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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Samuel Dentchevkruse, right, a native of North Carolina and a network administrator with 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, observes a target area through a common laser range finder-integrated capability during Resolute Hunter 26-2 at Fallon, Nevada, June 16, 2026. Resolute Hunter is a biannual joint and coalition exercise that provides 5th ANGLICO a realistic operational environment to integrate reconnaissance and surveillance operations, refine communications tactics, techniques, and procedures, and strengthen joint force targeting and kill web integration in support of future deployments and multi-domain operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Raymond Tong)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Samuel Dentchevkruse, right, a native of North Carolina and a network administrator with 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, observes a target area through a common laser range finder-integrated capability during Resolute Hunter 26-2 at Fallon, Nevada, June 16, 2026. Resolute Hunter is a biannual joint and coalition exercise that provides 5th ANGLICO a realistic operational environment to integrate reconnaissance and surveillance operations, refine communications tactics, techniques, and procedures, and strengthen joint force targeting and kill web integration in support of future deployments and multi-domain operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Raymond Tong)

Photo by Sgt. Raymond Tong

A Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System is maneuvered on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 16, 2026. The NMESIS is a ground-based offensive anti-ship missile system, used in sea denial and littoral protection to offer a highly mobile and rapidly deployable island defense solution. As the Marine Corps’ purpose-built Division focused on the littorals, 3rd Marine Division remains committed to enhancing its ability to operate in a contested littoral environment and enable the Joint Force. The Division continues to maintain a high degree of operational readiness and flexibility to ensure regional deterrence, contributing to our overall mission of maintaining peace and stability in the Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sawyer J. Abbott)

A Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System is maneuvered on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 16, 2026. The NMESIS is a ground-based offensive anti-ship missile system, used in sea denial and littoral protection to offer a highly mobile and rapidly deployable island defense solution. As the Marine Corps’ purpose-built Division focused on the littorals, 3rd Marine Division remains committed to enhancing its ability to operate in a contested littoral environment and enable the Joint Force. The Division continues to maintain a high degree of operational readiness and flexibility to ensure regional deterrence, contributing to our overall mission of maintaining peace and stability in the Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sawyer J. Abbott)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Sawyer Abbott

Marine Air Defense Integrated Systems arrive at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, June 10, 2026. The MADIS is the U.S. Marine Corps’ advanced mobile air defense system designed to detect, track, and neutralize drones and low-altitude aircraft using missiles, cannons, and electronic warfare. As the Marine Corps’ purpose-built Division focused on the littorals, 3rd Marine Division remains committed to enhancing its ability to operate in a contested littoral environment and enable the Joint Force. The Division continues to maintain a high degree of operational readiness and flexibility to ensure regional deterrence, contributing to our overall mission of maintaining peace and stability in the Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexander O. Devereux)

Marine Air Defense Integrated Systems arrive at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, June 10, 2026. The MADIS is the U.S. Marine Corps’ advanced mobile air defense system designed to detect, track, and neutralize drones and low-altitude aircraft using missiles, cannons, and electronic warfare. As the Marine Corps’ purpose-built Division focused on the littorals, 3rd Marine Division remains committed to enhancing its ability to operate in a contested littoral environment and enable the Joint Force. The Division continues to maintain a high degree of operational readiness and flexibility to ensure regional deterrence, contributing to our overall mission of maintaining peace and stability in the Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexander O. Devereux)

Photo by Cpl. Alexander Devereux

Senior enlisted leaders from across the Indo-Pacific pose for a group photo following the Command Senior Enlisted Leaders Program during the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year marked the 12th iteration of the symposium, hosting senior leaders from 25 participating nations committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jose Villasenor)

Senior enlisted leaders from across the Indo-Pacific pose for a group photo following the Command Senior Enlisted Leaders Program during the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year marked the 12th iteration of the symposium, hosting senior leaders from 25 participating nations committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jose Villasenor)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose Villasenor

Senior enlisted leaders from across the Indo-Pacific pose for a group photo following the Command Senior Enlisted Leaders Program during the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year marked the 12th iteration of the symposium, hosting senior leaders from 25 participating nations committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jose Villasenor)

Senior enlisted leaders from across the Indo-Pacific pose for a group photo following the Command Senior Enlisted Leaders Program during the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year marked the 12th iteration of the symposium, hosting senior leaders from 25 participating nations committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jose Villasenor)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose Villasenor

