Col. Fridrik Fridriksson, commanding officer of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, cuts the ceremonial birthday cake during the 11th MEU's 243rd Marine Corps birthday ball in Pala, Calif., Oct. 29, 2018. The first piece of birthday cake is given to the guest of honor. The second piece is passed from the oldest Marine present to the youngest Marine present, symbolizing the experience and the youthful spirit, which are hallmarks of the Marine Corps.

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