U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. David G. Bellon, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, right, and Commander Alexandre Villarmosa, Brazilian Liaison Officer to Marine Forces South, pose for a photo before the ceremony of the 248th Birthday Ball at the Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana, Nov. 10, 2023. Each year, a birthday ball is held to celebrate the illustrious history of the United States Marine Corps and celebrate all Marines past and present. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan L. Gonzalez)