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U.S. Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, set up a direct air support center during Cobra Gold 20 at Camp Phra Maha Jetsadaratchao, Chon Buri, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 26. - U.S. Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, set up a direct air support center during Cobra Gold 20 at Camp Phra Maha Jetsadaratchao, Chon Buri, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 26.

U.S. Marines participate in a foot patrol during cold-weather training at Bjerkvik, Norway, Feb. 23. - U.S. Marines participate in a foot patrol during cold-weather training at Bjerkvik, Norway, Feb. 23.

Members of the U.S. military community on Okinawa participated in the Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 25, 2020. The summit was held to help service members and their families transition out of the U.S. armed forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen) - Members of the U.S. military community on Okinawa participated in the Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 25, 2020. The summit was held to help service members and their families transition out of the U.S. armed forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 371, Marine Wing Support Group 37, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 122, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd MAW, work together to refuel an F-35B Lighting II during a forward area refueling point operation at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Feb. 4. - U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 371, Marine Wing Support Group 37, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 122, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd MAW, work together to refuel an F-35B Lighting II during a forward area refueling point operation at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Feb. 4.

Equipment from the Tromsdal, Frigaard, and Bjugn caves waits to be loaded onto a Britannia Seaways shipping vessel at Orkanger Port, Norway, Feb. 17. - Equipment from the Tromsdal, Frigaard, and Bjugn caves waits to be loaded onto a Britannia Seaways shipping vessel at Orkanger Port, Norway, Feb. 17.

Marines with Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion 5th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and Japanese Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade service members communicate during a simulated bilateral small-boat raid on Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 9. - Marines with Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion 5th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and Japanese Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade service members communicate during a simulated bilateral small-boat raid on Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 9.

U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black speaks with Marines, Sailors and civilians during the Enlisted Professional and Personal Development Summit at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Feb. 3, 2020. The attendees were solicited to provide the Commandant of the Marine Corps with opinions and recommendations on how to improve education, health, recruitment, and retainment of Marines in a professional environment. - U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black speaks with Marines, Sailors and civilians during the Enlisted Professional and Personal Development Summit at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Feb. 3, 2020. The attendees were solicited to provide the Commandant of the Marine Corps with opinions and recommendations on how to improve education, health, recruitment, and retainment of Marines in a professional environment.

U.S. Marines with the Tactical Air Control Party Program call for close air support while mobile during exercise Fireball Eagle at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, February 4. - U.S. Marines with the Tactical Air Control Party Program call for close air support while mobile during exercise Fireball Eagle at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, February 4.

A formation of skis belonging to U.S. Marines from 2nd Battalion, 3rd Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, as they conduct a bilateral sniper rifle range with Soldiers from 5th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, during exercise Northern Viper on Hokudaien Training Area, Hokkaido, Japan, Jan. 28. - A formation of skis belonging to U.S. Marines from 2nd Battalion, 3rd Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, as they conduct a bilateral sniper rifle range with Soldiers from 5th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, during exercise Northern Viper on Hokudaien Training Area, Hokkaido, Japan, Jan. 28.

U.S. Marines with 2nd Radio Battalion and 8th Communication Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, set up an antenna during a HAM Amateur Radio Licensing Course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 10, 2020. The objective of the course was to increase knowledge on amateur radios and radio operating procedures in order to develop and enhance the Marines’ capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez) - U.S. Marines with 2nd Radio Battalion and 8th Communication Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, set up an antenna during a HAM Amateur Radio Licensing Course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 10, 2020. The objective of the course was to increase knowledge on amateur radios and radio operating procedures in order to develop and enhance the Marines’ capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

U.S. Navy Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill participates in the Amphibious Squadron Marine Expeditionary Unit Integration Training in the vicinity of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 14. - U.S. Navy Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill participates in the Amphibious Squadron Marine Expeditionary Unit Integration Training in the vicinity of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 14.

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Service Members disembark from an MV-22B Osprey with U.S. Marines while conducting Vertical Assault training during exercise Forest Light Western Army at Camp Takayubaru, Kumamoto, Japan, Jan. 28. - Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Service Members disembark from an MV-22B Osprey with U.S. Marines while conducting Vertical Assault training during exercise Forest Light Western Army at Camp Takayubaru, Kumamoto, Japan, Jan. 28.

