U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ford Higgins, left, platoon commander of the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, speaks with Lance Cpl. Trey Earls, a rifleman within the platoon, after a performance during Marine Week Boston in Marblehead, Massachusetts, Aug. 21, 2025. The year 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps, a milestone that highlights the legacy, transformation and enduring spirit of the Corps since 1775. Throughout the year, Marines across the globe will commemorate this anniversary by honoring the service and sacrifice of those who served before them and by remaining faithful to the motto Semper Fidelis. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)
250821-M-XB565-2520.JPG Photo By: Lance Cpl. Brynn Bouchard

Aug 24, 2025
MARBLEHEAD, Mass. - U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ford Higgins, left, platoon commander of the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, speaks with Lance Cpl. Trey Earls, a rifleman within the platoon, after a performance during Marine Week Boston in Marblehead, Massachusetts, Aug. 21, 2025. The year 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps, a milestone that highlights the legacy, transformation and enduring spirit of the Corps since 1775. Throughout the year, Marines across the globe will commemorate this anniversary by honoring the service and sacrifice of those who served before them and by remaining faithful to the motto Semper Fidelis. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)


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