Celebration of 234 Years Brings Deployed Marines Together

Combat Logistics Regiment 27 (Forward)'s color guard, flanked by two company formations, stand at the position of parade rest as they listen to a motivational speech given by Col. Vincent A. Coglianese, the commanding officer of CLR-27 (Fwd), during the Marine Corps birthday cake-cutting ceremony aboard Camp Al Taqaddum, Iraq, Nov. 10, 2009. Following the ceremony the Marines gathered to enjoy refreshments and camaraderie that Marines are known for. Photo by Lance Cpl. Melissa Latty