Elmer Hawkins, center, a World War II veteran, poses for a photo with members of the 1st Marine Division Band during the annual 1st MARDIV Association banquet in San Antonio, Aug. 24, 2024. The association celebrated its 77th year hosting the reunion and brought Marines, both past and present, together for a week of remembrance and honoring its members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cameron Hermanet)