II Marine Expeditionary Force

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Replenishment-at-Sea

A U.S. Navy MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26, collects supplies from Military Sealift Command Henry J....

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Land Navigation

A U.S. Marine with Kilo Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), uses a map and compass...

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22nd MEU Amphibious Operations

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), offload cargo from a landing craft, air...

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2nd LAAD SMARTSHOOTER live-fire

U.S. Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, use the SMARTSHOOTER system to open...

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2nd LAR TOW Missile Range

U.S. Marines with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division displace from the range during a Tube-launched, Optically-tracked,...

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Harrier Flight Operations

A U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced), 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations...

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CLB 22 Field Fortification Ex

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Auston Pennell, left, and Cpl. Donovan Zamorski, motor transport vehicle operators with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat...

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FSB Activation Ceremony

U.S. Marines with 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division participate in an activation ceremony for Fire Support Battalion on Marine Corps Base...

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24th MEU Insert & Extract Drills

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 3d Battalion, 2d Marines, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), hold security as an MV-22B Osprey, with Marine...

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Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Tom Braaten, left, presents Cpl. Mya Seymour, a combat graphics specialist with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, with flowers during a Service Person of the Quarter ceremony at the New Bern Golf and Country Club, New Bern, North Carolina, Dec. 11, 2025. The New Bern Military Alliance honored Seymour for a commitment to service that extends far beyond her duties, recognizing her selfless contributions to local non-profits and her dedication to mentoring children. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Powell) — New Bern Military Alliance Committee honors Service Person of the Quarter

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Aramani Tonuao, left, an expeditionary fuels technician, and Lance Cpl. Carson Maroon, a motor vehicle operator, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, speak to Marines and Sailors with CLB-6 following a promotion ceremony during Exercise Freezing Winds 2025 in Dragsvik, Finland, Dec. 4, 2025. In recognition of their work ethics and impact on unit readiness, the Marines were meritoriously promoted to corporal. Freezing Winds is conducted to increase interoperability between Marines, Finland, and NATO Allies by executing combined amphibious operations in and around the Baltic Sea littorals, and is part of a regularly occurring series of exercises in northern Europe that demonstrates the capability to deploy and train Marines and Sailors in support of the NATO Alliance. Tonuao is a native of Washington. Maroon is a native of Illinois. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway) — Two U.S. Navy Sailors awarded Fleet Marine Force pin and two Marines promote to Corporal while deployed

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jordan Morrison, center, a combat engineer, and 1st Lt. Cameron Quinn, right, an engineer officer, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, stand at attention, while Gunnery Sgt. David Freeman, an engineer operations chief, with CLB 6, CLR 2, 2nd MLG, reads a promotion warrant, during Exercise Freezing Winds 2025 in Dragsvik, Finland, Dec. 5, 2025. Freezing Winds is conducted to increase interoperability between Marines, Finland, and NATO Allies by executing combined amphibious operations in and around the Baltic Sea littorals, and is part of a regularly occurring series of exercises in northern Europe that demonstrates the capability to deploy and train Marines and Sailors in support of the NATO Alliance. Morrison is a native of Texas. Quinn is a native of Vermont. Freeman is a native of Maryland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson) — Texas native, U.S. Marine promotes during European deployment

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U.S. Navy Capt. Arthur Wiggins, center, from Virginia, former wing chaplain, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo with family members during his retirement ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 21, 2025. In April of 2004, Wiggins commissioned as a Lieutenant in the Navy Chaplain Corps after previously serving 14 years in the Marine Corps. In 2025, Wiggins completed his military career as the wing chaplain for 2nd MAW. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa) — Capt. Wiggins retirement ceremony

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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joseph Manzie, right, the staff-noncommissioned officer-in-charge of Sapper Leaders Course 1-26, reads a certificate of completion during the graduation ceremony of SLC 1-26 on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, on Nov. 20, 2025. SLC is held to provide small unit leaders with 2d MARDIV the knowledge and ability to conduct squad level operations, increasing unit efficiency and warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noelia Vazquez) — NCOs graduate as class of SLC 1-26

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22nd MEU(SOC) | LAR Marines Conduct Dry Fire Training

Dec 10 2025

Caribbean Sea

A U.S. Marine with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), conducts a speed reload drill during dry fire training, aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS San Antonio (LPD 17), while underway in the Caribbean Sea, Dec. 3, 2025. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

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22nd MEU(SOC) | Attack Drone Training: Practical Application

Dec 11 2025

Camp Santiago

U.S. Marine Corps riflemen with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), load a simulated warhead onto a Neros Archer first-person view drone during attack drone training on Camp Santiago, Puerto Rico, Nov. 19, 2025. 22nd MEU(SOC) Marines are being trained and certified by the 2nd Marine Division and the Marine Corps Attack Drone Team on first-person view drone systems to enhance combat readiness. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president's priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

