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A U.S. Marine assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa provides security as two MV-22B Ospreys prepare to land during an alert force drill at Naval Station Rota, Spain, Oct. 20, 2016. The purpose of the drill was to rehearse and assess the SPMAGTF’s ability to integrate elements and respond to a time-sensitive crisis. SPMAGTF-CR-AF is designed to provide contingency support to U.S. Africa Command, including tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, embassy reinforcement, support to noncombatant evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. - A U.S. Marine assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa provides security as two MV-22B Ospreys prepare to land during an alert force drill at Naval Station Rota, Spain, Oct. 20, 2016. The purpose of the drill was to rehearse and assess the SPMAGTF’s ability to integrate elements and respond to a time-sensitive crisis. SPMAGTF-CR-AF is designed to provide contingency support to U.S. Africa Command, including tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, embassy reinforcement, support to noncombatant evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 2 Mathew Wright, a motor transportation maintenance officer with Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, conducts maintenance on an Invent3D printer during a 3-D printer integration exercise at site 50 training area, Wellton, Arizona, Oct. 18, 2016. Wright used the additive manufacturing equipment to make objects from 3-D model data throughout Weapons Tactics Instructors course 1-17. Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre host WTI which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics. - U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 2 Mathew Wright, a motor transportation maintenance officer with Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, conducts maintenance on an Invent3D printer during a 3-D printer integration exercise at site 50 training area, Wellton, Arizona, Oct. 18, 2016. Wright used the additive manufacturing equipment to make objects from 3-D model data throughout Weapons Tactics Instructors course 1-17. Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre host WTI which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

Petty Officer Third Class retired Michael Keenan greets Cpl. retired Jim Caines at the opening breakfast for Honor Flight Savannah aboard U.S. Army Garrison Hunter Army Airfield Fort Stewart, Savannah, GA, Oct. 14. Keenan served as a journalist in the Navy from 1966-1976 and Caines served as an infantryman in the Marine Corps from 1966-1968. Honor Flight Savannah brings together veterans from World War II, Vietnam and Korea for a trip to visit their war memorials at the National Mall in Washington D.C. - Petty Officer Third Class retired Michael Keenan greets Cpl. retired Jim Caines at the opening breakfast for Honor Flight Savannah aboard U.S. Army Garrison Hunter Army Airfield Fort Stewart, Savannah, GA, Oct. 14. Keenan served as a journalist in the Navy from 1966-1976 and Caines served as an infantryman in the Marine Corps from 1966-1968. Honor Flight Savannah brings together veterans from World War II, Vietnam and Korea for a trip to visit their war memorials at the National Mall in Washington D.C.

U.S. Marines and Airmen work together to properly secure the M-88A2 HERCULES and pallets in the C-17 Globemaster III at March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. Marines and Airmen checked all chains and pallets before flying to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif. - U.S. Marines and Airmen work together to properly secure the M-88A2 HERCULES and pallets in the C-17 Globemaster III at March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. Marines and Airmen checked all chains and pallets before flying to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif.

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Donald Shrewsbury, a KC-130J Hercules representative with Marine Aviation Training System Site Iwakuni, directs a Japan Air Self-Defense Force aviation cadet with the 12th Flight Training Wing from JASDF Hōfu-kita Air Base while flying a KC-130J simulator during a Japanese officer engagement program at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 19, 2016. The engagement program aims to enhance the understanding and working relationships between U.S. and Japanese pilots. - U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Donald Shrewsbury, a KC-130J Hercules representative with Marine Aviation Training System Site Iwakuni, directs a Japan Air Self-Defense Force aviation cadet with the 12th Flight Training Wing from JASDF Hōfu-kita Air Base while flying a KC-130J simulator during a Japanese officer engagement program at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 19, 2016. The engagement program aims to enhance the understanding and working relationships between U.S. and Japanese pilots.

Two Marines use chainsaws to cut their most recently felled tree into more manageable pieces, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 13, 2016. Marines with Bridge Company, 8th Engineer Support Battalion took part in a chainsaw licensing class where they received hands-on experience in proper cutting techniques and chainsaw safety. The class ensures that the unit always has Marines available who can help cut away various obstructions threatening mission accomplishment. - Two Marines use chainsaws to cut their most recently felled tree into more manageable pieces, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 13, 2016. Marines with Bridge Company, 8th Engineer Support Battalion took part in a chainsaw licensing class where they received hands-on experience in proper cutting techniques and chainsaw safety. The class ensures that the unit always has Marines available who can help cut away various obstructions threatening mission accomplishment.

