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U.S. Marines with Co. G, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, move to a trench system on Range 800 at Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 19, 2021. Marine Corps Installations West designed Range 800 to facilitate training infantry platoons as the premier combined arms range at Camp Pendleton.

U.S. Marines with Co. G, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, move to a trench system on Range 800 at Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 19, 2021. Marine Corps Installations West designed Range 800 to facilitate training infantry platoons as the premier combined arms range at Camp Pendleton.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Connor Hancock

Rear Admiral José Enrique Hernandez Samanez, Commandant of the Peruvian Marine Corps, welcomes the multinational group to the Ancon Naval Base for a multinational amphibious planning conference hosted by the Peruvian Marine Corps in Ancon, Peru, Jul. 16, 2021. Amphibious partners from Peru, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Uruguay, and the United States gathered at the newly established International Amphibious Training Center to share experiences, tactics, and lessons learned related to amphibious operations.

Rear Admiral José Enrique Hernandez Samanez, Commandant of the Peruvian Marine Corps, welcomes the multinational group to the Ancon Naval Base for a multinational amphibious planning conference hosted by the Peruvian Marine Corps in Ancon, Peru, Jul. 16, 2021. Amphibious partners from Peru, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Uruguay, and the United States gathered at the newly established International Amphibious Training Center to share experiences, tactics, and lessons learned related to amphibious operations.

Photo by Maj. Thomas Perna

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Brian Ecarius, the senior representative from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South, addresses a group of U.S. and partner nation Marines and Sailors during a question and answer portion of a multinational amphibious planning conference to highlight the significance of integration and interoperability with partner nations in Ancon, Peru, July 16, 2021. Amphibious partners from Peru, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Uruguay, and the United States gathered at the newly established International Amphibious Training Center to share experiences, tactics, and lessons learned related to amphibious operations.

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Brian Ecarius, the senior representative from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South, addresses a group of U.S. and partner nation Marines and Sailors during a question and answer portion of a multinational amphibious planning conference to highlight the significance of integration and interoperability with partner nations in Ancon, Peru, July 16, 2021. Amphibious partners from Peru, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Uruguay, and the United States gathered at the newly established International Amphibious Training Center to share experiences, tactics, and lessons learned related to amphibious operations.

Photo by Maj. Thomas Perna

Marines with Marine Raider Support Group conduct amphibious training during the Special Operations Capabilities Specialist D Level 1 training course in Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 6, 2021. The students learn amphibious techniques during the first week which provides basic waterborne capabilities and prepares them for the rest of the amphibious operations conducted during the course.

Marines with Marine Raider Support Group conduct amphibious training during the Special Operations Capabilities Specialist D Level 1 training course in Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 6, 2021. The students learn amphibious techniques during the first week which provides basic waterborne capabilities and prepares them for the rest of the amphibious operations conducted during the course.

Photo by Cpl. Ethan Green

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, test an AN/PRC-160(V) as part of the 2nd MARDIV High-Frequency Competition near Camp Blanding, Fla., July 13, 2021. The competition enhanced HF transmission proficiency and capabilities to prepare Marines for future expeditionary conflicts where the area is either contested or degraded.

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, test an AN/PRC-160(V) as part of the 2nd MARDIV High-Frequency Competition near Camp Blanding, Fla., July 13, 2021. The competition enhanced HF transmission proficiency and capabilities to prepare Marines for future expeditionary conflicts where the area is either contested or degraded.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Dustin Nguyen, a Richmond, Va., native and a transmissions systems operator with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, sets up an AN/PRC-160(V) radio as part of the 2nd MARDIV High-Frequency Competition on Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga., July 12, 2021. The competition enhanced HF transmission proficiency and capabilities to prepare Marines for future expeditionary conflicts where the area is either contested or degraded.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Dustin Nguyen, a Richmond, Va., native and a transmissions systems operator with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, sets up an AN/PRC-160(V) radio as part of the 2nd MARDIV High-Frequency Competition on Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga., July 12, 2021. The competition enhanced HF transmission proficiency and capabilities to prepare Marines for future expeditionary conflicts where the area is either contested or degraded.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.

U.S. Marine Corps combat engineers with Marine Wing Support Squadron 171, breach a simulated door during exercise Eagle Wrath 21 at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Japan, July 18, 2021. Eagle Wrath is an annual MWSS-171 exercise at CATC Camp Fuji, Japan, designed to increase squadron proficiency in conducting real-world contingency missions while in a forward operating environment.

