Marine Week Atlanta

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Ahmed T. Williamson, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Paris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region, right, and Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, salute during taps at a wreath laying ceremony held by Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 at Piedmont Park during Marine Week Atlanta, Aug. 30, 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 photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos)

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Aug 30, 2025

ATLANTA, Ga. - U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Ahmed T. Williamson, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Paris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region, right, and Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, salute during taps at a wreath laying ceremony held by Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 at Piedmont Park during Marine Week Atlanta, Aug. 30, 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 photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos)

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