U.S. Marine Corps Lt.Col. Jeremy B. Smith, deputy director Indo-Pacific Directorate, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), speaks to guests during the Marine Corps birthday ceremony at DPAA on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 31, 2024. DPAA Marines were joined by Marine Corps Forces, Pacific senior leaders and DPAA senior leadership to celebrate the 249th Marine Corps birthday, highlighting the overlap of commitment, pride, and professionalism these two organizations share. DPAA's mission is to provide the fullest possible accounting of U.S. personnel to their families and the nation. (U.S Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lesley Cisneros)