Two Marine Corps installations were recognized for the excellence of their drug awareness and educations programs this week at the Community Drug Awareness Awards ceremony in the Pentagon’s Hall of Heroes Oct. 13. - Two Marine Corps installations were recognized for the excellence of their drug awareness and educations programs this week at the Community Drug Awareness Awards ceremony in the Pentagon’s Hall of Heroes Oct. 13.

U.S. Marine Brig. Gen. John M. Jansen speaks during the Philippine Amphibious Landing Exercise 33 closing ceremony at Marine Barracks Rudiardo Brown, Taguig City, Philippines, Oct. 11, 2016. PHIBLEX is an annual U.S.-Philippine military bilateral exercise that combines amphibious capabilities and live-fire training with humanitarian civic assistance efforts to strengthen interoperability and working relationships. Jansen is the commanding general of 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade. - U.S. Marine Brig. Gen. John M. Jansen speaks during the Philippine Amphibious Landing Exercise 33 closing ceremony at Marine Barracks Rudiardo Brown, Taguig City, Philippines, Oct. 11, 2016. PHIBLEX is an annual U.S.-Philippine military bilateral exercise that combines amphibious capabilities and live-fire training with humanitarian civic assistance efforts to strengthen interoperability and working relationships. Jansen is the commanding general of 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade.

U.S. Marines with Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, prepare to fire 81mm mortars at a live-fire range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 29, 2016. The supporting indirect-fire element will play an important role during coalition exercises with North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies around Eastern Europe. - U.S. Marines with Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, prepare to fire 81mm mortars at a live-fire range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 29, 2016. The supporting indirect-fire element will play an important role during coalition exercises with North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies around Eastern Europe.

Lt. Gen. Lawrence D. Nicolson (left), commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force, and Lt. Col. Jason Borovies (right), Inspector-Instructor of 1st Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, place a wreath at the Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial during 25th Marine Regiment’s 10-year reunion, Boston, Oct. 8, 2016. The wreath was laid to honor the 11 fallen service members who died during the units deployment to Fallujah, Iraq, in 2006. - Lt. Gen. Lawrence D. Nicolson (left), commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force, and Lt. Col. Jason Borovies (right), Inspector-Instructor of 1st Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, place a wreath at the Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial during 25th Marine Regiment’s 10-year reunion, Boston, Oct. 8, 2016. The wreath was laid to honor the 11 fallen service members who died during the units deployment to Fallujah, Iraq, in 2006.

Pfc. Lucas Smith asks Gen. Robert B. Neller a question during his visit to Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, October 13, 2016. Neller is visiting III Marine Expeditionary Force to reinforce the importance of every Marine and Sailor and their role in continuing the mission of the ‘Fight Tonight’ MEF. Whether responding to a crisis or natural disaster, III MEF continues to train to ensure its capabilities in keeping peace and security throughout the region. “I’m not looking to pick a fight with anybody, but you need to be ready to go,” said Neller. Neller, from East Lansing, Michigan, is the commandant of Marine Corps. Smith, from Cleveland, Ohio is a warehouse clerk at 3rd Supply Battalion, 3rd Supply Company, III Marine Logistics Group, III MEF. - Pfc. Lucas Smith asks Gen. Robert B. Neller a question during his visit to Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, October 13, 2016. Neller is visiting III Marine Expeditionary Force to reinforce the importance of every Marine and Sailor and their role in continuing the mission of the ‘Fight Tonight’ MEF. Whether responding to a crisis or natural disaster, III MEF continues to train to ensure its capabilities in keeping peace and security throughout the region. “I’m not looking to pick a fight with anybody, but you need to be ready to go,” said Neller. Neller, from East Lansing, Michigan, is the commandant of Marine Corps. Smith, from Cleveland, Ohio is a warehouse clerk at 3rd Supply Battalion, 3rd Supply Company, III Marine Logistics Group, III MEF.

