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U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Jessica Larsen, the 1st Marine Division Band drum major, instructs band members during rehearsal at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 24, 2023. Larsen’s first duty station was at the Blue Diamond as a lance corporal saxophone instrumentalist, and now after three years as a drill instructor, she has returned for a second tour. Larsen is a native of Saint Donatus, Iowa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cameron Hermanet)

U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Jessica Larsen, the 1st Marine Division Band drum major, instructs band members during rehearsal at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 24, 2023. Larsen’s first duty station was at the Blue Diamond as a lance corporal saxophone instrumentalist, and now after three years as a drill instructor, she has returned for a second tour. Larsen is a native of Saint Donatus, Iowa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cameron Hermanet)

Photo by Cpl. Cameron Hermanet

U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Jessica Larsen, the 1st Marine Division Band drum major, instructs band members during rehearsal at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 24, 2023. Larsen’s first duty station was at the Blue Diamond as a lance corporal saxophone instrumentalist, and now after three years as a drill instructor, she has returned for a second tour. Larsen is a native of Saint Donatus, Iowa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cameron Hermanet)

U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Jessica Larsen, the 1st Marine Division Band drum major, instructs band members during rehearsal at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 24, 2023. Larsen’s first duty station was at the Blue Diamond as a lance corporal saxophone instrumentalist, and now after three years as a drill instructor, she has returned for a second tour. Larsen is a native of Saint Donatus, Iowa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cameron Hermanet)

Photo by Cpl. Cameron Hermanet

The U.S. Marine Corps III Marine Expeditionary Force band plays Anchors Aweigh during a change of command ceremony at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 31, 2023. During the ceremony, Capt. Darryl Arfsten, the outgoing commanding officer, relinquished command of 3rd Medical Battalion to Capt. Justin C. Logan, the oncoming commanding officer. 3rd Marine Logistics Group, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward-deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sydni Jessee)

The U.S. Marine Corps III Marine Expeditionary Force band plays Anchors Aweigh during a change of command ceremony at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 31, 2023. During the ceremony, Capt. Darryl Arfsten, the outgoing commanding officer, relinquished command of 3rd Medical Battalion to Capt. Justin C. Logan, the oncoming commanding officer. 3rd Marine Logistics Group, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward-deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sydni Jessee)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Sydni Jessee

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 4 Andres G. Navarro, a band officer with the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific (MARFORPAC) band, conducts high school musicians from the Fresno-Madera County Honor Band at Clovis North High School in Clovis, California on Jan. 14, 2023. The Fresno-Madera County Music Educators Association (FMCMEA) hosts auditions for high school musicians in the Fresno-Madera County area to earn a sport in the honor band and play for a guest conductor selected by the FMCMEA. The mission of FMCMEA is to increase public awareness of music education by providing and enhancing student opportunities to achieve artistic excellence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Seaira Moore)

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 4 Andres G. Navarro, a band officer with the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific (MARFORPAC) band, conducts high school musicians from the Fresno-Madera County Honor Band at Clovis North High School in Clovis, California on Jan. 14, 2023. The Fresno-Madera County Music Educators Association (FMCMEA) hosts auditions for high school musicians in the Fresno-Madera County area to earn a sport in the honor band and play for a guest conductor selected by the FMCMEA. The mission of FMCMEA is to increase public awareness of music education by providing and enhancing student opportunities to achieve artistic excellence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Seaira Moore)

Photo by Cpl. Seaira Moore

ASAN BEACH, GUAM — The U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band performed for the reactivation of a new base on Guam in a ceremony, Jan. 26, honoring the long-shared history of the Marine Corps and Guam and establishing a forward presence in the Indo-Pacific that will endure into the future.

Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Blaz is the first newly constructed Marine Corps base in 70 years and serves as a testament to the U.S.-Japan alliance. Guam was chosen as the location for the new base during the 2012 Bilateral Agreement between the U.S and Japanese governments, under the Defense Policy Review Initiative, which set the framework for the relocation of Marines from Okinawa to Guam. The base is named in honor of Brigadier General Vicente Tomas “Ben” Garrido Blaz, the first CHamorro Marine to attain the rank of general officer.

