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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Halliday, a water maintenance technician, and 1st Lt. Logan Book, executive officer of Combat Engineer Company, both with 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, train on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 4, 2024, prior to competing in the 128th Boston Marathon. Halliday and Book qualified to compete in the Boston Marathon as a member of the All-Marine Running Team through their hard work and dedication. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Halliday, a water maintenance technician, and 1st Lt. Logan Book, executive officer of Combat Engineer Company, both with 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, train on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 4, 2024, prior to competing in the 128th Boston Marathon. Halliday and Book qualified to compete in the Boston Marathon as a member of the All-Marine Running Team through their hard work and dedication. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz)

Photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz

U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Erick Belena, a hull technician with the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), instructs U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Lucas Camacho, a ground radio electronics repairman with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), on how to weld and metal work on April 12, 2024. The USS Wasp, with embarked 24th MEU, is underway in the Atlantic Ocean completing integrated naval training as a WSP ARG-24th MEU team. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Erick Belena, a hull technician with the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), instructs U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Lucas Camacho, a ground radio electronics repairman with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), on how to weld and metal work on April 12, 2024. The USS Wasp, with embarked 24th MEU, is underway in the Atlantic Ocean completing integrated naval training as a WSP ARG-24th MEU team. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Division coach youth lacrosse players in Topsail, North Carolina, April 20, 2024. Volunteering with sports teams helps Marines engage with and contribute to the local communities by mentoring it’s youth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Max Arellano)

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Division coach youth lacrosse players in Topsail, North Carolina, April 20, 2024. Volunteering with sports teams helps Marines engage with and contribute to the local communities by mentoring it’s youth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Max Arellano)

Photo by Cpl. Max Arellano

A welcome sign stands outside of the Holcomb Gate on Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 8, 2008. MCB Camp Lejeune has been noted as the Home of the Expeditionary Forces in Readiness; directly supporting the II Marine Expeditionary Force. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Marine Corps)

A welcome sign stands outside of the Holcomb Gate on Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 8, 2008. MCB Camp Lejeune has been noted as the Home of the Expeditionary Forces in Readiness; directly supporting the II Marine Expeditionary Force. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Marine Corps)

Photo by Courtsey Photo

U.S. Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Battalion conduct a counter-unmanned aircraft system (UAS) range on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 16, 2024. 2nd LAAD Battalion conducted a dynamic, tactical scenario-driven counter-UAS aerial-gunnery range in which Marines had to shoot, maneuver, and communicate while directly engaging UAS aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Battalion conduct a counter-unmanned aircraft system (UAS) range on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 16, 2024. 2nd LAAD Battalion conducted a dynamic, tactical scenario-driven counter-UAS aerial-gunnery range in which Marines had to shoot, maneuver, and communicate while directly engaging UAS aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Raymond Hower, a native of California and an AV-8B Harrier II jet pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 223, conducts preflight checks prior to a flight honoring his great-uncle Louis A. Conter at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 18, 2024. Conter was the last known survivor of the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 and passed away April 1, 2024. Hower flew U.S. flags and Conter's naval aviator wing insignia during the flight. Conter served in the U.S. Navy from 1939 to 1967. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Raymond Hower, a native of California and an AV-8B Harrier II jet pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 223, conducts preflight checks prior to a flight honoring his great-uncle Louis A. Conter at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 18, 2024. Conter was the last known survivor of the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 and passed away April 1, 2024. Hower flew U.S. flags and Conter's naval aviator wing insignia during the flight. Conter served in the U.S. Navy from 1939 to 1967. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Dennis W. Sampson (left), the commanding officer for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), relieves Sgt. Maj. James Horr (center) of his duties as Sergeant Major the 26th MEU(SOC) during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Apr. 19, 2024. The relief and appointment ceremony serves as the official changeover between Sergeants Major, honoring the outgoing Sergeant’s Major contributions during his tenure and allowing the oncoming SgtMaj to introduce himself to the Marines now under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Dennis W. Sampson (left), the commanding officer for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), relieves Sgt. Maj. James Horr (center) of his duties as Sergeant Major the 26th MEU(SOC) during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Apr. 19, 2024. The relief and appointment ceremony serves as the official changeover between Sergeants Major, honoring the outgoing Sergeant’s Major contributions during his tenure and allowing the oncoming SgtMaj to introduce himself to the Marines now under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Melina Vazquez, a Woodbridge, Virginia native and mortarman with 2d Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division (MARDIV), assists a child in properly putting on a flak jacket during the annual Month of the Military Child Celebration at Swansboro Elementary School in Swansboro, North Carolina, April 17, 2024. 2d Marine Regiment hosted the display for the annual Month of the Military Child Celebration to foster community relations, while being role models for Onslow County Schools students. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Micah Thompson)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Melina Vazquez, a Woodbridge, Virginia native and mortarman with 2d Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division (MARDIV), assists a child in properly putting on a flak jacket during the annual Month of the Military Child Celebration at Swansboro Elementary School in Swansboro, North Carolina, April 17, 2024. 2d Marine Regiment hosted the display for the annual Month of the Military Child Celebration to foster community relations, while being role models for Onslow County Schools students. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Micah Thompson)