U.S. military members load relief supplies onto a CH-53E super stallion helicopter during a disaster relief mission at Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Oct. 10, 2016. The 24th MEU is part of a larger U.S. response to the government of Haiti request for humanitarian assistance. The U.S. effort is coordinated by the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Melanye E. Martinez) - U.S. military members load relief supplies onto a CH-53E super stallion helicopter during a disaster relief mission at Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Oct. 10, 2016. The 24th MEU is part of a larger U.S. response to the government of Haiti request for humanitarian assistance. The U.S. effort is coordinated by the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Melanye E. Martinez)

Crash fire and rescue Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, based out of Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma, Arizona, douse a car fire on U.S. Interstate 8, Oct. 7, 2016. The Marines noticed a compact car bellowing smoke on the westbound side of the interstate near exit 36 while in route to provide crash fire and rescue support at an auxiliary landing exercise for C-130 aircraft at Stoval Airfield, located approximately 50 miles east of Yuma. - Crash fire and rescue Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, based out of Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma, Arizona, douse a car fire on U.S. Interstate 8, Oct. 7, 2016. The Marines noticed a compact car bellowing smoke on the westbound side of the interstate near exit 36 while in route to provide crash fire and rescue support at an auxiliary landing exercise for C-130 aircraft at Stoval Airfield, located approximately 50 miles east of Yuma.

The Marine Corps Systems Command’s Cyber Advisory Team completed its first emergency cyber acquisition as part of a new process designed to more quickly respond to the cyber warfighting needs of the force. The CAT quickly analyzes, distinguished, prioritizes and tracks cyber acquisition processes in order to provide more responsive and effective support to Marine Corps cyber forces. (U.S. Marine Corps illustration by Jennifer Sevier) - The Marine Corps Systems Command’s Cyber Advisory Team completed its first emergency cyber acquisition as part of a new process designed to more quickly respond to the cyber warfighting needs of the force. The CAT quickly analyzes, distinguished, prioritizes and tracks cyber acquisition processes in order to provide more responsive and effective support to Marine Corps cyber forces. (U.S. Marine Corps illustration by Jennifer Sevier)

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A UH-1Y Huey with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369 prepares to land after Marines with 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, finished a fast-rope drill at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 6, 2016. The fast-rope training was part of a larger event called a Marine Air-Ground Task Force integration exercise, which enabled air and ground units to come together and cooperate in various training missions prior to their deployment with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. - A UH-1Y Huey with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369 prepares to land after Marines with 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, finished a fast-rope drill at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 6, 2016. The fast-rope training was part of a larger event called a Marine Air-Ground Task Force integration exercise, which enabled air and ground units to come together and cooperate in various training missions prior to their deployment with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

Lance Cpl. Jeffrey McCarn connects cables to the front of a CH-53 helicopter at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training on Marine Corps Air Station New River, Oct. 3, 2016. CNATT trains Marines and Sailors in operational maintenance and repair of aeronautical equipment at the air station. McCarn is a student at CNATT. - Lance Cpl. Jeffrey McCarn connects cables to the front of a CH-53 helicopter at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training on Marine Corps Air Station New River, Oct. 3, 2016. CNATT trains Marines and Sailors in operational maintenance and repair of aeronautical equipment at the air station. McCarn is a student at CNATT.

U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force – Southern Command and soldiers from Joint Task Force-Bravo’s 1st Battalion, 228th Aviation Regiment arrive by CH-53E Super Stallion, CH-47 Chinook, and UH-60L Black Hawk helicopters at Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Oct. 6, 2016. These vertical take-off assets will prove critical in gaining access to areas that are otherwise unreachable due to Hurricane Matthew. The Marines and soldiers are a part of Joint Task Force Matthew, a U.S. Southern Command-directed team deployed to Port-au-Prince at the request of the Government of Haiti, on a mission to provide humanitarian and disaster relief assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. - U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force – Southern Command and soldiers from Joint Task Force-Bravo’s 1st Battalion, 228th Aviation Regiment arrive by CH-53E Super Stallion, CH-47 Chinook, and UH-60L Black Hawk helicopters at Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Oct. 6, 2016. These vertical take-off assets will prove critical in gaining access to areas that are otherwise unreachable due to Hurricane Matthew. The Marines and soldiers are a part of Joint Task Force Matthew, a U.S. Southern Command-directed team deployed to Port-au-Prince at the request of the Government of Haiti, on a mission to provide humanitarian and disaster relief assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew.

U.S. members of the Joint Humanitarian Assistance Survey Team board an MV-22 Osprey aircraft during Philippine Amphibious Landing Exercise 33, Oct. 2, 2016. PHIBLEX is a bilateral training exercise designed to improve the interoperability, readiness and professional relationships between the U.S. Marine Corps and partner nations. - U.S. members of the Joint Humanitarian Assistance Survey Team board an MV-22 Osprey aircraft during Philippine Amphibious Landing Exercise 33, Oct. 2, 2016. PHIBLEX is a bilateral training exercise designed to improve the interoperability, readiness and professional relationships between the U.S. Marine Corps and partner nations.