ASAN BEACH, GUAM — The U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band performed for the reactivation of a new base on Guam in a ceremony, Jan. 26, honoring the long-shared history of the Marine Corps and Guam and establishing a forward presence in the Indo-Pacific that will endure into the future. Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Blaz is the first newly constructed Marine Corps base in 70 years and serves as a testament to the U.S.-Japan alliance. Guam was chosen as the location for the new base during the 2012 Bilateral Agreement between the U.S and Japanese governments, under the Defense Policy Review Initiative, which set the framework for the relocation of Marines from Okinawa to Guam. The base is named in honor of Brigadier General Vicente Tomas “Ben” Garrido Blaz, the first CHamorro Marine to attain the rank of general officer.

Photo by USMC

Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band's Woodwind and Brass Quintets, the Wayfaring Winds and Tropic Seas Brass, performed for the people of Guam in the Agaña Shopping Center in Hagåtña, Guam. The Band is currently visiting Guam as the Marine Corps prepares to have a ceremony celebrating the Re-Activation of Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz.

Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band's Woodwind and Brass Quintets, the Wayfaring Winds and Tropic Seas Brass, performed for the people of Guam in the Agaña Shopping Center in Hagåtña, Guam. The Band is currently visiting Guam as the Marine Corps prepares to have a ceremony celebrating the Re-Activation of Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz.

Photo by Marine Corps Forces Pacfic Band

Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band's Woodwind and Brass Quintets, the Wayfaring Winds and Tropic Seas Brass, performed for the people of Guam in the Agaña Shopping Center in Hagåtña, Guam. The Band is currently visiting Guam as the Marine Corps prepares to have a ceremony celebrating the Re-Activation of Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz.

Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band's Woodwind and Brass Quintets, the Wayfaring Winds and Tropic Seas Brass, performed for the people of Guam in the Agaña Shopping Center in Hagåtña, Guam. The Band is currently visiting Guam as the Marine Corps prepares to have a ceremony celebrating the Re-Activation of Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz.

Photo by Marine Corps Forces Pacfic Band

U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band play before the deactivation ceremony of 3d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Jan. 13, 2023. The battalion is deactivating in accordance with Force Design 2030 as the Marine Corps

modernizes to remain the premier crisis response force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Israel Chincio)

U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band play before the deactivation ceremony of 3d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Jan. 13, 2023. The battalion is deactivating in accordance with Force Design 2030 as the Marine Corps modernizes to remain the premier crisis response force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Israel Chincio)

Photo by Sgt. Israel Chincio

The U.S. Marine Corps III Marine Expeditionary Force band plays music prior to a change of command ceremony at Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 16, 2022. During the ceremony, Col. Douglas R. Burke, outgoing commanding officer, relinquished command of Combat Logistics Regiment 37 to Col. Andre M. Ingram, oncoming commanding officer. 3rd Marine Logistics Group, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sydni Jessee)

The U.S. Marine Corps III Marine Expeditionary Force band plays music prior to a change of command ceremony at Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 16, 2022. During the ceremony, Col. Douglas R. Burke, outgoing commanding officer, relinquished command of Combat Logistics Regiment 37 to Col. Andre M. Ingram, oncoming commanding officer. 3rd Marine Logistics Group, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sydni Jessee)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Sydni Jessee

Children and parents move through the buffet line during a Breakfast with Santa event at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, Dec. 17, 2022. The United Service Organization (USO) and Marine Corps Community Services banded together to put together a breakfast that featured a buffet, pictures with Santa Claus, and stockings for each child to bring magic and comfort to those who may be separated from their families during the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Archuleta)

