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U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron (MACS) 4 connect a power cable to an AN/MRQ-13 communications system during the Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2023. The ATR program allows U.S. aviation units in the Indo-Pacific, such as MACS-4 and Marine Aircraft Group 12, to train away from their home station to reduce local noise impacts while increasing operational readiness and interoperability. During this year’s ATR program at Nyutabaru Air Base, MAG-12 forces trained alongside the Japan Air Self-Defense Force’s 305th Tactical Fighter Squadron to build upon each other’s tactics and reinforce their combined operational readiness through safe and realistic training. - U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron (MACS) 4 connect a power cable to an AN/MRQ-13 communications system during the Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2023. The ATR program allows U.S. aviation units in the Indo-Pacific, such as MACS-4 and Marine Aircraft Group 12, to train away from their home station to reduce local noise impacts while increasing operational readiness and interoperability. During this year’s ATR program at Nyutabaru Air Base, MAG-12 forces trained alongside the Japan Air Self-Defense Force’s 305th Tactical Fighter Squadron to build upon each other’s tactics and reinforce their combined operational readiness through safe and realistic training.

MCTSSA conducts systems operability testing aboard USS Wasp - Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity engineers and technical experts tested various command and control systems in the afloat environment aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) Jan. 11, while in port at Commander Fleet Activities Sasebo. (From left to right: Capt. Caleb Wu, MCTSSA naval systems integration officer; Patrick Truxillo, George Scott, Joe St. Onge, Carl Bell). (Photo courtesy of U.S. Marine Corps) (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Benjamin F. Davella III)

A U.S. Marine participates in an online classroom at Camp Devil Dog, North Carolina, May 5. - A U.S. Marine participates in an online classroom at Camp Devil Dog, North Carolina, May 5.

U.S. Marines and soldiers from the Republic of Georgia conduct a squad-patrol and Close Air Support familiarity exercise as part of the Georgia Deployment Program- ISAF at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, Germany, Feb. 10, 2014. What was formerly known as GDPI has now transitioned to Resolute Support Mission, in which Georgian soldiers and Marines focus on training, advising and assisting Afghan Security forces in ensuring stability and security in the region. - U.S. Marines and soldiers from the Republic of Georgia conduct a squad-patrol and Close Air Support familiarity exercise as part of the Georgia Deployment Program- ISAF at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, Germany, Feb. 10, 2014. What was formerly known as GDPI has now transitioned to Resolute Support Mission, in which Georgian soldiers and Marines focus on training, advising and assisting Afghan Security forces in ensuring stability and security in the region.

A Light Armored Vehicle-25 is used to secure a position during a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 31. - A Light Armored Vehicle-25 is used to secure a position during a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 31.

A U.S. Marine reviews and provides feedback on a new Marine Corps website aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 15. - A U.S. Marine reviews and provides feedback on a new Marine Corps website aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 15.

A U.S. Marine reviews and provides feedback on a new Marine Corps website aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 15. - A U.S. Marine reviews and provides feedback on a new Marine Corps website aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 15.

MCSC teams with Marines to build world’s first continuous 3D-printed concrete barracks - Marines from I Marine Expeditionary Force monitor the computer while the world's largest concrete 3D printer constructs a 500-square-foot barracks hut at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center in Champaign, Illinois. Marine Corps Systems Command conducted the field user evaluation in mid-August to inform future requirements for cutting-edge technology and autonomous systems. (Courtesy photo)

II MEF Marines receive training on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 12-14, 2021. - II MEF Marines receive training on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 12-14, 2021.

Lance Cpl. Nathan M. Sorenson, a data systems administrator with Command Element, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and a native of Ubly, Michigan, tests the connectivity of the Networking On-the-Move Airborne communications system during flight operations from the amphibious assault ship, USS America (LHA 6), Sept. 22, 2020. The NOTM-A provides the mission commander the ability to command and control forces on the ground while flying above the battlefield. America, flagship of Expeditionary Strike Group 7, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. - Lance Cpl. Nathan M. Sorenson, a data systems administrator with Command Element, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and a native of Ubly, Michigan, tests the connectivity of the Networking On-the-Move Airborne communications system during flight operations from the amphibious assault ship, USS America (LHA 6), Sept. 22, 2020. The NOTM-A provides the mission commander the ability to command and control forces on the ground while flying above the battlefield. America, flagship of Expeditionary Strike Group 7, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

MCSC Marines carry double amputee during Recon Challenge - U.S. Marines with 3rd platoon, commonly known as “LOWLIFE,” Force Reconnaissance Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), pose for a photo in Helmand province, Afghanistan, in June of 2010. Nine years later, team “LOWLIFE” participated in the annual Recon Challenge, on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, May 16, 2019. The Recon Challenge is a 30-mile obstacle course held to honor fallen Reconnaissance Marines. The team carried Jonathon Blank, who was medically retired after both of his legs were severed after stepping on an improvised explosive device, during a dismounted patrol in Helmand province, Afghanistan, on Oct. 26, 2010. (Courtesy photo by Jonathon Blank.)