Marines with various Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalions conduct the first-ever Bushmaster Challenge at range SR-7 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 3, 2016. The competition consists of four light-armored vehicles, or LAV-25’s, shooting at targets with an M242 Bushmaster, which is a 25 mm chain-driven autocannon used extensively by the U.S. military, and the M240 coaxial machine gun. - Marines with various Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalions conduct the first-ever Bushmaster Challenge at range SR-7 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 3, 2016. The competition consists of four light-armored vehicles, or LAV-25’s, shooting at targets with an M242 Bushmaster, which is a 25 mm chain-driven autocannon used extensively by the U.S. military, and the M240 coaxial machine gun.

Marines from I Marine Expeditionary Force joined firefighters from the San Francisco area to learn about urban search and rescue techniques Oct. 5, 2016 at building 600 on Treasure Island. The service members learned how to cut through concrete and metal bars, reinforce structures, and move 3-5,000 pounds of concrete with wooden sticks. 161005-M-KA224-212 - Marines from I Marine Expeditionary Force joined firefighters from the San Francisco area to learn about urban search and rescue techniques Oct. 5, 2016 at building 600 on Treasure Island. The service members learned how to cut through concrete and metal bars, reinforce structures, and move 3-5,000 pounds of concrete with wooden sticks. 161005-M-KA224-212

A Marine with Marine Rotational Force – Darwin stands under the Southern Cross star constellation during Exercise Koolendong 16 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern Territory, Australia, Aug. 16, 2016. Koolendong is a trilateral exercise between the Australian Defence Force, U.S. Marine Corps and French Armed Forces New Caledonia. - A Marine with Marine Rotational Force – Darwin stands under the Southern Cross star constellation during Exercise Koolendong 16 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern Territory, Australia, Aug. 16, 2016. Koolendong is a trilateral exercise between the Australian Defence Force, U.S. Marine Corps and French Armed Forces New Caledonia.

A patriot guard rider from St. Louis, Mo., bows his head during a moment of silence honoring fallen heroes at the 7th Annual Gold Star Luncheon on Oct. 1, 2016. The patriot guard riders attend the funeral services of fallen heroes as guests to show respect. - A patriot guard rider from St. Louis, Mo., bows his head during a moment of silence honoring fallen heroes at the 7th Annual Gold Star Luncheon on Oct. 1, 2016. The patriot guard riders attend the funeral services of fallen heroes as guests to show respect.

Brent Azzarelli shows Micah Daily how to operate the Modular Advanced Armed Robotic System during the Modern Day Marine Military Exposition held aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Sept. 28, 2016. Micah drew a robot and wrote a note that said, “if you take me to the place ware you make all the Robots and stuff I will tell you how to build it," and sent it to Marine Corps Recruiting Command aboard MCB Quantico. Capt. David P. Foley read this letter and hand-delivered an invitation to Micah for the MDMME. Azzarelli is a contractor for Marine Corps Warfighting Lab. Foley is the adjutant officer for MCRC. - Brent Azzarelli shows Micah Daily how to operate the Modular Advanced Armed Robotic System during the Modern Day Marine Military Exposition held aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Sept. 28, 2016. Micah drew a robot and wrote a note that said, “if you take me to the place ware you make all the Robots and stuff I will tell you how to build it," and sent it to Marine Corps Recruiting Command aboard MCB Quantico. Capt. David P. Foley read this letter and hand-delivered an invitation to Micah for the MDMME. Azzarelli is a contractor for Marine Corps Warfighting Lab. Foley is the adjutant officer for MCRC.

Pfc. Alex Renschler, a rifleman with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, and an Evansville, Indiana native, provides security during a patrol part of Exercise Island Viper aboard Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Sept. 29, 2016. Exercise Island Viper is a 3-week-long battalion level training evolution workup that focuses on sharpening the infantry skills of the individual, team and squad. - Pfc. Alex Renschler, a rifleman with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, and an Evansville, Indiana native, provides security during a patrol part of Exercise Island Viper aboard Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Sept. 29, 2016. Exercise Island Viper is a 3-week-long battalion level training evolution workup that focuses on sharpening the infantry skills of the individual, team and squad.

