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2nd DSB Prepares for ALPV Operations

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Andrew Nugent, left, a motor vehicle operator with Maritime Distribution Platoon, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion,...

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2nd AA BN ACV Surf Ops

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Donovan Hill, an Amphibious Combat Vehicle crewmember with 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division and a...

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CLB 22 Hosts Demolition Range for Spanish and Peruvian Forces

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, stand up logs prior to a demolition range...

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CLB 22 Helicopter Support Team Operations

Marines with the Infanteria de Marina del Peru (Peruvian naval infantry) pose for a photo while attending helicopter support team operations...

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DLAP 3-25 kriegspiel

U.S. Marine Corps officers with 2nd Marine Division conduct a game of kriegspiel as part of Division Leadership Assessment Program Course 3-25 on...

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CLB 22 Conducts sUAS Operations

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Adam Ramirezsilva, a distribution management specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd...

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Multinational forces conduct dive operations together

Marines with Infanteria de Marina del Peru (Peruvian naval infantry) pose for a photo while conducting dive operations as part of exercise UNITAS...

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Urban operations training

Marines with Cuerpo de Infantería de Marina (Mexican marine corps) communicate with each other while conducting patrol lanes and urbanized terrain...

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2nd CRR Supply Company Leadership Reaction Course

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Supply Company, 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, receive a safety brief prior to executing a...

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Grant Morris, a digital wideband systems maintainer with 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, II MEF, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 4, 2025. Morris designed a dust cover for the hand-held radio test set during the additive manufacturing basic course hosted by the II MEF Innovation Campus. The additive manufacturing basic course focuses on providing students with knowledge and access to tools that assist in finding and utilizing reverse engineering, digital part design, and basic 3D printing of polymers. The 3D-printed dust cover provided the Marine Corps a quick and cost-effective solution to protect the communication equipment from dust, sand, wear and tear, extending its service life. Morris is a native of Nevada. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway) — Cpl. Grant Morris Designs 3D-Printed Dust Cover During Additive Manufacturing Course

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A U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Matthew Hagan, a hospital corpsman, with Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing receives his Chief Petty Officer anchors during a Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 16, 2025. Established by the Navy in 1893, the distinction for Chief Petty Officer was marked by changes in uniform and authority, with chief selects completing a six-week initiation that included physical fitness, team-building, and leadership training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester — MCB Camp Lejeune Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony

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Congressman Jake Ellzey, center, (TX-06), prays at a luncheon with Marines and House representatives during a bipartisan congressional delegation (CODEL) on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 12, 2025. The delegation of Representatives was held to inform the For Country Caucus on updates to Force Design 2030, quality of life issues and aerial refueling initiatives. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa DeCrane) — Camp Lejeune CODEL Visit

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U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Chad Barnhart, left, the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit surgeon and Michigan native, shakes hands with U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Nadia Sensing, the senior enlisted leader with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27 during his promotion ceremony at Landing Zone Falcon at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sep. 14, 2025. A promotion ceremony is a formal recognition of a service member's advancement in rank and responsibilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jorge Borjas) — SPMAGTF-ACM surgeon promotion to lieutenant commander

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U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Maura M. Hennigan, 2nd Marine Logistics Group commanding general, left, presents Lance Cpl. Gabriel Jacobs, a logistics specialist with 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment, 2nd MLG, with a challenge coin at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 15, 2025. Hennigan presented challenge coins to Marines participating in 2nd CRR’s regimental field exercise for their excellence and tactical expertise in their military occupational specialties. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Makayla Elizalde) — 2nd MLG Commanding General recognizes Marines during 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment Field Exercise

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UNITAS 2025: HMLA-269 conducts close air support training

Sep 22 2025

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. David Hancock, a crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, and a Tennessee native, fires an M-134 minigun from a UH-1Y Venom helicopter assigned to HMLA-269 during close air support training for exercise UNITAS 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 18, 2025. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since first conducted in 1960. This year marks the 66th iteration of the world’s longest running annual multinational maritime exercise. The exercise trains forces in joint maritime operations that enhance tactical proficiency and increase interoperability with the presence of unmanned air, surface and submarine systems. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jorge Borjas)

