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U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Joseph Morelli, the communications maintenance chief and force fitness instructor assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, and a native of Wyoming, explains the order of exercises to Marines during a physical training competition aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean Nov. 10, 2024. The PT competition was held on the second day of the 15th MEU’s 249th Marine Corps birthday celebrations as Boxer transited past the international dateline. Elements of the 15th MEU are currently embarked aboard Boxer and are conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Joseph Morelli, the communications maintenance chief and force fitness instructor assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, and a native of Wyoming, explains the order of exercises to Marines during a physical training competition aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean Nov. 10, 2024. The PT competition was held on the second day of the 15th MEU’s 249th Marine Corps birthday celebrations as Boxer transited past the international dateline. Elements of the 15th MEU are currently embarked aboard Boxer and are conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms)

Photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 225, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts a panel check during an air power demonstration aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean Nov. 10, 2024. The demonstration was held to celebrate the 249th Marine Corps birthday. Elements of the 15th MEU are currently embarked aboard Boxer and are conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Luis Agostini)

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 225, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts a panel check during an air power demonstration aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean Nov. 10, 2024. The demonstration was held to celebrate the 249th Marine Corps birthday. Elements of the 15th MEU are currently embarked aboard Boxer and are conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Luis Agostini)

Photo by Cpl. Luis Agostini

U.S. Navy Capt. Tate Robinson, left, Commodore of Amphibious Squadron 5 and the oldest Marine present during the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit cake cutting ceremony, speaks to the youngest Marine, U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Carson Pash, a machine gun team leader assigned to Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean Nov. 10 2024. Before commissioning in the Navy, Robinson enlisted in the Marine Corps as a rifleman in 1991. The cake cutting ceremony was held on the second day of the 15th MEU’s 249th Marine Corps birthday celebrations as Boxer transited past the international dateline. Elements of the 15th MEU are currently embarked aboard Boxer and are conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Amelia Kang)

U.S. Navy Capt. Tate Robinson, left, Commodore of Amphibious Squadron 5 and the oldest Marine present during the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit cake cutting ceremony, speaks to the youngest Marine, U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Carson Pash, a machine gun team leader assigned to Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean Nov. 10 2024. Before commissioning in the Navy, Robinson enlisted in the Marine Corps as a rifleman in 1991. The cake cutting ceremony was held on the second day of the 15th MEU’s 249th Marine Corps birthday celebrations as Boxer transited past the international dateline. Elements of the 15th MEU are currently embarked aboard Boxer and are conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Amelia Kang)

Photo by Sgt. Amelia Kang

U.S. Marines with Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and Indonesian marines with 10th Marine Infantry Battalion, Indonesian Korps Marinir, stand in formation during the Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2024 Opening Ceremony at Yonif 10 Marinir, Batam, Indonesia, Nov. 6, 2024. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps and Korps Marinir Republik Indonesia, or Indonesian Marine Corps, to strengthen relationships as military partners and increase interoperability among participating forces in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. MRF-SEA is a rotational unit derived from elements of I Marine Expeditionary Force executing a U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific operational model that involves training events and exchanges with partner military subject matter experts, promotes security goals with Allied and partner nations, and ensures a persistent I MEF presence west of the International Date Line. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Shaina Jupiter)

U.S. Marines with Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and Indonesian marines with 10th Marine Infantry Battalion, Indonesian Korps Marinir, stand in formation during the Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2024 Opening Ceremony at Yonif 10 Marinir, Batam, Indonesia, Nov. 6, 2024. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps and Korps Marinir Republik Indonesia, or Indonesian Marine Corps, to strengthen relationships as military partners and increase interoperability among participating forces in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. MRF-SEA is a rotational unit derived from elements of I Marine Expeditionary Force executing a U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific operational model that involves training events and exchanges with partner military subject matter experts, promotes security goals with Allied and partner nations, and ensures a persistent I MEF presence west of the International Date Line. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Shaina Jupiter)

Photo by Sgt. Shaina Jupiter

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Savannah Pizano, a senior drill instructor with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, participates in a battalion commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Oct. 23, 2024. The Battalion Commander’s Inspection surveys new Marines for knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail as one of their last tests before graduating.

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Savannah Pizano, a senior drill instructor with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, participates in a battalion commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Oct. 23, 2024. The Battalion Commander’s Inspection surveys new Marines for knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail as one of their last tests before graduating.

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

U.S and Republic of Korea Senior Enlisted Leaders plot grid coordinates during the land navigation event as part of Mangudai 2024 in South Korea. Mangudai is an annual training exercise that builds senior enlisted leaders' joint camaraderie and reinforces their mastery of core Soldiering tasks.

