U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron conduct a ceremony celebrating the Marine Corps' 245th birthday aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma on Nov. 13, 2020. This event allowed Marines to participate in the customary traditions while following COVID-19 guidelines. ( U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Monty) - U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron conduct a ceremony celebrating the Marine Corps' 245th birthday aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma on Nov. 13, 2020.

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS)Yuma, participate in the 244th Marine Corps birthday uniform pageant at the Parade Deck on MCAS Yuma, Ariz., Nov. 7, 2019. The annual ceremony was held in honor of the 244th Marine Corps birthday, showcasing historical uniforms to honor Marines of the past, present and future while signifying the passing of traditions from one generation to the next. (U.S. Marine Corps photo Lance Cpl. John Hall) - U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS)Yuma, participate in the 244th Marine Corps birthday uniform pageant at the Parade Deck on MCAS Yuma, Ariz., Nov. 7, 2019. The annual ceremony was held in honor of the 244th Marine Corps birthday, showcasing historical uniforms to honor Marines of the past, present and future while signifying the passing of traditions from one generation to the next. (U.S. Marine Corps photo Lance Cpl. John Hall)