 As we celebrate our 248th birthday, we honor the legacy upon which the Marine Corps is built. We celebrate the success and dedication of our acquisition workforce and all that you do to provide our Marines an unfair advantage on the battlefield. Since the birth of our Marine Corps on November 10th, 1775, Marines have evolved from our naval infantry routes to the vanguard of American military power. We have proven our ability to adapt, innovate, and accomplish the mission anytime the nation calls. As we continue to execute our strategic shift towards the Indo-Pacific, the future of America's premier fighting force is looking brighter than ever. Four years into the forces on 2030's innovation driven modernization effort, your hard work and dedication is helping build the force capable of dominating the modern battlefield. Your efforts help equip the warfighter to fight and win across all domains. Ensuring our national strategic superiority as we prepare for the future fight against our nation's adversaries who grow ever bolder, we celebrate each one of you that plays a vital role in shaping the capabilities essential to our national security. This November 10th, we honor the legacy of the Marine Corps and every generation of Marine and civilians who have come before us. As we mark this 248th Marine Corps birthday, let's advance in readiness by embracing our mission, honoring our legacy, and reaffirming our unyielding commitment to equipping our Marines. Happy birthday Marines. Happy birthday Marines. Marines, have a happy birthday. Happy birthday Marines. Happy birthday Marines.