U.S. Marine Corps combat engineers with Marine Wing Support Squadron 171, breach a simulated door during exercise Eagle Wrath 21 at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Japan, July 18, 2021. Eagle Wrath is an annual MWSS-171 exercise at CATC Camp Fuji, Japan, designed to increase squadron proficiency in conducting real-world contingency missions while in a forward operating environment.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Justin Marty

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Carter Hughes, a combat engineer with Alpha Company, 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, carries a 155mm artillery round while conducting explosive ordnance disposal operations on Range 10, Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan, July 13, 2021. Marines with 3rd EOD Co. and Alpha Co. conducted EOD operations simulating the discovery and disposal of notional foreign unexploded ordnance. 3rd MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. Hughes is a native of Salt Lake City, Utah.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Carter Hughes, a combat engineer with Alpha Company, 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, carries a 155mm artillery round while conducting explosive ordnance disposal operations on Range 10, Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan, July 13, 2021. Marines with 3rd EOD Co. and Alpha Co. conducted EOD operations simulating the discovery and disposal of notional foreign unexploded ordnance. 3rd MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. Hughes is a native of Salt Lake City, Utah.

Photo by Sgt. Hailey Clay

U.S. Marines with 2nd battalion, 1st Marines, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force – Crisis Response – Central Command fire a M240B medium machine gun while training in Jordan, June 23, 2021. SPMAGTF-CR-CC is designed to respond rapidly and efficiently to a wide-range of military operations utilizing aviation, ground, and logistics assets.

U.S. Marines with 2nd battalion, 1st Marines, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force – Crisis Response – Central Command fire a M240B medium machine gun while training in Jordan, June 23, 2021. SPMAGTF-CR-CC is designed to respond rapidly and efficiently to a wide-range of military operations utilizing aviation, ground, and logistics assets.

Photo by Cpl. Jacob Yost

The unique Mohave fringe-tailed lizard thrives in sand dunes, and U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground's are far away from any populated areas and rarely traversed by people or equipment. "It's a fascinating creature," said Daniel Steward, YPG wildlife biologist. "Everybody's ultimate goal is to conserve this species on our own."

The unique Mohave fringe-tailed lizard thrives in sand dunes, and U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground's are far away from any populated areas and rarely traversed by people or equipment. "It's a fascinating creature," said Daniel Steward, YPG wildlife biologist. "Everybody's ultimate goal is to conserve this species on our own."

Photo by Mark Schauer

Staff Sgt. Gustavo Lopez, a Plane Captain assigned to the “Vipers” of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, guides an UH-1Y Venom as it arrives at Naval Air Facility Misawa. HMLA-169 is at NAF Misawa to conduct Tilt Rotor/Rotary Wing training exercises and reduce the training activity impact on Okinawa.

Staff Sgt. Gustavo Lopez, a Plane Captain assigned to the “Vipers” of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, guides an UH-1Y Venom as it arrives at Naval Air Facility Misawa. HMLA-169 is at NAF Misawa to conduct Tilt Rotor/Rotary Wing training exercises and reduce the training activity impact on Okinawa.

Photo by Seaman Benjamin Ringers

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fast rope off a stationary MV-22B Osprey aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in the Coral Sea, July 16, 2021. Marines train to fast rope in case they are required to depart from the aircraft in a timely manner or a possible landing on uneven terrain. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the America Expeditionary Strike Group in the U.S. 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.

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fast rope off a stationary MV-22B Osprey aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in the Coral Sea, July 16, 2021. Marines train to fast rope in case they are required to depart from the aircraft in a timely manner or a possible landing on uneven terrain. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the America Expeditionary Strike Group in the U.S. 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.

Photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly

U.S. Marines with Co. A, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division and Co. B, 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st MARDIV, enter the Del Mar boat basin during AAV-P7/A1 amphibious assault vehicle training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 29, 2021. The training was conducted to ensure Marines are proficient with safety procedures for water operations.

U.S. Marines with Co. A, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division and Co. B, 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st MARDIV, enter the Del Mar boat basin during AAV-P7/A1 amphibious assault vehicle training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 29, 2021. The training was conducted to ensure Marines are proficient with safety procedures for water operations.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Cameron Rowe

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, conduct medical evacuation training during the Artillery Relocation Training Program 21.2 at Ojojihara Maneuver Area, Japan, July 13, 2021. ARTP provides realistic, live-fire training opportunities to the only permanently forward-deployed artillery unit in the Marine Corps, enabling them to provide precision indirect fires from a distributed environment in support of maritime operations. The training contributes to the defense of Japan and the U.S.-Japan Alliance as the cornerstone of peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, conduct medical evacuation training during the Artillery Relocation Training Program 21.2 at Ojojihara Maneuver Area, Japan, July 13, 2021. ARTP provides realistic, live-fire training opportunities to the only permanently forward-deployed artillery unit in the Marine Corps, enabling them to provide precision indirect fires from a distributed environment in support of maritime operations. The training contributes to the defense of Japan and the U.S.-Japan Alliance as the cornerstone of peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Diana Jimenez

U.S. Marines with 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, set up a Ground and Air Task Oriented Radar system at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 10, 2020. The G/ATOR allows Marines to see further distances and is used to locate enemy weapon systems. Having this capability further enhances the III Marine Expeditionary mission and increases lethality.

