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Jun 15, 2026

The 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, and Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, pose for a photo with Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 11, 2026. Gen. Smith and Sgt. Maj. Ruiz traveled to Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point to tour military facilities, engage with and recognize Marines, Sailors, and civilians for superior performance, and receive operational updates from key leaders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

CAMERA

Canon EOS R5

LENS

RF28-70mm F2 L USM

APERTURE

8

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

100

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R5

LENS

RF28-70mm F2 L USM

APERTURE

8

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

100

 
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