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U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 pose for a photo after an award ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 3, 2024. VMM-162 was recognized for receiving the II Marine Expeditionary Force Lieutenant General "Chesty" Puller award (medium unit category), which is given annually to small, medium and large units within II MEF that demonstrated superior performance over the past year. (Image altered for security purposes)(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christopher Hernandez)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 pose for a photo after an award ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 3, 2024. VMM-162 was recognized for receiving the II Marine Expeditionary Force Lieutenant General "Chesty" Puller award (medium unit category), which is given annually to small, medium and large units within II MEF that demonstrated superior performance over the past year. (Image altered for security purposes)(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christopher Hernandez)

Photo by Sgt. Christopher Hernandez

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Sean Rodgers, small arms repair technician with II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, II MEF Information Group, does pushups after a unit physical training event at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 3, 2024. II MSB conducted a unit run to boost morale and enhance unit cohesion prior to the Independence Day holiday weekend. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Alston)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Sean Rodgers, small arms repair technician with II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, II MEF Information Group, does pushups after a unit physical training event at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 3, 2024. II MSB conducted a unit run to boost morale and enhance unit cohesion prior to the Independence Day holiday weekend. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Alston)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Alston

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Marine Division Band play music during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 3, 2024. This change of command ceremony represented the transfer of authorities and responsibilities from Lt. Col. Siclari to Lt. Col. Gwin. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nathan Mitchell)

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Marine Division Band play music during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 3, 2024. This change of command ceremony represented the transfer of authorities and responsibilities from Lt. Col. Siclari to Lt. Col. Gwin. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nathan Mitchell)

Photo by Sgt. Nathan Mitchell

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Steven J. Siclari, right, the outgoing commanding officer of 2nd Radio Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, presents the colors and relinquishes command to Lt. Col. Jason E. Gwin, the oncoming commanding officer, during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 3, 2024. This change of command ceremony represented the transfer of authorities and responsibilities from Lt. Col. Siclari to Lt. Col. Gwin. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nathan Mitchell)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Steven J. Siclari, right, the outgoing commanding officer of 2nd Radio Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, presents the colors and relinquishes command to Lt. Col. Jason E. Gwin, the oncoming commanding officer, during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 3, 2024. This change of command ceremony represented the transfer of authorities and responsibilities from Lt. Col. Siclari to Lt. Col. Gwin. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nathan Mitchell)

Photo by Sgt. Nathan Mitchell

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jens Gilbertson, left, from Washington, the commanding officer, and Sgt. Maj. Perry Bessant, from South Carolina, the command senior enlisted leader, both with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269, uncase the organizational colors during a reactivation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 1, 2024. The reactivation of HMLA-269 provides 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and II Marine Expeditionary Force with additional offensive air support, utility support, armed escort, and airborne supporting arms capability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jens Gilbertson, left, from Washington, the commanding officer, and Sgt. Maj. Perry Bessant, from South Carolina, the command senior enlisted leader, both with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269, uncase the organizational colors during a reactivation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 1, 2024. The reactivation of HMLA-269 provides 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and II Marine Expeditionary Force with additional offensive air support, utility support, armed escort, and airborne supporting arms capability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jens Gilbertson, left, from Washington, the commanding officer, and Sgt. Maj. Perry Bessant, from South Carolina, the command senior enlisted leader, both with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269, uncase the organizational colors during a reactivation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 1, 2024. The reactivation of HMLA-269 provides 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and II Marine Expeditionary Force with additional offensive air support, utility support, armed escort, and airborne supporting arms capability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jens Gilbertson, left, from Washington, the commanding officer, and Sgt. Maj. Perry Bessant, from South Carolina, the command senior enlisted leader, both with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269, uncase the organizational colors during a reactivation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 1, 2024. The reactivation of HMLA-269 provides 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and II Marine Expeditionary Force with additional offensive air support, utility support, armed escort, and airborne supporting arms capability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Theodore Bergan

U.S. Marine Corps Col. James W. Lively, the assistant division commander of 2d Marine Division, salutes during his frocking ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 30, 2024. Frocking is a tradition where Marines are advanced to the next pay grade, assuming the title and the responsibilities prior to their official date of promotion. Lively was frocked to the rank of brigadier general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alexa M. Hernandez)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. James W. Lively, the assistant division commander of 2d Marine Division, salutes during his frocking ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 30, 2024. Frocking is a tradition where Marines are advanced to the next pay grade, assuming the title and the responsibilities prior to their official date of promotion. Lively was frocked to the rank of brigadier general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alexa M. Hernandez)

Photo by Sgt. Alexa Hernandez

240630-N-HE057-1078 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 30, 2024) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS WASP (LHD 1) steams in formation with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKECSG), the Royal Navy Daring-class air-defense destroyer HMS Duncan (D 37) and the remaining components of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group (WSP ARG) in the Mediterranean Sea, June 30, 2024. The IKECSG is on a scheduled deployment to the Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to promote regional security and to deter aggression. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas Rodriguez)

240630-N-HE057-1078 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 30, 2024) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS WASP (LHD 1) steams in formation with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKECSG), the Royal Navy Daring-class air-defense destroyer HMS Duncan (D 37) and the remaining components of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group (WSP ARG) in the Mediterranean Sea, June 30, 2024. The IKECSG is on a scheduled deployment to the Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to promote regional security and to deter aggression. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas Rodriguez)

