U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. William D. Beydler, commanding general, II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF), recognizes the youngest and oldest Marines during a Marine Corps birthday celebration after conducting an 11 mile hike across Camp Lejeune, N.C., Nov. 14, 2014. II MEF plans to increase the frequency of hikes in the upcoming months, keeping Marines physically and mentally fit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Blendowski, 2nd Marine Division Combat Camera/Released)