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II MSB Mobility Exercise

Dec 11 2025

Camp Lejeune

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, II MEF Information Group, collect embarkation data for equipment at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 5, 2025. Marines with II MEF Support Battalion then loaded the equipment in preparation for missions, honing their skills while showcasing the unit’s capabilities to prepare for onward movement at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jack Labrador)

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22nd MEU(SOC) | 81mm Mortars RSOP

Dec 10 2025

Camp Santiago

U.S. Marines Corps mortarmen , with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), set up an M252A2 81mm mortar system during a reconnaissance, surveillance, and occupation of position exercise on Camp Santiago, Puerto Rico, Dec. 3, 2025. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president's priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

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V2/8 Fire Integration Support Control Exercise

Dec 08 2025

Camp Lejeune

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Isabelle Hutmacher, a native of Ohio and a combat graphics specialist with Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, takes video of a fire integration support control exercise on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 16, 2025. The exercise reinforces critical skills for fire integration support teams and increases their effectiveness and lethality. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.)

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MCAS New River Go Getter: Lance Cpl. Karla Sotoarguello

The morning's first light illuminates just enough to see the frost still covering the ground. The sun has yet to rise, but she has already begun her day. It’s only the start of December yet the temperature is brisk. As her feet hit the pavement, the cold air feels almost unbearable to her lungs. The thought that she could still be lying in bed has crossed her mind multiple times, but she knows that discipline is only built through habits. For Lance Cpl. Karla Sotoarguello pushing herself to be better was one of the reasons she joined the Marine Corps.

VMM-264 reactivates following five-year hiatus

Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 264, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), was reactivated during a ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, on Thursday.

Blount Island Leaders Discuss Ship-to-Shore Needs for Long-Term Readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Lee Meyer, director of expeditionary warfare on the Navy chief of naval operations' staff (OPNAV N95), visited Blount Island Command leadership Dec. 8 to discuss improving ship-to-shore systems and enhancing fleet readiness.

More Than a Forge: A Ministry for Active-Duty Service Members

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. — The winter holiday season is traditionally a time of celebration and connection for service members and their families. However, for some Marines and Sailors, it can also be a period marked by isolation and loneliness.

Camp Lejeune unveils new Regional Law Center

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly constructed Regional Law Center-East (RLC-E) on Dec. 4, 2025, marking a significant milestone in restoring and enhancing legal capabilities across the installation following the damage caused by Hurricane Florence.

FASTEUR Trains with Moldovan Security Forces

Jan. 22, 2024 | 0:31

U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team Company, Europe (FASTEUR), train with Moldovan security forces during an Embassy Engagement Exercise in Chișinău, Moldova, Jan. 18-23, 2024. Task Force 61/2.3 FASTEUR provides capabilities such as rapid response expeditionary anti-terrorism and security operations in support of Commanders, United States European Command and as directed by Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet in order to protect vital naval and national assets. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cameron Ross)

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II Marine Expeditionary Force

01

Replenishment-at-Sea

02

Land Navigation

03

22nd MEU Amphibious Operations

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2nd LAAD SMARTSHOOTER live-fire

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2nd LAR TOW Missile Range

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Harrier Flight Operations

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CLB 22 Field Fortification Ex

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FSB Activation Ceremony

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24th MEU Insert & Extract Drills

22nd MEU(SOC) | LAR Marines Conduct Dry Fire Training

22nd MEU(SOC) | Attack Drone Training: Practical Application

II MSB Mobility Exercise

22nd MEU(SOC) | 81mm Mortars RSOP

V2/8 Fire Integration Support Control Exercise

Featured Stories

MCAS New River Go Getter: Lance Cpl. Karla Sotoarguello

VMM-264 reactivates following five-year hiatus

Blount Island Leaders Discuss Ship-to-Shore Needs for Long-Term Readiness

More Than a Forge: A Ministry for Active-Duty Service Members

Camp Lejeune unveils new Regional Law Center

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2nd MAW 2025 (vertical)

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Pride in Proficiency: U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 4 with 2nd MAW discusses what it means to be a Warrant Officer

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22nd MEU(SOC) | Neros Archer FPV Drone Training Teaser

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It Starts with Us | 22nd MEU(SOC) Completes Neros Archer FPV Drone Training in Puerto Rico

Flashback Friday: The Marines of Guadalcanal

Flashback Friday: The Marines of Guadalcanal

22nd MEU Nimble Elder

22nd MEU Nimble Elder

2nd Combat Engineers Participate In The Sapper Leaders Course

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VMFA-533 change of command

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2nd MAW 2025

2nd MAW 2025

2nd Battalion, 8th Marines MCCRE

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