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Nicholas

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during routine flight operations while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 28, 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 Gunnery Sgt. Hector de Jesus)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during routine flight operations while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 28, 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 Gunnery Sgt. Hector de Jesus)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Hector De Jesus

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), and Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) fire at their targets during weapons familiarization training on the flight deck while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 27, 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 Cpl. Elton Taylor)

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), and Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) fire at their targets during weapons familiarization training on the flight deck while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 27, 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 Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor

U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Group (MACG) 28 color guard stand at attention during change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. The ceremony represented a transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability from Col. Brian McLean to Col. Kurt Gall. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Group (MACG) 28 color guard stand at attention during change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. The ceremony represented a transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability from Col. Brian McLean to Col. Kurt Gall. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, left, commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, accepts a microphone from Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson, outgoing commanding officer of 2nd DSB, during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, left, commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, accepts a microphone from Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson, outgoing commanding officer of 2nd DSB, during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z attack helicopter pilots with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (Rein.), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire an AGM-179 joint air-to-ground munition (JAGM) during an expeditionary (EXPO) strike, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, June 26, 2024. This EXPO strike launched the first JAGM off an AH-1Z in the Indo-Pacific region. The JAGM provides a true “fire and forget” capability to guide the missile to endgame, able to destroy fast-moving maritime targets like fast attack craft (FAC) in rough sea states. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps’ only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible and lethal force, ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premiere crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Lape)

U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z attack helicopter pilots with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (Rein.), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire an AGM-179 joint air-to-ground munition (JAGM) during an expeditionary (EXPO) strike, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, June 26, 2024. This EXPO strike launched the first JAGM off an AH-1Z in the Indo-Pacific region. The JAGM provides a true “fire and forget” capability to guide the missile to endgame, able to destroy fast-moving maritime targets like fast attack craft (FAC) in rough sea states. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps’ only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible and lethal force, ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premiere crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Lape)

Photo by Cpl. Christopher Lape

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), embark on to a rigid-hull inflatable boat with the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) during small boat operations, while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 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 in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jacqueline Peguero-Montes)

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), embark on to a rigid-hull inflatable boat with the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) during small boat operations, while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 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 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 Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), prepare ammunition for a crew served weapons range aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 22, 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. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), prepare ammunition for a crew served weapons range aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 22, 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

A U.S. Marine with 2d Marine Division surveys the area during the infantry skills test exercise as part of the Division Leader Assessment Program on Fort Walker, Virginia, June 21, 2024. This program was designed to prepare division leaders for command opportunities through various physical and mental challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexander Peterson)

A U.S. Marine with 2d Marine Division surveys the area during the infantry skills test exercise as part of the Division Leader Assessment Program on Fort Walker, Virginia, June 21, 2024. This program was designed to prepare division leaders for command opportunities through various physical and mental challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexander Peterson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alexander Peterson

Armed service members from multiple nations gather for the closing ceremony of the Coalition Warrior Interoperability Exploration, Experimentation, Examination Exercise (CWIX24) at the Joint Force Training Centre in Bydgoszcz, Poland, June 20, 2024. CWIX enhances Command and Control (C2) capabilities for a modern and forward-looking military force. By focusing on digital transformation, multi-domain operations, and the digital backbone, CWIX ensures the interoperability of these critical components. The exercise involves multiple countries, fostering international cooperation and technological integration. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Garrett Gillespie)

Armed service members from multiple nations gather for the closing ceremony of the Coalition Warrior Interoperability Exploration, Experimentation, Examination Exercise (CWIX24) at the Joint Force Training Centre in Bydgoszcz, Poland, June 20, 2024. CWIX enhances Command and Control (C2) capabilities for a modern and forward-looking military force. By focusing on digital transformation, multi-domain operations, and the digital backbone, CWIX ensures the interoperability of these critical components. The exercise involves multiple countries, fostering international cooperation and technological integration. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Garrett Gillespie)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Garrett Gillespie

U.S. Marines with 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, aim down their sights during an integrated company level live-fire and maneuver range during exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 24 at Gotland, Sweden, June 17, 2024. BALTOPS 24 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Andy O. Martinez)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, aim down their sights during an integrated company level live-fire and maneuver range during exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 24 at Gotland, Sweden, June 17, 2024. BALTOPS 24 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Andy O. Martinez)

Photo by Sgt. Andy Martinez

A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit Special Operations Capable, sights in during an amphibious assault exercise as part of Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 24 in Ustka, Poland, June 16, 2024. BALTOPS 24 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and Executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Aydan Millette)

A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit Special Operations Capable, sights in during an amphibious assault exercise as part of Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 24 in Ustka, Poland, June 16, 2024. BALTOPS 24 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and Executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Aydan Millette)

Photo by Cpl. Aydan Millette

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Air-Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force, shakes hands with a Swedish Army Soldier with 181st Armored Battalion, Gotland Regiment during exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 24 at Gotland, Sweden, June 15, 2024. BALTOPS 24 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Andy O. Martinez)

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Air-Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force, shakes hands with a Swedish Army Soldier with 181st Armored Battalion, Gotland Regiment during exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 24 at Gotland, Sweden, June 15, 2024. BALTOPS 24 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Andy O. Martinez)

Photo by Sgt. Andy Martinez

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