U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa DeCrane/Released 260105-M-ES192-1014.JPG
Jan 8, 2026
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Wesley O. Turner II, command senior enlisted leader, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, shares the invocation during Oliver Diggs' 100th birthday celebration in Kinston, North Carolina, Jan. 5, 2026. Diggs, a Montford Point Marine veteran, served from April 4, 1944 to June 22, 1946, as a part of the group of African American Marines who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations. His service and centennial birthday were celebrated by his family and distinguished guests at the North Carolina State Veterans Home. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)
CAMERA
Canon EOS R5
LENS
RF28-70mm F2 L USM
APERTURE
28/10
SHUTTERSPEED
1/100
ISO
800
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