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UNITAS 2025: Multinational forces conduct kinetic range

Sep 22 2025

Camp Lejeune

Sargento Primero Anxo Pita Lopez, a marine with Infantería de Marina (Spanish marine corps) maneuvers towards a target during a multinational kinetic range as part of exercise UNITAS 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 20, 2025. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since first conducted in 1960. This marks the 66th iteration of the world’s longest running annual multinational maritime exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jack Labrador)

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U.S. Marines with 2nd MAW and 2nd MLG conduct HST operations during UNITAS 2025

Sep 22 2025

MCAS New River

U.S. Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, and Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, conduct helicopter support team operations during exercise UNITAS 2025 at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Sept. 18, 2025. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since first conducted in 1960. This marks the 66th iteration of the world’s longest running annual multinational maritime exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mya Seymour)

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Camp Lejeune 2025 Marine Corps Half Marathon

Sep 18 2025

Camp Lejeune

U.S. service members and civilians start the 2025 Marine Corps Half Marathon on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 13, 2025. The 13.1-mile race offers a unique opportunity to experience Marine Corps traditions with a dedicated Heroes Mile, honoring those killed in action, before pushing through the final half of the race. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Devaraja Renshaw)

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UNITAS 2025 | Combat Logistics Battalion 22 Conducts sUAS Operations with TRV-150

Sep 19 2025

Camp Lejeune

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Adam Ramirezsilva, a distribution management specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, briefs a Peruvian Infantería de Marina del Perú (Peruvian naval infantry) on the Tactical Resupply Vehicle 150 unmanned aircraft system during exercise UNITAS 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 17, 2025. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since first conducted in 1960. This year marks the 66th iteration of the world’s longest running annual multinational maritime exercise. The exercise trains forces in joint maritime operations that enhance tactical proficiency and increase interoperability with the presence of unmanned air, surface and submarine systems. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

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U.S. Marines, Swedish forces sharpen littoral combat capabilities

Sep 18 2025

Korso

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Hayden Spurling, a LAV-25 gunner with Alpha Company, 2d Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2d Marine Division, engages U.S. and Swedish Marines acting as opposition forces alongside Swedish Marines during Exercise Archipelago Endeavor 2025 in Korso, Sweden, Sept. 7, 2025. The exercise strengthens the relationship between the United States and Sweden and provides a unique training opportunity for both countries. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Xavier Alicea)

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1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment Family Day

Sep 18 2025

Camp Lejeune

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary Matteson, a Florida native, an infantry rifleman with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, coaches a guest during a family day celebration on Observation Point 2, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 12, 2025. V12 hosted a family day celebration to give Marines and Sailors a chance to show their family members a glimpse of their day-to-day duties while also offering hands-on demonstrations of Marine Corps equipment and weapons. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

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2nd MAW prepare for Exercise Carolina Dragon 25

Sep 19 2025

Naval Station Norfolk

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Zachary Pipher, from New York, and a mobility facility technician with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 31, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, secures cargo while aboard the Military Sealift Command Wright-class aviation logistics support ship SS Wright (T-AVB-3) during Exercise Carolina Dragon 25 at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, Sept. 16, 2025. Carolina Dragon 25 is a 2nd MAW and Expeditionary Strike Group 2 exercise designed to validate and exercise the SS Wright’s capabilities and to prepare and confirm readiness for incorporation into future 2nd MAW exercises and contingency operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

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II MEF Change of Charge Ceremony

Sep 17 2025

Camp Lejeune

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Calvert L. Worth Jr., commanding general, II Marine Expeditionary Force, left, and U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer John C. Beck , command master chief, II MEF, stand at the position of attention during a change of charge ceremony at II MEF Headquarters Building, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 16, 2025. The change of charge ceremony symbolized the transfer of responsibility and authority to ensure the well-being of all personnel under the charge of the command master chief. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Caroline Perkins)