U.S and Republic of Korea Senior Enlisted Leaders plot grid coordinates during the land navigation event as part of Mangudai 2024 in South Korea. Mangudai is an annual training exercise that builds senior enlisted leaders' joint camaraderie and reinforces their mastery of core Soldiering tasks.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Vega-Cerezo

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Thomas J. Anderson, (left) Program Executive Officer, Ships, presents plaque to U.S. Marine Corps Col. Raymond Feltham, (right) Prospective Program Manager, Medium Landing Ship, as U.S. Marine Corps. Brig. Gen. Robert Brodie, Director of Expeditionary Warfare, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, looks on during an establishment ceremony for the Medium Landing Ship (LSM) Program Office at the Humphrey's Building on Washington Navy Yard, D.C., Oct. 24, 2024. Col. Feltham's position as a program director is unique in that a Marine will lead a Navy program office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Thomas J. Anderson, (left) Program Executive Officer, Ships, presents plaque to U.S. Marine Corps Col. Raymond Feltham, (right) Prospective Program Manager, Medium Landing Ship, as U.S. Marine Corps. Brig. Gen. Robert Brodie, Director of Expeditionary Warfare, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, looks on during an establishment ceremony for the Medium Landing Ship (LSM) Program Office at the Humphrey's Building on Washington Navy Yard, D.C., Oct. 24, 2024. Col. Feltham's position as a program director is unique in that a Marine will lead a Navy program office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Bustamante

A U.S. Marine, center, assigned to 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, gives a safety brief to Philippine Marines and special operations forces coast guardsmen, and Republic of Korea special reconnaissance Marines before combat rubber raiding craft training as part of exercise KAMANDAG 8 in Philippines, Oct. 20, 2024. KAMANDAG is an annual Philippine Marine Corps and U.S. Marine Corps-led exercise aimed at enhancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ defense and humanitarian capabilities by providing training in combined operations with foreign militaries in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.

A U.S. Marine, center, assigned to 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, gives a safety brief to Philippine Marines and special operations forces coast guardsmen, and Republic of Korea special reconnaissance Marines before combat rubber raiding craft training as part of exercise KAMANDAG 8 in Philippines, Oct. 20, 2024. KAMANDAG is an annual Philippine Marine Corps and U.S. Marine Corps-led exercise aimed at enhancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ defense and humanitarian capabilities by providing training in combined operations with foreign militaries in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.

Photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms

U.S. Marines assigned to Reconnaissance Company, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Philippine Marines and special operations forces coast guardsmen, and Republic of Korea special reconnaissance Marines ride combat rubber raiding craft in formation during training as part of exercise KAMANDAG 8 at Marine Base Gregorio Lim, Ternate, Philippines, Oct. 20, 2024. KAMANDAG is an annual Philippine Marine Corps and U.S. Marine Corps-led exercise aimed at enhancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ defense and humanitarian capabilities by providing valuable training in combined operations with foreign militaries in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. This year marks the eighth iteration of this exercise and includes participants from the French Armed Forces, Royal Thai Marine Corps, and Indonesian Marine Corps; including continued participation from the Australian Defense Force, British Armed Forces, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, and Republic of Korea Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms)

U.S. Marines assigned to Reconnaissance Company, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Philippine Marines and special operations forces coast guardsmen, and Republic of Korea special reconnaissance Marines ride combat rubber raiding craft in formation during training as part of exercise KAMANDAG 8 at Marine Base Gregorio Lim, Ternate, Philippines, Oct. 20, 2024. KAMANDAG is an annual Philippine Marine Corps and U.S. Marine Corps-led exercise aimed at enhancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ defense and humanitarian capabilities by providing valuable training in combined operations with foreign militaries in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. This year marks the eighth iteration of this exercise and includes participants from the French Armed Forces, Royal Thai Marine Corps, and Indonesian Marine Corps; including continued participation from the Australian Defense Force, British Armed Forces, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, and Republic of Korea Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms)

Photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms

Marine Corps Sgt. Lance Steiner, a rifleman with 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), participates in a deck shoot aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Sept. 30, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea to promote regional stability and deterring aggression.

Marine Corps Sgt. Lance Steiner, a rifleman with 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), participates in a deck shoot aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Sept. 30, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea to promote regional stability and deterring aggression.

Photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen

Marines with Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, Philippine Marines with 4th Marine Brigade, and service members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force hold a planning meeting during KAMANDAG 8 in Philippines, Oct. 15, 2024. KAMANDAG is an annual Philippine and U.S. Marine Corps-led exercise aimed at enhancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ defense and humanitarian capabilities by providing training in combined operations with foreign militaries to keep a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.

Marines with Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, Philippine Marines with 4th Marine Brigade, and service members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force hold a planning meeting during KAMANDAG 8 in Philippines, Oct. 15, 2024. KAMANDAG is an annual Philippine and U.S. Marine Corps-led exercise aimed at enhancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ defense and humanitarian capabilities by providing training in combined operations with foreign militaries to keep a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.

Photo by Sgt. Shaina Jupiter

A U.S. Marine Corps Light Armored Vehicle assigned to 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, shoots an M242 Bushmaster 25mm main gun during a low-light live-fire training aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 24, 2024. LAR Co. conducted training to maintain readiness as part of the 15th MEU Marine Air-Ground Task Force and proficiency in mission-essential capabilities.

A U.S. Marine Corps Light Armored Vehicle assigned to 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, shoots an M242 Bushmaster 25mm main gun during a low-light live-fire training aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 24, 2024. LAR Co. conducted training to maintain readiness as part of the 15th MEU Marine Air-Ground Task Force and proficiency in mission-essential capabilities.

