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Pfc. Deshontae D. Bean, admin specialist, 4th Marine Logistics Group, is presented the third piece of cake as the youngest Marine present during the Marine Forces Reserve birthday ball at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Nov. 19, 2016. Bean enlisted in the Marine Corps in May 2016 and reported to Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego for recruit training. Each year, a ball is hosted to celebrate the birthday of the Corps and to remember Marines who have given the ultimate sacrifice. Since its establishment in 1775, the Marine Corps has fought and won our nation’s battles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released)