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Marines Bring Song, Cheer to Fiesta

Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Division Band, known as "The Division's Own," and other community bands recently performed during the Onslow Hispanic Latino Association Summer Latin Fiesta in Jacksonville, N.C.

The festivities showcased Latino culture and included a variety of games, music and dance.

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Marines brought smiles and a welcoming attitude, bonding with attendees and fostering a sense of belonging for all.

Two Marines, one holding a musical instrument, are flanked by civilians inside a hall with people in the background.
Summer Latin Fiesta
Marines take a photo with attendees during the Summer Latin Fiesta event in Jacksonville, N.C., July 27, 2024. The community event was held as a celebration of the Latin/Hispanic culture and included a variety of games, music, dancing and performances by the 2nd Marine Division Band.
Credit: Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Hunter Kuester
VIRIN: 240727-M-TS416-1751
A singer in a red suit and white hat sings inside a building with the Marine Corps band behind him.
Fiesta Performance
Retired Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer Juan Beltran, a member of Los Sabrosos Del Son band, performs during the Onslow Hispanic Latino Association Summer Latin Fiesta in Jacksonville, N.C., July 27, 2024.
Credit: Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester
VIRIN: 240727-M-TS416-1621
A group of Marines plays instruments while people dance in the background inside a gymnasium.
Fiesta Dance
Summer Latin Fiesta participants dance in Jacksonville, N.C., July 27, 2024. The event was held as a celebration of the Latin/Hispanic culture in the local community and included a variety of games, music, dancing and performances by the 2nd Marine Division band.
Credit: Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester
VIRIN: 240727-M-TS416-1661

The 2nd Marine Division Band, which was first assembled during World War II, performs at ceremonies, parades, festivals and other public events across the U.S. and around the world, providing musical support to communities, five major commands and over 47,000 Marines.

A group of Marines poses with members of a band inside a gymnasium.
Group Photo
Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Division Band pose for a picture with members of the Los Sabrosos Del Son Band during the Summer Latin Fiesta event in Jacksonville, N.C., July 27, 2024.
Credit: Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester
VIRIN: 240727-M-TS416-1755A

A group of Marines walks toward a building outside in the sun. In the foreground a sign reads Summer Latin Fiesta.
Summer Latin Fiesta
Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Division Band walk toward the Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center during the Onslow Hispanic Latino Association Summer Latin Fiesta in Jacksonville, N.C., July 27, 2024.
Credit: Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester
VIRIN: 240727-M-TS416-1021

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