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9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

U.S. Marines and Sailors salute the colors during a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. U.S....

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II MSB prepares for MEFEX-24

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, II MEF Information Group, help establish a joint logistics operating center while...

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2nd ANGLICO JTAC virtual trainer with NATO allies

U.S. Marines with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and NATO allied service members simulate...

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24th MEU (SOC) Aircraft Arrive to the Republic of Cyprus

U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier jets with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations...

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CLB-22 Conducts Physical Assessment at 2nd MLG Human Performance Center

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, observe Gunnery Sgt. Jesse Philippi, staff...

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Camp Lejeune’s School Liaison Officer Loves Serving Marine Parents and Students

9/12/2024 - https://lejeunenewriver.usmc-mccs.org/news/camp-lejeune-s-school-liaison-officer-loves-serving-marine-parents-and-students

Military air training set for 2 days at NC coastal town; exercise against ferry attack set near coast for 1 day

9/12/2024 - https://news.yahoo.com/news/major-military-air-training-set-181643483.html

2 US Marines are safe after assault by protesters in Turkey

9/12/2024 - https://www.stripes.com/branches/navy/2024-09-02/turkey-assault-service-members-wasp-15051155.html

A US Marine Corps attack helicopter fired off a new 'fire and forget' missile for the first time in the Pacific, striking a moving vessel

7/10/2024 - https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/a-us-marine-corps-attack-helicopter-fired-off-a-new-fire-and-forget-missile-for-the-first-time-in-the-pacific-striking-a-moving-vessel/ar-BB1p4V0c?ocid=BingNewsVerp

Thousands of Marines wrap weeks of Philippine exercises

6/26/2024 - https://www.stripes.com/branches/marine_corps/2024-06-24/philippines-marine-corps-exercises-china-14280633.html

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Christopher Thelusma with 2nd Dental Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force, and a native of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, examines a tooth mold on Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Sept. 10, 2024. According to Thelusma’s leadership, he was selected as Warrior of the Week for his professional manner, mental fortitude, and hard work as a sterile processing department technician. Thelusma processed 1,200 dental instruments with zero discrepancies resulting in zero patient care interruptions. When asked what he enjoys most about his work, Thelusma replied, “The most rewarding part about dental is letting people go home feeling good about their smile and giving them a good confidence boost.” Each week, 2nd MLG recognizes one outstanding Marine or Sailor that goes above and beyond in their duties and embodies the qualities of an outstanding service member. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Sgt. Mary Kohlmann) (This image was edited to black and white for artistic purposes)

HM3 Christopher Thelusma; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

U.S. Navy Capt. Arthur Wiggins, left, from Virginia and the chaplain of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), pins the Fleet Marine Force (FMF) Warfare Insignia on Chief Religious Program Specialist Kenneth Armstead, from Alabama, with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron (MWHS) 2, during a ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Aug. 30, 2024. The FMF Warfare Insignia is earned by Sailors assigned to FMF units and signifies that a Sailor has achieved a required level of excellence and proficiency with an enhanced comprehension of warfighting, mission effectiveness, and command survivability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Navy Chief Religious Program Specialist Kenneth Armstead receives the Fleet Marine Force Warfare Insignia

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Justin Shonk, left, Cpl. Zachary Whited, middle, antitank missile gunners with 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, and Lt. Col. Jonathan W. Landers, the commanding officer of 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, right, announces accomplishments on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 30, 2024. Shonk and Whited stopped to assist a 73-year-old Marine veteran stranded on the side of an interstate changing their tire after it blew out. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christopher Doughty)

U.S. Marines Assist Marine Veteran Stranded on the Interstate

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Kelli Oldham, center, a native of Pocatello, Idaho, and a Corpsman with 2nd Medical Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, poses for a photo alongside her fellow corpsman on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, Aug. 19, 2024. Oldham’s command selected her as Warrior of the Week due to her expertise during Service Level Training Exercise 5-24, where she filled the role of Medical Regulator for the exercise, tracking 325 simulated casualties from point of injury to definitive care with zero discrepancies. When asked how she felt about being selected as Warrior of the Week she said, “I’m super grateful to work with such a wonderful team of doctors, nurses and corpsman, and I’m honored to be selected to represent everything we accomplished here (in Twentynine Palms).” Each week, 2nd MLG recognizes one outstanding Marine or Sailor that goes above and beyond in their duties and embodies the qualities of an outstanding service member. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