The Marine Corps is improving its enterprise network to meet the commandant’s vision, address cybersecurity threats and prepare for the future fight. - The Marine Corps is improving its enterprise network to meet the commandant’s vision, address cybersecurity threats and prepare for the future fight.

The division head for Marine Corps Systems Command’s Manpower and Services and an assistant program manager for the Program Manager for Training Systems, impart information about Human Resources to passersby in Orlando, Fla., Dec. 6. - The division head for Marine Corps Systems Command’s Manpower and Services and an assistant program manager for the Program Manager for Training Systems, impart information about Human Resources to passersby in Orlando, Fla., Dec. 6.

A U.S. Marine receives over-the-shoulder Networking On-the-Move training from Dylan Cummiford aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 12. - A U.S. Marine receives over-the-shoulder Networking On-the-Move training from Dylan Cummiford aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 12.

MCSC fields upgraded tablet-based technology - U.S. Marines with Marine Rotational Force-Europe 18.1 relay information through the Marine Air Ground Task Force Common Handheld during a platoon-supported attack range at Giskas, Norway, Aug. 7, 2018. In December 2019, Marine Corps Systems Command fielded the upgraded version of MCH that increases interoperability and reduces bandwidth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Gloria Lepko/Released)

MCSC fielding new cold weather boot in 2021 - Capt. Caleb Haney, a project officer with the Program Manager for Infantry Combat Equipment at Marine Corps Systems Command, assembles the Marine Corps Intense Cold Weather Boot Nov. 13 aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. Scheduled to field in fiscal year 2021, the ICWB is full-grain, leather boot designed for use in temperatures as cold as -20 degrees Fahrenheit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Matt Gonzales)

MCSC employs virtual training during COVID-19 - U.S. Marine socially distances and wears a mask while attending the in-classroom portion of his Apprentice Electronic Signals Intelligence Analyst course aboard Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, April 20.

A Marine with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, fires on virtual targets with a Mk 19 automatic grenade launcher during training at the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 5, 2015. The ISMT allows training with a variety of simulated weapons including Mk 19s, M2 50-caliber machine guns, M240 medium machine guns and M16 service rifles. - A Marine with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, fires on virtual targets with a Mk 19 automatic grenade launcher during training at the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 5, 2015. The ISMT allows training with a variety of simulated weapons including Mk 19s, M2 50-caliber machine guns, M240 medium machine guns and M16 service rifles.

Staff Sgt. Seth Barnes, an explosive ordnance disposal technician from Littoral Explosive Ordnance Neutralization Platoon, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, releases the Remotely Operated Vehicle into the water during a demonstration in San Diego, Calif., Oct. 6, 2021. The ROV asset aids the Marine Corps in naval force integration by giving Marines the capabilities to work alongside Navy EOD. - Staff Sgt. Seth Barnes, an explosive ordnance disposal technician from Littoral Explosive Ordnance Neutralization Platoon, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, releases the Remotely Operated Vehicle into the water during a demonstration in San Diego, Calif., Oct. 6, 2021. The ROV asset aids the Marine Corps in naval force integration by giving Marines the capabilities to work alongside Navy EOD.

U.S. Marines with Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, Battle Color Detachment, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., march in formation during the centennial celebration at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, March 5, 2022. MCRD San Diego celebrated the 100th anniversary of its commissioning by highlighting the Depot’s history and legacy with the assistance of the Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment. The Battle Color Detachment is comprised of three ceremonial units from Marine Barracks Washington, D.C.; the U.S. Drum and Bugle Corps, the Silent Drill Platoon, and the Marine Corps Color Guard. - U.S. Marines with Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, Battle Color Detachment, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., march in formation during the centennial celebration at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, March 5, 2022. MCRD San Diego celebrated the 100th anniversary of its commissioning by highlighting the Depot’s history and legacy with the assistance of the Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment. The Battle Color Detachment is comprised of three ceremonial units from Marine Barracks Washington, D.C.; the U.S. Drum and Bugle Corps, the Silent Drill Platoon, and the Marine Corps Color Guard.