Children and parents move through the buffet line during a Breakfast with Santa event at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, Dec. 17, 2022. The United Service Organization (USO) and Marine Corps Community Services banded together to put together a breakfast that featured a buffet, pictures with Santa Claus, and stockings for each child to bring magic and comfort to those who may be separated from their families during the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Archuleta)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah Bartok

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (2D MAW) Band march down the streets of Nugent Cove Housing during their 3rd annual Christmas Parade at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 14, 2022. During the month of December, the 2D MAW Band parades through housing on the installation playing Christmas songs to spread festive cheer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jade Farrington)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (2D MAW) Band march down the streets of Nugent Cove Housing during their 3rd annual Christmas Parade at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 14, 2022. During the month of December, the 2D MAW Band parades through housing on the installation playing Christmas songs to spread festive cheer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jade Farrington)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jade Farrington

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Elizabeth Marino, a vocalist with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, reads “The Night Before Christmas” to the audience during a Christmas concert at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2022. The event was open to the public and was 2nd MAW Band’s first Christmas concert since 2019 due to COVID-19 restrictions. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Elizabeth Marino, a vocalist with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, reads “The Night Before Christmas” to the audience during a Christmas concert at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2022. The event was open to the public and was 2nd MAW Band’s first Christmas concert since 2019 due to COVID-19 restrictions. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Marine Division Band performs during the Jacksonville's National Night Out event in Riverwalk Park, Jacksonville, North Carolina, Aug. 2, 2022. National Night Out is a celebration of the partnership between the city of Jacksonville, MCB Camp Lejeune representatives and community partners, highlighting the support between the base, community services and public safety officials. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Trey Q. Michael)

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Marine Division Band performs during the Jacksonville's National Night Out event in Riverwalk Park, Jacksonville, North Carolina, Aug. 2, 2022. National Night Out is a celebration of the partnership between the city of Jacksonville, MCB Camp Lejeune representatives and community partners, highlighting the support between the base, community services and public safety officials. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Trey Q. Michael)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Trey Michael

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band pose for an annual group photo at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 16, 2022.

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band pose for an annual group photo at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 16, 2022.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Earik Barton

On this Veterans’ Day, the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band’s New Orleans Style Brass Band, Brass on the Beach, helped welcome home some of our nation’s heroes as they returned home to Honolulu after visiting the Nation’s Capital and the memorials that pay tribute to their service. The veterans were part of the Honor Flight Network’s first flight from Hawaii.

The Honor Flight Network — which partners with Alaska Airlines — organizes trips to D.C. for retired service members. They left Honolulu on Alaska Airlines Monday, spent a night in Portland, and spent a day and a half seeing the nation’s war memorials.

Honor Flight took veterans from World War II, the Korean and Vietnam Conflicts, Operations Desert Shield & Storm, and the recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to Washington DC, and for some, this was their first trip to our Nation’s Capital.

As the veterans left the gate today at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, they were greeted by more people including Gov. David Ige and first lady Dawn Amano-Ige, as well as U.S. Rep. Ed Case.

They sang the national anthem with their hands over their hearts reflecting on the sacrifices of all veterans and their fellow travelers, who’ve become friends.

The first Honor Flight was in 2005. So far, more than 250,000 veterans across the country have taken part in the program to visit war memorials.

The Honor Flight Network has planned trips for Hawaii Veterans next year and the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band will be there to welcome them home.

Provided is a link to Hawaii News Now’s coverage of the event.

On this Veterans’ Day, the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band’s New Orleans Style Brass Band, Brass on the Beach, helped welcome home some of our nation’s heroes as they returned home to Honolulu after visiting the Nation’s Capital and the memorials that pay tribute to their service. The veterans were part of the Honor Flight Network’s first flight from Hawaii. The Honor Flight Network — which partners with Alaska Airlines — organizes trips to D.C. for retired service members. They left Honolulu on Alaska Airlines Monday, spent a night in Portland, and spent a day and a half seeing the nation’s war memorials. Honor Flight took veterans from World War II, the Korean and Vietnam Conflicts, Operations Desert Shield & Storm, and the recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to Washington DC, and for some, this was their first trip to our Nation’s Capital. As the veterans left the gate today at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, they were greeted by more people including Gov. David Ige and first lady Dawn Amano-Ige, as well as U.S. Rep. Ed Case. They sang the national anthem with their hands over their hearts reflecting on the sacrifices of all veterans and their fellow travelers, who’ve become friends. The first Honor Flight was in 2005. So far, more than 250,000 veterans across the country have taken part in the program to visit war memorials. The Honor Flight Network has planned trips for Hawaii Veterans next year and the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band will be there to welcome them home. Provided is a link to Hawaii News Now’s coverage of the event.

