Marines


II Marine Expeditionary Force
II MEF Logo
Come to Fight. Come to Win.
Official U.S. Marine Corps Website

01

2DSB Air Delivery Training

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Bryan Sotelo, data systems administrator with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd...

02

CLB22 Homecoming

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl Roger Hartzler, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics...

03

HIMARS in Norway

U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, launch a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System during a live-fire...

04

2LAAD Bat. fires stinger

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class William Baldwin, left, a native of California and a hospital corpsman, and U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Colin Rowan,...

05

Pier Offload in Norway

U.S. Marine Corps Joint Light Tactical Vehicles with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, staged at...

 

In the News

Featured Stories

 

U.S. Marines with VMFA-542 and VMGR-252 conduct distributed aviation operations in Sweden during Exercise Nordic Response 24
March 13, 2024 | 1:11
U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), refuel F-35B Lightning II jets with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, 2nd MAW, using aviation-delivered ground refueling during Exercise Nordic Response 24 in Lulea, Sweden, March 13, 2024. VMFA-542 and VMGR-252 demonstrated aviation-delivered ground refueling during a distributed aviation operation to showcase expeditionary advanced-base operations using host-nation support. The training event marked the first U.S. F-35 landing in Sweden at Kallax Air Base. Exercise Nordic Response 24 is designed to enhance military capabilities and allied cooperation in high-intensity warfighting scenarios under challenging arctic conditions while providing U.S. Marines unique opportunities to train alongside NATO allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Rowdy Vanskike) (Music licensed from DeWolfe Music)

U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), refuel F-35B Lightning II jets with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, 2nd MAW, using aviation-delivered ground refueling during Exercise Nordic Response 24 in Lulea, Sweden, March 13, 2024. VMFA-542 and VMGR-252 demonstrated aviation-delivered ground refueling during a distributed aviation operation to showcase expeditionary advanced-base operations using host-nation support. The training event marked the first U.S. F-35 landing in Sweden at Kallax Air Base. Exercise Nordic Response 24 is designed to enhance military capabilities and allied cooperation in high-intensity warfighting scenarios under challenging arctic conditions while providing U.S. Marines unique opportunities to train alongside NATO allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Rowdy Vanskike) (Music licensed from DeWolfe Music)

Tags

KC-130J Super HerculesUSMCNewsEABONATOSpotlightNR24NordicResponse24

Discover
More Recent

Filter
U.S. Marines with VMFA-542 and VMGR-252 conduct distributed aviation operations in Sweden during Exercise Nordic Response 24

March 13, 2024 | 1:11

View Video
U.S. Marines with VMFA-542 and VMGR-252 conduct distributed aviation operations in Sweden during Exercise Nordic Response 24

March 13, 2024 | 1:11

HM3 Haschert; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

March 13, 2024 | 0:47

View Video
HM3 Haschert; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

March 13, 2024 | 0:47

Sleeves Up

March 6, 2024 | 1:50

View Video
Sleeves Up

March 6, 2024 | 1:50

U.S. Marines work with NATO allies during explosive ordnance disposal range in Norway

March 5, 2024 | 1:35

View Video
U.S. Marines work with NATO allies during explosive ordnance disposal range in Norway

March 5, 2024 | 1:35

French Creek Fitness Center Open 24Hrs

March 5, 2024 | 1:02

View Video
French Creek Fitness Center Open 24Hrs

March 5, 2024 | 1:02

Task Force 61/2 recap

March 4, 2024 | 0:58

View Video
Task Force 61/2 recap

March 4, 2024 | 0:58

MEU (SOC) Stand Alone Video

March 1, 2024 | 2:35

View Video
MEU (SOC) Stand Alone Video

March 1, 2024 | 2:35

MEU (SOC) Trailer and Full Video

March 1, 2024 | 2:59

View Video
MEU (SOC) Trailer and Full Video

March 1, 2024 | 2:59

MEU (SOC) Trailer

March 1, 2024 | 0:27

View Video
MEU (SOC) Trailer

March 1, 2024 | 0:27

24th MEU (SOC) Trailer

March 1, 2024 | 0:27

View Video
24th MEU (SOC) Trailer

March 1, 2024 | 0:27

2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion fires stinger-launch simulators in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24

Feb. 29, 2024 | 0:28

View Video
2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion fires stinger-launch simulators in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24

Feb. 29, 2024 | 0:28

U.S. Marines take a plunge in Ice-Breaker Drill during exercise Nordic Response 24

Feb. 29, 2024 | 1:56

View Video
U.S. Marines take a plunge in Ice-Breaker Drill during exercise Nordic Response 24

Feb. 29, 2024 | 1:56

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division conduct live-fire ranges in Norway in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24

Feb. 27, 2024 | 0:59

View Video
U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division conduct live-fire ranges in Norway in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24

Feb. 27, 2024 | 0:59

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment conduct live-fire ranges in Norway in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24

Feb. 25, 2024 | 1:09

View Video
U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment conduct live-fire ranges in Norway in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24

