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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 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. 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. 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

Italian Marines San Marco Brigade, pose for a group photo alongside U.S. Marines with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, while participating in a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, August 8, 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)

Italian Marines San Marco Brigade, pose for a group photo alongside U.S. Marines with the Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) Bravo Command Element, while participating in a Norwegian Bilateral Exercise in Setermoen, Norway, August 8, 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

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey, attached to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s (MEU) Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced), prepares for takeoff during a unit level training exercise in Djibouti, Aug. 8, 2023. While in Djibouti the 26th MEU’s Aviation Combat Element conducted reduced visibility landings, low altitude tactics, and air-to-air refueling to further advance aircrew training and proficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey, attached to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s (MEU) Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced), prepares for takeoff during a unit level training exercise in Djibouti, Aug. 8, 2023. While in Djibouti the 26th MEU’s Aviation Combat Element conducted reduced visibility landings, low altitude tactics, and air-to-air refueling to further advance aircrew training and proficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

Photo by Sgt. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean

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

U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 8 (CLB-8), Combat Logistics Regiment 2 (CLR-2), 2nd Marine Logistics Group (2nd MLG), debark a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) on Onslow Beach in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina Aug. 7, 2023 during a beach landing exercise after UNITAS LXIV. UNITAS, taking place in Colombia this year, is the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise that focuses on enhancing interoperability among multiple nations and joint forces during littoral and amphibious operations in order to build on existing regional partnerships and create new enduring relationships that promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the U.S. Southern Command’s area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Kohlmann)

U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 8 (CLB-8), Combat Logistics Regiment 2 (CLR-2), 2nd Marine Logistics Group (2nd MLG), debark a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) on Onslow Beach in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina Aug. 7, 2023 during a beach landing exercise after UNITAS LXIV. UNITAS, taking place in Colombia this year, is the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise that focuses on enhancing interoperability among multiple nations and joint forces during littoral and amphibious operations in order to build on existing regional partnerships and create new enduring relationships that promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the U.S. Southern Command’s area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Kohlmann)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Kohlmann

U.S Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey, assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) Bravo Command Element conducts flight operations in Bardufoss, Norway, Aug. 7, 2023. The USS Mesa Verde (LPD-19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), 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, allies and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aziza Kamuhanda)

U.S Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey, assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) Bravo Command Element conducts flight operations in Bardufoss, Norway, Aug. 7, 2023. The USS Mesa Verde (LPD-19), assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), 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, allies and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aziza Kamuhanda)

Photo by Cpl. Aziza Kamuhanda

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division conduct a live- fire range during a field exercise on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 7, 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. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division conduct a live- fire range during a field exercise on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 7, 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

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), prepare to board a UH-1Y Venom during a defense of amphibious task force (DATF) rehearsal aboard amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Red Sea, Aug. 7, 2023. The DATF rehearsal is conducted to provide full security to a ship during strait transit or when the ship is bound by land on both port and starboard sides. The Bataan Amphibious Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 51/5, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command area of operations, employed by U.S. Fifth Fleet to maintain maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), prepare to board a UH-1Y Venom during a defense of amphibious task force (DATF) rehearsal aboard amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Red Sea, Aug. 7, 2023. The DATF rehearsal is conducted to provide full security to a ship during strait transit or when the ship is bound by land on both port and starboard sides. The Bataan Amphibious Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 51/5, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command area of operations, employed by U.S. Fifth Fleet to maintain maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) (Special Operations Capable (SOC)), prepare for their upcoming bilateral training with Norwegian Armed Forces by conducting a convoy with personnel and equipment from Narvik to Setermoen, Norway on Aug. 6, 2023. The 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 Corpsphoto by Cpl. Michele Clarke

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) (Special Operations Capable (SOC)), prepare for their upcoming bilateral training with Norwegian Armed Forces by conducting a convoy with personnel and equipment from Narvik to Setermoen, Norway on Aug. 6, 2023. The 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 Corpsphoto by Cpl. Michele Clarke

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24 (CLB-24), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, comforts a simulated patient during an evacuation control center exercise as part of the CLB-24 Marine Corp Combat Readiness Evaluation (MCCRE) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 3, 2023. CLB-24’s MCCRE is the battalion's final evaluation to demonstrate combat readiness through proficiency in core mission essential tasks before they begin a change of operational control to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24 (CLB-24), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, comforts a simulated patient during an evacuation control center exercise as part of the CLB-24 Marine Corp Combat Readiness Evaluation (MCCRE) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 3, 2023. CLB-24’s MCCRE is the battalion's final evaluation to demonstrate combat readiness through proficiency in core mission essential tasks before they begin a change of operational control to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri

A U.S. Marine with 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division participates in a company live-fire range as part of a Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) on Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, August 2, 2023. The SLTE is a series of exercises designed to prepare Marines for future operations around the globe and to enhance the combat readiness for all elements of the Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance. Joshua Kumakaw)

A U.S. Marine with 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division participates in a company live-fire range as part of a Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) on Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, August 2, 2023. The SLTE is a series of exercises designed to prepare Marines for future operations around the globe and to enhance the combat readiness for all elements of the Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance. Joshua Kumakaw)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Kumakaw