Photo by Sgt. Patrick Katz

A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper helicopter assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), fires missiles during Assault Support Tactics 4 as part of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-25, at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, California, Oct. 22, 2024. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine aviation in support of the Marine Air Ground Task Force, Joint ,and Coalition Forces.

A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper helicopter assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), fires missiles during Assault Support Tactics 4 as part of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-25, at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, California, Oct. 22, 2024. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine aviation in support of the Marine Air Ground Task Force, Joint ,and Coalition Forces.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jack Labrador

The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is presented to U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Sean Olson, administrative specialist, Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, during his meritorious promotion and award ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 13, 2024. Olson, a California native, received the medal for rescuing two individuals who were struggling to stay afloat in rough waters, showcasing his exceptional dedication and performance as a Marine. He also earned a meritorious promotion, ahead of normal service requirements, signifying his outstanding performance as a Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chloe Zimmerer)

The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is presented to U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Sean Olson, administrative specialist, Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, during his meritorious promotion and award ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 13, 2024. Olson, a California native, received the medal for rescuing two individuals who were struggling to stay afloat in rough waters, showcasing his exceptional dedication and performance as a Marine. He also earned a meritorious promotion, ahead of normal service requirements, signifying his outstanding performance as a Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chloe Zimmerer)

Photo by Chloe Zimmerer

U.S. Marines from Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, and a civilian pose for a group photo following Cpl. Sean Olson’s meritorious promotion and award ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 13, 2024. Olson, a California native, received a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for rescuing two people who were struggling to stay afloat in rough waters. He also earned a meritorious promotion, ahead of normal service requirements, signifying his outstanding performance as a Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chloe Zimmerer)

U.S. Marines from Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, and a civilian pose for a group photo following Cpl. Sean Olson’s meritorious promotion and award ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 13, 2024. Olson, a California native, received a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for rescuing two people who were struggling to stay afloat in rough waters. He also earned a meritorious promotion, ahead of normal service requirements, signifying his outstanding performance as a Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chloe Zimmerer)

Photo by Chloe Zimmerer

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mark Schaefer, left, commanding officer, congratulates Cpl. Sean Olson, administrative specialist, both with Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, after his meritorious promotion and award ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 13, 2024. Olson, a California native, received a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for rescuing two people who were struggling to stay afloat in rough waters. He also earned a meritorious promotion, ahead of normal service requirements, signifying his outstanding performance as a Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chloe Zimmerer)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mark Schaefer, left, commanding officer, congratulates Cpl. Sean Olson, administrative specialist, both with Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, after his meritorious promotion and award ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 13, 2024. Olson, a California native, received a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for rescuing two people who were struggling to stay afloat in rough waters. He also earned a meritorious promotion, ahead of normal service requirements, signifying his outstanding performance as a Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chloe Zimmerer)

Photo by Chloe Zimmerer

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Battalion Landing Team 1/8 conduct a memorial run in remembrance of the 1983 Marine barracks bombing in Beirut, Lebanon, aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Oct. 20, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Battalion Landing Team 1/8 conduct a memorial run in remembrance of the 1983 Marine barracks bombing in Beirut, Lebanon, aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Oct. 20, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen)

Photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen

Marines assigned to 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, walk towards a staging area after disembarking a U.S. Navy Landing Craft, Air Cushion 27, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 16, 2024. Elements of the 15th MEU embarked aboard amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), returned to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton after a seven-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region in support of regional stability and a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Marines assigned to 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, walk towards a staging area after disembarking a U.S. Navy Landing Craft, Air Cushion 27, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 16, 2024. Elements of the 15th MEU embarked aboard amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), returned to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton after a seven-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region in support of regional stability and a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Photo by Sgt. Patrick Katz

Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center instructors hike as 3-man glacier teams alongside Argentine marines to the summit of a mountain range in Argentina, Sept. 6, 2024. Knowledge exchanges such as these foster camaraderie and mutual reliance between U.S. and Argentine forces which aims to strengthen their ability to cooperate for future exercises.

Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center instructors hike as 3-man glacier teams alongside Argentine marines to the summit of a mountain range in Argentina, Sept. 6, 2024. Knowledge exchanges such as these foster camaraderie and mutual reliance between U.S. and Argentine forces which aims to strengthen their ability to cooperate for future exercises.

Photo by Cpl. Samuel Qin

Marine Corps Cpl. Timothy Phelps Jr., an infantry rifleman with 2d Marine Division, conducts a 200-meter swim test during Tres Kolos 24 on Camp Savaneta, Aruba, Oct. 15, 2024. Marines conducted a deployment for training to Aruba to conduct small-unit training while building camaraderie with the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps, a NATO Ally and routine training partner.

Marine Corps Cpl. Timothy Phelps Jr., an infantry rifleman with 2d Marine Division, conducts a 200-meter swim test during Tres Kolos 24 on Camp Savaneta, Aruba, Oct. 15, 2024. Marines conducted a deployment for training to Aruba to conduct small-unit training while building camaraderie with the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps, a NATO Ally and routine training partner.

Photo by Cpl. Antonino Mazzamuto