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The 27th Regiment, 2nd Battalion (USMC), lands on Iwo Jima. - The 27th Regiment, 2nd Battalion (USMC), lands on Iwo Jima. (Photo by Bob Campbell, National Archives Identifier 148727708) // 230223-M-CG311-001

Remembering Iwo Jima: 78 Years

Seventy-eight years ago, U.S. Marines hit the black sand beaches of Iwo Jima, beginning one of the most famous battles in the history of the Marine Corps.

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Marine Corps speeds path to sergeant promotions

5/20/2026 - https://www.stripes.com/branches/marine_corps/2026-05-18/marines-reduce-time-requirements-for-sergeant-promotion-21706308.html

Marines embrace drone warfare through new piloting courses on Okinawa

5/18/2026 - https://www.stripes.com/branches/marine_corps/2026-05-13/marine-drone-piloting-courses-okinawa-21656264.html

US Marines announce 6-month rotation to Australia following Philippine drills

5/15/2026 - https://www.stripes.com/theaters/asia_pacific/2026-05-13/marine-rotational-force-darwin-australia-21656102.html

Marines set up new rotational force in Alaska

5/13/2026 - https://taskandpurpose.com/news/marines-rotational-force-alaska/

Marines may create new Infantry Scout career field

5/11/2026 - https://taskandpurpose.com/news/marines-scouts-primary-pmos/