II Marine Expeditionary Force News

Lejeune & New River Leaders Deliver Key Updates at Community Luncheon

Victoria Long — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:53:00 GMT

Senior leaders from Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCIEAST-MCB) Camp Lejeune and

Beyond the Horizon: JUMP 20 Extends the 22nd MEU’s Maritime Dominance

2nd Lt. Emma Shattuck — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 12:37:41 GMT

ATLANTIC OCEAN – The modern battlespace demands agility, adaptability, and an unyielding pursuit of technological advantage. In a strategic leap forward, the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) redefined maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) during the Iwo Jima (IWO) Amphibious Ready Group Marine Expeditionary Unit exercise (ARGMEUEX), held off the east coast from May 12 to May 29, 2025. This exercise, involving the USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) and the USS San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ships USS San Antonio (LPD 17) and USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28), saw the first-ever flight of the JUMP 20 Group 3 uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) aboard a San Antonio-class amphibious warship, marking a pivotal moment in the 22nd MEU's evolution and enhancing its operational readiness and lethality.

NC Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Mallette Tours Camp Lejeune

Victoria Long and 2nd Lt. Brooke Waugh — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 19:46:00 GMT

North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Jocelyn Mallette conducted

II MEF Senior Leaders Speak with Military Spouses at the Camp Lejeune Leadership Seminar

Lance Cpl. Caroline Perkins — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:41:23 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Military spouses across Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and

Lance Cpl. Emma Bolado; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

DoD News — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:16:49 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C.- U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Emma Bolado, a network

HM3 Whittemore; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:49:00 GMT

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Garrett Whittemore, a field medical service technician with

Home Away from Home; Camp Lejeune USO Provides Community for Service Members and Family

Cpl. Loriann Dauscher — Fri, 30 May 2025 13:07:00 GMT

In its first full year of operation on Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, the USO of North

Marine Attack Squadron 231 completes final Harrier flight at Cherry Point

1st Lt. Duncan Stoner — Thu, 29 May 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, known as the "Ace of Spades," marked the end of an era with its final AV-8B Harrier II flight on Thursday, culminating decades of rich history and distinguished service with the iconic vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.

Danger: Unexploded Ordnance Remains a Threat on Browns Island

Courtesy Story — Fri, 23 May 2025 15:50:00 GMT

As summer approaches, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune officials are reminding the public that

“We can’t just accept the norm”: Marine Corps Instructors Slash Idle Manpower Costs, Speed Up Training at Distribution Management Instruction Company

DoD News — Tue, 20 May 2025 17:10:00 GMT

Three Marine Corps staff sergeants recently overhauled a long-standing training bottleneck at Camp Johnson—saving hundreds of thousands of dollars and delivering more Marines to the operating forces faster.

HM3 Gibbs; 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week

Story by Sgt. Alfonso Livrieri — Fri, 16 May 2025 12:41:08 GMT

Gibbs was selected as the 2nd MLG Warrior of the Week by her leadership for her proficiency,

2nd Marine Logistics Group Recognizes Cpl. Austin Bradley as Warrior of the Week

story by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis — Thu, 15 May 2025 12:51:12 GMT

Bradley was selected as 2nd Marine Logistic Group's Warrior of the Week this week for exceeding

Mohn, Newson Honored at Oceanfront Retirement Ceremonies

Story by Dustin Senger — Thu, 15 May 2025 12:50:11 GMT

Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Jamie Mohn and Navy Chief Petty Officer Willie Newson were honored this month during separate retirement ceremonies at Naval Station Mayport's Ocean Breeze Conference Center, which boasts beachfront events with an Atlantic Ocean view.

Marine Pilot Retires to Eastern North Carolina After 26 Years of Service

Story by 1st Lt. Stephen Sewell — Thu, 15 May 2025 12:49:20 GMT

Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. – U.S. Marine Corps Major Justin Wirth, a native of Rice Lake, Wisconsin, and the Assistant Air Officer of Headquarters Battalion, 2d Marine Division, celebrated his retirement with a ceremony, here, May 9, 2025.

Camp Lejeune Marks 129th Stop for 9/11 Memorial Flag

2nd Lt. Brooke Waugh — Wed, 14 May 2025 20:12:00 GMT

A memorial flag stitched from thousands of American and international flags made its 129th stop at

New 2nd Marine Logistics Group Headquarters Building Completed at Camp Lejeune

2nd Lt. Brooke Waugh — Thu, 08 May 2025 12:45:00 GMT

The 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG) has officially completed its move into a new, purpose-built

How one Marine Corps Master Sergeant's career experiences shaped a people-first approach towards leadership

Lance Cpl. Mya Seymour — Wed, 07 May 2025 12:39:04 GMT

Sirens pierced through the walls of the C-130 Hercules aircraft that he rode, indicating that rockets were inbound somewhere on the installation. The aircraft was forced to conduct a “combat landing,” taking a steeper angle than usual to land to avoid enemy fires. The year was 2011, and U.S. Marine Sgt. Allen Ravan, a Charleston, South Carolina, native and an airframes mechanic with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 513, had just landed at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan.

2nd Distribution Support Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group; Warrior of the Week Cpl. Permann

Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos — Mon, 05 May 2025 12:03:56 GMT

Permann was selected by his command due to his constant dedication to the mission success while serving as section Leader, jumpmaster and embarkation chief for 1st Platoon Air Distribution Company. His responsibilities include providing logistical planning, management, and the execution of Air Distribution Company operations. As a Jumpmaster, Permann has conducted, planned, executed, and supervised over 12 cargo and personnel drops within the past three months. When asked what advice he would give to junior Marines, Permann said, "Stay motivated and never forget what it felt like when you first earned your Eagle, Globe, and Anchor." 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 Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos)

Sgt. Lucas Camacho with the 24th MEU wins the Pfc. Littleton Award

Cpl. Victoria Hutt — Fri, 02 May 2025 12:28:42 GMT

U.S. Marine Pfc. Herbert A. Littleton was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for falling on an enemy grenade to save the lives of his Marines. Named in his honor, the Pfc. Littleton Award is intended to recognize individuals who exemplify the same courage and spirit that defined Pfc. Littleton’s service. Sgt. Lucas Camacho, a ground electronics transmission systems maintainer with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit was selected for the PFC H.A. Littleton award.

Projecting Power from the Sea

1st Lt. Cailin Duffy — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:43:57 GMT

ATLANTIC OCEAN – A bipartisan Senate Staff Delegation witnessed the critical importance of amphibious readiness and naval integration firsthand during the Amphibious Squadron 8 (PHIBRON 8) and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit's (MEU) Integration (PMINT) exercise, held off the coast of Virginia and North Carolina from April 4-5, 2025. The delegation, comprised of Senate Military Legislative Assistants, Military, Defense and National Security Advisors, observed the complex coordination required to unite the air, ground and logistics elements of the 22nd MEU with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (IWO ARG). The IWO ARG consists of its flagship, the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) and the two San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ships USS San Antonio (LPD 17) and USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28).