Marine Corps 249th Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony

Colonel Russel Savatt, base commanding officer, and Lieutenant Colonel Richard Johnson, base executive officer, lead the traditional Marine Corps 249th Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California, November 7. Marines conducted a ceremonial sword detail and cake-cutting to commemorate the occasion, with the first piece being presented to the oldest Marine in attendance, Lt. Col. Johnson. After the ceremony, a luncheon featuring steak, lobster, and additional delicacies was held.

Marine Corps 249th Birthd...

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Kristyn Galvan/Released 241107-M-XD809-2016.JPG

Nov 7, 2024

Colonel Russel Savatt, base commanding officer, and Lieutenant Colonel Richard Johnson, base executive officer, lead the traditional Marine Corps 249th Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California, November 7. Marines conducted a ceremonial sword detail and cake-cutting to commemorate the occasion, with the first piece being presented to the oldest Marine in attendance, Lt. Col. Johnson. After the ceremony, a luncheon featuring steak, lobster, and additional delicacies was held.

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