Cherry Point Marines prepare to hoist morning colors in front of a formation of thousands prior to the start of the annual birthday run, aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, , Nov. 8, 2017. After the flag was raised, Marines and Sailors stepped out for the yearly event that is run in conjunction with the Marine Corps birthday. The massive formation took to the streets in honor of the Corps' 242nd birthday. ( Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tylor Camfield/Released)

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