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, left, and the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, center, present a Medal of Honor flag to Mr. Thomas Ripley on behalf of his father, U.S. Marine Corps Col. John Ripley, during the Hall of Heroes Induction Ceremony at Arlington, Virginia, June 19, 2026. Maj. Capers and Col. Ripley received the nation’s highest military decoration for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam War. (U.S Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aiyana Bridges)

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, left, and the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, center, present a Medal of Honor flag to Mr. Thomas Ripley on behalf of his father, U.S. Marine Corps Col. John Ripley, during the Hall of Heroes Induction Ceremony at Arlington, Virginia, June 19, 2026. Maj. Capers and Col. Ripley received the nation’s highest military decoration for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam War. (U.S Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aiyana Bridges)

Photo by Lance. Cpl. Aiyana Bridges

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James F. Glynn, the commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, delivers final remarks during the closing ceremony of the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 18, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year was the 12th iteration of the symposium and hosted senior leaders from 25 participating nations who are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Blake Gonter)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James F. Glynn, the commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, delivers final remarks during the closing ceremony of the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 18, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year was the 12th iteration of the symposium and hosted senior leaders from 25 participating nations who are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Blake Gonter)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Blake Gonter

Mr. Thomas Ripley receives the Medal of Honor from the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump on behalf of his father, U.S. Marine Corps Col. John Ripley, at the White House, Washington, D.C., June 18, 2026. Col. Ripley was awarded the nation’s highest military decoration, posthumously, after being upgraded from a Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam War in 1972. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)

Mr. Thomas Ripley receives the Medal of Honor from the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump on behalf of his father, U.S. Marine Corps Col. John Ripley, at the White House, Washington, D.C., June 18, 2026. Col. Ripley was awarded the nation’s highest military decoration, posthumously, after being upgraded from a Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam War in 1972. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. James Capers receives the Medal of Honor from the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, during an award ceremony at the White House, Washington, D.C., June 18, 2026. Maj. Capers received the nation’s highest military decoration, after being upgraded from a Silver Star for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam War in 1967. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. James Capers receives the Medal of Honor from the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, during an award ceremony at the White House, Washington, D.C., June 18, 2026. Maj. Capers received the nation’s highest military decoration, after being upgraded from a Silver Star for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam War in 1967. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

On June 18, President Donald J. Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to Maj. James Capers Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), and posthumously to Col. John W. Ripley, U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), during a White House ceremony. On June 19, both Marines will be inducted into the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes, in recognition of their extraordinary heroism and distinguished service during the Vietnam War.

On June 18, President Donald J. Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to Maj. James Capers Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), and posthumously to Col. John W. Ripley, U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), during a White House ceremony. On June 19, both Marines will be inducted into the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes, in recognition of their extraordinary heroism and distinguished service during the Vietnam War.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Christian Wortman, left, the commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, and U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Roger Turner, center, the commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force, listen to Philippine Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Larry Batalla, 1st Marine Brigade commander, give remarks during a key leader engagement at the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year was the 12th iteration of the symposium and hosted senior leaders from 25 participating nations who are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mayte Ramirez Lopez)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Christian Wortman, left, the commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, and U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Roger Turner, center, the commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force, listen to Philippine Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Larry Batalla, 1st Marine Brigade commander, give remarks during a key leader engagement at the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year was the 12th iteration of the symposium and hosted senior leaders from 25 participating nations who are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mayte Ramirez Lopez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mayte Ramirez Lopez

Senior leaders from across the Indo-Pacific pose for a group photo during the opening ceremony of the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year was the 12th iteration of the symposium and hosted senior leaders from 25 participating nations who are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Moses S. Lopez Franco)

Senior leaders from across the Indo-Pacific pose for a group photo during the opening ceremony of the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii, June 16, 2026. Bringing together experts and leaders from across the Indo-Pacific, PALS fosters collaboration among allied and partner amphibious and maritime forces to share knowledge and recent operational insights. This year was the 12th iteration of the symposium and hosted senior leaders from 25 participating nations who are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Moses S. Lopez Franco)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Moses Lopez Franco

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Dakota Meyer, center, a student with Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems School, Advanced Infantry Training Battalion, School of Infantry – East, prepares a Neros Archer first-person view drone during the Attack Drone Operator course capstone event on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 4, 2026.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Dakota Meyer, center, a student with Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems School, Advanced Infantry Training Battalion, School of Infantry – East, prepares a Neros Archer first-person view drone during the Attack Drone Operator course capstone event on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 4, 2026.

