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Month In Review - March 2015

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Month In Review - December 2014

 

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Corporal Drew Eyre, a scout sniper with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires an M107 Special Application Scope Rifle, or SASR, during a bilateral live-fire exercise with the Jordanian armed forces during Exercise Eager Lion 2015 in Jordan, May 7, 2015. Eager Lion is a recurring multinational exercise designed to strengthen military-to-military relationships, increase interoperability between partner nations, and enhance regional security and stability. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Austin A. Lewis/Released)

Citizens of New York City crowd around a Light Armored Vehicle in Times Square during Fleet Week New York May 23, 2015. Now in its 27th year, it is an invaluable opportunity for the local population of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Marines, sailors and coast guardsmen, and to learn about the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Krista James/Released)

Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit serve in the color guard during a change of command ceremony aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21), May 1, 2015. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and is deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Todd F. Michalek/Released)

Marines and sailors man the rails as the USS San Antonio makes its final approach into New York May 20, 2015. Approximately 1,800 Marines, sailors and Coast Guardsmen participate in this year’s annual Fleet Week New York, May 20-26, 2015. Fleet Week provides the people of New York and surrounding area a chance to see the capabilities of the sea services, as well getting the opportunity to meet the Marines, sailors and Coast Guardsmen. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Immanuel Johnson/Released)

A Marine with 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, dives into the water from the rear of a CH-53E Super Stallion during helocast training aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., May 7, 2015. During helocast training, Marines exit an aircraft into an open body of water to perform an assault or deep reconnaissance from the sea.  (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kaitlyn Klein/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. William A. Davis, field artillery cannoneer with Golf Battery, 2nd Battalion, 10th Marines pulls the lanyard on an M777 howitzer while conducting artillery combined arms and fire support training during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 3-15 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., May 11, 2015. 6th Marines and subordinate units participated in ITX 3-15 to ensure all elements of Special-Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force 6 are prepared for upcoming deployments and operational commitments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Keonaona C. Paulo 2D MARDIV Combat Camera/Released)

Marines with Company E, Battalion Landing Team 2/6 conduct military operations in urban terrain (MOUT) training at Mobile MOUT aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., May 28, 2015. During the training, the Marines practiced patrolling, established vehicle checkpoints, and conducted  assault drills during day and night operations. (Photo by Staff Sgt. Bobby J. Yarbrough)

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A Marine and his military working dog look toward a Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) training town prior to conducting a simulated raid takes place aboard Fort Pickett, Va., April 16, 2016. During the raid, the handler and dog were utilized as a search asset for the simulated landing zone. Dog handlers and their military working dogs are used in many combat situations, whether that is clearing an area suspected of Improvised Explosive Devices or pursuing an enemy. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton A. Precht)

U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Marine Special Operations Battalion, jump out of a CH-53E Super Stallion while conducting a military free fall at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, N.C., April 1, 2015. Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461 supported the Marines of 3rd Marine Special Operations Battalion by providing transport in CH-53E Super Stallions, enabling them to successfully complete their assigned training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Odrique Pierre/Released)

U.S. Marines with Fox Company, Battalion Landing Team 2/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Force, use a smoke grenade to screen their movement as they prepare to enter a building during military operations in urban terrain (MOUT) training at Fort Pickett, Va., April 11, 2015. The 26th MEU is conducting realistic urban training in preparation for deployment in the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility later this year. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Staff Sgt. Bobby J. Yarbrough/Released)

A Marine with 3rd Platoon, Alpha Company, 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion drives an amphibious assault vehicle to the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) off the coast of Camp Lejeune, N.C., April 12, 2015. The platoon used amphibious assault vehicles to transport Marines from 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment in support of a ship-to-shore exercise off the coast Onslow Beach. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kirstin Merrimarahajara/released)

U.S. Marines assigned to Force Reconnaissance Platoon, Maritime Raid Force, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) board a ship from Rigid-Hull Inflatable Boats during Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) training at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA, April 12, 2015. The Marines were evaluated on their training as part of their preparation for deployment to the 5th and 6th Fleet Areas of responsibility later this year. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Andre Dakis/26th MEU Combat Camera/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Jospeh F. Dunford Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, visits Camp Lejeune, N.C., April 29, 2015. The purpose of the visit was to conduct key leader engagements, meet with Marines and Sailors of II Marine Expeditionary Force, and to observe training while touring facilities.

U.S. Marines with Maritime Raid Force, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, breach a door with a demolitions charge during breach training at Fort Pickett, Va., April 10, 2015. The 26th MEU and its supporting elements are conducting realistic urban training in preparation for deployment to the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility later this year. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua W. Brown/Released)

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Marines and sailors with Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Boston ‘man the rails’ aboard the USS Arlington as they prepare to dock at Black Falcon Pier in South Boston, March 13, 2015. The Marines were in Boston as part of the SP-MAGTF for Saint Patrick’s Day to showcase to the public the Marine Corps and Navy team capabilities as well as to interact with and strengthen relationships with the public. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Olivia McDonald/Released)

Marines with Battery and Golf Co., 2nd Battalion, 6th Marines, fire their M203 and M32 grenade launchers with non-lethal rounds down range during a riot control exercise aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 24, 2015. The Marines marched in formation through multiple mock rioters, encountering flash bang grenades and smoke bombs while using their shields as a stable line of defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kaitlyn Klein/Released)

Korps Mariniers, assigned to the Netherland Marine Corps, fast rope out of a CH-53 Super Stallion, assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 17, 2015. The Korps Mariniers conducted fast roping exercises with the assistance, training, and supervision of HMH-464 and Force Reconnaissance Company, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Anthony J. Brosilow/Released)

Sgt. Ryan D. Peek, a UH/AH-1 helicopter mechanic and Lubbock, Texas, native, with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires a mounted M240B machine gun from a UH-1Y Huey in Djibouti, March 8, 2015. A contingent of the MEU was ashore in Djibouti conducting sustainment training to maintain proficiency at the beginning of March. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joey Mendez/Released)

Marines with India Battery, Battalion Landing Team 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire an M777A2 lightweight towed howitzer during a live-fire artillery exercise in Djibouti, March 8, 2015. A contingent of the MEU was ashore in Djibouti conducting sustainment training to maintain proficiency. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Austin A. Lewis/Released)







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More than 600 Marines and Sailors from the Ground Combat Element Integrated Task Force stand amongst the vehicles, equipment and weaponry they will use during the conduct of their assessment at Camp Wilson, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 25, 2015. From October 2014 to July 2015, the GCEITF will conduct individual and collective level skills training in designated ground combat arms occupational specialties in order to facilitate the standards-based assessment of the physical performance of Marines in a simulated operating environment performing specific ground combat arms tasks. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Medina M. Ayala-Lo/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Isaac E. Sellers, field artillery cannoneer, Battery E, 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division (MARDIV), loads a 120mm mortar round into a M120 mortar system during a live fire exercise at Mortar Position 5 on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 3, 2015. The purpose of the exercise was to familiarize Marines with aerial insert and exert procedures for future operations. (U.S Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Melanye E. Martinez, 2nd MARDIV Combat Camera/Released)

U.S. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, center, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, poses for a group photo with U.S. Marines and Sailors during a visit to Camp Lejeune, N.C., for a town hall meeting on Feb. 6, 2015. The meeting gave U.S. Marines and Sailors the opportunity to ask questions and learn about future use of the U.S. Armed Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexander Hill, 2nd MARDIV Combat Camera/Released)

Marines with 2nd Tank Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, and Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, guide an M1A1 Abrams Tank onto a railcar during a railhead operation aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 17, 2015. During the railhead operation, 2nd Tanks was in charge of bringing the gear to the railroad and loading onto the railcars. Landing support specialists were in charge of safety, supervising and tracking the equipment as it was loaded. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. James R. Smith/Released)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, load water and meals onto a V-22 Osprey at the U.S. Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center (MWTC) Bridgeport, Calif., Feb. 2, 2015. MWTC trains Marines across the warfighting functions for operations in mountainous, high altitude, and cold weather environments in order to enhance a unit's ability to shoot, move, communicate, sustain, and survive in mountainous regions of the world. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Anthony L. Ortiz/Released)

Bill Steele, right, a U.S. Marine Corps Association member, attaches the Presidential Unit Citation streamer for World War II, Tarawa 1943, while Sgt. Joseph Jennings, 2nd Marine Division (2nd MARDIV), steadies the division's colors, on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 30, 2015. The 2nd MARDIV celebrated their 74th birthday by rededicating their battle colors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kelly L. Street, 2nd MARDIV Combat Camera/Released)

Marines with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), consolidate before maneuvering toward an objective during a raid exercise at Udairi Range in Kuwait, Feb. 16, 2015. A contingent of MEU Marines is ashore in Kuwait as part of scheduled sustainment training. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Todd F. Michalek/Released)

 

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Sergeant Maj. Bryan Zickefoose, the command sergeant major for II Marine Expeditionary Force, speaks with his Marines after completing a 7.5-mile conditioning hike aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 23, 2015. Maj. Gen. William D. Beydler is conducting hikes regularly to increase force morale and maintain readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Chelsea D. Toombs/Released)


U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, begin their next movement after their cold weather survival classes at the U.S. Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center (MWTC) Bridgeport, Calif., Jan. 26, 2015. MWTC trains Marines across the warfighting functions for operations in mountainous, high altitude, and cold weather environments in order to enhance a unit's ability to shoot, move, communicate, sustain, and survive in mountainous regions of the world. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Anthony L. Ortiz/Released)

Corporal Evan Lafoose, left, a chemical, biological, radioactive, and nuclear defense specialist with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, assists Cpl. Zachary R. Herrera, also a CBRN defense specialist, seal his self-contained breathing apparatus mask during a hazardous materials equipment class aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), Jan. 15, 2015. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Austin A. Lewis/Released)


Retired U.S. Army Maj. Drew D. Dix, center left, and retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Harvey Barnum, center right, Medal of Honor recipients, pose for a photograph with Marines and Sailors after a luncheon and group discussion at the Paradise Point Officer’s Club, Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 20, 2015. Barnum and Dix met with Service members to relate their experiences and to discuss the present-day Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacqueline Smith, MCI-East Combat Camera/Released)


A CH-53E Super Stallion heavy-lift helicopter sits staged on the flight line at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Jan. 5, 2015. Cherry Point is home to 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and several of its squadrons. Its runways operate 24/7, 365 days each year, and the air station hosts squadrons that specialize in heavy helicopter lift and transport; air-to-ground attack support; electronic warfare; aerial transport and refueling; and sea and land search and rescue.

Mortarmen with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire their M4 carbines during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43), Jan. 24, 2015. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Devin Nichols)


U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, prepare to hike up to their training area at the U.S. Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center (MWTC) Bridgeport, Calif., Jan. 19, 2015. MWTC trains Marines across the warfighting functions for operations in mountainous, high altitude, and cold weather environments in order to enhance a unit's ability to shoot, move, communicate, sustain, and survive in mountainous regions of the world. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Anthony L. Ortiz/Released)

Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group, participate in a "steel beach" picnic aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York, Jan. 18, 2015. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Todd F. Michalek/Released)

 

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Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit ride a Navy Landing Craft, Utility, or LCU, to the USS Iwo Jima off the coast of Morehead City, N.C., Dec. 14, 2014. The 24th MEU embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group for their 2015 deployment Dec. 12-14. The 24th MEU is scheduled to support operations in the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Todd F. Michalek/Released)

Maj. Gen. William D. Beydler, second from the right, the commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force, takes the time to recognize the II MEF Sailor of the year and the Blue Jacket of the Year award. Petty Officer 1st Class Delita D. Tolbert, second from the left, Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher R. Tremor, third from the left, and Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael R. Butts, third from the right. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David N. Hersey/Released)

The USS New York leads the USS Fort McHenry across the Atlantic Ocean, Dec. 19, 2014. The ships are part of the USS Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group, which carries approximately 2,400 Marines and Sailors of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. The 24th MEU and Iwo Jima ARG deployed last week as a flexible, sea-based force tasked with providing crisis response across the range of military operations, from armed conflict to humanitarian assistance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dani Zunun/Released)

U.S. Marines of Echo Company, 2nd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment , 2nd Marine Division, advance their position during a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Exercise on Camp Lejeune, N.C., December 3, 2014. The exercise evaluates the Marines’ performance and prepares the unit for future deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexander Hill, 2nd MARDIV COMCAM/Released)

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment (1/2), 2nd Marine Division (MARDIV), stand at attention while Lt. Col. Bradley C. Weston, (not pictured) commanding officer, 1/2, 2nd MARDIV, gives his remarks during a Purple Heart Medal ceremony, at Wallace Creek, Camp Lejeune, N.C., Dec. 17, 2014. The Marines received the medal for injuries obtained on June 20, 2014. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Chloe Nelson, 2nd MARDIV Combat Camera/ Released)

A U.S. Marine Corps EA-6B Prowler aircraft assigned to Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Training Squadron (VMAQT) 1 refuels off the coast of North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2014. Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252 conducted fixed wing aerial refueling exercises with Marine Attack Squadron 223, and VMAQT-1. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jodson B. Graves/Released)

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Aaron Haney, boatswains mate, loadmaster, loads HUMVEES onto a Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) while conducting an amphibious embarkation familiarization exercise on Onslow Beach, Camp Lejeune, N.C., Dec. 14, 2014. The purpose of the exercise was to prepare the Marines and sailors for future amphibious operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samantha A. Barajas, 2nd MARDIV, Combat Camera/Released)

 

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