force and the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, as well as those commands’ subordinate units.

Marines with 2nd Civil Affairs Group, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, hike to an overlook of the Shenandoah Valley, near Woodstock Tower, during the unit’s recent staff ride exercise through the Shenandoah Valley on September 8, 2017. During the three-day staff ride exercise, 2nd CAG’s Marines reviewed Gen. Sheridan’s 1864 campaign through the Shenandoah Valley in the context of civil military operations. At the overlook, the Marines discussed the impact that Sheridan’s campaign had on the Valley’s civilian residents, and how better civil affairs planning could have avoided or lessened the resulting refugee crisis. 2nd CAG, along with its sister units of 1st, 3rd, and 4th CAG, provides an enabling function to combatant commanders by planning and conducting civil-military operations in support of the commander’s objectives. 2D CAG supports II Marine Expeditionary Force and the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, as well as those commands’ subordinate units.

Photo by Maj. Thomas A. Garnett

First lady Michelle Obama places a toy in a sorting bin alongside a volunteer at a Toys for Tots event at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. The Toys for Tots program was created in 1947 by the Marine Corps Reserve and provides new, unwrapped toys to millions of less fortunate children in communities across the country every year. The first lady is an avid supporter of the program and has been a spokesperson for its mission for the last seven years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ian Leones/Released)

First lady Michelle Obama places a toy in a sorting bin alongside a volunteer at a Toys for Tots event at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. The Toys for Tots program was created in 1947 by the Marine Corps Reserve and provides new, unwrapped toys to millions of less fortunate children in communities across the country every year. The first lady is an avid supporter of the program and has been a spokesperson for its mission for the last seven years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ian Leones/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Ian Leones