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The Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEAC) to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramon Colon-Lopez addresses the garden reception prior to the Evening Parade hosted by the 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. SEAC Colon-Lopez was Sgt. Maj. Black’s guest of honor at the evening’s ceremony. The Parades held every Friday during the summer, have become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEAC) to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramon Colon-Lopez addresses the garden reception prior to the Evening Parade hosted by the 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. SEAC Colon-Lopez was Sgt. Maj. Black’s guest of honor at the evening’s ceremony. The Parades held every Friday during the summer, have become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEAC) to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramon Colon-Lopez looks at the Nicholas’ ship’s bell presented to the Marine Corps in 1970, prior to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. SEAC Colon-Lopez was Sgt. Maj. Black’s guest of honor at the evening’s ceremony. The Parades held every Friday during the summer, have become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEAC) to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramon Colon-Lopez looks at the Nicholas’ ship’s bell presented to the Marine Corps in 1970, prior to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. SEAC Colon-Lopez was Sgt. Maj. Black’s guest of honor at the evening’s ceremony. The Parades held every Friday during the summer, have become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEAC) to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramon Colon-Lopez tours the home of the Commandants prior to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. SEAC Colon-Lopez was the 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Troy E. Black’s guest of honor at the evening’s ceremony. The Parades held every Friday during the summer, have become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEAC) to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramon Colon-Lopez tours the home of the Commandants prior to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. SEAC Colon-Lopez was the 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Troy E. Black’s guest of honor at the evening’s ceremony. The Parades held every Friday during the summer, have become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black addresses his guests at the garden reception prior to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. The Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEAC) to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramon Colon-Lopez was Sgt. Maj. Black’s guest of honor at the event. The Parades held every Friday during the summer, have become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black addresses his guests at the garden reception prior to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. The Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEAC) to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramon Colon-Lopez was Sgt. Maj. Black’s guest of honor at the event. The Parades held every Friday during the summer, have become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, observes the Silent Drill Platoon execute a practice session in preparation for the upcoming Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The tour offered a behind-the-scenes look at how the Marines prepare for their official presentations. The Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon is a 24-man rile platoon that performs a unique precision drill exhibition that exemplifies the professionalism associated with the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, observes the Silent Drill Platoon execute a practice session in preparation for the upcoming Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The tour offered a behind-the-scenes look at how the Marines prepare for their official presentations. The Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon is a 24-man rile platoon that performs a unique precision drill exhibition that exemplifies the professionalism associated with the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hands a coin to Cpl. Robert Clark, a bugler from The Commandant’s Own Drum and Bugle Corps at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The Marine was presented a coin for outstanding performance and discipline. The Drum and Bugle Corps provides music for the Commandant and Barracks commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hands a coin to Cpl. Robert Clark, a bugler from The Commandant’s Own Drum and Bugle Corps at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The Marine was presented a coin for outstanding performance and discipline. The Drum and Bugle Corps provides music for the Commandant and Barracks commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hands a coin to Cpl. Tyler Easterling, a bugler from The Commandant’s Own Drum and Bugle Corps at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The Marine was presented a coin for outstanding performance and discipline. The Drum and Bugle Corps provides music for the Commandant and Barracks commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hands a coin to Cpl. Tyler Easterling, a bugler from The Commandant’s Own Drum and Bugle Corps at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The Marine was presented a coin for outstanding performance and discipline. The Drum and Bugle Corps provides music for the Commandant and Barracks commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, addresses Marines from The Commandant’s Own Drum and Bugle Corps at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The Marine was presented a coin for outstanding performance and discipline. The Drum and Bugle Corps provides music for the Commandant and Barracks commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, addresses Marines from The Commandant’s Own Drum and Bugle Corps at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The Marine was presented a coin for outstanding performance and discipline. The Drum and Bugle Corps provides music for the Commandant and Barracks commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, poses