HM2 Oldham; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joshua Whitaker, a small arms repair technician with 2nd Maintenance Battalion, 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, August 21, 2024. Whitakers command selected him for Warrior of the Week for inspiring his fellow Marines with his infectious "can do" attitude, and constantly taking the time to heavily invest in his Marines’ welfare. When asked what advice he would give to junior Marines Whitaker replied, “You know who you are and what you can do... be proud of yourself and keep pushing forward.” Each week, 2nd MLG recognizes one outstanding Marine or Sailor that goes above and beyond in their duties and embodies the qualities of an outstanding service member. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Sgt. Whitaker; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

Featured Stories

Emergency Response Drill prepares Camp Lejeune to respond to an active threat

Marines and civilians assigned to Headquarters and Support (H&S) Battalion, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, tested their response capabilities through a series of drills focused on an active threat to the installation. During the multi-faceted drill, H&S Battalion, along with the Provost Marshal’s Office (PMO) and Fire and Emergency Services Division (FESD), worked with Marine Corps Installations East G-3 Operations, the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team, Communication Strategy and Operations (COMMSTRAT), and Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune (NMCCL).

24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) Sustainment Training in the Republic of Cyprus

THE REPUBLIC OF CYPRUS – Elements of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) arrived in Paphos, Cyprus ahead of scheduled bilateral training with the Republic of Cyprus National Guard, September 9, 2024. The training, set to take place from September to early November, was coordinated with the Government of the Republic of Cyprus and the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia. The United States is grateful to the Republic of Cyprus and its National Guard for their significant commitment and contribution of resources to support this bilateral training.

Lance Cpl. Parker Anderton wins 2nd MAW Cowbell Award

Recognizing inefficiencies in existing processes, Lance Cpl. Parker Anderton, from Maine, a 1341 Heavy Equipment Mechanic with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), took it upon himself to develop a more effective troubleshooting system to mitigate those inefficiencies in MWSS-271’s maintenance and repair process.

City Bus Route Offers Patrons Affordable Transportation between Camp Lejeune and Jacksonville

Jacksonville Transit’s Scarlet Express bus route was created to improve the quality of life for

CLB-22 Welcomes Students Back to School

Sep 05 2024

Jacksonville

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Anthony M. Ansley II, right, commanding officer of Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, places his cover on a student's head during a CLB-22 adopt-a-school event at Carolina Forest International Elementary School, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, August 26, 2024. This event welcomed students back to the classrooms, providing extra motivation and well wishes as they start their first day of school following summer break. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

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24th MEU (SOC) Leadership Visits the USS Oak Hill (LSD 51)

Sep 05 2024

Mediterranean Sea

Lt. Cmdr. Ike, USS Wasp Expeditionary Facility Dog, prepares to depart the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 20, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is on a scheduled deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations to support U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, and to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jacqueline Peguero-Montes)

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Psychological Operations Participates in MWX

Sep 05 2024

Twentynine Palms

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Adrian Negron Dejesus, left, a York, Pennsylvania native and psychological operations influence specialist with III Marine Expeditionary Force, and Sgt. Krystal Gallego, a Houston, Texas native and PSYOP influence specialist with Second Air-Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, sets up a next generation loudspeaker during Service Level Training Exercise 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Aug. 22, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Grace Stover)

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3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment Field Exercise

Sep 05 2024

Camp Lejeune

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Alden Bell, an anti-tank missile gunner with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, looks through a command launch unit during a Battalion Field Exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 23, 2024. The Battalion FEX allowed the Marines to increase proficiency in military operations in urban environments and enhance unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Alston)

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1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment Tactical Small Unit Leadership Course

Sep 05 2024

Camp Lejeune

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Dylan Landers, an Ohio native and infantry team leader with 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, bounds towards a target during the Tactical Small Unit Leadership Course on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 15, 2024. TSULC provided small unit leaders with the confidence, knowledge and ability to better lead Marines in combat situations, contributing to the continued generation of combat ready forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.)