Feb. 25, 2024 | 1:09

DLAP 2.0

Feb. 25, 2024 | 0:26

View Video
DLAP 2.0

Feb. 25, 2024 | 0:26

  • British Royal Marine Commandos visit the USS Bataan

    Feb 29 2024
    USS Bataan, United States
    A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced) trades patches with a British Royal Marine on the flight deck of the Wasp class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan, Feb. 25, 2024. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group is transferred under NATO command in the Eastern Mediterranean in order to conduct a series of short notice vigilance activities with elements of time Maritime Command’s Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 and the Turkish Navy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)
  • Bataan Photo EX

    Feb 29 2024
    Mediterranean Sea
    U.S. Navy Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), front, Turkish frigates TCG Gelibolu (F-493) and TCG Goksu (F-497), center, and San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), back, transit in formation in the Mediterranean Sea, Feb. 26, 2024. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group transferred to NATO command in the Eastern Mediterranean in order to conduct a series of short notice vigilance activities with elements of Allied Maritime Command’s Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 and the Turkish navy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)
  • U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft with VMGR-252 arrive in Norway for Exercise Nordic Response 24

    Feb 29 2024
    Andenes, Norway
    Two U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft, both assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, arrive in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24 at Andenes, Norway, Feb. 25, 2024. Exercise Nordic Response, formerly known as Cold Response, is a NATO training event conducted every two years to promote military competency in arctic environments and to foster interoperability between the U.S. Marine Corps and allied nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez)
  • Headquarters and Service Battalion, 2nd MLG Participates in Reading Across America

    Mar 06 2024
    Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
    Lt. Col. Brian T. Everett, commanding officer, Headquarters and Service Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, reads a book to elementary students at Parkwood Elementary School during Readers Make Leaders Day as part of Reading Across America Week in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Feb. 27, 2024. On the last Friday of every month, at least 10 Marines with H&S Battalion volunteer to be role models and mentors for students at Parkwood Elementary School through the “Adopt a School” program, strengthening community relationships between the Marine Corps and the public. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)
  • U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 Hornets take flight with VMFA-312 in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24

    Mar 06 2024
    Andenes, Nordland
    U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Brent Boren Jr., left, a native of Illinois and a fixed-wing aircraft mechanic with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, inspects an F/A-18D Hornet in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24 at Andenes, Norway, Feb. 23, 2024. Exercise Nordic Response, formerly known as Cold Response, is a NATO training event conducted every two years to promote military competency in arctic environments and to foster interoperability between the U.S. Marine Corps and allied nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez)
  • 500m Swim DLAP

    Feb 29 2024
    Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
    U.S. Marine Corps Capt. David Allen, an infantry officer with 3rd Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division (MARDIV), conducts a 500 meter swim during the Division Leaders Assessment Program (DLAP) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 22, 2024. DLAP is a rigorous course that tests and improves the warfighting abilities of leaders across 2d MARDIV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Eric Dmochowski)
  • 26th MEU(SOC) and Italian San Marco Brigade Marines Showcase Tactics, Equipment

    Feb 29 2024
    Massafra, Italy
    U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26th MEU(SOC)) and Italian San Marco Brigade Marines exchange sniper tactics, techniques, and procedures during a bilateral exercise at Massafra, Italy, Feb. 24, 2024. The 26th MEU(SOC), embarked aboard USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), conducted Marine Air-Ground Task Force interoperability training with Italian San Marco Brigade Marines and maritime forces to sustain readiness in core mission essential tasks. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 26th MEU(SOC), is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia)
  • Bataan Amphibious Ready Group Conducts Photo Ex

    Feb 29 2024
    Mediterranean Sea
    U.S. Navy Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), front, Turkish frigates TCG Gelibolu (F-493) and TCG Goksu (F-497), center, and San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), back, transit in formation in the Mediterranean Sea, Feb. 26, 2024. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group transferred to NATO command in the Eastern Mediterranean in order to conduct a series of short notice vigilance activities with elements of Allied Maritime Command’s Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 and the Turkish navy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Cpl. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)
  • Combat Logistics Battalion 6 M249 Machine Gun Range

    Feb 29 2024
    Setermoen, Norway
    A U.S. Marine with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, fires a M249 machine gun during a machine gun range in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 21, 2024. CLB-6 is in Norway apart of Marine Rotational Forces Europe 24.1 which focuses on regional engagements throughout Europe by conducting various exercises, arctic cold-weather and mountain warfare training, and military-to-military engagements, which enhance overall interoperability of the U.S. Marine Corps with allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)
  • U.S. Marines with VMGR-252 and VMFA-312 conduct flight operations in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24

    Mar 06 2024
    Andenes, Norway
    A U.S. Marine Corps pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, flies an F/A-18D Hornet during routine flight operations in preparation for Exercise Nordic Response 24 at Andenes, Norway, Feb. 29, 2024. Exercise Nordic Response, formerly known as Cold Response, is a NATO training event conducted every two years to promote military competency in arctic environments and to foster interoperability between the U.S. Marine Corps and allied nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez)

 

 

  CONNECT WITH US