for a photo with the Silent Drill Platoon after a practice session in preparation for the upcoming Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The tour offered a behind-the-scenes look at how the Marines prepare for their official presentations. The Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon is a 24-man rile platoon that performs a unique precision drill exhibition that exemplifies the professionalism associated with the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, poses for a photo with the Silent Drill Platoon after a practice session in preparation for the upcoming Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2020. The tour offered a behind-the-scenes look at how the Marines prepare for their official presentations. The Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon is a 24-man rile platoon that performs a unique precision drill exhibition that exemplifies the professionalism associated with the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black stands for a photo at Maj. Gen. David A. Ottignon’s appointment to Lieutenant General and assumption of the office of Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA) at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., Aug. 4 2020. The appointment transferred the authorities from Lt. Gen. Michael A. Rocco to Lt. Gen. Ottignon. The M&RA Department assists the Commandant by planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising both active and reserve forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black stands for a photo at Maj. Gen. David A. Ottignon’s appointment to Lieutenant General and assumption of the office of Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA) at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., Aug. 4 2020. The appointment transferred the authorities from Lt. Gen. Michael A. Rocco to Lt. Gen. Ottignon. The M&RA Department assists the Commandant by planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising both active and reserve forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black reads Maj. Gen. David A. Ottignon’s appointment to Lieutenant General and assumption of the office of Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA) at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., Aug. 4 2020. The appointment transferred the authorities from Lt. Gen. Michael A. Rocco to Lt. Gen. Ottignon. The M&RA Department assists the Commandant by planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising both active and reserve forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black reads Maj. Gen. David A. Ottignon’s appointment to Lieutenant General and assumption of the office of Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA) at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., Aug. 4 2020. The appointment transferred the authorities from Lt. Gen. Michael A. Rocco to Lt. Gen. Ottignon. The M&RA Department assists the Commandant by planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising both active and reserve forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black reads Maj. Gen. David A. Ottignon’s appointment to Lieutenant General and assumption of the office of Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA) at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., Aug. 4 2020. The appointment transferred the authorities from Lt. Gen. Michael A. Rocco to Lt. Gen. Ottignon. The M&RA Department assists the Commandant by planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising both active and reserve forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black reads Maj. Gen. David A. Ottignon’s appointment to Lieutenant General and assumption of the office of Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA) at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., Aug. 4 2020. The appointment transferred the authorities from Lt. Gen. Michael A. Rocco to Lt. Gen. Ottignon. The M&RA Department assists the Commandant by planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising both active and reserve forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black stands at attention for honors to the oncoming Training and Education Command (TECOM) Commander, Lt. Gen. Lewis Craparotta, during change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Quantico, V.A., Aug. 3, 2020. The change of command transitioned TECOM from a two-star command to a three-star command. The change supports the Commandant’s Planning Guidance, as Gen. Berger’s intent to change the Service Level Training and Education from an Industrial Age model to an Information age model to better serve Marines and units for future operating environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black stands at attention for honors to the oncoming Training and Education Command (TECOM) Commander, Lt. Gen. Lewis Craparotta, during change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Quantico, V.A., Aug. 3, 2020. The change of command transitioned TECOM from a two-star command to a three-star command. The change supports the Commandant’s Planning Guidance, as Gen. Berger’s intent to change the Service Level Training and Education from an Industrial Age model to an Information age model to better serve Marines and units for future operating environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black attends the Training and Education Command (TECOM) change of command ceremony as Maj. Gen. William Mullen transfers the colors to Lt. Gen. Lewis Craparotta at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Quantico, V.A., Aug. 3, 2020. The change of command transitioned TECOM for a two-star command to a three-star command. The change supports the Commandant’s Planning Guidance, as Gen. Berger’s intent to change the Service Level Training and Education from an Industrial Age model to an Information age model to better serve Marines and units for future operating environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black attends the Training and Education Command (TECOM) change of command ceremony as Maj. Gen. William Mullen transfers the colors to Lt. Gen. Lewis Craparotta at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Quantico, V.A., Aug. 3, 2020. The change of command transitioned TECOM for a two-star command to a three-star command. The change supports the Commandant’s Planning Guidance, as Gen. Berger’s intent to