Marine Corps retired 1st Sgt. Harry O. Blake, Jr., delivers remarks during the 242nd Marine Corps Birthday Ball at the Golden Nugget Casino Nov. 10, 2017, in Biloxi, Mississippi. More than 300 service members and guests attended the Keesler Marine Detachment-hosted event. ( Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

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