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A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26MEU(SOC)) and a Canadian soldier with NATO-OTAN, participate in a live fire, Sept. 13, 2023 in Adazi, Latvia. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26MEU(SOC)) and a Canadian soldier with NATO-OTAN, participate in a live fire, Sept. 13, 2023 in Adazi, Latvia. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

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U.S. Marines with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26MEU(SOC)), set up security during an amphibious landing for Northern Coast 2023 (NOCO 23) in Ventspils, Latvia, Sept. 12, 2023. NOCO 23 is a German-led multinational exercise that strengthens military and maritime combat readiness through realistic training in order to sharpen interoperability with our Allies and partners. The San Antonio-class amphibious ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres)

U.S. Marines with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26MEU(SOC)), set up security during an amphibious landing for Northern Coast 2023 (NOCO 23) in Ventspils, Latvia, Sept. 12, 2023. NOCO 23 is a German-led multinational exercise that strengthens military and maritime combat readiness through realistic training in order to sharpen interoperability with our Allies and partners. The San Antonio-class amphibious ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Daniel Belet, an F-35B Lightning II jet pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, taxis down the runway at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 12, 2023. The Naval Weapon System Evaluation Program allowed VMFA-542 to safely conduct the loading and firing of live missiles at threat-realistic targets to test the squadrons' ability, flexibility, and procedures while repositioned in unfamiliar locations. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element for II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps by Christopher Hernandez)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Daniel Belet, an F-35B Lightning II jet pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, taxis down the runway at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 12, 2023. The Naval Weapon System Evaluation Program allowed VMFA-542 to safely conduct the loading and firing of live missiles at threat-realistic targets to test the squadrons' ability, flexibility, and procedures while repositioned in unfamiliar locations. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element for II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps by Christopher Hernandez)

Photo by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez

A U.S. Marine with Alpha Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26MEU(SOC)), provides obscuration while his buddy suppresses an enemy position during an integrated platoon reinforced live fire attack executed alongside Kuwaiti Marines, Udairi Range Complex, Kuwait, Sept. 6, 2023. Elements of the 26MEU(SOC) conduct bilateral training with Kuwait armed forces to increase interoperability, maintain operational readiness, and strengthen relationships with partner forces. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26MEU(SOC) are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffrey Cordero)

A U.S. Marine with Alpha Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26MEU(SOC)), provides obscuration while his buddy suppresses an enemy position during an integrated platoon reinforced live fire attack executed alongside Kuwaiti Marines, Udairi Range Complex, Kuwait, Sept. 6, 2023. Elements of the 26MEU(SOC) conduct bilateral training with Kuwait armed forces to increase interoperability, maintain operational readiness, and strengthen relationships with partner forces. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26MEU(SOC) are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffrey Cordero)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffrey Cordero

A UH-60 Black Hawk lands during Exercise Archipelago Endeavor 23 in Sweden on Sept. 5, 2023. Exercise Archipelago Endeavor is an integrated, Swedish Armed Forces-led exercise that increases operational capability and enhances strategic cooperation between the U.S. Marines and Swedish forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray)

A UH-60 Black Hawk lands during Exercise Archipelago Endeavor 23 in Sweden on Sept. 5, 2023. Exercise Archipelago Endeavor is an integrated, Swedish Armed Forces-led exercise that increases operational capability and enhances strategic cooperation between the U.S. Marines and Swedish forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Sean Rusaw, Air Officer, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26MEU(SOC), fires his M27 infantry automatic rifle alongside a Kuwaiti Marine during live-fire training at Udairi Range Complex, Kuwait, Sept. 4, 2023. Elements of the 26MEU(SOC) conducted bilateral training with Kuwait armed forces to increase interoperability, maintain operational readiness, and strengthen relationships with partner forces. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffrey Cordero)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Sean Rusaw, Air Officer, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26MEU(SOC), fires his M27 infantry automatic rifle alongside a Kuwaiti Marine during live-fire training at Udairi Range Complex, Kuwait, Sept. 4, 2023. Elements of the 26MEU(SOC) conducted bilateral training with Kuwait armed forces to increase interoperability, maintain operational readiness, and strengthen relationships with partner forces. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffrey Cordero)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffrey Cordero

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 266, Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 464, and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division conduct an aerial transport on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, August 22, 2023. The Marines conducted the field exercise to maintain combat readiness and prepare for upcoming exercises. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Vivian Linwu)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 266, Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 464, and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division conduct an aerial transport on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, August 22, 2023. The Marines conducted the field exercise to maintain combat readiness and prepare for upcoming exercises. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Vivian Linwu)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Vivian Linwu

A Marine Corps V-22 Osprey, assigned to the "Thunder Chickens" of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 263, lands on the flight deck of USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD-28) during Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) mission rehearsals at Naval Base Norfolk, Virginia, Aug. 21, 2023. Marines and Sailors with the II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) Maritime DSCA Task Force conducted a full destructive weather mission rehearsal, designed by II MEF and United States Fleet Forces Command to prepare their capabilities for a future DSCA mission. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri)

