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A U.S. Marine with the Maritime Raid Force, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, jumps from a Skyvan 3A during military free fall training in Lake Elsinore, California, Feb. 12, 2026. The training was conducted to rehearse aerial insertion tactics over difficult terrain to support expeditionary operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Joseph Helms)

A U.S. Marine with the Maritime Raid Force, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, jumps from a Skyvan 3A during military free fall training in Lake Elsinore, California, Feb. 12, 2026. The training was conducted to rehearse aerial insertion tactics over difficult terrain to support expeditionary operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Joseph Helms)

Photo by Sgt. Joseph Helms

Prepositioned motor transport equipment is staged at a Marine Corps Prepositioning Program Norway cave site in January 2026 in Norway in preparation for convoy operations supporting Cold Response 26. The staging supports coordinated movement and timely employment of equipment issued to II Marine Expeditionary Force Marines.

Blount Island Command is managing logistics for the Marine Corps Prepositioning Program Norway cave draw in support of Exercise Cold Response 26, ensuring the timely transfer of prepositioned equipment and supplies to II Marine Expeditionary Force Marines. As part of the exercise, equipment is issued from cave sites at Tromsdal, Bjugn and Frigard to support cold weather operations and rapid deployment. Cold Response 26 enhances readiness, reinforces regional security, and strengthens Norway’s defense and NATO deterrence capabilities through multinational interoperability.

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicholas Martinez

Prepositioned motor transport equipment is staged at a Marine Corps Prepositioning Program Norway cave site in January 2026 in Norway in preparation for convoy operations supporting Cold Response 26. The staging supports coordinated movement and timely employment of equipment issued to II Marine Expeditionary Force Marines. Blount Island Command is managing logistics for the Marine Corps Prepositioning Program Norway cave draw in support of Exercise Cold Response 26, ensuring the timely transfer of prepositioned equipment and supplies to II Marine Expeditionary Force Marines. As part of the exercise, equipment is issued from cave sites at Tromsdal, Bjugn and Frigard to support cold weather operations and rapid deployment. Cold Response 26 enhances readiness, reinforces regional security, and strengthens Norway’s defense and NATO deterrence capabilities through multinational interoperability. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicholas Martinez

Photo by Cpl. Nicholas Martinez

U.S. Marine Corps tactical vehicles are staged in preparation for exercise Cold Response 26 in Tromsdalen, Norway, Jan. 22, 2026. The Marine Corps Pre-positioning Program-Norway, managed by Blount Island Command, enables the rapid outfitting of a deployed Marine Air-Ground Task Force by storing ready-to-use equipment in climate-controlled caves. Exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

U.S. Marine Corps tactical vehicles are staged in preparation for exercise Cold Response 26 in Tromsdalen, Norway, Jan. 22, 2026. The Marine Corps Pre-positioning Program-Norway, managed by Blount Island Command, enables the rapid outfitting of a deployed Marine Air-Ground Task Force by storing ready-to-use equipment in climate-controlled caves. Exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ismael G. Bamba, command senior enlisted leader of Marine Forces Korea, stands at attention as his citation is read during his award ceremony at Republic of Korea Marine Corps Headquarters at Camp Baran, South Korea, Feb. 3, 2026. The commendation highlights significant efforts supporting regional stability, alliance readiness and combined operational effectiveness on the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Antonio Campbell)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ismael G. Bamba, command senior enlisted leader of Marine Forces Korea, stands at attention as his citation is read during his award ceremony at Republic of Korea Marine Corps Headquarters at Camp Baran, South Korea, Feb. 3, 2026. The commendation highlights significant efforts supporting regional stability, alliance readiness and combined operational effectiveness on the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Antonio Campbell)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Antonio Campbell

A Republic of Korea Prime Minister Commendation is worn by U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ismael G. Bamba, command senior enlisted leader of Marine Forces Korea, during an award ceremony at Republic of Korea Marine Corps Headquarters at Camp Baran, South Korea, Feb. 3, 2026. The commendation highlights significant efforts supporting regional stability, alliance readiness and combined operational effectiveness on the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Antonio Campbell)

