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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Colton Godwin, a machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares a Neros Archer first-person view drone for flight during a FPV drone course on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 4, 2026. Hosted by 2nd Marine Division, the course equipped Marines of the 24th MEU with advanced FPV piloting skills to enhance squad-level reconnaissance and precision strike capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Colton Godwin, a machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares a Neros Archer first-person view drone for flight during a FPV drone course on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 4, 2026. Hosted by 2nd Marine Division, the course equipped Marines of the 24th MEU with advanced FPV piloting skills to enhance squad-level reconnaissance and precision strike capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Lindsey Waller, center, an ensemble leader and ceremonial conductor with the 2nd Marine Division Band, teaches a young girl how to conduct during a homeschooler community event on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. The 2nd MARDIV band hosted homeschoolers from the Onslow County area, taking them on tours, teaching them about production and the various instruments the band utilizes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noelia Vazquez)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Lindsey Waller, center, an ensemble leader and ceremonial conductor with the 2nd Marine Division Band, teaches a young girl how to conduct during a homeschooler community event on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. The 2nd MARDIV band hosted homeschoolers from the Onslow County area, taking them on tours, teaching them about production and the various instruments the band utilizes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noelia Vazquez)

Photo by Cpl. Noelia Vazquez

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Caleb Cannon, left, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, gives wristbands to role players at a simulated evacuation control center during a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, Bogue, North Carolina, May 6, 2026. CLB-22 conducted the battalion FEX to test the battalions combat readiness for the upcoming Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation and set the conditions for successful integration as the Logistics Combat Element for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Canon is a native of North Carolina. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Caleb Cannon, left, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, gives wristbands to role players at a simulated evacuation control center during a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, Bogue, North Carolina, May 6, 2026. CLB-22 conducted the battalion FEX to test the battalions combat readiness for the upcoming Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation and set the conditions for successful integration as the Logistics Combat Element for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Canon is a native of North Carolina. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Sgt. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler with Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 138 takes off during exercise Red Flag-Alaska 26-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 30, 2026. Red Flag-Alaska is a Pacific Air Forces-led exercise designed to simulate complex scenarios in a realistic training environment, providing unique opportunities to integrate joint and coalition forces into multilateral training, enhancing our ability to respond to contingencies in the region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler with Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 138 takes off during exercise Red Flag-Alaska 26-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 30, 2026. Red Flag-Alaska is a Pacific Air Forces-led exercise designed to simulate complex scenarios in a realistic training environment, providing unique opportunities to integrate joint and coalition forces into multilateral training, enhancing our ability to respond to contingencies in the region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo

U.S. service members and civilians pose for a photo to celebrate a change of command ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 17, 2025. Lt. Col. Adam S. Young relinquished command to Lt. Col. Rob K. Livengood, the incoming commanding officer of 2nd Bn, 2nd Marines, formally transferring authority and responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Preston Morris)

U.S. service members and civilians pose for a photo to celebrate a change of command ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 17, 2025. Lt. Col. Adam S. Young relinquished command to Lt. Col. Rob K. Livengood, the incoming commanding officer of 2nd Bn, 2nd Marines, formally transferring authority and responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Preston Morris)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Preston Morris

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, alongside U.S. Army 21st Theater Sustainment Command, execute a refueling supply run during exercise Aurora 26 in Gotland, Sweden, May 6, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, alongside U.S. Army 21st Theater Sustainment Command, execute a refueling supply run during exercise Aurora 26 in Gotland, Sweden, May 6, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, execute evacuation control center procedures during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, April 30, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Talan Werner)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, execute evacuation control center procedures during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, April 30, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Talan Werner)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Talan Werner

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elijah Serrano, a native of Jacksonville, Florida and a motor vehicle operator with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, ground fights during a bout with Lance Cpl. Jovanny Garcia, a native of Santa Maria, California, and a field artillery fire control Marine with 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd MARDIV, during a Jiu-Jitsu tournament at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 23, 2026. Practicing Jiu-Jitsu helps Marines sustain their effectiveness in close-quarter combat, ensuring their readiness against any threats. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Hutmacher)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elijah Serrano, a native of Jacksonville, Florida and a motor vehicle operator with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, ground fights during a bout with Lance Cpl. Jovanny Garcia, a native of Santa Maria, California, and a field artillery fire control Marine with 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd MARDIV, during a Jiu-Jitsu tournament at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 23, 2026. Practicing Jiu-Jitsu helps Marines sustain their effectiveness in close-quarter combat, ensuring their readiness against any threats. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Hutmacher)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Hutmacher

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Ryan S. Rideout, commanding general, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, speaks with U.S. Navy Capt. Adam Bryan, Blue Angels flight leader and F/A-18 Super Hornet pilot, ahead of the 2026 air show at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 7, 2026. Headlined by the Blue Angels, the air show is a community outreach event, hosted biennially, as an expression of appreciation to neighboring communities and partners for their continued support in mission success. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. David Ornelas Baeza)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Ryan S. Rideout, commanding general, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, speaks with U.S. Navy Capt. Adam Bryan, Blue Angels flight leader and F/A-18 Super Hornet pilot, ahead of the 2026 air show at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 7, 2026. Headlined by the Blue Angels, the air show is a community outreach event, hosted biennially, as an expression of appreciation to neighboring communities and partners for their continued support in mission success. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. David Ornelas Baeza)