A Marine Corps V-22 Osprey, assigned to the "Thunder Chickens" of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 263, lands on the flight deck of USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD-28) during Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) mission rehearsals at Naval Base Norfolk, Virginia, Aug. 21, 2023. Marines and Sailors with the II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) Maritime DSCA Task Force conducted a full destructive weather mission rehearsal, designed by II MEF and United States Fleet Forces Command to prepare their capabilities for a future DSCA mission. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG), conduct evening convoy operations during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 5-23, on Camp Wilson, California, Aug. 15, 2023. ITX 5-23 purpose is to simulate combat conditions to improve the rapid decision-making cycle; improving the MAGTF’S ability to adapt and accomplish missions across the full range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG), conduct evening convoy operations during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 5-23, on Camp Wilson, California, Aug. 15, 2023. ITX 5-23 purpose is to simulate combat conditions to improve the rapid decision-making cycle; improving the MAGTF’S ability to adapt and accomplish missions across the full range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jacob Orbich, machine gunner with Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, discusses Marine Corps’ military’s tactics, techniques and procedures to members of the Norwegian
armed forces, as part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 14, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force
61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jacob Orbich, machine gunner with Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, discusses Marine Corps’ military’s tactics, techniques and procedures to members of the Norwegian armed forces, as part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 14, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cesar Durangordian, a helicopter mechanic with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, observes the back of a CH-53K King Stallion at Marine Corps Outlying Field Oak Grove, North Carolina, Aug. 14, 2023. HMH-461 takes part in Large Scale Exercise 2023, a globally integrated exercise designed to refine how we synchronize maritime operations across multiple fleets, in support of the joint force. The training is based on a progression of scenarios that will assess and refine how modern warfare concepts. HMH-461 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cesar Durangordian, a helicopter mechanic with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, observes the back of a CH-53K King Stallion at Marine Corps Outlying Field Oak Grove, North Carolina, Aug. 14, 2023. HMH-461 takes part in Large Scale Exercise 2023, a globally integrated exercise designed to refine how we synchronize maritime operations across multiple fleets, in support of the joint force. The training is based on a progression of scenarios that will assess and refine how modern warfare concepts. HMH-461 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

A U.S. Marine with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, engages a target while training with Italian Marines San Marco Brigade during an integrated live-fire sniper range part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 12, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres

A U.S. Marine with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, engages a target while training with Italian Marines San Marco Brigade during an integrated live-fire sniper range part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 12, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres

Photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torre

U.S. Marines conduct weapons training aboard amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) in the Gulf of Aden, Aug. 11, 2023. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffery Cordero)

U.S. Marines conduct weapons training aboard amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) in the Gulf of Aden, Aug. 11, 2023. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffery Cordero)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jeffrey Cordero

U.S. Marines with 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG), show off their man transportable robot system during a lateral move town hall on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 10, 2023. The town hall was a chance to provide information to 2nd MLG personnel about possible lateral move opportunities into critical Marine Occupational Specialties. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri)

U.S. Marines with 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG), show off their man transportable robot system during a lateral move town hall on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 10, 2023. The town hall was a chance to provide information to 2nd MLG personnel about possible lateral move opportunities into critical Marine Occupational Specialties. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri

U.S. Marines with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, and Italian Marines San Marco Brigade, participate in an integrated live-fire range as part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 9, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, and Italian Marines San Marco Brigade, participate in an integrated live-fire range as part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 9, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Lewis Lheureux, a rifleman with 2d Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine division, maneuvers through a swamp during a concealment course on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, August 9, 2023. The course serves as an opportunity for Marines and sailors to learn concealment techniques as a squad and individually to enhance their warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Cpl. Ethan Robert Jones)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Lewis Lheureux, a rifleman with 2d Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine division, maneuvers through a swamp during a concealment course on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, August 9, 2023. The course serves as an opportunity for Marines and sailors to learn concealment techniques as a squad and individually to enhance their warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Cpl. Ethan Robert Jones)

Photo by Cpl. Ethan R. Jones

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Ryan Koza, a machine gunner with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element and OR3 Cosimo Matino, assigned to the Italian Marines San Marco Brigade pose for a photo during a live-fire range as part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 9, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Ryan Koza, a machine gunner with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element and OR3 Cosimo Matino, assigned to the Italian Marines San Marco Brigade pose for a photo during a live-fire range as part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 9, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marines with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, and service members from the Italian Marines San Marco Brigade participates in an integrated live-fire range part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 9, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, and service members from the Italian Marines San Marco Brigade participates in an integrated live-fire range part of a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, Aug. 9, 2023. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Russ Maloney, a harrier pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 223, lands an AV-8B Harrier II jet on an airfield during a training exercise at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, Aug. 8, 2023. Field- carrier landing practice allows VMA-223 to maintain readiness and prepare for shipborne operations. VMA-223 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Russ Maloney, a harrier pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 223, lands an AV-8B Harrier II jet on an airfield during a training exercise at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, Aug. 8, 2023. Field- carrier landing practice allows VMA-223 to maintain readiness and prepare for shipborne operations. VMA-223 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Alexander Lemos, a rifleman with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, posts security in a military operations on urbanized terrain facility during a field exercise on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 8, 2023. The three week-long field exercise promotes proficiency and operational readiness for potential combat operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Daysia McCree)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Alexander Lemos, a rifleman with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, posts security in a military operations on urbanized terrain facility during a field exercise on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 8, 2023. The three week-long field exercise promotes proficiency and operational readiness for potential combat operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Daysia McCree)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Daysia McCree