Sgt. Nathan Johnson performs his duties as the drum major for the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band during a Mardi Gras Parade in New Orleans, Feb. 28, 2017. Mardi Gras is traditionally a time for people to feast before the time of lent where they will then fast. The 2nd MAW band provided traditional Mardi Gras music along with the national anthem, the Marines’ Hymn and other classics during the parades. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cody Lemons/Released)
<dl><dd>Unit: Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point</dd>
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Lance Cpl. Cody Lemons
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