U.S. Marines with 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, set up a Ground and Air Task Oriented Radar system at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 10, 2020. The G/ATOR allows Marines to see further distances and is used to locate enemy weapon systems. Having this capability further enhances the III Marine Expeditionary mission and increases lethality.

Photo by Cpl. Savannah Mesimer

U.S. Marines with 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, adjust a Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar system at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 10, 2020. The G/ATOR provides an air defense and surveillance capability and is used to locate enemy weapon systems. Having these capabilities further enhances Marines’ missions and increases lethality. G/ATOR is one of the Corps’ key capabilities supporting Force Design 2030.

U.S. Marines with 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, adjust a Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar system at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 10, 2020. The G/ATOR provides an air defense and surveillance capability and is used to locate enemy weapon systems. Having these capabilities further enhances Marines’ missions and increases lethality. G/ATOR is one of the Corps’ key capabilities supporting Force Design 2030.

Photo by Cpl. Savannah Mesimer

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kevin Hernandez, a rifleman with 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, 3rd Marine Division, provides security during an air assault at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, July 9, 2021. The training strengthened the battalion’s proficiency in urban operations, while demonstrating their ability to quickly seize and defend key maritime terrain. 1/3 is training to become the first Littoral Combat Team in accordance with Force Design 2030. Hernandez is a native of Azle, Texas.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kevin Hernandez, a rifleman with 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, 3rd Marine Division, provides security during an air assault at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, July 9, 2021. The training strengthened the battalion’s proficiency in urban operations, while demonstrating their ability to quickly seize and defend key maritime terrain. 1/3 is training to become the first Littoral Combat Team in accordance with Force Design 2030. Hernandez is a native of Azle, Texas.

Photo by Cpl. Alexis Moradian

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Jesus Alvarado, a motor transport operator with Marine Wing Support Squadron 171, fuels a 7-ton truck during a convoy at a rest stop in Japan, July 10, 2021. U.S. Marines with MWSS-171 began Eagle Wrath 21, a two-week exercise at CATC Camp Fuji to maintain a high level of proficiency and combat readiness.

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Jesus Alvarado, a motor transport operator with Marine Wing Support Squadron 171, fuels a 7-ton truck during a convoy at a rest stop in Japan, July 10, 2021. U.S. Marines with MWSS-171 began Eagle Wrath 21, a two-week exercise at CATC Camp Fuji to maintain a high level of proficiency and combat readiness.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Justin Marty

Japanese government officials and a U.S. Marine discuss the M777 howitzer during the Artillery Relocation Training Program Annual Planning Conference on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 22, 2021. The ARTP Annual Conference allows Japanese and U.S. officials to develop a better understanding of the goals of the program, as well as solidify bilateral objectives related to the training, the continued usage of training areas and the modernization of both forces.

Japanese government officials and a U.S. Marine discuss the M777 howitzer during the Artillery Relocation Training Program Annual Planning Conference on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 22, 2021. The ARTP Annual Conference allows Japanese and U.S. officials to develop a better understanding of the goals of the program, as well as solidify bilateral objectives related to the training, the continued usage of training areas and the modernization of both forces.

Photo by Cpl. Nickolas Beamish

Japanese government officials and U.S. Marines come together for discussions during the Artillery Relocation Training Program Annual Planning Conference on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 22, 2021. The ARTP Annual Conference allows Japanese and U.S. officials to develop a better understanding of the goals of the program, as well as solidify bilateral objectives related to the training, the continued usage of training areas and the modernization of both forces.

Japanese government officials and U.S. Marines come together for discussions during the Artillery Relocation Training Program Annual Planning Conference on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 22, 2021. The ARTP Annual Conference allows Japanese and U.S. officials to develop a better understanding of the goals of the program, as well as solidify bilateral objectives related to the training, the continued usage of training areas and the modernization of both forces.

Photo by Cpl. Nickolas Beamish