A Republic of Korea Prime Minister Commendation is worn by U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ismael G. Bamba, command senior enlisted leader of Marine Forces Korea, during an award ceremony at Republic of Korea Marine Corps Headquarters at Camp Baran, South Korea, Feb. 3, 2026. The commendation highlights significant efforts supporting regional stability, alliance readiness and combined operational effectiveness on the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Antonio Campbell)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Antonio Campbell

A U.S. Marine with Maritime Special Purpose Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) sights in on an M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle during a live-fire range aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), while underway in the Caribbean Sea, Feb. 4, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine with Maritime Special Purpose Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) sights in on an M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle during a live-fire range aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), while underway in the Caribbean Sea, Feb. 4, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Cpl. Emily Hazelbaker

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joel Huayaban, a musician with Headquarters Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, combat glides to fight during a culminating event for Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) Course on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joel Huayaban, a musician with Headquarters Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, combat glides to fight during a culminating event for Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) Course on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C.

Photo by Cpl. Jordy Morales

Marines participate in fitness and martial arts training in support of overall force readiness at Marine Corps base Quantico, Virginia

Marines participate in fitness and martial arts training in support of overall force readiness at Marine Corps base Quantico, Virginia

Photo by U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Memphis Pitts

U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division operate an amphibious combat vehicle on the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD-44) during Naval Integration Training Package 2 off the coast of North Carolina, Dec. 4, 2025. NITP-2 is an amphibious, ship-to-shore, part of a larger training evolution certifying amphibious combat vehicle crewmen to safely and properly conduct combat operations with the ACV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Dominic Trujillo)

U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division operate an amphibious combat vehicle on the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD-44) during Naval Integration Training Package 2 off the coast of North Carolina, Dec. 4, 2025. NITP-2 is an amphibious, ship-to-shore, part of a larger training evolution certifying amphibious combat vehicle crewmen to safely and properly conduct combat operations with the ACV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Dominic Trujillo)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dominic Trujillo

A U.S. Marine with Lima Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, sights in on an M27 infantry automatic rifle during a raid near Yuma, Arizona, Jan. 31, 2026. The 11th MEU is currently underway aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances lethality and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Luke Rodriguez)

A U.S. Marine with Lima Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, sights in on an M27 infantry automatic rifle during a raid near Yuma, Arizona, Jan. 31, 2026. The 11th MEU is currently underway aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances lethality and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Luke Rodriguez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Luke Rodriguez

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 39th Airlift Squadron approaches Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 5, 2026. During the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council, the aircraft diverted to assist a grounded C-130J, enabling maintenance Airmen to identify, repair and return the aircraft to flight status before redeploying to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 39th Airlift Squadron approaches Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 5, 2026. During the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council, the aircraft diverted to assist a grounded C-130J, enabling maintenance Airmen to identify, repair and return the aircraft to flight status before redeploying to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Idris Turay, Marine Aircraft Group 39 sergeant major , speaks with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Martin Castillo, 317th Airlift Wing command chief, during a senior enlisted leader sync at the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 5, 2026. The senior enlisted leaders discussed enlisted development, challenges faced by both branches and opportunities for future joint integration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Idris Turay, Marine Aircraft Group 39 sergeant major , speaks with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Martin Castillo, 317th Airlift Wing command chief, during a senior enlisted leader sync at the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 5, 2026. The senior enlisted leaders discussed enlisted development, challenges faced by both branches and opportunities for future joint integration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

U.S. Marines assigned to the Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, and U.S. Airmen assigned to the 317th Airlift Wing observe aircraft rescue and firefighting response training on a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 4, 2026. This training exercise allowed the I Marine Expeditionary Force and 317th AW to understand how to safely execute missions and work together to respond to emergency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

U.S. Marines assigned to the Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, and U.S. Airmen assigned to the 317th Airlift Wing observe aircraft rescue and firefighting response training on a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 4, 2026. This training exercise allowed the I Marine Expeditionary Force and 317th AW to understand how to safely execute missions and work together to respond to emergency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Matthew Monville, 40th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, signals the upload of fuel during a hot-pit refuel at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 4, 2026. The Specialized Fueling Operation supported joint training between the I Marine Expeditionary Force and 317th Airlift Wing during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Matthew Monville, 40th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, signals the upload of fuel during a hot-pit refuel at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 4, 2026. The Specialized Fueling Operation supported joint training between the I Marine Expeditionary Force and 317th Airlift Wing during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

