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Nov 25, 2025

U.S. Marine Corps Col. David Merles, commanding officer of Blount Island Command, delivers remarks Nov. 21 during the 250th Marine Corps Birthday ball at Deerwood Castle in Jacksonville, Florida. Merles spoke about legacy, unity and professionalism, celebrating the Marine Corps’ ongoing mission excellence and the people driving its pivotal role in global operations. (Official Marine Corps photo by Dustin Senger)

CAMERA

Canon EOS R6m2

LENS

RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z

APERTURE

4

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

5000

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R6m2

LENS

RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z

APERTURE

4

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

5000