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U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), fire M240B machine guns during a crew-served weapons deck shoot aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 28, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), fire M240B machine guns during a crew-served weapons deck shoot aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 28, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

Photo by Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy

A U.S. Marine with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) fast ropes from a static MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 29, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aydan Millette)

A U.S. Marine with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) fast ropes from a static MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 29, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aydan Millette)

Photo by Cpl. Aydan Millette

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jose M. Ramirez, right, from Texas and command senior enlisted leader, receives the sword of office from Lt. Col. David A. Hirt from Illinois, both with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167, during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Aug. 1, 2024. The ceremony represented a transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability from Sgt. Maj. Alexander Bruffy to Sgt. Maj. Jose M. Ramirez. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jose M. Ramirez, right, from Texas and command senior enlisted leader, receives the sword of office from Lt. Col. David A. Hirt from Illinois, both with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167, during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Aug. 1, 2024. The ceremony represented a transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability from Sgt. Maj. Alexander Bruffy to Sgt. Maj. Jose M. Ramirez. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Sean Rafferty, right, a native of New Jersey, and the outgoing commanding officer of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263, passes the unit colors to Lt. Col. Terry Carter, left, oncoming commanding officer of VMM-263, during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Aug. 1, 2023. The ceremony represented a transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability from Rafferty to Carter. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Sean Rafferty, right, a native of New Jersey, and the outgoing commanding officer of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263, passes the unit colors to Lt. Col. Terry Carter, left, oncoming commanding officer of VMM-263, during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Aug. 1, 2023. The ceremony represented a transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability from Rafferty to Carter. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Hernan Ramirez, a Mount Airy, North Carolina native and rifleman with 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, takes part in a company live-fire event on range 400 as part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 28, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Hernan Ramirez, a Mount Airy, North Carolina native and rifleman with 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, takes part in a company live-fire event on range 400 as part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 28, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

Photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez

U.S. Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, detonate controlled explosives while conducting a low order demolitions range on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, July 25, 2024. The purpose of ITX 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic, training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, detonate controlled explosives while conducting a low order demolitions range on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, July 25, 2024. The purpose of ITX 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic, training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, speaks to Marines about sword manual during Corporals Course 11-24 on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 2, 2024. 2nd Marine Logistics Group Corporals Course is a professional military education program designed to provide Marines with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to assume greater responsibility as a non-commissioned officer, that places emphasis on basic leadership skills, 2nd MLG's unit structure and their role in warfighting. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, speaks to Marines about sword manual during Corporals Course 11-24 on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 2, 2024. 2nd Marine Logistics Group Corporals Course is a professional military education program designed to provide Marines with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to assume greater responsibility as a non-commissioned officer, that places emphasis on basic leadership skills, 2nd MLG's unit structure and their role in warfighting. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

Photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division conduct a movement to contact range as a part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Aug. 1, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division conduct a movement to contact range as a part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Aug. 1, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

Photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Cole O’Connor, a mortarman with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conducts a speed reload during a deck shoot aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 24, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility operating in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Cole O’Connor, a mortarman with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conducts a speed reload during a deck shoot aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 24, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility operating in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen)

Photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53K King Stallion with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461 is parked on a runway postflight during Exercise Northern Strike (NS 24-2) 2024 at Grayling Army Airfield, Grayling, Michigan, Aug. 2, 2024. NS 24-2 is a premier reserve component training event that focuses on joint readiness training to build interoperability and strengthen partnerships in an all-domain environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53K King Stallion with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461 is parked on a runway postflight during Exercise Northern Strike (NS 24-2) 2024 at Grayling Army Airfield, Grayling, Michigan, Aug. 2, 2024. NS 24-2 is a premier reserve component training event that focuses on joint readiness training to build interoperability and strengthen partnerships in an all-domain environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo

Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Midshipmen jump over logs while conducting a timed endurance course during Career Orientation and Training for Midshipmen (CORTRAMID) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 26, 2024. CORTRAMID is a month-long opportunity for Midshipmen to step back from university life and experience the operational communities of the US Navy and Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary Kohlmann)

Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Midshipmen jump over logs while conducting a timed endurance course during Career Orientation and Training for Midshipmen (CORTRAMID) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 26, 2024. CORTRAMID is a month-long opportunity for Midshipmen to step back from university life and experience the operational communities of the US Navy and Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary Kohlmann)

Photo by Cpl. Mary Kohlmann

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Zachary Love, left, a platoon sergeant with Battalion Landing Team (BLT) 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), and Cpl. Derek Welch, a rifleman with BLT 1/8, 24th MEU (SOC), score targets during a small arms qualification range aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 10, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Readiness Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jacqueline Peguero-Montes)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Zachary Love, left, a platoon sergeant with Battalion Landing Team (BLT) 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), and Cpl. Derek Welch, a rifleman with BLT 1/8, 24th MEU (SOC), score targets during a small arms qualification range aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 10, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Readiness Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jacqueline Peguero-Montes)