A U.S. Marine prepares his aircraft in support of Exercise Winter Fury on Jan. 15th. - A U.S. Marine prepares his aircraft in support of Exercise Winter Fury on Jan. 15th.

U.S. Marine and the commanding officer of 5th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, chant with the forces during an opening ceremony to start off exercise Northern Viper on Hokudaien Training Area, Hokkaido, Japan, Jan. 26. - U.S. Marine and the commanding officer of 5th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, chant with the forces during an opening ceremony to start off exercise Northern Viper on Hokudaien Training Area, Hokkaido, Japan, Jan. 26.

U.S. Marines conduct a six-mile hike during cold weather familiarization training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 22. - U.S. Marines conduct a six-mile hike during cold weather familiarization training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 22.

Marines close with an enemy machine gun position during a simulated raid at the Central Training Area, Okinawa, Japan, on Dec. 11. - Marines close with an enemy machine gun position during a simulated raid at the Central Training Area, Okinawa, Japan, on Dec. 11.

U.S. Marines work together on an obstacle at the Leadership Reaction Course on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 7. - U.S. Marines work together on an obstacle at the Leadership Reaction Course on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 7.

U.S. Marine mans a Humvee turret during a combat convoy simulation on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 13. - U.S. Marine mans a Humvee turret during a combat convoy simulation on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 13.

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Declan N. Kellogg, an engineer equipment mechanic with 3rd Maintenance Battalion shoots the M1014 shotgun during the Security Augmentation Force Training from Dec. 12. - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Declan N. Kellogg, an engineer equipment mechanic with 3rd Maintenance Battalion shoots the M1014 shotgun during the Security Augmentation Force Training from Dec. 12.

U.S. Marines and Sailors from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, take part in the 244th Marine Corps birthday uniform pageant at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Nov. 4, 2019. The annual ceremony was held in honor of the 244th Marine Corps birthday. It included a historical uniform pageant to honor Marines of the past, present and future while signifying the passing of traditions from one generation to the next. - U.S. Marines and Sailors from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, take part in the 244th Marine Corps birthday uniform pageant at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Nov. 4, 2019. The annual ceremony was held in honor of the 244th Marine Corps birthday. It included a historical uniform pageant to honor Marines of the past, present and future while signifying the passing of traditions from one generation to the next.

U.S. Marines Corps Lance Cpl. William Anderson with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Provost Marshal Office, Operations, participates in an active shooter, training Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 26, 2019. Marines with PMO conducted the training to ensure readiness and reliability in the event of an active shooter. - U.S. Marines Corps Lance Cpl. William Anderson with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Provost Marshal Office, Operations, participates in an active shooter, training Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 26, 2019. Marines with PMO conducted the training to ensure readiness and reliability in the event of an active shooter.

Approximately 275 U.S. Marines from 1st Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, Marine Forces Reserve, currently assigned to 3d Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program, and Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, will join their Japan Ground Self-Defense Force counterparts from the 8th Regiment, 13th Brigade, Middle Army. Their deployment validates the readiness and skill of the reserves to augment their active duty counterparts. - The forces will conduct a bilateral, combined arms exercise and live fire training in conjunction with ground and aviation units. During this iteration, the combined force will focus on helicopter-borne operations, with a comprehensive final training event that will begin with an aerial insert from MV-22B Ospreys, and consist of multiple days of complex bilateral movements against an opposing force.

U.S. Marines and JMSDF Soldiers conduct MWD detection training exercises - U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Adam Cook, left, the kennel master for the Provost Marshal Office with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, conducts military working dog detection training at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni, Nov. 20, 2019. The training was part of a joint force detection exercise with Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) soldiers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Triton Lai)

