Marine Week Chicago

U.S. Marine Corps Col. J.J. Wilson, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, and retired servicemembers pose for a photo prior to a wreath laying ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The wreath laying ceremony was held to honor U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Thomas Gilbert and other Marines who paid the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Iraqi Freedom. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

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Jul 12, 2025

CHICAGO - U.S. Marine Corps Col. J.J. Wilson, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, and retired servicemembers pose for a photo prior to a wreath laying ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. The wreath laying ceremony was held to honor U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Thomas Gilbert and other Marines who paid the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Iraqi Freedom. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elijua Guel)

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