Photo by Sgt. Jacqueline Peguero-Montes

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct noncombatant search drills aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 6, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of operations supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct noncombatant search drills aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, July 6, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of operations supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Michael Segaye, left, a Shiprock, New Mexico native and combat engineer with 2d Combat Engineer Battalion, 2d Marine Division, receives commands from Staff Sgt. Jordan Taylor, right, a Temple, Texas native and squad leader with 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division during a platoon live-fire event on range 205 as part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 22, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Michael Segaye, left, a Shiprock, New Mexico native and combat engineer with 2d Combat Engineer Battalion, 2d Marine Division, receives commands from Staff Sgt. Jordan Taylor, right, a Temple, Texas native and squad leader with 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division during a platoon live-fire event on range 205 as part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 22, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

Photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez

A Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Midshipman runs through mud while conducting a timed endurance course during Career Orientation and Training for Midshipmen (CORTRAMID) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 26, 2024.

CORTRAMID is a month-long opportunity for Midshipmen to step back from university life and experience the operational communities of the US Navy and Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary Kohlmann)

A Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Midshipman runs through mud while conducting a timed endurance course during Career Orientation and Training for Midshipmen (CORTRAMID) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 26, 2024. CORTRAMID is a month-long opportunity for Midshipmen to step back from university life and experience the operational communities of the US Navy and Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary Kohlmann)

Photo by Cpl. Mary Kohlmann

U.S. Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipmen receive instruction from Marines with 2d Combat Engineer Battalion, 2d Marine Division during the Fleet Marine Force (FMF) Program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 24, 2024. The FMF is a basic introduction and training event to familiarize NROTC Midshipmen who have committed to the path of becoming a Marine Corps officer, with the primary warfare designators that they will serve in. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cassidy Shepherd)

U.S. Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipmen receive instruction from Marines with 2d Combat Engineer Battalion, 2d Marine Division during the Fleet Marine Force (FMF) Program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 24, 2024. The FMF is a basic introduction and training event to familiarize NROTC Midshipmen who have committed to the path of becoming a Marine Corps officer, with the primary warfare designators that they will serve in. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cassidy Shepherd)

Photo by Cpl. Cassidy Shepherd

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith, left, the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks with Chief Warrant Officer 4 Jordan Taylor, right, a gunner with Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group, during a platoon live-fire event held by 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division as part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 23, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith, left, the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks with Chief Warrant Officer 4 Jordan Taylor, right, a gunner with Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group, during a platoon live-fire event held by 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division as part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 23, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez)

Photo by Cpl. Alexis Sanchez

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Carlos Gonzalez, an Arlington, Virginia native and crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, uses terrain features to find targets during a Fire Support Coordination Exercise as part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 23, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Weston Lindstrom)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Carlos Gonzalez, an Arlington, Virginia native and crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, uses terrain features to find targets during a Fire Support Coordination Exercise as part of Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) 5-24 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 23, 2024. The purpose of SLTE 5-24 is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Weston Lindstrom)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Weston Lindstrom

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, II MEF, and a Soldier with United Arab Emirates Presidential Guard Joint Fires Command watch a UH-1Y Venom fly by during close air support as part of Unit Enhancement Training 24-2 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 18, 2024. UET-24-2 is a bilateral military exercise held to strengthen interoperability and build upon the longstanding military relationship between U.S, Marines and United Arab Emirates Presidential Guard Soldiers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, II MEF, and a Soldier with United Arab Emirates Presidential Guard Joint Fires Command watch a UH-1Y Venom fly by during close air support as part of Unit Enhancement Training 24-2 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 18, 2024. UET-24-2 is a bilateral military exercise held to strengthen interoperability and build upon the longstanding military relationship between U.S, Marines and United Arab Emirates Presidential Guard Soldiers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Cpl. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

U.S. Marines with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, observe as the attached heavy beam is moved during helicopter support team operations at Tactical Landing Zone Condor on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 18, 2024. 2nd DSB conducted the training to prepare Marines to manage activities at landing zones; facilitate the pickup, movement, and landing of helicopter-borne troops, equipment, and supplies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, observe as the attached heavy beam is moved during helicopter support team operations at Tactical Landing Zone Condor on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 18, 2024. 2nd DSB conducted the training to prepare Marines to manage activities at landing zones; facilitate the pickup, movement, and landing of helicopter-borne troops, equipment, and supplies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis

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