Video by Lance Cpl. Joseph DeMarcus Player Embed Code: Download Embed Share Marine Minute: 45-24 (AFN VERSION) Defense Media Activity - Marines Nov. 12, 2024 | 1:08 The Navy commission Flight IIA Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS John Basilone (DDG 122) in New York City, New York, on November 9, 2024. U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Base Quantico laid wreaths to honor Sgt. Maj. Henry H. Black, the seventh Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, at Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Virginia, Nov. 10, 2024. Wreath laying ceremonies are held to honor past Commandants and Sergeants Major as part of the Marine Corps Birthday customs and traditions.(U.S. Marine Corps Video by Lance Cpl. Joseph E. DeMarcus)