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Noah Furbush, 24, a Marine Corps Officer Candidate, participates in physical training at Marine Corps Officer Candidates School in Quantico, Virginia, October 31, 2019. The exercise challenges candidates’ ability to navigate on land, give orders and execute the mission effectively. The mission of Officer Candidates School is to educate and train officer candidates in Marine Corps knowledge and skills within a controlled and challenging environment in order to evaluate and screen individuals for the leadership, moral and physical qualities required for commissioning as a Marine Officer. - Noah Furbush, 24, a Marine Corps Officer Candidate, participates in physical training at Marine Corps Officer Candidates School in Quantico, Virginia, October 31, 2019. The exercise challenges candidates’ ability to navigate on land, give orders and execute the mission effectively. The mission of Officer Candidates School is to educate and train officer candidates in Marine Corps knowledge and skills within a controlled and challenging environment in order to evaluate and screen individuals for the leadership, moral and physical qualities required for commissioning as a Marine Officer. Furbush, a former linebacker at the University of Michigan, is training to become a commissioned officer in the United States Marine Corps. Furbush was a four-year Academic All-Big Ten honoree and the recipient of the 2018 Dr. Arthur D. Robinson Scholarship Award, given to the top UM football student athlete. He graduated in 2018 with a degree in aerospace engineering and then graduated with a master’s degree in space engineering in 2019. Furbush is scheduled to graduate from the 10-week officer candidate course November 16 at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia where he will subsequently commission as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Bryan Nygaard)

Change of Charge - Leaders of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), salute the colors as they pass during a change of charge ceremony on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Oct. 30, 2019. The ceremony recognized U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Donald L. Davis' service, leadership and dedication to 3rd MAW. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jaime Reyes)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 8th Engineer Support Battalion and 2nd Transportation Support Battalion (TSB), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, worked with Sailors from Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) 69 and 53, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4, during Type Commander Amphibious Training (TCAT) 20.1 on Onslow Beach, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 21-26, 2019. TCAT is a mobility exercise ashore in order to gain the requisite skills and experience to integrate with the U.S. Navy in follow on exercises and real-world operations. - U.S. Marines and Sailors with 8th Engineer Support Battalion and 2nd Transportation Support Battalion (TSB), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, executed Type Commander Amphibious Training (TCAT) 20.1 on Onslow Beach, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 21-26, 2019. TCAT is a mobility exercise ashore in order to gain the requisite skills and experience to integrate with the U.S. Navy in follow on exercises and real-world operations.

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force board a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter during a rapid deployment exercise conducted by 1st MAW, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. Marines with 1st MAW conducted a rapid deployment exercise to increase the confidence of III MEF’s ability to rapidly deploy and maintain a secure Indo-Pacific region. As the only forward-deployed MEF, III MEF is strategically postured to quickly and effectively respond to any crisis within the Indo-Pacific region. - U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force board a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter during a rapid deployment exercise conducted by 1st MAW, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. Marines with 1st MAW conducted a rapid deployment exercise to increase the confidence of III MEF’s ability to rapidly deploy and maintain a secure Indo-Pacific region. As the only forward-deployed MEF, III MEF is strategically postured to quickly and effectively respond to any crisis within the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Zachary Scalzo participates in a combat marksmanship range during exercise Fuji Viper 20.1 in Camp Fuji, Japan, Oct. 16, 2019. Fuji Viper is a regularly scheduled training evolution for infantry units assigned to 3rd Marine Division as part of the unit deployment program. The training allows units to maintain their lethality and proficiency in infantry and combined arms tactics. Scalzo is assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division. - U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Zachary Scalzo participates in a combat marksmanship range during exercise Fuji Viper 20.1 in Camp Fuji, Japan, Oct. 16, 2019. Fuji Viper is a regularly scheduled training evolution for infantry units assigned to 3rd Marine Division as part of the unit deployment program. The training allows units to maintain their lethality and proficiency in infantry and combined arms tactics. Scalzo is assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division.

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Roasted chestnuts are set out for participants of the Chestnut Festival to try in Miwa Town, Japan, Oct. 18, 2019. The Miwa Town Chestnut Festival is held every year to symbolize the end of the chestnut harvest. - Roasted chestnuts are set out for participants of the Chestnut Festival to try in Miwa Town, Japan, Oct. 18, 2019. The Miwa Town Chestnut Festival is held every year to symbolize the end of the chestnut harvest.

U.S. Marines prepare to fire an M777 Howitzer during exercise KAMANDAG 3 at Colonel Ernesto P. Ravina Air Base, Philippines, Oct. 13. - U.S. Marines prepare to fire an M777 Howitzer during exercise KAMANDAG 3 at Colonel Ernesto P. Ravina Air Base, Philippines, Oct. 13.