Photo by USMC

U.S. Marines assigned to the Marine Forces Reserve Band perform the Armed Forces Medley during halftime of a New Orleans Saints football game at the Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Nov. 20, 2022. The Armed Forces Medley is a collection of the official songs of each of the United States Armed Services. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Staff Sgt. Jestin Costa)

U.S. Marines assigned to the Marine Forces Reserve Band perform the Armed Forces Medley during halftime of a New Orleans Saints football game at the Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Nov. 20, 2022. The Armed Forces Medley is a collection of the official songs of each of the United States Armed Services. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Staff Sgt. Jestin Costa)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Jestin Costa

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ashley V. Cook, musician, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band, performs "God Bless the U.S.A. " during a Veterans Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii, November 11, 2022. Veterans Day began as Armistice Day, honoring the end of World War I. Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans, living or dead, who served their country honorably during war or peacetime. This ceremony was presented by the Oahu Veterans Council. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ashley V. Cook, musician, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band, performs "God Bless the U.S.A. " during a Veterans Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii, November 11, 2022. Veterans Day began as Armistice Day, honoring the end of World War I. Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans, living or dead, who served their country honorably during war or peacetime. This ceremony was presented by the Oahu Veterans Council. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen)

Photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmetgustavsen

U.S. Marines awarded the Sponsorship Recognition Award at the Bands of America Grand National Championships on Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 11, 2022. Marine Corps Recruiting Command is proud to partner with Music for All, this partnership helps increase awareness of the Marine Corps’ opportunities and connect with band directors, influencers and students.

U.S. Marines awarded the Sponsorship Recognition Award at the Bands of America Grand National Championships on Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 11, 2022. Marine Corps Recruiting Command is proud to partner with Music for All, this partnership helps increase awareness of the Marine Corps’ opportunities and connect with band directors, influencers and students.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 2 Randel Metzinger with Marine Band San Diego, Service Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, is presented a certificate by Jefferson Jay, the San Diego Music Hall of Fame president, during the 4th annual San Diego Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in San Diego, California, Nov. 11, 2022. Marine Band San Diego was inducted into this year's San Diego Music Hall of Fame based off of its continual public appearances throughout the years to provide musical support for military and civic ceremonies in the San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Devereux)

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 2 Randel Metzinger with Marine Band San Diego, Service Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, is presented a certificate by Jefferson Jay, the San Diego Music Hall of Fame president, during the 4th annual San Diego Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in San Diego, California, Nov. 11, 2022. Marine Band San Diego was inducted into this year's San Diego Music Hall of Fame based off of its continual public appearances throughout the years to provide musical support for military and civic ceremonies in the San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Devereux)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alexander Devereux

U.S Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Byron Reed, 9th Marine Corps Recruiting District musician technical assistant, speaks with students at the Bands of America Grand National Championship on Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 11, 2022. Marine Corps Recruiting Command is proud to partner with Music for All, this partnership helps increase awareness of the Marine Corps’ opportunities and connect with band directors, influencers and students.

U.S Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Byron Reed, 9th Marine Corps Recruiting District musician technical assistant, speaks with students at the Bands of America Grand National Championship on Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 11, 2022. Marine Corps Recruiting Command is proud to partner with Music for All, this partnership helps increase awareness of the Marine Corps’ opportunities and connect with band directors, influencers and students.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez

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