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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Steven Gomez, a small arms repairer/technician with weapons training battalion, fires a World War II M1 Grand rifle during the Marine Corps Championships on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, March 31, 2023. Marines who place in the top 10-percent at their respective Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition receive an invitation to participate in the Marine Corps Championships that consists of 10 days of competition in precision rifle, action rifle, precision pistol, action pistol, and multi gun action shooting.

Photo by Cpl. Mitchell Johnson

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Christopher D. Genualdi, capabilities integration officer, Logistical Combat Element Integration Division, Capabilities Development Directorate, Combat Development and Integration, speaks during a demonstration at DZ Cockatoo on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, March 29, 2023. Combat Development and Integration demonstrated the Tactical Resupply Unmanned Aircraft System, programming the Unmanned Logistics Systems-Air to carry a payload over a short distance, drop it at a specified location in the landing zone and return to its staring point. The TRUAS has a 9-mile range and maximum payload of 150 pounds, which is sufficient to fly in ammunition, food, medical supplies, and batteries, among other supplies. This small system only requires two Marines to operate and will be a game-changing capability for our distributed forces. Fielding this capability is a critical step in setting conditions for the development of the ULS-A Medium system, which is the required capability for large-scale tactical distribution in a contested space.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla M. LeClaire

The Tactical Resupply Unmanned Aircraft Systemflies during a demonstration at DZ Cockatoo on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, March 29, 2023. Combat Development and Integration demonstrated the TRUAS, programming the Unmanned Logistics Systems-Air to carry a payload over a short distance, drop it at a specified location in the landing zone and return to its staring point. The TRUAS has a 9-mile range and maximum payload of 150 pounds, which is sufficient to fly in ammunition, food, medical supplies, and batteries, among other supplies. This small system only requires two Marines to operate and will be a game-changing capability for our distributed forces. Fielding this capability is a critical step in setting conditions for the development of the ULS-A Medium system, which is the required capability for large-scale tactical distribution in a contested space.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla M. LeClaire

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Courtney O’Brien, commanding officer of Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 352, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, salutes the color guard during the squadron’s 80th birthday on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, March 30, 2023. The Marines of VMGR-352 celebrated 80 years of dedicated service and a strong legacy with a commemorative speech and ceremony. O’Brien is a Hanover, Pennsylvania native.

Photo by Cpl. Daniel Childs

An explosive charge detonates during ordnance training in preparation for Friendship Day 2023, at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, March 26, 2023. The MCAS Iwakuni Explosive Ordnance Disposal team has been conducting various controlled explosions since December 2022 in preparation for Friendship Day 2023.

Photo by Cpl. Raymond Tong

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, demonstrates the capabilities of a military working dog during a unit family day on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 6, 2023. Marines with 2nd Supply Battalion conducted a unit family day to increase camaraderie, boost morale, and to grow connections with friends and family.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marines with 3rd Littoral Combat Team, 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, conduct Range 410A, a platoon-level training event, during Marine Littoral Regiment Training Exercise at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 7, 2023. MLR-TE is a large-scale, service-level exercise designed to train, develop, and experiment with the 3rd MLR as part of a Marine Air-Ground Task Force, led by 3rd Marine Division, operating as a Stand-in Force across a contested and distributed maritime environment.

Photo by Cpl. Scott Aubuchon

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Herbert Tunley III, a fixed wing aircraft mechanic, signals to Maj. Douglas Kansier, F-35B Lightning II aircraft pilot and executive officer of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242 at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, April 5, 2023. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group 12 routinely conduct arming, expeditionary refueling and flight operations to maintain proficiency and readiness in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Photo by Cpl. Tyler Harmon

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines participate in a live-fire grenade launcher range during Korean Marine Exercise Program 23-2 at Rodriguez Live-fire Complex, Republic of Korea, March 30, 2023. is a series of continuous-combined training exercises designed to enhance the ROK-U.S. Alliance, promote stability on the Korean Peninsula, and strengthen combined military capabilities and interoperability. 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines is forward deployed in the Indo-Pacific under 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program.