A drill instructor figurine, part of a much larger statue, holds a steady salute on its day of unveiling at the National Marine Corps Museum in Triangle, Virginia, Dec. 13, 2017. At Their Core, one of three statutes that were unveiled, was crafted by Kris Kuksi for Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s Battles Won brand idea, but also to represent the irreducible fighting spirit of Marines. Kuksi is an artist contracted to work with MCRC's contracted advertisement agency, J. Walter Thompson. - A drill instructor figurine, part of a much larger statue, holds a steady salute on its day of unveiling at the National Marine Corps Museum in Triangle, Virginia, Dec. 13, 2017. At Their Core, one of three statutes that were unveiled, was crafted by Kris Kuksi for Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s Battles Won brand idea, but also to represent the irreducible fighting spirit of Marines. Kuksi is an artist contracted to work with MCRC's contracted advertisement agency, J. Walter Thompson.

Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. David H. Berger, and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, address Marine Corps Recruiting Command leaders at the command’s National Operations and Training Symposium held in San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 20. In addition to discussing the current state of the Corps and the Commandant’s vision for Force Design 2030, Gen. Berger and Sgt. Maj. Black assisted MCRC leadership with presenting Superior Achiever Awards to top performing Recruiting Station Commanders. Superior Achiever awards are presented annually to recognize outstanding leadership, which directly impact recruiting mission success. - Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. David H. Berger, and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, address Marine Corps Recruiting Command leaders at the command’s National Operations and Training Symposium held in San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 20. In addition to discussing the current state of the Corps and the Commandant’s vision for Force Design 2030, Gen. Berger and Sgt. Maj. Black assisted MCRC leadership with presenting Superior Achiever Awards to top performing Recruiting Station Commanders. Superior Achiever awards are presented annually to recognize outstanding leadership, which directly impact recruiting mission success.

Private First Class Hernandez holds up her Eagle, Globe, and Anchor with pride on Parris Island S.C. Aug. 6, 2021. The EGA is the official emblem and insignia of the United States Marine Corps. - Private First Class Hernandez holds up her Eagle, Globe, and Anchor with pride on Parris Island S.C. Aug. 6, 2021. The EGA is the official emblem and insignia of the United States Marine Corps.

Staff Sgt. Rafael Garcialopez, center, passes Marine Corps Martial Arts Program fundamentals and knowledge to his squad Nov. 21, at Kin Blue, Okinawa, during the culminating event for Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor course class 1-15. MCMAP focuses on real-life hand-to-hand combat survival techniques that also include leadership tie-ins that help build confidence and leadership in the Marines. The course was run by Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installation Pacific-Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Japan. Garcialopez is martial arts instructor-trainer and chief instructor for the course. (Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Joey S. Holeman, Jr./ Released) - Staff Sgt. Rafael Garcialopez, center, passes Marine Corps Martial Arts Program fundamentals and knowledge to his squad Nov. 21, at Kin Blue, Okinawa, during the culminating event for Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor course class 1-15. MCMAP focuses on real-life hand-to-hand combat survival techniques that also include leadership tie-ins that help build confidence and leadership in the Marines. The course was run by Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installation Pacific-Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Japan. Garcialopez is martial arts instructor-trainer and chief instructor for the course. (Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Joey S. Holeman, Jr./ Released)

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A firefighter works as flames from the Creek Fire push toward homes in the Cascadel Woods area of Madera County. - A firefighter works as flames from the Creek Fire push toward homes in the Cascadel Woods area of Madera County.

