The U.S. Marine Corps marked the occasion of the 244^th anniversary of the forming of the United States Marine Corps at Kasteel de Wittenburg located in Wassenaar.

The annual Birthday Ball is a celebration of the United States Marine Corps history and traditions. It represents where the Marine Corps started and where it is now; while giving us a glimpse of the past, present and future. Throughout the world on 10 November, Marines celebrate the birth of their Corps.