U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 perform a fly over Mercedes Stadium during Marine Week Atlanta, Aug. 31, 2025. Marines stationed across the globe commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps, honoring a distinguished legacy of service, sacrifice, and unwavering fidelity to both the nation and the Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Sadiel Cortes Guevara)

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, hold a wreath laying ceremony at Piedmont Park during Marine Week Atlanta, Aug. 31, 2025. The solemn tribute served to commemorate Marines who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation during Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. Marines stationed across the globe commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps, honoring a distinguished legacy of service, sacrifice, and unwavering fidelity to both the nation and fellow Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos)

Mr. Rick Sweet, the manager of the Nashville Sounds baseball team, answers questions about joining the Marine Corps and Marine Week Nashville 2025 at Nashville, Tennessee, June 6, 2025. Nashville hosted Marine Week 250, an event recognizing 250 years of distinguished service by the United States Marine Corps. The observance featured static displays, formal ceremonies, a precision performance by the Silent Drill Platoon, and musical presentations by the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Juaquin Greaves)

U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force participate in the Civic Plaza Murfreesboro Ceremony during Marine Week Nashville 2025 at Murfreesboro, Tennessee, June 3, 2025. Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps has served our nation honorably in every clime and place for 250 years. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living 'Semper Fidelis' or 'Always Faithful' to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Juaquin Greaves)

Director, Marine Corps Staff, U.S. Marine, Lieutenant General Paul J. Rock Jr., The Inspector General, U.S. Army, Lieutenant General Gregory, Director, Navy Staff, Vice Admiral Michael Boyle, and U.S. Postal Service, Military Programs Specialist, Martin Mieras give speeches during the First Day of Issue Dedication Ceremony, at Freedom Plaza, Washington D.C., May 16, 2025. The U.S. Postal Service celebrates the release of three individual commemorative stamps honoring the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by John Martinez).

U.S. Marines with Marine Force Reserve Band perform in the New Orleans Super Bowl Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, Louisiana, Feb. 8, 2025. Super Bowl LIX was chosen as the capstone event to begin the celebration of the Marine Corps' 250th birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps video by John Martinez).

The 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, and the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, officially kickoff the year-long 250th birthday of the Marine Corps celebration, Dec 11. For 250 years, the United States Marine Corps has served honorably in every clime and place. Founded on November 10, 1775, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Marines have fought from the shores of Tripoli to the valleys of Afghanistan – always the most-ready when the nation was least ready. Coming from all walks of life, Marines stay true to the uncompromising standards found in their core values of honor, courage, and commitment.