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Charles Phelps, Shane Hillhouse and David Lin were awarded the Meritorious Civilian Service medal by Colonel Michael Fitzgerald during the Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Albany Net Zero Ceremony, May 24, 2022, on behalf of the Secretary of the Navy. These awards acknowledge the professional achievements while serving in direct support of the MCLB Albany Energy Program. These individuals were critical to the successful execution of over a decade worth of energy projects and initiatives. From concept and design through commissioning, they served in key roles on the three energy savings performance contracts, the electrical grid modernization, the 31-megawatt solar photovoltaic farm, the installation of the two landfill gas generators and the facility-related control system. These efforts were critical to MCLB Albany’s proud accomplishment of being the first installation in the Department of Defense to be Net Zero, ensuring energy security and resiliency within the Marine Corps. - Charles Phelps, Shane Hillhouse and David Lin were awarded the Meritorious Civilian Service medal by Colonel Michael Fitzgerald during the Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Albany Net Zero Ceremony, May 24, 2022, on behalf of the Secretary of the Navy. These awards acknowledge the professional achievements while serving in direct support of the MCLB Albany Energy Program. These individuals were critical to the successful execution of over a decade worth of energy projects and initiatives. From concept and design through commissioning, they served in key roles on the three energy savings performance contracts, the electrical grid modernization, the 31-megawatt solar photovoltaic farm, the installation of the two landfill gas generators and the facility-related control system. These efforts were critical to MCLB Albany’s proud accomplishment of being the first installation in the Department of Defense to be Net Zero, ensuring energy security and resiliency within the Marine Corps.

Paul Siverson, retired sergeant major and chairman of the board of directors for the Non-Commissioned Officers Association of America, speaks at the 2016 Mack McKinney Awards Ceremony on Feb. 5 at Sywanyk’s Scarlet and Gold Traditions in Jacksonville, N.C. Since 1993, the Mack McKinney award, is given to two military members a year who have gone above and beyond serving the local community and their fellow service members whether active duty or retired. - Paul Siverson, retired sergeant major and chairman of the board of directors for the Non-Commissioned Officers Association of America, speaks at the 2016 Mack McKinney Awards Ceremony on Feb. 5 at Sywanyk’s Scarlet and Gold Traditions in Jacksonville, N.C. Since 1993, the Mack McKinney award, is given to two military members a year who have gone above and beyond serving the local community and their fellow service members whether active duty or retired.

The Camp Pendleton Fire Department, the San Diego County Environmental Health Department and the U.S. Army’s 9th Civil Support Team conducted a hazardous materials exercise at the Paige Fieldhouse here, June 15. The exercise was conducted in conjunction with Semper Durus, a full-scale base Force Protection exercise from June 15 – 19. Semper Durus is a regional command post exercise and is comprised of a series of field training scenarios designed to improve regional command and control, enhance interagency coordination, and improve installation capabilities to respond to, and recover from, a crisis event and validate the installation mission assurance all-hazard plan. - The Camp Pendleton Fire Department, the San Diego County Environmental Health Department and the U.S. Army’s 9th Civil Support Team conducted a hazardous materials exercise at the Paige Fieldhouse here, June 15. The exercise was conducted in conjunction with Semper Durus, a full-scale base Force Protection exercise from June 15 – 19. Semper Durus is a regional command post exercise and is comprised of a series of field training scenarios designed to improve regional command and control, enhance interagency coordination, and improve installation capabilities to respond to, and recover from, a crisis event and validate the installation mission assurance all-hazard plan.

Marine Corps Installations Pacific-Marine Corps Base Camp Butler has issued MCIPAC-MCB Camp Butler Order 3000.1 to ensure the safety and security of military personnel and facilities amidst the increasing popularity of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. - Marine Corps Installations Pacific-Marine Corps Base Camp Butler has issued MCIPAC-MCB Camp Butler Order 3000.1 to ensure the safety and security of military personnel and facilities amidst the increasing popularity of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Your personal UAS must be registered with the Installation Provost Marshal Office. The UAS’ serial number and various features will be recorded and you will sign an acknowledgement stating you understand UAS operations are prohibited aboard MCIPAC installations.

An MV-22 Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, begins to takeoff April 17, 2016 from Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Japan. United States Forces, Japan is providing operational airlift support in coordination with the Government of Japan’s efforts to provide relief following the devastating earthquake near Kumamoto. - An MV-22 Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, begins to takeoff April 17, 2016 from Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Japan. United States Forces, Japan is providing operational airlift support in coordination with the Government of Japan’s efforts to provide relief following the devastating earthquake near Kumamoto.

