II MEF News

Marines with Transportation Support Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 2, count and prepare the ammunition to be used for training during a live fire exercise at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 3, 2017. The Marines conducted the training in order to familiarize themselves with their newly issued rifles in preparation for annual rifle qualifications. The Marines were able to get their Battle Sight Zero (BZO) to provide accurate and effective training as they continue on to other ranges in the coming months. (Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shannon Kroening) - Marines with Transportation Support Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 2, count and prepare the ammunition to be used for training during a live fire exercise at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 3, 2017. The Marines conducted the training in order to familiarize themselves with their newly issued rifles in preparation for annual rifle qualifications. The Marines were able to get their Battle Sight Zero (BZO) to provide accurate and effective training as they continue on to other ranges in the coming months. (Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shannon Kroening)

Marines relay communications to the command operation center during an embassy reinforcement exercise at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 25, 2017. The exercise is part of a preparation for deployment for a Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force. The Marines are with Alpha Co., 2nd Radio Battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan A. Soto-Delgado) - Marines relay communications to the command operation center during an embassy reinforcement exercise at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 25, 2017. The exercise is part of a preparation for deployment for a Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force. The Marines are with Alpha Co., 2nd Radio Battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan A. Soto-Delgado)

A Marine with 2nd Marine Division fills out his card at the sign in station for the 2nd MarDiv 50 mile hike at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 1, 2017. The cards enable the marines to log their hours during the challenge and provides credibility to their achievements upon completion. The hike originated in 1908 with an executive order administered by President Theodore Roosevelt and has since then only been attempted and completed twice since its inception. - A Marine with 2nd Marine Division fills out his card at the sign in station for the 2nd MarDiv 50 mile hike at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 1, 2017. The cards enable the marines to log their hours during the challenge and provides credibility to their achievements upon completion. The hike originated in 1908 with an executive order administered by President Theodore Roosevelt and has since then only been attempted and completed twice since its inception.

Marines execute a fire mission while utilizing a M777 howitzer during a training exercise at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb, 1, 2017. Through repetitions of firing the Marines improved their combat readiness, aiding the 2nd Marine Division and maximizing its effectiveness on the battlefield. The Marines are artillerymen assigned to 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Battery. (Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shannon Kroening) - Marines execute a fire mission while utilizing a M777 howitzer during a training exercise at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb, 1, 2017. Through repetitions of firing the Marines improved their combat readiness, aiding the 2nd Marine Division and maximizing its effectiveness on the battlefield. The Marines are artillerymen assigned to 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Battery. (Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shannon Kroening)

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION NEW RIVER, N.C.—Lance Cpl. Luke Peters and his fellow Marine discuss an MV-22B Block C Osprey after it landed aboard MCAS New River, N.C., Feb. 1, 2017. This is the first time the training squadron has received a brand-new, straight from the factory aircraft. The MV-22B Block C incorporates weather radar; an improved environmental control system; troop commander situational awareness display; upgraded standby flight instrument and GPS; and additional chaff/flare equipment. Block C development first began in 2006. Peters is a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Training Squadron 204 . (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Miranda Faughn/Released) - MARINE CORPS AIR STATION NEW RIVER, N.C.—Lance Cpl. Luke Peters and his fellow Marine discuss an MV-22B Block C Osprey after it landed aboard MCAS New River, N.C., Feb. 1, 2017. This is the first time the training squadron has received a brand-new, straight from the factory aircraft. The MV-22B Block C incorporates weather radar; an improved environmental control system; troop commander situational awareness display; upgraded standby flight instrument and GPS; and additional chaff/flare equipment. Block C development first began in 2006. Peters is a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Training Squadron 204 . (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Miranda Faughn/Released)

A Marine with Task Force Southwest fires an Mk 19 grenade launcher during a combined arms range at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 18, 2016. About 25 Marines trained to familiarize themselves on the weapon system in preparation for an upcoming deployment to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. The unit will work in a training and advisory capacity with the Afghan National Army 215th Corps and 505th Zone National Police to reaffirm our commitment to the stability and security in the region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins) - A Marine with Task Force Southwest fires an Mk 19 grenade launcher during a combined arms range at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 18, 2016. About 25 Marines trained to familiarize themselves on the weapon system in preparation for an upcoming deployment to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. The unit will work in a training and advisory capacity with the Afghan National Army 215th Corps and 505th Zone National Police to reaffirm our commitment to the stability and security in the region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)

A Marine embraces a loved one during Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Africa’s homecoming at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 10, 2017. After completing the mission of protecting U.S. personnel, property and interests in Europe and Africa, Marines returned home safely from their nine-month deployment. The Marines and sailors returning are with Combat Logistic Battalion 2 (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Miranda Faughn) - A Marine embraces a loved one during Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Africa’s homecoming at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 10, 2017. After completing the mission of protecting U.S. personnel, property and interests in Europe and Africa, Marines returned home safely from their nine-month deployment. The Marines and sailors returning are with Combat Logistic Battalion 2 (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Miranda Faughn)