Col. Reginald Hairston, Commanding Officer, Security and Emergency Services Battalion, was presented with the North San Diego County NAACP’s 2016 Military Advocacy Award during the organization’s annual Blue and Gold Freedom Fund Awards Gala, Oct. 1, 2016. - Col. Reginald Hairston, Commanding Officer, Security and Emergency Services Battalion, was presented with the North San Diego County NAACP’s 2016 Military Advocacy Award during the organization’s annual Blue and Gold Freedom Fund Awards Gala, Oct. 1, 2016.

Sgt. Gregory Stewart looks on as a fellow Marine learns proper underwater breathing techniques during a training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 26, 2016. The Modular Amphibious Egress Training, also known as the Helo Dunker, teaches Marines survival techniques to use if a helicopter lands in the water. Stewart is a crewman with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion. - Sgt. Gregory Stewart looks on as a fellow Marine learns proper underwater breathing techniques during a training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 26, 2016. The Modular Amphibious Egress Training, also known as the Helo Dunker, teaches Marines survival techniques to use if a helicopter lands in the water. Stewart is a crewman with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion.

An AH-1Z Super Cobra with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron flies over Range 220, the Combat Center’s largest military operations on urbanized terrain facility, Sept. 23, 2016, as part of Exercise Talon Reach. Officers awaiting training at Marine Corps Communication-Electronics School and Marine Corps Intelligence School also participated in the exercise, for the first time, to create a mutually beneficial learning environment. - An AH-1Z Super Cobra with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron flies over Range 220, the Combat Center’s largest military operations on urbanized terrain facility, Sept. 23, 2016, as part of Exercise Talon Reach. Officers awaiting training at Marine Corps Communication-Electronics School and Marine Corps Intelligence School also participated in the exercise, for the first time, to create a mutually beneficial learning environment.

Marines rehearse salvaging an aircraft during a field exercise at Marine Corps Outlying Field Camp Davis, N.C., Sept. 22, 2016. Support squadrons across the Marine Corps conduct these exercises to remain ready for any challenge they may face in forward deployed environments. This exercise featured training that included auxiliary airfield construction, ground security and airfield damage repair. The squadron's capabilities contribute to 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing's role in the Marine Air Ground Task Force's mission accomplishment. The Marines participating in the exercise are assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 274, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd MAW. - Marines rehearse salvaging an aircraft during a field exercise at Marine Corps Outlying Field Camp Davis, N.C., Sept. 22, 2016. Support squadrons across the Marine Corps conduct these exercises to remain ready for any challenge they may face in forward deployed environments. This exercise featured training that included auxiliary airfield construction, ground security and airfield damage repair. The squadron's capabilities contribute to 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing's role in the Marine Air Ground Task Force's mission accomplishment. The Marines participating in the exercise are assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 274, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd MAW.

A Marine provides security during a patrol as part of a training exercise at the Kahuku Training Facility, Hawaii, Sept. 20, 2016. The exercise is part of a 7-week-long training event known as the Advance Infantry Course. The Advance Infantry Course, which is conducted by the Advance Infantry Battalion, Detachment Hawaii, is an advanced 0311 rifleman Military Occupational Specialty course for squad leaders who are currently serving in the operating field. - A Marine provides security during a patrol as part of a training exercise at the Kahuku Training Facility, Hawaii, Sept. 20, 2016. The exercise is part of a 7-week-long training event known as the Advance Infantry Course. The Advance Infantry Course, which is conducted by the Advance Infantry Battalion, Detachment Hawaii, is an advanced 0311 rifleman Military Occupational Specialty course for squad leaders who are currently serving in the operating field.

A Marine with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion rides a Light Armored Vehicle Anti-Tank onto a range during a combined weapons range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 20-21, 2016. The LAV-AT uses Tube-launched, Optically tracked, Wire-guided missiles to fight tanks during battle. The training increased the Marines’ proficiency on various weapons platforms and improved their tactical mindset. Instead of focusing on one skill, this training combined multiple weapon systems and vehicles to show the Marines how to use each asset effectively and accomplish the mission. - A Marine with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion rides a Light Armored Vehicle Anti-Tank onto a range during a combined weapons range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 20-21, 2016. The LAV-AT uses Tube-launched, Optically tracked, Wire-guided missiles to fight tanks during battle. The training increased the Marines’ proficiency on various weapons platforms and improved their tactical mindset. Instead of focusing on one skill, this training combined multiple weapon systems and vehicles to show the Marines how to use each asset effectively and accomplish the mission.

