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May 20 is 24th MEU day in Macon, Ga.: Photo Essay

20 May 2002 | Sgt. Zachary A. Bathon 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

During a ceremony in front of Macon City Hall, the Hon. C. Jack Ellis, mayor of Macon, deemed May 20, as 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit Day. The mayor presented the signed proclamation to area native Gunnery Sgt. Michael Head, avionics chief, Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 263, 24th MEU and Col. Richard P. Mills, commander, 24th MEU.The MEU then presented the Mayor with a Certificate of Appreciation for the city of Macon.