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Sgt. Jamie Balderrama, a squad leader with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, prpares himself before conducting a beach assault demonstration at New York City's Coney Island, May 26, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Sgt. Jamie Balderrama, a squad leader with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, prpares himself before conducting a beach assault demonstration at New York City's Coney Island, May 26, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael J. Petersheim

Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, prepare for a beach assault demonstration at New York City’s Coney Island, May 26, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, prepare for a beach assault demonstration at New York City’s Coney Island, May 26, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael J. Petersheim

Secretary of The Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, (right) shakes hands with Sgt. Richard Blumenstein, a combat correspondent with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit's Public Affairs Office, at Gracie Mansion, May 26. New York City's mayor, Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion in light of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Secretary of The Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, (right) shakes hands with Sgt. Richard Blumenstein, a combat correspondent with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit's Public Affairs Office, at Gracie Mansion, May 26. New York City's mayor, Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion in light of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

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The Secretary of The Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, (right) shakes hands with New York City's mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, at Gracie Mansion after receiving a crystal apple symbolizing the city, May 26. The SEVNAV gave the mayor a plaque thanking the citizens of New York. Bloomberg invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion to help kick of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

The Secretary of The Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, (right) shakes hands with New York City's mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, at Gracie Mansion after receiving a crystal apple symbolizing the city, May 26. The SEVNAV gave the mayor a plaque thanking the citizens of New York. Bloomberg invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion to help kick of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders applaud after hearing the Secretary of The Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, speak at Gracie Mansion, May 26. The New York City mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion in light of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders applaud after hearing the Secretary of The Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, speak at Gracie Mansion, May 26. The New York City mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion in light of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

Secretary of The Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, addresses Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders at Gracie Mansion, May 26. New York City's mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion in light of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Secretary of The Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, addresses Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders at Gracie Mansion, May 26. New York City's mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion in light of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

New York City's mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, speaks to Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders at Gracie Mansion May 26, to help kick off Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

New York City's mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, speaks to Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders at Gracie Mansion May 26, to help kick off Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

Lance Cpl. Tucker Miller, a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365, currently attached to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, poses for a picture with the USO Girls at Gracie Mansion, May 26. New York City's mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion to kick off Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Lance Cpl. Tucker Miller, a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365, currently attached to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, poses for a picture with the USO Girls at Gracie Mansion, May 26. New York City's mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion to kick off Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

Marines from 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing detachments, currently attached to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, enjoy food at Gracie Mansion May 26. The New York City mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion in light of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. They will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines from 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing detachments, currently attached to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, enjoy food at Gracie Mansion May 26. The New York City mayor, the Honorable Michael Bloomberg, invited Marines, Sailors, veterans and community leaders to the mansion in light of Fleet Week New York 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines embarked on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. They will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

Marine and Sailors aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) Man the Rails, as the ship pulls into the New York City harbor May 24, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy's Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marine and Sailors aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) Man the Rails, as the ship pulls into the New York City harbor May 24, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy's Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael J. Petersheim

Marines and Sailors aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) man the rails, as the ship pulls into the Hudson Bay May 24, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines and Sailors aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) man the rails, as the ship pulls into the Hudson Bay May 24, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

Marines and Sailors aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) man the rails, as the ship pulls into the Hudson Bay May 24, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines and Sailors aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) man the rails, as the ship pulls into the Hudson Bay May 24, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) display equipment and demonstrate tactics t Marine Poolies recruited out of Long Island NY. and Boy Scouts from troop 287 out of Green Coslie PA. as they travel to participate in New York City's Fleet Week. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) display equipment and demonstrate tactics t Marine Poolies recruited out of Long Island NY. and Boy Scouts from troop 287 out of Green Coslie PA. as they travel to participate in New York City's Fleet Week. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Cpl. Nicholas J. Gillen

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) display equipment and demonstrate tactics t Marine Poolies recruited out of Long Island NY. and Boy Scouts from troop 287 out of Green Coslie PA. as they travel to participate in New York City's Fleet Week. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) display equipment and demonstrate tactics t Marine Poolies recruited out of Long Island NY. and Boy Scouts from troop 287 out of Green Coslie PA. as they travel to participate in New York City's Fleet Week. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Cpl. Nicholas J. Gillen

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) display equipment and demonstrate tactics t Marine Poolies recruited out of Long Island NY. and Boy Scouts from troop 287 out of Green Coslie PA. as they travel to participate in New York City's Fleet Week. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) display equipment and demonstrate tactics t Marine Poolies recruited out of Long Island NY. and Boy Scouts from troop 287 out of Green Coslie PA. as they travel to participate in New York City's Fleet Week. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Cpl. Nicholas J. Gillen

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit board the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) on LCACs (Landing Craft Air Cushioned) off of Little Creek Va. May 23, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit board the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) on LCACs (Landing Craft Air Cushioned) off of Little Creek Va. May 23, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Petersheim

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit board the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) at Pier 10, May 22, 2011. The Marines and Sailors on the ship are preparing to travel to participate in New York City's Fleet Week. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit board the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) at Pier 10, May 22, 2011. The Marines and Sailors on the ship are preparing to travel to participate in New York City's Fleet Week. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during the Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Petersheim

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and their families celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Marston Pavilion May 6, 2011.

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and their families celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Marston Pavilion May 6, 2011.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael J. Petersheim

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and their families celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Marston Pavilion May 6, 2011.

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and their families celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Marston Pavilion May 6, 2011.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael J. Petersheim

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and their families celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Marston Pavilion May 6, 2011.

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and their families celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Marston Pavilion May 6, 2011.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael J. Petersheim