II Marine Expeditionary Force

Mission

When directed, II Marine Expeditionary Force deploys and is employed as a Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) in support of Combatant Commander (CCDR) requirements for contingency response or Major Theater War. With appropriate augmentation, II MEF serves as the core element of a Joint Task Force (JTF); prepares and deploys combat ready MAGTF’s to support CCDR presence and crisis response; and supports service and CCDR initiatives as required.

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We must embody the values and ideals of our Nation

Marines and Sailors, know and understand the information in MARADMIN 016/21 that was released yesterday. We must embody the values and ideals of our Nation. We support and defend the Constitution. Any act that disrupts the Constitutional process is not only against our traditions, core values, and oath; it is against the law. Make sure you and your fellow service members know what’s allowed and not allowed regarding political activities and online behavior. Semper Fidelis

1,000 US Marines arrive in Norway for cold-weather training

More than 1,000 Marines and sailors have arrived in Setermoen, Norway for Arctic warfare training, Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa said Friday. The Camp Lejeune, N.C.-based Marines are part of a rotational force that trains with the Norwegian military and other NATO allies.

Here's How Troops Will Repay Suspended Payroll Taxes in 2021

Most military members will spend the next year repaying payroll taxes that were not withheld from their paychecks over the last four months of 2020, due to a temporary exemption put in place by President Donald Trump.

Camp Lejeune receives Christmas trees from Christmas Spirit Foundation

To celebrate the season of giving, the Christmas Spirit Foundation partnered with the FedEx Corporation along with Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) and Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune (MCIEAST-MCB Camp Lejeune) to show their gratitude for the service members and their sacrifices.

Motivator of the Week

Lance Cpl. Marco A. Cerda, a network administrator with Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2d MLG, poses for a photo on MCB Camp Lejeune, N.C., January 5, 2020. "Take the good, remove the bad, and add your own mix," said Cerda, a San Juan, Texas, native. According to his leadership, Lance Cpl. Cerda is being recommended for Motivator of the Week for actions while serving as the noncommissioned officer in-charge of the Network on the Move asset. He takes initiative and sets the example for his peers to emulate with his positive attitude and motivation. Lance Cpl. Cerda has become an asset to both the communications section and CLR-2 with his uncommon dedication to the mission. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Scott Jenkins)

Jan 08 2021

2nd Marine Logistics Group Motivator of the Week

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Scott Jenkins

Lance Cpl. Marco A. Cerda, a network administrator with Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2d MLG, poses for a photo on MCB Camp Lejeune, N.C., January 5, 2020. "Take the good, remove the bad, and add your own mix," said Cerda, a San Juan, Texas, native. According to his leadership, Lance Cpl. Cerda is being recommended for Motivator of the Week for actions while serving as the noncommissioned officer in-charge of the Network on the Move asset. He takes initiative and sets the example for his peers to emulate with his positive attitude and motivation. Lance Cpl. Cerda has become an asset to both the communications section and CLR-2 with his uncommon dedication to the mission. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Scott Jenkins)

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Lance Cpl. Muya M. Malenga, a administrative specialist/legal clerk with Head Quarters Company, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., January, 7, 2021. "Courage is not having the strength to go on, it is going on when you do not have the strength," said Malenga, a Las Vegas, NV, native. According to his leadership, Malenga has been an asset since his arrival. LCpl Malenga ensures his duties are completed to the best of his ability and takes personal pride in the quality of his work and attention to detail. Although legal is one of the busiest sections within the S1, any time LCpl Malenga does have, he utilizes to ask questions and cross train with his peers in order to grow within his field. As a result, he has been able to more efficiently track and process over 150 administrative separations, command investigations, NJPs, and courts martials. LCpl Malenga is a trustworthy team player who is always ready and willing to cover down for his team in any capacity he is needed while maintaining an enthusiastic positive attitude and uplifting everyone around him. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer E. Reyes)

Jan 08 2021

2nd Marine Division Motivator of the Week

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer E. Reyes

Lance Cpl. Muya M. Malenga, a administrative specialist/legal clerk with Head Quarters Company, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., January, 7, 2021. "Courage is not having the strength to go on, it is going on when you do not have the strength," said Malenga, a Las Vegas, NV, native. According to his leadership, Malenga has been an asset since his arrival. LCpl Malenga ensures his duties are completed to the best of his ability and takes personal pride in the quality of his work and attention to detail. Although legal is one of the busiest sections within the S1, any time LCpl Malenga does have, he utilizes to ask questions and cross train with his peers in order to grow within his field. As a result, he has been able to more efficiently track and process over 150 administrative separations, command investigations, NJPs, and courts martials. LCpl Malenga is a trustworthy team player who is always ready and willing to cover down for his team in any capacity he is needed while maintaining an enthusiastic positive attitude and uplifting everyone around him. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer E. Reyes)

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Sgt. Jamir K. Smith, an avionics technician with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C. , November 17, 2020. "It's better to be prepared for an opportunity and not have one, than have an opportunity and not be prepared," said Smith, a Brooklyn, N.Y., native. According to his leadership, Smith's guidance resulted in 689 maintenance action form sign-offs, accounting for over 3,149 maintenance man-hours completed with in the avionics department. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

Jan 08 2021

2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Motivator of the Week

Lance Cpl Elias E. Pimentel III

Sgt. Jamir K. Smith, an avionics technician with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C. , November 17, 2020. "It's better to be prepared for an opportunity and not have one, than have an opportunity and not be prepared," said Smith, a Brooklyn, N.Y., native. According to his leadership, Smith's guidance resulted in 689 maintenance action form sign-offs, accounting for over 3,149 maintenance man-hours completed with in the avionics department. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

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Sgt. Christopher Leon, a field radio operator with 2nd Air-Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., January 7, 2021. "If you're not a starter and you think you should be, give them no choice on the decision. Play so well it's undeniable," said Leon, a Brooklyn, N.Y., native. According to his leadership, Sgt. Leon is a fire and forget Marine in the truest sense. Leon leads from the front and sets the example for his peers and junior Marines to emulate by ensuring that the Marines understand all aspects and capabilities of 2nd ANGLICO. Leon is constantly coordinating professional military education events for his Marines, maintaining a constant learning environment for those within 2nd ANGLICO. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Megan Roses)

Jan 08 2021

II MIG Information Group Motivator of the Week

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Megan Roses)

Sgt. Christopher Leon, a field radio operator with 2nd Air-Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., January 7, 2021. "If you're not a starter and you think you should be, give them no choice on the decision. Play so well it's undeniable," said Leon, a Brooklyn, N.Y., native. According to his leadership, Sgt. Leon is a fire and forget Marine in the truest sense. Leon leads from the front and sets the example for his peers and junior Marines to emulate by ensuring that the Marines understand all aspects and capabilities of 2nd ANGLICO. Leon is constantly coordinating professional military education events for his Marines, maintaining a constant learning environment for those within 2nd ANGLICO. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Megan Roses)

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