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An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, extracts the propellant of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Underwater Archeology (UA) Branch requested assistance from EOD so the round could be rendered inert, making it safe for display. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, extracts the propellant of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Underwater Archeology (UA) Branch requested assistance from EOD so the round could be rendered inert, making it safe for display. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl.Jacob Bertram

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, extract the propellant of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Underwater Archeology (UA) Branch requested assistance from EOD so the round could be rendered inert, making it safe for display. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, extract the propellant of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Underwater Archeology (UA) Branch requested assistance from EOD so the round could be rendered inert, making it safe for display. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl.Jacob Bertram

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, extract the propellant of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Underwater Archeology (UA) Branch requested assistance from EOD so the round could be rendered inert, making it safe for display. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, extract the propellant of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Underwater Archeology (UA) Branch requested assistance from EOD so the round could be rendered inert, making it safe for display. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl.Jacob Bertram

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, test the chemical composition of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The late 19th century pistol was recovered from the wreckage of the USS Huron, located off the coast of North Carolina. In order to be displayed safely, EOD was requested to remove the round from the pistol and render the cartridge inert. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, test the chemical composition of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The late 19th century pistol was recovered from the wreckage of the USS Huron, located off the coast of North Carolina. In order to be displayed safely, EOD was requested to remove the round from the pistol and render the cartridge inert. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl.Jacob Bertram

A Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge is X-rayed by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The late 19th century pistol was recovered from the wreckage of the USS Huron, located off the coast of North Carolina. In order to be displayed safely, EOD was requested to remove the round from the pistol and render the cartridge inert. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

A Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge is X-rayed by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The late 19th century pistol was recovered from the wreckage of the USS Huron, located off the coast of North Carolina. In order to be displayed safely, EOD was requested to remove the round from the pistol and render the cartridge inert. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl.Jacob Bertram

An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, extracts the propellant of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Underwater Archeology (UA) Branch requested assistance from EOD so the round could be rendered inert, making it safe for display. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, extracts the propellant of a Remington Rolling Block pistol cartridge at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Underwater Archeology (UA) Branch requested assistance from EOD so the round could be rendered inert, making it safe for display. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl.Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Shelbie McKay stands with her Marine Corps leaders and members of the Havelock Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs Committee (MAC) at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2022. McKay was recognized as the Service Person of the Quarter by the Havelock MAC. To earn this honor, McKay has dedicated much of her time volunteering in the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Shelbie McKay stands with her Marine Corps leaders and members of the Havelock Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs Committee (MAC) at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2022. McKay was recognized as the Service Person of the Quarter by the Havelock MAC. To earn this honor, McKay has dedicated much of her time volunteering in the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

A member of the Havelock Chamber of Commerce reads a citation from the Havelock Mayor to Sgt. Shelbie McKay at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2022. McKay was recognized as the Service Person of the Quarter by the Havelock Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs Committee. To earn this honor, McKay has dedicated much of her time volunteering in the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

A member of the Havelock Chamber of Commerce reads a citation from the Havelock Mayor to Sgt. Shelbie McKay at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2022. McKay was recognized as the Service Person of the Quarter by the Havelock Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs Committee. To earn this honor, McKay has dedicated much of her time volunteering in the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Bruce Fortin, the Havelock Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) chairman, presents a plaque to Sgt. Shelbie McKay at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2022. McKay was recognized as the Service Person of the Quarter by the Havelock MAC. To earn this honor, McKay has dedicated much of her time volunteering in the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Bruce Fortin, the Havelock Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) chairman, presents a plaque to Sgt. Shelbie McKay at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2022. McKay was recognized as the Service Person of the Quarter by the Havelock MAC. To earn this honor, McKay has dedicated much of her time volunteering in the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Adrian Adame speaks on the accomplishments of Sgt. Shelbie McKay at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2022. McKay was recognized as the Service Person of the Quarter by the Havelock Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs Committee. To earn this honor, McKay has dedicated much of her time volunteering in the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Adrian Adame speaks on the accomplishments of Sgt. Shelbie McKay at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2022. McKay was recognized as the Service Person of the Quarter by the Havelock Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs Committee. To earn this honor, McKay has dedicated much of her time volunteering in the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Sailors serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point gather for a photo outside the clinic after an early morning Service Dress Blue uniform inspection Thursday, October 28 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point.

Sailors serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point gather for a photo outside the clinic after an early morning Service Dress Blue uniform inspection Thursday, October 28 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point.

Photo by Thomas Cieslak

The Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point has played an important part in national defense by providing maintenance, engineering and logistics support, to generate combat air power for America's Marines and Naval Forces, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Sept. 24, 2020. MCAS Cherry Point is not only a secure location for all of FRCE’s essential operations, the installation also provides support when needed to workers and extra security for day to day operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Micha Pierce)

The Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point has played an important part in national defense by providing maintenance, engineering and logistics support, to generate combat air power for America's Marines and Naval Forces, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Sept. 24, 2020. MCAS Cherry Point is not only a secure location for all of FRCE’s essential operations, the installation also provides support when needed to workers and extra security for day to day operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Micha Pierce)

Photo by Sgt. Micha Pierce

The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band practices before a drive-thru performance at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band practices before a drive-thru performance at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band performs a drive-thru concert at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band performs a drive-thru concert at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band performs a drive-thru concert at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band performs a drive-thru concert at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

Carrie Young, assistant community manager for the Slocum Village neighborhood, passes goodies to a driver at the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band drive-thru concert at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Carrie Young, assistant community manager for the Slocum Village neighborhood, passes goodies to a driver at the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band drive-thru concert at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ezequiel Gonzalez, Lance Cpl. Daniel Watter and Sgt. William Emrich, musicians with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Brass Band, march around the 2nd MAW Brass Band during a drive-thru concert at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ezequiel Gonzalez, Lance Cpl. Daniel Watter and Sgt. William Emrich, musicians with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Brass Band, march around the 2nd MAW Brass Band during a drive-thru concert at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point North Carolina, April 27, 2022. Throughout the performance, sweet treats, goody bags, and resources for military families were handed out in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker

Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, is pictured aerially on Sept. 18, 2019. MCAS Cherry Point was officially commissioned in 1942 during a brief ceremony, as most of the Marine's focus was on World War II and supporting the operations for the United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Micha Pierce)

Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, is pictured aerially on Sept. 18, 2019. MCAS Cherry Point was officially commissioned in 1942 during a brief ceremony, as most of the Marine's focus was on World War II and supporting the operations for the United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Micha Pierce)

Photo by Cpl. Micha Pierce

Vanessa Golden stands outside her office alongside the Single Marine Program banner at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 7, 2022. The primary mission and focus of the SMP is to enhance the quality of life and improve the morale and well-being of all single and unaccompanied Service Members stationed at MCAS Cherry Point. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Vanessa Golden stands outside her office alongside the Single Marine Program banner at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 7, 2022. The primary mission and focus of the SMP is to enhance the quality of life and improve the morale and well-being of all single and unaccompanied Service Members stationed at MCAS Cherry Point. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Former Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Ronald L. Green and Medal of Honor recipient Dakota L. Meyer, address Marines on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 19, 2022. Marines were given the opportunity to ask questions and learn from Green and Meyer’s experiences in the military. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl Michele Clarke)

Former Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Ronald L. Green and Medal of Honor recipient Dakota L. Meyer, address Marines on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 19, 2022. Marines were given the opportunity to ask questions and learn from Green and Meyer’s experiences in the military. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point