Mongolian Armed Forces soldiers push through a simulated riot during Non-Lethal Executive Seminar 2016 at the Five Hills Training Area, Mongolia, Sept. 19, 2016. Mongolian soldiers and Mongolian National Police learned various riot control formations where they can implement non-lethal weapons tactics learned through the exercise. NOLES is a regularly scheduled field training exercise and leadership seminar hosted annually by various nations throughout Asia Pacific. - Mongolian Armed Forces soldiers push through a simulated riot during Non-Lethal Executive Seminar 2016 at the Five Hills Training Area, Mongolia, Sept. 19, 2016. Mongolian soldiers and Mongolian National Police learned various riot control formations where they can implement non-lethal weapons tactics learned through the exercise. NOLES is a regularly scheduled field training exercise and leadership seminar hosted annually by various nations throughout Asia Pacific.

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics. - U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Hunter Buley, Tropospheric Scatter Microwave Radio Terminal operator with Marine Wing Communications Squadron 18 adjusts the radio terminal’s trajectory allowing it to receive and transmit data during Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Sept. 18, 2016. The radio terminal provided uninterruptable communications between Guam and Tinian. VS16 is a biennial, U.S.-only, field training exercise that focuses on joint training with U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force to increase interoperability and working relationships. - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Hunter Buley, Tropospheric Scatter Microwave Radio Terminal operator with Marine Wing Communications Squadron 18 adjusts the radio terminal’s trajectory allowing it to receive and transmit data during Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Sept. 18, 2016. The radio terminal provided uninterruptable communications between Guam and Tinian. VS16 is a biennial, U.S.-only, field training exercise that focuses on joint training with U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force to increase interoperability and working relationships.

Retired Marine Col. Christopher Starling, now the vice president and chief development officer of the Marines’ Memorial Association, sights in with an M4A1 carbine during a range safety brief aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 19, 2016. During their visit, members interacted with Marines to gain an understanding of the advancements in training and equipment the Marine Corps has recently made. - Retired Marine Col. Christopher Starling, now the vice president and chief development officer of the Marines’ Memorial Association, sights in with an M4A1 carbine during a range safety brief aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 19, 2016. During their visit, members interacted with Marines to gain an understanding of the advancements in training and equipment the Marine Corps has recently made.

Capt. Nick Anthony, a U.S. Marine Corps recruiting management officer based in Seattle, assisted in the rescue of an elderly man while climbing in North Cascades National Park, Washington, Sept. 10, 2016. After encountering an exhausted 77-year-old Norman Petty on a hike with his wife Barbara, Anthony and fellow climbers led the couple visiting from Dunwoody, Georgia, to safety by carrying Norman Petty more than three miles using an impromptu support system. As the executive officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, Anthony is the second-in-command for recruiting operations spanning Washington, northern Idaho and Montana. Anthony, 32, is from Norman, Oklahoma. - Capt. Nick Anthony, a U.S. Marine Corps recruiting management officer based in Seattle, assisted in the rescue of an elderly man while climbing in North Cascades National Park, Washington, Sept. 10, 2016. After encountering an exhausted 77-year-old Norman Petty on a hike with his wife Barbara, Anthony and fellow climbers led the couple visiting from Dunwoody, Georgia, to safety by carrying Norman Petty more than three miles using an impromptu support system. As the executive officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, Anthony is the second-in-command for recruiting operations spanning Washington, northern Idaho and Montana. Anthony, 32, is from Norman, Oklahoma.

Instructors demonstrate how to set up a pulley system to retain equipment in the jungle Sept. 20 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center, Okinawa, Japan. The Jungle Warfare Training Center has provided terrain and climate-specific training to units serving across the Asia-Pacific region since 1958 and stretches over more than 17,000 acres. Training aboard the installation reinforces service members’ ability to carry out tactical operations in a jungle environment. - Instructors demonstrate how to set up a pulley system to retain equipment in the jungle Sept. 20 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center, Okinawa, Japan. The Jungle Warfare Training Center has provided terrain and climate-specific training to units serving across the Asia-Pacific region since 1958 and stretches over more than 17,000 acres. Training aboard the installation reinforces service members’ ability to carry out tactical operations in a jungle environment.