Sgt. David McCarty explains the different training during a K-9 demonstration for the Okinawa Prefectural Police. - KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA, Japan – Sgt. David McCarty explains the different training during a K-9 demonstration for the Okinawa Prefectural Police at the Kadena Passenger Terminal on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. This was the first K-9 demonstration Marine Corps Installations Pacific K-9 held for OPP’s K-9. OPP’s K-9 unit is currently trained in tracking; however, in 2017 and 2018, they are looking to introduce narcotics and aggression capabilities. McCarty is a military police officer and a dog handler with Provost Marshall’s Office, Headquarters and Support Battalion, MCIPAC- Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Japan. (U.S Marine photo by Lance Corporal Tayler P. Schwamb)

U.S. Marines Corps Lance Cpl. Jonathan Paschal, a driver within the Joint Reception Center (JRC) welcomes the new Marines to the island of Okinawa on Kadena Air Base, July 9, 2020. The JRC staff drive to Kadena Air Base to transport the Marines and greenside sailors to the barracks to execute a 14-day restriction of movement (ROM), followed by a week of welcome aboard classes to orient them to the new island. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Karis Mattingly) - U.S. Marines Corps Lance Cpl. Jonathan Paschal, a driver within the Joint Reception Center (JRC) welcomes the new Marines to the island of Okinawa on Kadena Air Base, July 9, 2020. The JRC staff drive to Kadena Air Base to transport the Marines and greenside sailors to the barracks to execute a 14-day restriction of movement (ROM), followed by a week of welcome aboard classes to orient them to the new island. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Karis Mattingly)

A firefighter with Marine Corps Installations Pacific Fire and Emergency Services expels excess water from a hose after bilateral live-fire training on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, March 25, 2022. MCIPAC F&ES and the Naha City Fire Department assembled and conducted live-fire training to compare the different firefighting techniques and methods each department uses to accomplish the same mission. - A firefighter with Marine Corps Installations Pacific Fire and Emergency Services expels excess water from a hose after bilateral live-fire training on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, March 25, 2022. MCIPAC F&ES and the Naha City Fire Department assembled and conducted live-fire training to compare the different firefighting techniques and methods each department uses to accomplish the same mission.

Firefighters with Marine Corps Installations Pacific Fire and Emergency Services participate in embankment rope training on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 28, 2022. The firefighters utilized roping techniques to rescue and provide care to a simulated victim located at the bottom of a steep embankment. MCIPAC F&ES is a regional fire department that operates eight fire stations across Japan and provides services to installations including fire suppression, technical rescue, hazardous material disposal, emergency medical care, fire protection and prevention. - Firefighters with Marine Corps Installations Pacific Fire and Emergency Services participate in embankment rope training on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 28, 2022. The firefighters utilized roping techniques to rescue and provide care to a simulated victim located at the bottom of a steep embankment. MCIPAC F&ES is a regional fire department that operates eight fire stations across Japan and provides services to installations including fire suppression, technical rescue, hazardous material disposal, emergency medical care, fire protection and prevention.

During a Marine Corps Intelligence Activity exercise May 5, the Multi-Utility Tactical Transport, or MUTT, is put through its paces at the Town of Quantico’s Riverside Park and in the Potomac River, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. The unmanned vehicle can carry up to 600 pounds; roll over boulders, sand and debris; and even swim. - During a Marine Corps Intelligence Activity exercise May 5, the Multi-Utility Tactical Transport, or MUTT, is put through its paces at the Town of Quantico’s Riverside Park and in the Potomac River, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. The unmanned vehicle can carry up to 600 pounds; roll over boulders, sand and debris; and even swim.

Brig. Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, left, and Bill A. Miller cut a cake during the Diplomatic Security Service Centennial ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle, Virginia, June 29, 2016. The ceremony also celebrated the 70th Anniversary of the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group, which has been working alongside the DSS since 1946. Miller is the director of DSS and Mahoney is the director of Strategy and Plans Division, Plans, Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps. - Brig. Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, left, and Bill A. Miller cut a cake during the Diplomatic Security Service Centennial ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle, Virginia, June 29, 2016. The ceremony also celebrated the 70th Anniversary of the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group, which has been working alongside the DSS since 1946. Miller is the director of DSS and Mahoney is the director of Strategy and Plans Division, Plans, Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps.

III Marine Expeditionary Force Band performs during the “Holiday Extravaganza” parade on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 12. - III Marine Expeditionary Force Band performs during the “Holiday Extravaganza” parade on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 12.

