U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Chloe Johnson/Released 251203-M-JN598-1070.JPG
Jan 14, 2026
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Sydney Smalls, an administrative clerk with Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, stands at attention during her promotion ceremony Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Dec. 3, 2025. Meritorious promotion ceremonies are a significant achievement in a service member’s career and are a testament to their commitment, mastery of duties and skills, and leadership capabilities. Marines take on greater responsibilities as Non-Commissioned Officers after showing exemplary leadership skills. Smalls is a native of New York. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Chloe Johnson)
CAMERA
Canon EOS R5
LENS
RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
APERTURE
63/10
SHUTTERSPEED
1/160
ISO
100
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