FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 9, 2025
BATON ROUGE, La. — The State of Louisiana will honor the 250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps with a cake-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 10, at the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge.
Hosted in partnership with the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, the event will recognize 250 years of Marine Corps service, sacrifice and tradition.
The ceremony will feature the Marine Corps’ traditional cake-cutting, in which the oldest and youngest Marines present share the first slices of cake. The ritual symbolizes the passing of knowledge, honor and responsibility from one generation of Marines to the next.
“The Marine Corps has always embodied the highest standards of service, courage and commitment,” said Col. Charlton Meginley, Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs. “As we mark 250 years of Marine Corps history, we celebrate not only the legacy of those who came before us but also the strength of today’s Marines and the future leaders who will continue to protect our freedoms. Louisiana is proud to stand with them on this milestone anniversary.”
The event will include a presentation of colors, and musical tributes honoring the Marine Corps and all who serve.
Event details:
What: Marine Corps 250th Birthday Cake-Cutting Ceremony
When: Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at 11 a.m.
Where: Louisiana State Capitol, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Hosted by: State of Louisiana
In partnership with: Marine Corps Heritage Foundation
For more information or media inquiries, contact Daniele Palen at LDVAMedia@LA.GOV or (985) 768-9996
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