Photo by Sgt. Alexander Lesko

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division swim during a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) water competency screening at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 12, 2026. The VBSS water competency screening serves as a prerequisite to VBSS, testing the Marines’ water survival proficiency, physical endurance, and confidence to operate in high-risk maritime environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jackson Ricker)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division swim during a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) water competency screening at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 12, 2026. The VBSS water competency screening serves as a prerequisite to VBSS, testing the Marines’ water survival proficiency, physical endurance, and confidence to operate in high-risk maritime environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jackson Ricker)

Photo by Sgt. Jackson Ricker

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Garvis, an assistant team leader with the Maritime Raid Force, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires an M110 semi-automatic sniper system aboard a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th MEU, during aerial sniper training in the South China Sea, June 12, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Trent A. Henry)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Garvis, an assistant team leader with the Maritime Raid Force, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires an M110 semi-automatic sniper system aboard a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th MEU, during aerial sniper training in the South China Sea, June 12, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Trent A. Henry)

Photo by Sgt. Trent A. Henry

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Air Station New River Shelter Team attend a cardiopulmonary resuscitation class instructed by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Roxana Q. Lacey, right, field medical technician, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 264, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, at the Marine Corps Medical Home New River at MCAS New River, North Carolina, June 8, 2026. The MCAS New River Medical Team provided CPR training to the MCAS New River Shelter Team to enhance the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Air Station New River Shelter Team attend a cardiopulmonary resuscitation class instructed by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Roxana Q. Lacey, right, field medical technician, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 264, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, at the Marine Corps Medical Home New River at MCAS New River, North Carolina, June 8, 2026. The MCAS New River Medical Team provided CPR training to the MCAS New River Shelter Team to enhance the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa DeCrane

Cots are staged inside the destructive weather shelter at the Wallace Creek Fitness Center as part of the Carolina Breeze Destructive Weather Exercise, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 10, 2026. MCB Camp Lejeune held the Carolina Breeze DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Daniela Chicas Torres)

Cots are staged inside the destructive weather shelter at the Wallace Creek Fitness Center as part of the Carolina Breeze Destructive Weather Exercise, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 10, 2026. MCB Camp Lejeune held the Carolina Breeze DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Daniela Chicas Torres)

Photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, set up cots inside the destructive weather shelter at the Wallace Creek Fitness Center as part of the Carolina Breeze Destructive Weather Exercise, at MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 10, 2026. MCB Camp Lejeune held the Carolina Breeze DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Daniela Chicas Torres)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, set up cots inside the destructive weather shelter at the Wallace Creek Fitness Center as part of the Carolina Breeze Destructive Weather Exercise, at MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 10, 2026. MCB Camp Lejeune held the Carolina Breeze DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Daniela Chicas Torres)

Photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Christian Reinhardt, admin clerk with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station New River and the MCAS New River Shelter Team, performs infant chest compressions during a cardiopulmonary resuscitation class at the Marine Corps Medical Home New River at MCAS New River, North Carolina, June 8, 2026. The MCAS New River Medical Team provided CPR training to the MCAS New River Shelter Team to enhance the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Christian Reinhardt, admin clerk with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station New River and the MCAS New River Shelter Team, performs infant chest compressions during a cardiopulmonary resuscitation class at the Marine Corps Medical Home New River at MCAS New River, North Carolina, June 8, 2026. The MCAS New River Medical Team provided CPR training to the MCAS New River Shelter Team to enhance the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa DeCrane

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing hovers above Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) while conducting low-light carrier qualifications during 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Type Commander's Amphibious Training (TCAT), off the coast of North Carolina, June 11, 2026. TCAT is a military exercise designed to enhance mobility and integration between the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy. The amphibious force is an integrated powerhouse providing sea, land, and air operations, giving geographic combatant commanders a more flexible, agile force for aggregated or dis-aggregated operations across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Williams)

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing hovers above Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) while conducting low-light carrier qualifications during 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Type Commander's Amphibious Training (TCAT), off the coast of North Carolina, June 11, 2026. TCAT is a military exercise designed to enhance mobility and integration between the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy. The amphibious force is an integrated powerhouse providing sea, land, and air operations, giving geographic combatant commanders a more flexible, agile force for aggregated or dis-aggregated operations across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Williams)

Photo by Cpl. Matthew Williams