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UNITAS 2025: Close Air Support Training

Sep 19 2025

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE

Teniente Gonzalo Lanzagorta, a marine with Infanteria de Marina (Spanish marines), speaks with U.S. Marines with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment during close air support training for exercise UNITAS 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 17, 2025. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since first conducted in 1960. This year marks the 66th iteration of the world’s longest running annual multinational maritime exercise. The exercise trains forces in joint maritime operations that enhance tactical proficiency and increase interoperability with the presence of unmanned air, surface and submarine systems. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jorge Borjas)

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Bipartisan Congressional Delegation Tours MCB Camp Lejeune

U.S. Representatives Jake Ellzey (TX-06), and Don Davis (NC-01), lead a bipartisan congressional delegation visit to Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina on Sept. 12, 2025, providing updates to House of Representatives members about Force Design 2030, quality of life issues and aerial refueling initiatives.

First F-35 B ever built makes its way to MCAS Beaufort

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION BEAUFORT, S.C. – Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort welcomed a piece of aviation history. The F-35B Lightning II, known as BF-01 is the first F-35B variant ever built, and it has made its way to the Lowcountry to serve as a permanent static display, ushering in a new era for Marine Corps Aviation.

Combat Logistics Battalion 2; Warrior of the Week Cpl. Luis Garcia

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -- U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Luis Garcia, a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, was selected as the 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week by his command due to his superior leadership, technical mastery, and unwavering dedication to mission accomplishment at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 9, 2025.

2nd MLG Leads the Way in Command Data Analytics

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – In today’s world, data drives everything. Whether it’s hand-drafted information that’s carefully observed, assessed, and aggregated by a team of experts, or the ones and zeros pinging behind a computer’s AI program that output identifiable patterns, nothing in 2025 is possible without data analytics. Modern case studies in battlefields across the globe prove that the ability to recognize trends and analyze recurring behaviors is a critical component of success in present-day conflict.

II Marine Expeditionary Force Chief of Protocol Retires after 27 years of service

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Hope Fiorvanti, II Marine Expeditionary Force Chief of Protocol to the Commanding General, announced her retirement during a ceremony at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 5, 2025.

Sgt. Jared Colon speaks on the Selective Retention Bonus program

July 24, 2025 | 1:31

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jared Colon, from New Jersey, and an avionics technician with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Training Squadron (VMUT) 2 speaks about his reenlistment and the retention bonus program at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 24, 2025. The program offers reenlistment bonuses to eligible non-commissioned and staff non-commissioned officers in order to incentivize retention of talented Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

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II Marine Expeditionary Force

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2nd DSB Prepares for ALPV Operations

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2nd AA BN ACV Surf Ops

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CLB 22 Hosts Demolition Range for Spanish and Peruvian Forces

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CLB 22 Helicopter Support Team Operations

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DLAP 3-25 kriegspiel

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CLB 22 Conducts sUAS Operations

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Multinational forces conduct dive operations together

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Urban operations training

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2nd CRR Supply Company Leadership Reaction Course

UNITAS 2025: HMLA-269 conducts close air support training

UNITAS 2025: Multinational forces conduct kinetic range

U.S. Marines with 2nd MAW and 2nd MLG conduct HST operations during UNITAS 2025

Camp Lejeune 2025 Marine Corps Half Marathon

UNITAS 2025 | Combat Logistics Battalion 22 Conducts sUAS Operations with TRV-150

U.S. Marines, Swedish forces sharpen littoral combat capabilities

1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment Family Day

2nd MAW prepare for Exercise Carolina Dragon 25

II MEF Change of Charge Ceremony

UNITAS 2025: Close Air Support Training

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Bipartisan Congressional Delegation Tours MCB Camp Lejeune

First F-35 B ever built makes its way to MCAS Beaufort

Combat Logistics Battalion 2; Warrior of the Week Cpl. Luis Garcia

2nd MLG Leads the Way in Command Data Analytics

II Marine Expeditionary Force Chief of Protocol Retires after 27 years of service

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