Celebrating the Legacy of Montford Point Marines

230825-M-FD141-1283.JPG Photo By: Cpl. Antonino Mazzamuto

Sep 1, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. - U.S. Marine veterans and members of the Montford Point Marine Association attend the 14th Annual Montford Point Marine Day Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Aug. 25, 2023. The annual Montford Point Marine Day Ceremony honors the first African Americans to serve in the United States Marine Corps and recognizes their accomplishments, sacrifices and dedication to our country. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Antonino Mazzamuto)

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