British Royal Marines discuss their scheme of maneuver during an assault on Range 205 as part of Exercise Black Alligator aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., Sept. 13, 2016. Black Alligator, an annual training exercise, consists of approximately 1,000 British Royal Marines and 170 Dutch Royal Army soldiers who train aboard the installation in excess of 45 days to conduct relevant live-fire combined arms training, urban operations, and joint and coalition-level integration alongside more than 300 U.S. Marines consisting of artillerymen, engineers and tankers. - British Royal Marines discuss their scheme of maneuver during an assault on Range 205 as part of Exercise Black Alligator aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., Sept. 13, 2016. Black Alligator, an annual training exercise, consists of approximately 1,000 British Royal Marines and 170 Dutch Royal Army soldiers who train aboard the installation in excess of 45 days to conduct relevant live-fire combined arms training, urban operations, and joint and coalition-level integration alongside more than 300 U.S. Marines consisting of artillerymen, engineers and tankers.

Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit make their way off USS Bataan for a liberty period Sept. 12, 2016 at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Virginia. Marines and sailors with the MEU recently cam aboard the ship for Amphibious Squadron 8 MEU integrated Training. PMINT allows the MEU to refine standard operating procedures for shipboard drills, safely conduct ship to shore execution of MEU missions and master the basics of shipboard life. - Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit make their way off USS Bataan for a liberty period Sept. 12, 2016 at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Virginia. Marines and sailors with the MEU recently cam aboard the ship for Amphibious Squadron 8 MEU integrated Training. PMINT allows the MEU to refine standard operating procedures for shipboard drills, safely conduct ship to shore execution of MEU missions and master the basics of shipboard life.

A U.S. Marine with the Marine Corps Shooting Team fires at a target while in the prone position Sept. 14, 2016, at Altcar Training Camp, Merseyside, England. The Marines are competing in the Royal Marines Operational Shooting Competition, from September 6-22, 2016. The U.S. Marines are competing against the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps and the Royal Marines. The U.S. Marine is with Weapons Training Battalion, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. - A U.S. Marine with the Marine Corps Shooting Team fires at a target while in the prone position Sept. 14, 2016, at Altcar Training Camp, Merseyside, England. The Marines are competing in the Royal Marines Operational Shooting Competition, from September 6-22, 2016. The U.S. Marines are competing against the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps and the Royal Marines. The U.S. Marine is with Weapons Training Battalion, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia.

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, help one another complete an obstacle during the Frontline Leaders Course at Robertson Barracks, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept. 9, 2016. The course is intended to be an addition to the Marine Corps Lance Corporal’s Seminar, Corporal's Course, and Sergeant's Course. The course instills knowledge and leadership skills to positively impact those under their charge and the future of the Marine Corps. 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, created the course and this will be the first time the course has been officially conducted. - U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, help one another complete an obstacle during the Frontline Leaders Course at Robertson Barracks, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept. 9, 2016. The course is intended to be an addition to the Marine Corps Lance Corporal’s Seminar, Corporal's Course, and Sergeant's Course. The course instills knowledge and leadership skills to positively impact those under their charge and the future of the Marine Corps. 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, created the course and this will be the first time the course has been officially conducted.

Powerliners assigned to Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 perform maintenance on an F/A-18D Hornet after a flight mission during Exercise Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Sept. 18, 2016. Powerliners, airframes mechanics, communication navigation, and ordnance technicians, work around the clock to ensure flight schedules are met for aviation operations during the exercise. During this U.S.-only, biennial field training exercise, F/A-18D Hornets flew in a plethora of missions that emphasize joint integration, interoperability and expeditionary readiness. - Powerliners assigned to Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 perform maintenance on an F/A-18D Hornet after a flight mission during Exercise Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Sept. 18, 2016. Powerliners, airframes mechanics, communication navigation, and ordnance technicians, work around the clock to ensure flight schedules are met for aviation operations during the exercise. During this U.S.-only, biennial field training exercise, F/A-18D Hornets flew in a plethora of missions that emphasize joint integration, interoperability and expeditionary readiness.

U.S. Aviation Ordnance Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron12 prepare ordnance for aviation squadrons participating in Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, September 12, 2016. The ordnance constructed, provided the Marines of MALS-12 valuable experience assembling live ordnance to be used during VS16 for a sinking exercise. VS16 is a biennial U.S. only, field training exercise that focuses on joint training with U.S. Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps to increase interoperability and working relationships. - U.S. Aviation Ordnance Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron12 prepare ordnance for aviation squadrons participating in Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, September 12, 2016. The ordnance constructed, provided the Marines of MALS-12 valuable experience assembling live ordnance to be used during VS16 for a sinking exercise. VS16 is a biennial U.S. only, field training exercise that focuses on joint training with U.S. Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps to increase interoperability and working relationships.