U.S. Marines assigned to the I Marine Expeditionary Force discuss Specialized Fuel Operations and C-130J Super Hercules hot-pit refueling procedures during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 4, 2026. The training generated data to improve fuel upload efficiency for future operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

U.S. Marines assigned to the I Marine Expeditionary Force discuss Specialized Fuel Operations and C-130J Super Hercules hot-pit refueling procedures during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 4, 2026. The training generated data to improve fuel upload efficiency for future operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

U.S. Air Force Capt. Reece Cooke, 40th Airlift Squadron pilot, observes terrain from a C-130J Super Hercules during low-level flight over the Peninsular Ranges, California, Feb. 4, 2026. The aircraft carried an ultra-light tactical vehicle and U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, providing realistic joint training during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council led by the 317th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

U.S. Air Force Capt. Reece Cooke, 40th Airlift Squadron pilot, observes terrain from a C-130J Super Hercules during low-level flight over the Peninsular Ranges, California, Feb. 4, 2026. The aircraft carried an ultra-light tactical vehicle and U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, providing realistic joint training during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council led by the 317th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

Two U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 19th Airlift Wing and 317th Airlift Wing remain running while U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 prepare fuel lines during Specialized Fueling Operations at Naval Landing Field, San Clemente Island, California, Feb. 4, 2026. The training validated repeatable joint fueling procedures in support of distributed operations during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council led by the 317th AW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Two U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 19th Airlift Wing and 317th Airlift Wing remain running while U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 prepare fuel lines during Specialized Fueling Operations at Naval Landing Field, San Clemente Island, California, Feb. 4, 2026. The training validated repeatable joint fueling procedures in support of distributed operations during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council led by the 317th AW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Talon Gardener, Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 expeditionary fuels technician, center, reverses an ultra-light tactical vehicle equipped with a Tactical Air Ground Refueling Systems onto a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron, as U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Matthew Monville and Master Sgt. Andy Cline, both 40th AS loadmasters, assist during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapons System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 4, 2026. During the WSC, Airmen conducted Specialized Fueling Operations training with I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Talon Gardener, Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 expeditionary fuels technician, center, reverses an ultra-light tactical vehicle equipped with a Tactical Air Ground Refueling Systems onto a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron, as U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Matthew Monville and Master Sgt. Andy Cline, both 40th AS loadmasters, assist during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapons System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 4, 2026. During the WSC, Airmen conducted Specialized Fueling Operations training with I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

U.S. Marines assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Division receive a tour of a C-130J Super Hercules from U.S. Air Force Capt. Sydney Pasterski, 40th Airlift Squadron pilot, during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 3, 2026. Pasterski answered questions related to emergency equipment and response procedures on the aircraft, strengthening joint safety awareness and coordination between Airmen and I Marine Expeditionary Force personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

U.S. Marines assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Division receive a tour of a C-130J Super Hercules from U.S. Air Force Capt. Sydney Pasterski, 40th Airlift Squadron pilot, during the Spring 2026 C-130 Weapon System Council at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 3, 2026. Pasterski answered questions related to emergency equipment and response procedures on the aircraft, strengthening joint safety awareness and coordination between Airmen and I Marine Expeditionary Force personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell

U.S. Air Force Col. Justin Diehl, 317th Airlift Wing commander and C-130 Weapon System Council chair, pilots a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron en route to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, for the Spring 2026 C-130 WSC, Feb. 3, 2026. The 317th AW led the council, iterating with the I Marine Expeditionary Force and other active-duty, Guard and Reserve C-130 units to validate rapid air mobility concepts and joint operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

U.S. Air Force Col. Justin Diehl, 317th Airlift Wing commander and C-130 Weapon System Council chair, pilots a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron en route to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, for the Spring 2026 C-130 WSC, Feb. 3, 2026. The 317th AW led the council, iterating with the I Marine Expeditionary Force and other active-duty, Guard and Reserve C-130 units to validate rapid air mobility concepts and joint operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

Photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell