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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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UET on MCB Camp Lejeune

A marine, right, with Infantería de Marina (Spanish marine corps) listens to instructions during underwater egress training as part of exercise...

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HMLA-269 conducts close air support training

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. David Hancock, a crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine...

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Multinational kinetic range

Sargento Primero Anxo Pita Lopez, a marine with Infantería de Marina (Spanish marine corps) maneuvers towards a target during a multinational kinetic...

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UNITAS 2025: HST operations

U.S. Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, and Combat Logistics Battalion 22,...

 

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
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
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
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
2nd MLG Commanding General recognizes Marines during 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment Field Exercise
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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Luis Garcia, a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, poses for a photo with high mobility multipurpose wheel vehicles at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 9, 2025. Garcia was nominated as the 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week by his command due to his superior leadership, technical mastery, and unwavering dedication to mission accomplishment. Garcia is a native of Wimauma, Florida. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos) Combat Logistics Battalion 2, 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week
Combat Logistics Battalion 2, 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week
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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)

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • UNITAS 2025: Multinational Pistol Range

    Sep 18 2025
    MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE
    A marine with Brigada de Infanteria de Marina (Marine Infantry Brigade) of Guatemala engages targets with a Beretta M9 during a pistol range as part of UNITAS 2025 at Stone Bay, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 16, 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. Osmar VasquezHernandez)

  • Machine Gun and Mortars Range with Spanish Marines

    Sep 19 2025
    Camp Lejeune
    Martin Lopez, center, and Periera Avila, both soldados with Infantería de Marina (Spanish marine corps), adjusts for fire on an M252 81mm mortar system during a live-fire range with U.S. Marines with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, as part of 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. 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)

  • 2nd DSB Helicopter Support Team Operations

    Sep 11 2025
    MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE
    A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron (HMMT) 302, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, lifts an I-beam during helicopter support team operations near Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 8, 2025. 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, conducted HST training to prepare HMMT 302, Marines to manage landing zone operations and efficiently handle the pickup, movement, and landing of helicopter-borne troops, equipment, and heavy loads in combat scenarios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

  • UNITAS 2025: Spanish Marines arrive at Camp Lejeune

    Sep 15 2025
    MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE
    Marines with Infantería de Marina (Spanish marine corps) debark from amphibious ships at Onslow Beach as part of exercise UNITAS 2025, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sep. 12, 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. Osmar VasquezHernandez)

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Aug. 6, 2025 | 1:59
U.S. Marine Corps corporals with 2nd Marine Logistics Group Corporals Leadership School recite the United States Marine Corps noncommissioned officer creed at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 6, 2025. The focus of the Corporals Leadership School is to provide professional military education for noncommissioned officers by enhancing physical discipline, warfighting skills, knowledge of Marine Corps history, and Marine Corps customs. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Javier Santillan and Sgt. Jackson Kirkiewicz)

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For more information about the Corporals Leadership School, visit:

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U.S. Marine Corps corporals with 2nd Marine Logistics Group Corporals Leadership School recite the United States Marine Corps noncommissioned officer creed at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 6, 2025. The focus of the Corporals Leadership School is to provide professional military education for noncommissioned officers by enhancing physical discipline, warfighting skills, knowledge of Marine Corps history, and Marine Corps customs. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Javier Santillan and Sgt. Jackson Kirkiewicz)

Contains music from Adobe Stock: https://stock.adobe.com/search/audio?k=372214443

For more information about the Corporals Leadership School, visit:

https://www.2ndmlg.marines.mil/News/Article/Article/516877/mlg-heads-own-corporals-course/

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