Photo by Cpl. David Ornelasbaeza

James Capps, information technology facilities manager, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, converses with a coworker as part of an energy resilience and readiness exercise at Marine Corps Air Station New River, Jacksonville, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. The exercise tested not only the resiliency of the infrastructure to support operations without commercial energy, but the resiliency of the uniformed and civilian personnel who live and work on the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Erica S. Padgett)

James Capps, information technology facilities manager, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, converses with a coworker as part of an energy resilience and readiness exercise at Marine Corps Air Station New River, Jacksonville, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. The exercise tested not only the resiliency of the infrastructure to support operations without commercial energy, but the resiliency of the uniformed and civilian personnel who live and work on the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Erica S. Padgett)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Erica Padgett

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Marine Logistics Group listen to a prayer led by U.S. Navy Lt. Shawn Downey, the chaplain of 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 7, 2026. 8th ESB hosted a public prayer in honor of National Day of Prayer to increase unit cohesion and spiritual readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Marine Logistics Group listen to a prayer led by U.S. Navy Lt. Shawn Downey, the chaplain of 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 7, 2026. 8th ESB hosted a public prayer in honor of National Day of Prayer to increase unit cohesion and spiritual readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos

A U.S. Marine Corps KC130J Super Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, drops a resupply crate during an air delivery training as part of a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. Combat Logistics Battalion 22 conducted the field exercise to test the battalions combat readiness for the upcoming Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation and set the conditions for successful integration as the Logistics Combat Element for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Veillette)

A U.S. Marine Corps KC130J Super Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, drops a resupply crate during an air delivery training as part of a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. Combat Logistics Battalion 22 conducted the field exercise to test the battalions combat readiness for the upcoming Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation and set the conditions for successful integration as the Logistics Combat Element for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Veillette)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Veillette

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, picks up an M101 trailer load during a helicopter support team sling load training on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 29, 2026. The training focused on the technical execution of external lift procedures to transport heavy equipment, validating the team’s tactical proficiency and ensuring the unit remains ready to sustain forces in austere, expeditionary environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Payton Walley)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, picks up an M101 trailer load during a helicopter support team sling load training on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 29, 2026. The training focused on the technical execution of external lift procedures to transport heavy equipment, validating the team’s tactical proficiency and ensuring the unit remains ready to sustain forces in austere, expeditionary environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Payton Walley)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Payton Walley

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, race students from the New Bridge Middle School at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, May 1, 2026. The event was designed to foster positive relationships between the military and the local community while giving students a firsthand look at Marine Corps equipment. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Daniel R. Garcia)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, race students from the New Bridge Middle School at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, May 1, 2026. The event was designed to foster positive relationships between the military and the local community while giving students a firsthand look at Marine Corps equipment. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Daniel R. Garcia)

Photo by Cpl. Daniel Garcia

U.S. Marines and NATO allies support Joint Forces Command-Norfolk during a planning conference hosted aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. Strategic collaboration among allies and partners ensures that the joint force remains fully equipped to operate seamlessly in any operational environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dorian Melrath)

U.S. Marines and NATO allies support Joint Forces Command-Norfolk during a planning conference hosted aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. Strategic collaboration among allies and partners ensures that the joint force remains fully equipped to operate seamlessly in any operational environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dorian Melrath)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dorian Melrath

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tommy Nguyen, right, with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, demonstrates how to apply a torniquet during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, May 1, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Nguyen is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tommy Nguyen, right, with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, demonstrates how to apply a torniquet during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, May 1, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Nguyen is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron 302 (HMHT) 302, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, lifts a payload during helicopter support team operations training as part of a field exercise near Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. Combat Logistics Battalion 2 conducted the exercise to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron 302 (HMHT) 302, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, lifts a payload during helicopter support team operations training as part of a field exercise near Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. Combat Logistics Battalion 2 conducted the exercise to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Sgt. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ishmael Taylor, left, a logistics specialist, and 2nd Lt. Anthony Lindgren, a basic logistics officer, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, walk towards a Humvee during improvised explosive device training as part of a field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. CLB-2 conducted the exercise to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. Taylor is a native of Maryland. Lindgren is a native of Pennsylvania. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ishmael Taylor, left, a logistics specialist, and 2nd Lt. Anthony Lindgren, a basic logistics officer, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, walk towards a Humvee during improvised explosive device training as part of a field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. CLB-2 conducted the exercise to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. Taylor is a native of Maryland. Lindgren is a native of Pennsylvania. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Sgt. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Travis Chamberlin, right, commanding officer of Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, speaks with retired Rear Admiral Jonas Wikström during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, May 1, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Chamberlin is a native of Ohio. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Travis Chamberlin, right, commanding officer of Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, speaks with retired Rear Admiral Jonas Wikström during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, May 1, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Chamberlin is a native of Ohio. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Tristen Kozlowski, front, a ground electronics transmission systems maintainer with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, fires an M16A4 service rifle while Capt. Greg Jones, a logistics officer with CLB-2, CLR-2, 2nd MLG, supervises during a live-fire range as part of a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 1, 2026. CLB-2 conducted the Battalion FEX to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. Kozlowski is a native of California. Jones is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alfonso Livrieri)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Tristen Kozlowski, front, a ground electronics transmission systems maintainer with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, fires an M16A4 service rifle while Capt. Greg Jones, a logistics officer with CLB-2, CLR-2, 2nd MLG, supervises during a live-fire range as part of a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 1, 2026. CLB-2 conducted the Battalion FEX to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. Kozlowski is a native of California. Jones is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alfonso Livrieri)

Photo by Sgt. Alfonso Livrieri

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