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A vehicle stands by ready to assist with destructive weather at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 12, 2018. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isaiah Gomez) - A vehicle stands by ready to assist with destructive weather at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 12, 2018. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isaiah Gomez)

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Michael Graf, squad leader, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, participates in a live fire event as part of the 4th MARDIV Rifle Squad Competition on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. , Jan. 30, 2023. The three-day event tested the Marines across a variety of infantry skills to determine the most combat effective rifle squad within the 4th MARDIV. MCB Camp Lejeune training facilities allow warfighters to be ready today and prepare for tomorrow’s fight. - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Michael Graf, squad leader, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, participates in a live fire event as part of the 4th MARDIV Rifle Squad Competition on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. , Jan. 30, 2023. The three-day event tested the Marines across a variety of infantry skills to determine the most combat effective rifle squad within the 4th MARDIV. MCB Camp Lejeune training facilities allow warfighters to be ready today and prepare for tomorrow’s fight.

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Alex R. Diaz, retail operations chief for Marine Corps Community Services, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations East, Camp Lejeune, staples on a new target point during the 2016 intramural rifle and pistol competition on Stone Bay Rifle Range, Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 8. - U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Alex R. Diaz, retail operations chief for Marine Corps Community Services, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations East, Camp Lejeune, staples on a new target point during the 2016 intramural rifle and pistol competition on Stone Bay Rifle Range, Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 8.

Dr. James McConnell, left, and Dr. Rachel Jolley from the University of Guam’s Guam Plant Extinction Prevention Program highlight the danger of Antigonon leptopus, also known as cadena de amor, to native plant life. Characterized by bright pink or white flowers, Antigonon leptopus vines spread aggressively until they completely enshroud surrounding plant life. The vines also serve as food and shelter for invasive ungulates. Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz and the UoG are collaborating to restore and enhance 1,000 acres of Guam’s forests at enhancement sites as part of our commitment to a responsible military buildup process. - Dr. James McConnell, left, and Dr. Rachel Jolley from the University of Guam’s Guam Plant Extinction Prevention Program highlight the danger of Antigonon leptopus, also known as cadena de amor, to native plant life. Characterized by bright pink or white flowers, Antigonon leptopus vines spread aggressively until they completely enshroud surrounding plant life. The vines also serve as food and shelter for invasive ungulates. Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz and the UoG are collaborating to restore and enhance 1,000 acres of Guam’s forests at enhancement sites as part of our commitment to a responsible military buildup process.

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. George Price, an Marine Air Traffic Control Mobile Team instructor with Marine Air Control Squadron 4 Detachment Bravo, directs a KC-130J Hercules with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152 during a landing as part of aircraft landing zone training at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Dec. 21, 2016. The training allows the Marines to gain experience, practice constructing an expeditionary airfield, and complete training and readiness requirements. The MMT Marines conduct this training every three to six months to refine the Marines’ skills, keeping them ready for expeditionary operations while in a garrison environment. - U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. George Price, an Marine Air Traffic Control Mobile Team instructor with Marine Air Control Squadron 4 Detachment Bravo, directs a KC-130J Hercules with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152 during a landing as part of aircraft landing zone training at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Dec. 21, 2016. The training allows the Marines to gain experience, practice constructing an expeditionary airfield, and complete training and readiness requirements. The MMT Marines conduct this training every three to six months to refine the Marines’ skills, keeping them ready for expeditionary operations while in a garrison environment.

The Marine Corps’ first two Kaman K-MAX Helicopters arrived at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Saturday, May 7, 2016. The K-MAX will be added to MCAS Yuma's already vast collection of military air assets, and will utilize the station’s ranges to strengthen training, testing and operations across the Marine Corps. - The Marine Corps’ first two Kaman K-MAX Helicopters arrived at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Saturday, May 7, 2016. The K-MAX will be added to MCAS Yuma's already vast collection of military air assets, and will utilize the station’s ranges to strengthen training, testing and operations across the Marine Corps.

Marines with Marine Corps Air Station Yuma remove an old structure as part of a cleanup effort Oct. 22, 2019 on the Barry M. Goldwater Range West. The BMGR consists of about 1.7 million acres of land and MCAS Yuma manages over 650,000 of those acres. - Marines with Marine Corps Air Station Yuma remove an old structure as part of a cleanup effort Oct. 22, 2019 on the Barry M. Goldwater Range West. The BMGR consists of about 1.7 million acres of land and MCAS Yuma manages over 650,000 of those acres.

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MCAS NEW RIVER GO-GETTER: Cpl. Karli Treese - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Karli Treese, an air traffic controller attached to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River, poses for a photo in the air traffic control tower on MCAS New River, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Sept. 25, 2023. Treese, the recipient of this month's MCAS New River Go-Getter award, enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2020 from Kansas City, Missouri. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Loriann Dauscher)