The U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard is, in normal times, a highlight of our official July 4 ceremony. Despite not gathering in person this year, our Marine Security Guard detatchment saluted the flag at Lornado in honor of our country's 244th birthday. Thank you to the Marines for allowing us to continue to share this tradition with friends and family across Canada! | U.S. Embassy Ottawa

The U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard is always a highlight of our official July 4th celebrations. Despite the pandemic preventing us from gathering together on the Lornado lawn, our Marine Security Guard detachment performed a special salute to the flag in honor of the United States' 245th birthday. | U.S. Embassy Ottawa

You're only as good as your training. That's why Marine Security Guards and DSS special agents at U.S. embassies and consulates train day and night to ensure they are prepared to address potential threats and protect American interests abroad. Just another way The Diplomatic Security Service and Marine Security Guard - MSG Duty keep America safe. #DSS #USMC | Diplomatic Security Service