U.S. Marines with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, conduct a simulated air assault on Landing Zone Eagle from a CH-53E Super Stallion with Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 463, part of exercise Island Marauder on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Sept. 25, 2019. The Island Marauder exercise is a training event during which Marines conducted different scenarios while testing new technology on the battlefield. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo) - U.S. Marines with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, conduct a simulated air assault on Landing Zone Eagle from a CH-53E Super Stallion with Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 463, part of exercise Island Marauder on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Sept. 25, 2019. The Island Marauder exercise is a training event during which Marines conducted different scenarios while testing new technology on the battlefield. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo)

U.S. Marine, Philippine Marine and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members assault amphibious vehicles line up along the shore following an amphibious exercise as part of KAMANDAG 3 at Katungkulan Beach, Marine Barracks Gregorio Lim, Philippines, Oct. 12. - U.S. Marine, Philippine Marine and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members assault amphibious vehicles line up along the shore following an amphibious exercise as part of KAMANDAG 3 at Katungkulan Beach, Marine Barracks Gregorio Lim, Philippines, Oct. 12.

U.S. Marines from Marine Corps Air Station Miramar spar in the ocean during Marine Corps martial arts instructor course 224-19 at Naval Air Station North Island, Calif., Oct. 9. 2019. The three-week MAI course trains marines to become martial arts instructors. - U.S. Marines from Marine Corps Air Station Miramar spar in the ocean during Marine Corps martial arts instructor course 224-19 at Naval Air Station North Island, Calif., Oct. 9. 2019. The three-week MAI course trains marines to become martial arts instructors.

U.S. Marines and Philippine Airmen compare different methods on how to set up a range card during a subject matter expert exchange as part of exercise KAMANDAG 3 at Colonel Ernesto P. Ravina Air Base, Philippines, Oct. 9. - U.S. Marines and Philippine Airmen compare different methods on how to set up a range card during a subject matter expert exchange as part of exercise KAMANDAG 3 at Colonel Ernesto P. Ravina Air Base, Philippines, Oct. 9.

U.S. service members discuss a land mine scenario during an explosive ordnance disposal exercise at Kin Blue Training Area, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019. The EODEX was designed to simulate conventional warfare and the use of conventional ordnance and involved the participation of three U.S. military branches and over 43 different military occupational specialties within III Marine Expeditionary Force. - U.S. service members discuss a land mine scenario during an explosive ordnance disposal exercise at Kin Blue Training Area, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019. The EODEX was designed to simulate conventional warfare and the use of conventional ordnance and involved the participation of three U.S. military branches and over 43 different military occupational specialties within III Marine Expeditionary Force.

U.S. Marine Sgt. Scott Veck, a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter crew chief with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force - Southern Command, observes flight operations in Coveñas, Colombia, Sept. 30, 2019, during a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief rehearsal. The exercise will test and strengthen the interoperability and responsiveness between these countries, preparing for real-world disaster scenarios in the region. The task force is conducting training and engineering projects hand-in-hand with partner nation military members in Latin America and the Caribbean during their deployment to the region, which coincides with hurricane season. Veck is a native of Parker, Colorado. - U.S. Marine Sgt. Scott Veck, a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter crew chief with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force - Southern Command, observes flight operations in Coveñas, Colombia, Sept. 30, 2019, during a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief rehearsal. The exercise will test and strengthen the interoperability and responsiveness between these countries, preparing for real-world disaster scenarios in the region. The task force is conducting training and engineering projects hand-in-hand with partner nation military members in Latin America and the Caribbean during their deployment to the region, which coincides with hurricane season. Veck is a native of Parker, Colorado.

A U.S. Marine observers an illumination round fired from an 81mm mortar system during a call for fire exercise, Oct. 4. - A U.S. Marine observers an illumination round fired from an 81mm mortar system during a call for fire exercise, Oct. 4.

U.S. Marines and families from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni participate in a community cultural exchange with local Japanese children at Tsuzu Elementary School, Iwakuni City, Japan, Aug. 29. - U.S. Marines and families from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni participate in a community cultural exchange with local Japanese children at Tsuzu Elementary School, Iwakuni City, Japan, Aug. 29.

