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**Item Description:**
Up for sale is an authentic, original vintage U.S. Marine Corps black-and-white photograph dated October 25, 1957. This official military photograph captures a ceremony featuring a Marine Master Sergeant being sworn in.
The back of the photo is fully stamped with official military provenance, including:
* **Command Location:** Headquarters Fourth Marine Corps Reserve and Recruitment District, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
* **Official Date:** 25 OCT 1957
* **File Number:** 734-1
* **Photographer Credit:** Photo by Robert J. Pachucki, Official Marine Corps Photographer
**Condition Details:**
The front image is clear and crisp with strong contrast. The back of the photo features clear, legible ink stamps. There is a strip of vintage adhesive residue/staining along the right edge of the reverse side from historical scrapbook storage, which does not impact the front image. Please review the included high-resolution photos for full condition details.
**Shipping & Handling:**
Ships safely and securely in a rigid mailer to prevent bending during transit. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
