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Guest of honor, retired Gen. James F. Amos, 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps, is presented the first slice of cake during the Marine Forces Reserve birthday ball at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Nov. 19, 2016. 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)