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U.S. Marines and Sailors with II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion (MSB), II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, participate in a 4-mile hike throughout Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 5, 2021. The hike heightened the physical readiness level of the battalion to deploy as well as improve the comradery amongst the Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Peter George Fillo)
U.S. Marines with II MEF Support Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force, conducted a conditioning hike at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 5, 2021. The hike heightened the physical readiness level of the battalion to deploy as well as improve the comradery amongst the Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres)
Cpl. Kelvin Newcomb, a financial management resource analyst with II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C, Febuary 4, 2021. “Don’t kill them with kindness, torture them with success.” said Newcomb, a Macomb, Mich., native. According to his leadership, Newcomb has become a strong leader with incredible perseverance in the face of adversity. Leadership’s Reason for Selection: Cpl. Kelvin Newcomb has shown himself to be a strong leader with incredible perseverance in the face of adversity. His motivation is potable and he has great attention to detail; which is important for a Marine in his field. He is professional in both his appearance and actions. In the past month, he has represented the Comptroller Office and the MIG Command Element as a whole exceptionally well at his Corporals Course by finishing second overall academically in his class and receiving the Gung Ho award. He is a determined, highly driven, and goal oriented individual. We are lucky to have him as one of our Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Haley McMenamin)
Sergeant Austin Hill, an intelligence chief with Marine Air Control Group 28 (MACG-28) poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 3, 2021. “You cannot judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree,” said Hill, a St. Louis, Missouri native. According to his leadership, Hill has mentored all intelligence Marines within three squadrons on how to better perform their duties as analysts as well as briefing all of MACG-28’s commanders and operations officers on denial and deception tactics that can enhance the survivability in a peer-to-peer conflict. Hill consistently performs above what is expected of an non-commissioned officer and inspires his Marines around him to do better and think abstractly on a daily basis. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damaris Arias)
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Hector De Jesus, a research and analytics chief with II Marine Expeditionary Force Communication Strategy and Operations, fires his M9 service pistol during a pistol range at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 3, 2021. Marines must have the versatility, flexibility, and skills to deal with any situation at any level of intensity across the entire range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cheyenne Stillion)
Cpl. Jeremiah Lafrance, a squad leader with Mobility Assault Company, 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2d Marine Division, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., February 9, 2021. “Leadership is a privilege not a right,” said Lafrance, a West Palm Beach, Fla., native. According to his leadership, Lafrance is an enthusiastic and driven Marine who works daily to mold and mentor future leaders, instructing both junior Marines and his peers alike His ability to lead his peers while in this billet shows the immense levels of respect the Marines have for him due to his charismatic leadership style. Lafrance’s strict sense of responsibility and professionalism continues to inspire the Marines under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elijah J. Abernathy)
Lance Cpl. Kaleb Lindsey, a flight equipment technician with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 261, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C, January 29, 2021. “A good leader will lead through gaining the respect of those above and below them,” said Lindsey, a Hutto, Texas native. According to his leadership, Lindsey is a crucial part of the flight equipment work center and the squadron. Lindsey recently won Marine of the Quarter for VMM-261. In the six months that Lindsey has been in the flight equipment work center, he has signed off 673 maintenance action forms with 640.6 work hours. Lindsey's efforts are critical to the flight equipment work center as he keeps his peers motivated and actively engaged in any given task. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Yuritzy Gomez)
Sgt Steven M. Wendt, an EOD Technician with 1st Platoon, EOD Company, 8th ESB, 2nd MLG, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., January 29, 2021. “No matter the MOS, always strive to maintain the fundamental skill set of a Marine Rifleman”. said Wendt, a DuPage, Ill., native. According to his leadership, Wednt possesses the ability to adapt to any situation, making him a force multiplier for not only his platoon but also the company. His most recent achievement of excellence was obtaining a shooting range high of 341 on the rifle range. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl Rachel K. Young)
Cpl. Corbin K. Bird, a motor transport operator with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune N.C., January 29, 2021. “Don’t be a Beta,” said Bird, a Galasko, Ky., native. According to his leadership, Bird competently fills the role of a liaison between Bravo Battery Motor Transport and 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, Headquarters Motor Transport maintenance section, ensuring accurate information and maintenance of vehicles is performed. Bird received a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal for his actions during ROLLING THUNDER 1-21 on Fort Bragg, for his outstanding ability to keep the digital terrain analysists mapping system within the battery fully operational, ultimately keeping the battery in the fight for the duration of the training event. Bird is aspiring to have the opportunity to be on a meritorious sergeant board. Soon after, he is planning on attending Drill Instructor School and becoming a Drill Instructor. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer E. Reyes)