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MAG-14 Change of Command

Aug 22 2024

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, Nc.

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Benjamin W. Grant, left, from Ohio, the oncoming commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 14, receives the ceremonial colors from Col. James T. Bardo, from California, the outgoing commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 14 during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Aug. 16, 2024. The ceremony represented a transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability from Bardo to Grant. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan)

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II MEF Flyaway

Aug 22 2024

BOGUE AIR FIELD, Nc.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Calvert L. Worth Jr., commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force, left, awards a challenge coin to Lance Cpl. Jose Benitez-Urquia, a food service specialist with II MEF Support Battalion, II MEF Information Group, during a II MEF exercise at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field, Bogue, North Carolina, Aug. 15, 2024. The purpose of the exercise is to provide II Marine Expeditionary Force the opportunity to rehearse command and control capabilities in a tactical environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexander Hires)

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V 1/2 Distributed Maneuver Exercise

Aug 22 2024

MARINE CORPS AIR-GROUND COMBAT CENTER, Calif.

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division drag a simulated casualty during a Marine Air-Ground Task Force Distributed Maneuver Exercise as part of Service Level Training Exercise 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Aug. 13, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

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24th MEU (SOC) Non-Lethal Weapons

Aug 22 2024

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Nicholas Bates, an anti-tank missile gunner with combined anti-armor team, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), participates in a non-lethal weapons course aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 7, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is on a scheduled deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations to support U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, and to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jacqueline Peguero-Montes)

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24th MEU (SOC) Small Boat Ops

Aug 22 2024

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct formation drills aboard a rigid-hull inflatable boat during small boat operations from the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 9, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is on a scheduled deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations to support U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, and to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jacqueline Peguero-Montes)

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Any Clime, Any Place: 26th MEU(SOC), 32nd Marine Brigade integrate during Greek Bilat 2.0

Feb. 17, 2024 | 0:36

U.S. Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26MEU(SOC)) conduct cold weather training alongside Greek partners in the 32nd Marine Brigade as the first Allied force to train at the Mount Olympus Mountain Training Center, 12-19 Feb. 2024.

This bilateral training enables an exchange of tactics, techniques, and procedures for both cold weather and mountain warfare environments.

The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC), is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied, and partner interests.

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9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

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II MSB prepares for MEFEX-24

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2nd ANGLICO JTAC virtual trainer with NATO allies

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24th MEU (SOC) Aircraft Arrive to the Republic of Cyprus

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CLB-22 Conducts Physical Assessment at 2nd MLG Human Performance Center

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Camp Lejeune’s School Liaison Officer Loves Serving Marine Parents and Students

Military air training set for 2 days at NC coastal town; exercise against ferry attack set near coast for 1 day

2 US Marines are safe after assault by protesters in Turkey

A US Marine Corps attack helicopter fired off a new 'fire and forget' missile for the first time in the Pacific, striking a moving vessel

Thousands of Marines wrap weeks of Philippine exercises

HM3 Christopher Thelusma; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

U.S. Navy Chief Religious Program Specialist Kenneth Armstead receives the Fleet Marine Force Warfare Insignia

U.S. Marines Assist Marine Veteran Stranded on the Interstate

HM2 Oldham; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

Sgt. Whitaker; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

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Lance Cpl. Parker Anderton wins 2nd MAW Cowbell Award

City Bus Route Offers Patrons Affordable Transportation between Camp Lejeune and Jacksonville

CLB-22 Welcomes Students Back to School

24th MEU (SOC) Leadership Visits the USS Oak Hill (LSD 51)

Psychological Operations Participates in MWX

3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment Field Exercise

1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment Tactical Small Unit Leadership Course

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II MEF Flyaway

V 1/2 Distributed Maneuver Exercise

24th MEU (SOC) Non-Lethal Weapons

24th MEU (SOC) Small Boat Ops

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