MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. (March 3, 2006) -- Raucous crowds, cold beverages and colorful beads were only a part of New Orleans’ Mardi Gras celebration this year, as 31 members of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing were welcomed in style by an ecstatic city, Feb. 28 and 29. “We’re so happy to have (the Marines) here,” said Gwyneth James, a Thibodaux, La., native and Mardi Gras regular. “It means a lot to see they’re willing to invest in the city’s future. It brings us hope.” The 2nd MAW Band and the Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 Color...