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Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, has proven to be a cost-effective production method that allows Marines to replace and acquire materials faster. With this process, the traditional process for acquiring gear could be expedited and globalized. Most recently, Marines printed parts for the unmanned aircraft, the RQ-21A BlackJack.

U.S. Marines with Bridge Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion (7th ESB), 1st Marine Logistics Group, construct a Medium Girder Bridge on Gold Beach at Camp Pendleton, CA, Oct. 10, 2018. 7th ESB provide general engineering support of an expeditionary nature to the Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF), to include mobility, counter mobility and survivability enhancements, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), and general supply support to include the handling, storage and distribution of bulk water and fuel. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Conner Robbins/ Released)

1st Marines logistics group has taken the lead in pushing innovation not only additive Manufacturing but also subtractive manufacturing. Manufacturing is not new, but merely enhancing our ability to fit into new age technology allowing the supply system to be re-invigorated, and being supported through our continual push in innovation efforts. We’ve been doing it a while, and have seen great progress. By diving deeper into 3-D polymer, metal and concrete printing, We are pushing the limits in material readiness solutions just to see how far we can really go. Additive Manufacturing is a viable source of supply. 1st Marine Logistics Group will position and structure Additive Manufacturing assets in order to improve material readiness through class 9 production. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Conner Robbins / Released)

5th Marine Regiment Marines, Sailors and veterans dedicate the Vietnam memorial during an official unveiling ceremony on Memorial Day, May 28 at the Camp San Mateo Memorial Garden on Camp Pendleton. The memorial holds the names of the 2,706 Marines and Sailors who fought and lost their lives serving under the 5th Marine Regiment during the Vietnam War. The 5th Marine Regiment is recognized as the Marine Corps' most decorated regiment. In May 1966, 5th Marines deployed to the Republic of South Vietnam and remained until April 1971. During the war, the regiment fought in battles at Rung Sat, Chu Lai, Phu Bai, Hue, Khe Sahn, An Hoa and Da Nang. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Branden Bourque)

Vietnam veterans Jim Williams, Mike Joseph, and Dennis Freed share their experiences during the Vietnam War in preparation for the unveiling of the 5th Marines Vietnam War Memorial at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif. The memorial is scheduled to be unveiled on Memorial Day, May 28, 2018. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Branden Bourque)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters Battalion (HQBN), 2nd Marine Division (2dMARDIV) compete at the company level to win the Commander's Cup on Camp Lejeune, Feb. 16, 2018. The Commander's Cup is an incentive presented by Col. Samuel Cook, battalion commander, to promote friendly competition and camaraderie within the unit. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Timothy J. Lutz and Lance Cpl. Samuel Taylor)