Staff Sgt Craig W. Harriman, left, speaks to Cpl. Andrea N. Villacis about her career progression aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 12, 2016. Harriman was awarded Career Planner of the Year for fiscal year 2016 and has been recently selected to instruct at the Basic Career Planners Course at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif. He attributes his success to the leadership and mentoring he received during his years in the Corps. Harriman is the staff noncommissioned officer in charge of career planners assigned to Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. Villacis is an administrative clerk with the unit. - Staff Sgt Craig W. Harriman, left, speaks to Cpl. Andrea N. Villacis about her career progression aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 12, 2016. Harriman was awarded Career Planner of the Year for fiscal year 2016 and has been recently selected to instruct at the Basic Career Planners Course at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif. He attributes his success to the leadership and mentoring he received during his years in the Corps. Harriman is the staff noncommissioned officer in charge of career planners assigned to Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. Villacis is an administrative clerk with the unit.

U.S. Army Cpl. Gregory McLellan and U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Clinton Smith, Joint Corporals Leadership Development Course students, plot grid points during the land navigation portion of Camp Lemonnier's Joint Corporal’s Leadership Development Course at Arta, Djibouti, March 3, 2016. During the evaluation ‎Soldiers, ‎Sailors, ‎Airmen, and ‎Marines had to find eight different points and navigate to those points in a timed event. - U.S. Army Cpl. Gregory McLellan and U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Clinton Smith, Joint Corporals Leadership Development Course students, plot grid points during the land navigation portion of Camp Lemonnier's Joint Corporal’s Leadership Development Course at Arta, Djibouti, March 3, 2016. During the evaluation ‎Soldiers, ‎Sailors, ‎Airmen, and ‎Marines had to find eight different points and navigate to those points in a timed event.

Cpl. Joshua Hodel, Stone Bay target shed noncommissioned officer in charge, fires a Benelli M4 shotgun at a target during a 3-gun shooting competition coordinated by the Combat Marksmanship Trainer Course at Stone Bay on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 1, 2016. The competition enabled CMT students to become familiar with how to set up and run a range and range personnel were also able to hone their marksmanship skills. - Cpl. Joshua Hodel, Stone Bay target shed noncommissioned officer in charge, fires a Benelli M4 shotgun at a target during a 3-gun shooting competition coordinated by the Combat Marksmanship Trainer Course at Stone Bay on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 1, 2016. The competition enabled CMT students to become familiar with how to set up and run a range and range personnel were also able to hone their marksmanship skills.

U.S. Navy sailors of Patrol Squadron 46 load a P-3 Orion aircraft with AGM-65F MAVERICKS Air to Surface Missiles prior to a sinking exercise Sept. 13, 2016, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, during Valiant Shield 2016. SINKEX provided service members the opportunity to gain proficiency in tactics, targeting, and live firing against a surface target at sea. Valiant Shield is a biennial, U.S. -only field-training exercise with a focus on integration of joint training among U.S. forces. - U.S. Navy sailors of Patrol Squadron 46 load a P-3 Orion aircraft with AGM-65F MAVERICKS Air to Surface Missiles prior to a sinking exercise Sept. 13, 2016, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, during Valiant Shield 2016. SINKEX provided service members the opportunity to gain proficiency in tactics, targeting, and live firing against a surface target at sea. Valiant Shield is a biennial, U.S. -only field-training exercise with a focus on integration of joint training among U.S. forces.

U.S. Marines, sailors and civilians joined together for a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 9, 2016. The stair climb honored the fallen firefighters who responded to the attacks on the World Trade Centers on Sept. 11, 2001. - U.S. Marines, sailors and civilians joined together for a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 9, 2016. The stair climb honored the fallen firefighters who responded to the attacks on the World Trade Centers on Sept. 11, 2001.

Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force – Nashville salute during a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony in Nashville, Tenn., Sept. 11, 2016. Marine Week Nashville is a chance to reconnect with our Marines, sailors, veterans and their families from different generations. - Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force – Nashville salute during a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony in Nashville, Tenn., Sept. 11, 2016. Marine Week Nashville is a chance to reconnect with our Marines, sailors, veterans and their families from different generations.

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Maxwell Martin arrives to a new location at Daly River region, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept. 4, 2016. The purpose of Exercise Kowari is to enhance the United States, Australia, and China’s friendship and trust, through trilateral cooperation in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. - U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Maxwell Martin arrives to a new location at Daly River region, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept. 4, 2016. The purpose of Exercise Kowari is to enhance the United States, Australia, and China’s friendship and trust, through trilateral cooperation in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.