The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit color guard prepare to present the colors at a Zephyrs baseball game in New Orleans April 22, 2012. The 26th MEU is currently providing support to the commemoration of the Battle of New Orleans. Starting through April and continuing through 2015, the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard will commemorate the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 and "The Star-Spangled Banner." The War of 1812 celebration with commemorate the rich Naval history and showcase the capabilities of today's Navy-Marine Corps team.