Fine-tuning the Corps’ ACV in preparation for IOT&E - Marines from Delta Company, 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, examine the Common Remotely Operated Weapons System on the Amphibious Combat Vehicle for the first time Sept. 11, 2019, at the Amphibious Vehicle Test Branch aboard Camp Pendleton, California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo)

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U.S. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Andre Adams, the quality assurance evaluator with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, folds the U.S. flag during the 77th Anniversary Evening Colors Ceremony at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, California, Sept. 24, 2019. The ceremony was held in honor of the official dedication of MCB Camp Joseph H. Pendleton, which took place Sept. 25, 1942. - U.S. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Andre Adams, the quality assurance evaluator with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, folds the U.S. flag during the 77th Anniversary Evening Colors Ceremony at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, California, Sept. 24, 2019. The ceremony was held in honor of the official dedication of MCB Camp Joseph H. Pendleton, which took place Sept. 25, 1942.

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Bunnarath Gnoy, heavy equipment staff noncommissioned officer with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, flexes his bicep after earning 2nd place in his weight class at Okinawa's Strongest: Battle of the South, Sept. 29, 2019 on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. The competition challenges men and women to compete in physically demanding events to find the strongest on the island. - U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Bunnarath Gnoy, heavy equipment staff noncommissioned officer with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, flexes his bicep after earning 2nd place in his weight class at Okinawa's Strongest: Battle of the South, Sept. 29, 2019 on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. The competition challenges men and women to compete in physically demanding events to find the strongest on the island.

Col. Charles Dockery, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, expresses his thanks to the law enforcement personnel responsible for the 2019 MCAS Miramar Airshow at the MCAS Miramar Provost Marshall Office on Sept. 17. The law enforcement meetings mission was to discuss the responsibilities of keeping the community on and off Marine Corps Air Station safe during this year’s airshow. - Col. Charles Dockery, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, expresses his thanks to the law enforcement personnel responsible for the 2019 MCAS Miramar Airshow at the MCAS Miramar Provost Marshall Office on Sept. 17. The law enforcement meetings mission was to discuss the responsibilities of keeping the community on and off Marine Corps Air Station safe during this year’s airshow.

Marine Corps Maj. Dan Tadross, a mentor from the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, speaks to hackers working on artificial intelligence solutions for aircraft maintenance at the National Security Innovation Network “Into the Dataverse” Hackathon. The event was held at the University of Michigan’s School of Aerospace Engineering in Ann Arbor, Mich., Sept. 21, 2019. - Marine Corps Maj. Dan Tadross, a mentor from the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, speaks to hackers working on artificial intelligence solutions for aircraft maintenance at the National Security Innovation Network “Into the Dataverse” Hackathon. The event was held at the University of Michigan’s School of Aerospace Engineering in Ann Arbor, Mich., Sept. 21, 2019.

MV-22 Ospreys and KC-130J Hercules are parked during Marine Rotational Force - Darwin trans-Pacific flight, Cassidy International Airport, Kiribati, Sep. 19, 2019. The flight was conducted to improve upon the Osprey trans-Pacific concept that has been developed and refined over the past three MRF-D iterations. - MV-22 Ospreys and KC-130J Hercules are parked during Marine Rotational Force - Darwin trans-Pacific flight, Cassidy International Airport, Kiribati, Sep. 19, 2019. The flight was conducted to improve upon the Osprey trans-Pacific concept that has been developed and refined over the past three MRF-D iterations.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Kimberly Ortiz Marrero, a native of Lancaster, N.Y. and the hazardous material and safety representative for 3rd Transportation Support Battalion, stands while being decontaminated during the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response course at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019. After completing an exercise, all the students who wore hazardous material suits had to undergo a mock-decontamination procedure where they entered a tent and were sprayed with water. - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Kimberly Ortiz Marrero, a native of Lancaster, N.Y. and the hazardous material and safety representative for 3rd Transportation Support Battalion, stands while being decontaminated during the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response course at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019. After completing an exercise, all the students who wore hazardous material suits had to undergo a mock-decontamination procedure where they entered a tent and were sprayed with water.

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Robin Leilimarrazzo reunites with his wife during a homecoming ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., September 15, 2019. - U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Robin Leilimarrazzo reunites with his wife during a homecoming ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., September 15, 2019.