Lance Cpl. Destiny Ramos, an aviation operations chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269 poses for a photo on Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., January 29, 2021. “An enemy who puts obstacles in front of you to see to it that you fall, while a leader teaches you to walk when you only knew how to crawl,” said Ramos, a Leesburg, Fla. native. According to her leadership, Ramos’ professionalism, maturity, and motivation has made her stand out among her peers. Ramos is proficient is her primary military occupation specialty as an aviation operations specialist and recently was appointed as the squadrons aviation operations chief, which is normally occupied by a staff sergeant. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Yuritzy Gomez)
HM Elijah M. Molinaerario, a Dental Assistant with H-1 Dental Clinic, 2D DENTAL BN, 2D MLG, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., January 29, 2021. ""Always display the leadership qualities of the type of leader that you would want to follow.," said Molinaerario, a Rialto, Calif., native. According to his leadership, HN Molinaerario has been a great ambassador for 2D DENBN while attached to Weapons Training Battalion (WTBN).  He provided 85 hours of medical coverage for 65 Marines conducting range operations. He conducted 5 classes of annual training courses which included Marine History, Clothing items, TCCC, Application of a tourniquet, and Organization of a MAGTF for 27 Marines and 1 Sailor. He volunteered to set-up and breakdown for the WTBN Change of Command ceremony contributing to a safe and successful event for 42 attendees. HN Molina's eagerness to learn new tasks, stalwart motivation and his steadfast work ethic have earned him his selection as the 2D MLG Motivator of the Week! (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)
Corporal Nicholas Wright, an electronic warfare team leader with 2nd Radio Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, poses for a photo in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 18, 2021. “Respect goes both ways. No matter the rank. Treat everyone how you would want to be treated”. said Wright, a LaPlata, Md., native. According to his leadership, Wright is setting the example as a team leader and a noncommissioned officer in the company. In the absence of platoon leadership, he executed commander’s intent and was able to preemptively solve issues. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Angelo Garavito)
Lance Cpl. Alyssa David answer questions from local media at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., January 22, 2021. Davis, a native of Bridgeport, Conn., serves as a maintenance administrative specialist at Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167. On the night of September 25, 2020, David came upon the scene of a vehicle collision where a tractor trailer struck a truck along Kinston Highway in Jacksonville, N.C. She immediately took charge of the scene, directed bystanders to call 911, and was able to triage and extract a toddler from the backseat of the vehicle. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Yuritzy Gomez)
Lance Cpl. Alyssa David receives the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for heroic service during a ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, January 22, 2021. David, a native of Bridgeport, Connecticut, serves as a maintenance administrative specialist at Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167. On the night of September 25, 2020, David came upon the scene of a vehicle collision where a tractor trailer struck a truck along Kinston Highway in Jacksonville, North Carolina. She immediately took charge of the scene, directed bystanders to call 911, and was able to triage and extract a toddler from the backseat of the vehicle. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Yuritzy Gomez)
Lance Cpl. Abner, N, Agen III, a fire-team leader with Echo company, 2d Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune N.C., January 21, 2021. "Die first then quit," said Agen, a St. Lawrence, N.Y., native. According to his leadership, Agen took the initiative in creating a training schedule tailored to the Marines in the platoon. Agen took charge in teaching about weapons organic to a rifle squad. He instructed over six hours of weapon familiarization in reference to Marine Corps order 3-11.2. Agen developed a Performance Evaluation Check and oversaw four hours of practical application including disassembly/assembly, basic functions, functions checks, corrective actions and basic employment. Agen ensured the knowledge was retained by each Marine and performed remediation when necessary. Agen single handily raised the overall lethality and combat readiness of the 28 Marines under his charge in hope that in his absence, their performance would be second to none. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elijah J. Abernathy)
A U.S. Marine with II MEF receives the COVID vaccine on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 20, 2021. Vaccination distribution prioritization within the DoD and the Marine Corps will be consistent with the data driven CDC guidance for national prioritization. Marines will continue to practice safety protocols to diminish the risk of COVID-19. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Lyden)
A U.S. Navy corpsman administers a U.S. Marine with the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 15.
U.S. Marines prepare the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 15.
U.S. Marines and Sailors, know and understand the information in MARADMIN 016/21 released Jan. 12, 2021. We support and defend the Constitution and we must embody the values and ideals of our Nation. Any act that disrupts the Constitutional process is not only against our traditions, core values, and oath; it is against the law. This infographic was created to bring awareness to service members in what is allowed and not allowed regarding political activities and online behavior. (U.S. Marine Corps graphic illustration created by Sgt. Austyn Saylor)
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