change the Service Level Training and Education from an Industrial Age model to an Information age model to better serve Marines and units for future operating environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black attends the Training and Education Command (TECOM) change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Quantico, V.A., Aug. 3, 2020. The change of command transitioned TECOM for a two-star command to a three-star command. The change supports the Commandant’s Planning Guidance, as Gen. Berger’s intent to change the Service Level Training and Education from an Industrial Age model to an Information age model to better serve Marines and units for future operating environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black attends the Training and Education Command (TECOM) change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Quantico, V.A., Aug. 3, 2020. The change of command transitioned TECOM for a two-star command to a three-star command. The change supports the Commandant’s Planning Guidance, as Gen. Berger’s intent to change the Service Level Training and Education from an Industrial Age model to an Information age model to better serve Marines and units for future operating environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black addresses Staff Non-Commissioned Officers with School of Infantry East (SOI-E) at Camp Geiger, N.C., July 23, 2020. SOI-E has implemented micro-mobile learning into their teaching methods to make resources more available to students and to tailor education to the student. The trip to North Carolina was the first of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed Sgt. Maj. Black the opportunity to visit Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black addresses Staff Non-Commissioned Officers with School of Infantry East (SOI-E) at Camp Geiger, N.C., July 23, 2020. SOI-E has implemented micro-mobile learning into their teaching methods to make resources more available to students and to tailor education to the student. The trip to North Carolina was the first of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed Sgt. Maj. Black the opportunity to visit Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black poses for a photo with Non-Commissioned Officers from School of Infantry East at Camp Geiger, N.C., July 23, 2020. SOI-E has implemented micro-mobile learning into their teaching methods to make resources more available to students and to tailor education to the student. The trip to North Carolina was the first of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed Sgt. Maj. Black the opportunity to visit Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black poses for a photo with Non-Commissioned Officers from School of Infantry East at Camp Geiger, N.C., July 23, 2020. SOI-E has implemented micro-mobile learning into their teaching methods to make resources more available to students and to tailor education to the student. The trip to North Carolina was the first of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed Sgt. Maj. Black the opportunity to visit Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black poses for a photo with School of Infantry East (SOI-E) Commander, Colonel Bradford Tippett, at Camp Geiger, N.C., July 23, 2020. SOI-E has introduced micro-mobile learning into their teaching methods to make resources more available and to tailor education to the student. The trip to North Carolina was the first of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed Sgt. Maj. Black the opportunity to meet with Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black poses for a photo with School of Infantry East (SOI-E) Commander, Colonel Bradford Tippett, at Camp Geiger, N.C., July 23, 2020. SOI-E has introduced micro-mobile learning into their teaching methods to make resources more available and to tailor education to the student. The trip to North Carolina was the first of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed Sgt. Maj. Black the opportunity to meet with Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black signs the guest book at the II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) headquarters building at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 23, 2020. The II MEF commanding general invited Sgt. Maj. Black in for an office call during his time at Camp Lejeune. The trip was the first of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed Sgt. Maj. Black the opportunity to meet with Marines face-to-face. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black signs the guest book at the II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) headquarters building at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 23, 2020. The II MEF commanding general invited Sgt. Maj. Black in for an office call during his time at Camp Lejeune. The trip was the first of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed Sgt. Maj. Black the opportunity to meet with Marines face-to-face. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black observes recruits attempt obstacles on the confidence course with Depot Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. William C. Carter, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island, S.C., July 22, 2020. During the visit Sgt. Maj. Black toured the training facilities to observe changes made keep recruits and Drill Instructors safe during COVID-19 restrictions. The changes include the use of face masks when less than six feet apart, and smaller platoon sizes in addition to the 14 days of restriction of movement before new recruits start training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black observes recruits attempt obstacles on the confidence course with Depot Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. William C. Carter, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island, S.C., July 22, 2020. During the visit Sgt. Maj. Black toured the training facilities to observe changes made keep recruits and Drill Instructors safe during COVID-19 restrictions. The changes include the use of face masks when less than six feet apart, and smaller platoon sizes in addition to the 14 days of restriction of movement before new recruits start training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross)

Photo by Sgt. Victoria Ross

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps