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U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force on Camp Lejeune, N.C., prepare for departure to Marine Expeditionary Force Exercise 21.1 taking place on Fort A.P. Hill, Va., Oct. 9, 2020. MEFEX 21.1 is a MEF level exercise consisting of approximately 1,200 Marines and sailors across the eastern United States. The exercise is structured to simulate a deployed environment, reinforce command and control, and maintain the warfighting ability of II MEF to train, fight, and win in every clime and place. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Austyn Saylor)

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force on Camp Lejeune, N.C., prepare for departure to Marine Expeditionary Force Exercise 21.1 taking place on Fort A.P. Hill, Va., Oct. 9, 2020. MEFEX 21.1 is a MEF level exercise consisting of approximately 1,200 Marines and sailors across the eastern United States. The exercise is structured to simulate a deployed environment, reinforce command and control, and maintain the warfighting ability of II MEF to train, fight, and win in every clime and place. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Austyn Saylor)

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force on Camp Lejeune, N.C., prepare for departure to Marine Expeditionary Force Exercise 21.1 taking place on Fort A.P. Hill, Va., Oct. 9, 2020. MEFEX 21.1 is a MEF level exercise consisting of approximately 1,200 Marines and sailors across the eastern United States. The exercise is structured to simulate a deployed environment, reinforce command and control, and maintain the warfighting ability of II MEF to train, fight, and win in every clime and place. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Austyn Saylor)

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force on Camp Lejeune, N.C., prepare for departure to Marine Expeditionary Force Exercise 21.1 taking place on Fort A.P. Hill, Va., Oct. 9, 2020. MEFEX 21.1 is a MEF level exercise consisting of approximately 1,200 Marines and sailors across the eastern United States. The exercise is structured to simulate a deployed environment, reinforce command and control, and maintain the warfighting ability of II MEF to train, fight, and win in every clime and place. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Austyn Saylor)

Cpl. Austin L. Leng, a radio repairman with Marine Wing Communication Squadron 28, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., October 7, 2020. “Leadership to me is being able to lead by setting the example and standards for others to follow, while also understanding others weaknesses to help build them and future Marines,” said Leng, a native of Johnson, Iowa. According to his leadership, Leng exhibits the leadership traits and characteristics that is demanded as an NCO. Leng is highly respected as a Marine and exemplifies [our] Corps values. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damaris Arias)

Lance Cpl. Bain A. Vantilburg, a scout with the scout sniper platoon of 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 7, 2020. Vantilburg, a native of Otsego, Mich., was chosen as 2d MARDIV's Motivator of the Week for being the top performer during screening in the scout sniper platoon and his immense knowledge and understanding of stalking and land navigation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nathaniel Q. Hamilton)

Lance Cpl. Tristan K. Samples, an intelligence specialist with 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., October, 1, 2020. “Make a decision and suffer the consequences,” said Samples, a Tampa, Fla., native. According to his leadership, Samples professionalism and knowledge far exceed his peers, so much so that he is one of the subject matter experts supervising the intel watch floor. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Armando Elizalde)

HM3 Alan M. Garcia, an/a assistant operations chief with operations and training, 2D Dental Battalion, 2D MLG, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., October 1, 2020. “We rise by lifting others!,” said Garcia, a Phoenix, Ariz., native. According to his leadership, Garcia is instrumental to the success of Operations and Training. As Ammunitions Chief, he expertly supported both M9 and CBRNE ranges essential for watch standing and unit training requirements. A qualified BLS instructor, assisted in two Healthcare Provider courses that certified 12 personnel and coordinated Command and MLG Indoctrination for 18 Sailors. HM3 Garcia's hard work and determination were vital to the continued success of the Operations/ Training department and the mission readiness of the Battalion!. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl Scott R. Jenkins)

Sgt. John Killingsworth, an infantry assault Marine with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 30, 2020. “If I’m not willing to do something myself, I won’t task my Marines with it. I like to lead from the front,” said Killingsworth, a Calera, Alabama native. According to his leadership, Kilingsworth is held as a key leader whom exponentially increases the lethality of not only his squad, but the entire platoon. His initiative, work ethic, and his expertise of tactics, techniques, and procedures of all aspects of an infantry unit allows Killingsworth to drive his squad beyond the objective on any task he is given. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.)

Cpl. Daquan Brown, a log and records clerk with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., September 28, 2020. “In order to be better tomorrow, you must strive to be better today,” said Brown, a Brooklyn, N.Y., native. According to his leadership, Brown continuously stands out amongst his peers as a highly motivated and competent Marine. Brown dedicates involvement within the squadron and has made a lasting impact on those he serves with. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Yuritzy Gomez)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Nathaniel Q. Hamilton, a native of Harve De Grace, Maryland, and a Combat Photographer with Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division , poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 17, 2020. Hamilton was chosen as the 2nd Marine Division motivator of the week for his outstanding leadership and unyielding motivation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Nathaniel Q. Hamilton, a native of Harve De Grace, Maryland, and a Combat Photographer with Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sept. 17, 2020. Hamilton was chosen as the 2nd Marine Division motivator of the week for his outstanding leadership and unyielding motivation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.)

The Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) participates in a photo exercise with the Royal Moroccan Navy's Floreal-class Frigate Mohammad V in the Atlantic Ocean, Sep. 15, 2020. Hershel "Woody" Williams is on its inaugural deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of responsibility in support of maritime missions and special operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Conner Foy)

In coordination with the CDC and ASBP, II MEF is calling out to any Marines and Sailors who have previously tested positive for COVID-19 to contact their local HSS and gain more information about the new measures taken to help blood donors during the pandemic.
Check out the graphic below for more information about this new measure.

Cpl. Sierra Thomas, a Fiscal Clerk with G-8, 2nd Marine Logistics Group poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., October 1, 2020. “Leadership is taking responsibility for your own actions and all subordinates, while also teaching them right from wrong,”
said Thomas, a Soldotna, Ark., native. According to her leadership, Thomas is the hub of the G-8 Accounting Team. She has displayed a high level of maturity, being able to communicate to her senior leaders on accounting issues and work with subordinate commands arranging training opportunities to strengthen 2d MLG’s fiscal posture. Corporal Thomas has closely supervised G-8 Tiger Teams that provide opportunity for her and her Marines to show their knowledge by teaching supply fiscal clerks basic skills in conducting day-to-day operations. She can be relied upon to continue the G-8 mission with minimum supervision or direction allowing her senior leaders to focus on other key issues to improve business processes. Due to her efforts, 2d MLG has been able to expertly manage its resources to ensure mission readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Scott Jenkins)

Lance Cpl. Mark A. Cruz has shown great promise, initiative, and the drive to improve within his short time in this Battalion and has proven to be a force mutiplier. LCpl. Cruz has only been with the Battalion for 2 months, shortly after MAGTF FEX, 2 weeks after he reported in to CLB-24, LCpl. Cruz received a last minute mission to support a Helicopter Support Training Operation. LCpl. Cruz realized he didn’t have the necessary resources to fulfill the communication requirement. Instead of accepting defeat and without any previous training or experience, he quickly created an improvised field expedient Very High Frequency antenna allowing him to accomplish the mission. LCpl. Cruz constantly volunteers to support the unit and to increase his overall MOS proficiency. He is a great example of how aggressive a Marine should be when it comes to mission accomplishment and initiative. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rachel K. Young-Porter)

Sgt. Jourdan Roberson, a squad leader with Fox Company, 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, poses for photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Sep. 2, 2020. “As a squad leader, I like to set the tone then let my team leaders control the show. This gives them leadership experience in problem-solving and networking,” said Roberson, a Chicago, Ill., native. According to his leadership, Robertson was nominated as 2d MARDIV’s Motivator of the Week for being well-rounded and embodying the characteristics of a rifleman while maintaining excellent physical fitness. He credited the Marines above him for helping tailor his leadership style and the Marines below him for accomplishing missions set before them. (U.S. Marine Corps graphic illustration by Lance Cpl. Jacqueline Parsons)

Cpl. Katrina Brock, an intelligence surveillance reconnaissance systems engineer with II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, poses for photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., August 27, 2020. “A leader is someone that I can go to, someone that I can count on, someone that I know will be there for me.” said Brock, a Willimington, N.C., native. According to her leadership, Brock is by far the corner stone of the S6 communications shop. She has an outstanding work ethic and is always striving to better herself and the unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Haley McMenamin)

Sgt. Chelsea N. Curole, a aircraft avionics technician with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo on Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., August 24, 2020. “There should be no ego involved in spreading knowledge because as some point we were all students,” said Curole, a Raceland, La., native. According to his leadership, Curole holds multiple billets and continuously strives to improve not only herself, but also the Marines around her. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Steven Walls)

Cpl. Christian M. Lopez Rosa, embarkation chief, with Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, poses for a photo on Camp Lejeune, N.C., September 7, 2020. “Don’t live off the legacy that comes with being a Marine, LIVE UP to the legacy – earn the title everyday.” said LopezRosa, a Puerto Rico, native. According to hid leadership Cpl Lopez Rosa is a natural leader who never hesitates to take charge of any situation regardless of the circumstances and continually excels in leading his subordinates and peers alike. Due to this take-charge mentality, he has been assigned as the 2d MLG embarkation chief, a billet which has previously been filled by a staff sergeant. Within this billet, Cpl Lopez Rosa works with all 2d MLG mobility officers and senior staff noncommissioned officers by validating and correcting unit deployment data for every subordinate unit within 2d MLG. Additionally, he was assigned as the senior 2d MLG representative for the Air Liaison Element in support of MWX 1-20 at March Air Base, California. He was responsible for the reception of personnel and equipment helping move thousands of Marines to Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms. Since arriving to this unit, Cpl Lopez Rosa has made and incredible impact on subordinate and senior Marines alike. Despite the constant pressure from senior Marines within the mobility community to become a 0430 mobility officer, he plans to go first sergeant/sergeant major route. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rachel K. Young-Porter)

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