Photo by Sgt. Mario Ramirez

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Samuel Meyer, commanding officer of the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, co-pilots an AH-1Z Venom helicopter during take-off from the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), March 29, 2023. The 13th MEU is embarked with the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of the Makin Island and the amphibious transport docks USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) and USS Anchorage (LPD 23), and operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Chad J. Pulliam

Republic of Korea Marines and U.S. Marines assigned to Battalion Landing Team 2/4, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct a simulated amphibious assault during Ssang Young 23. Celebrating the 70th anniversary of the U.S.-ROK Alliance, Ssang Young 2023 strengthens the Alliance through bilateral, joint training, contributing toward the ROK’s combined defense of the Korean Peninsula and increasing the readiness of the U.S.-ROK Alliance.

Photo by Sgt. Nicolas Atehortua

U.S. Marine Corps Benjamin McDonald, a bulk fuel specialist with Bulk Fuel Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, pumps excess sea water out of a liquid bladder during tactical bulk fuel operations on Silver Strand State Beach, California, May 4, 2022. Demonstrations of both existing and new bulk liquid distribution systems were utilized to aid development of fuel distribution in contested littoral environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Trent Holton, a transmissions system operator with 9th Communication Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, sights into the common laser range finder-integrated capability system as part of a call-for-fire practical application class during the ANGLICO Basic Course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, March 8, 2023. ABC graduates will depart as technically and tactically proficient Marines capable of making sound decisions in complex operational situations and with a baseline understanding of ANGLICO mission-specific skill sets, regardless of military occupational specialty.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Trent Henry

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Marine Division participate in the 2023 Super Squad competition on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., from March 07 - 10, 2023. Super Squads promotes a competitive environment and embodies the warrior spirit to encourage Marines across the division to strive for excellence in every aspect of being a Marine.

Photo by Cpl. Oneg Plisner

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines and Republic of Korea Marines with 3rd Battalion, 1st Regiment, 2nd Marine Division prepare to clear a building while conducting urban training during Korean Marine Exercise Program 23.3 at Rodriguez Live-fire Complex, Republic of Korea, March 28, 2023. KMEP is a series of continuous-combined training exercises designed to enhance the ROK-U.S. Alliance, promote stability on the Korean Peninsula, and strengthen combined military capabilities and interoperability. 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines is forward deployed in the Indo-Pacific under 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program.

Photo by Sgt. Mario Ramirez

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, provides security during a hasty exfiltration as part of a small boat raid course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, March 16, 2023. The EOTG small boat raid course enhances Marines' tactics, techniques, and procedures in expeditious amphibious raid operations in preparation for future deployments.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isaac Velasco

U.S. Marines with Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct boat patrols during a littoral movement as part of MEU Exercise III on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 11, 2023. BLT 1/6 continues to enhance rigid-hulled inflatable boat readiness through conducting on and off and shore to shore drills prior to deployment. The 11m RHIBs provide a high-speed, long –range, low-signature combatant craft capable of projecting and recovering Marines for a variety of missions.

Photo by Cpl. Aziza Kamuhanda

U.S. Marine Corps aircraft rescue and firefighting specialist with Air Ground Support Detachment, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, enter a downed aircraft during a simulated mass casualty incident at MCAGCC, Twentynine Palms, California, March 14, 2023. AGSD and the MCAGCC Fire Department teamed up to test their preparedness to prevent the loss of life in real emergencies.

Photo by LANCE CPL JUSTIN J. MARTY

A U.S Marine fires a pistol during the 2023 Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition East on Stone Bay, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 10, 2023. All Marines east of the Mississippi were invited to attend this annual competition to increase their combat effectiveness and lethality using MCB Camp Lejeune's premier ranges.

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer E. Reyes

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines and a Republic of Korea Marine with 3rd Battalion, 1st Regiment, 2nd Marine Division participate in a combined patrol during Korean Marine Exercise Program 23.3 at Rodriguez Live-fire Complex, Republic of Korea, March 28, 2023. KMEP is a series of continuous-combined training exercises designed to enhance the ROK-U.S. Alliance, promote stability on the Korean Peninsula, and strengthen combined military capabilities and interoperability. 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines is forward deployed in the Indo-Pacific under 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program.

Photo by Sgt. Mario A. Ramirez