Photo by Pfc. Micah Thompson

U.S. Marine Corps Ethan Jara, a small arms technician with Headquarters and Service Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, demonstrates how to reload a MK-19 Grenade Launcher during Devil Pup Day on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 19, 2024. H&S Battalion hosted the Devil Pup Day to boost morale, encourage family bonding, and strengthen unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Ethan Jara, a small arms technician with Headquarters and Service Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, demonstrates how to reload a MK-19 Grenade Launcher during Devil Pup Day on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 19, 2024. H&S Battalion hosted the Devil Pup Day to boost morale, encourage family bonding, and strengthen unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division stand as position safety officers for a live-fire range during "In Their Boots" day on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 18, 2024. "In Their Boots" day is an opportunity for the families to experience a day in the life of their Marine or Sailor and continue building camaraderie within the unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Micah Thompson)

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division stand as position safety officers for a live-fire range during "In Their Boots" day on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 18, 2024. "In Their Boots" day is an opportunity for the families to experience a day in the life of their Marine or Sailor and continue building camaraderie within the unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Micah Thompson)

Photo by Pfc. Micah Thompson

U.S Marine Corps Capt. Jergen Campbell, the suicide prevention program coordinator for headquarters Marine Corps, delivers a presentation on suicide awareness during a Suicide Prevention Wellness Symposium on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 17, 2024. During the symposium, mental health professionals from Headquarters Marine Corps discussed important issues regarding mental well-being with service members and civilian contractors with II MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jack Labrador)

U.S Marine Corps Capt. Jergen Campbell, the suicide prevention program coordinator for headquarters Marine Corps, delivers a presentation on suicide awareness during a Suicide Prevention Wellness Symposium on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 17, 2024. During the symposium, mental health professionals from Headquarters Marine Corps discussed important issues regarding mental well-being with service members and civilian contractors with II MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jack Labrador)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jack Labrador

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conduct a noncombatant evacuation operation exercise during Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX) at Onslow Beach, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 17, 2024. The WSP ARG-24th MEU is conducting COMPTUEX, their final at-sea, certification exercise under the evaluation of Carrier Strike Group 4 and Expeditionary Operations Training Group. Throughout COMPTUEX, the WSP ARG-24th MEU is evaluated across a spectrum of scenarios that determine their readiness to deploy. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conduct a noncombatant evacuation operation exercise during Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX) at Onslow Beach, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 17, 2024. The WSP ARG-24th MEU is conducting COMPTUEX, their final at-sea, certification exercise under the evaluation of Carrier Strike Group 4 and Expeditionary Operations Training Group. Throughout COMPTUEX, the WSP ARG-24th MEU is evaluated across a spectrum of scenarios that determine their readiness to deploy. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

Photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt

A student at Oaks Road Academy poses for a photo next to a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle, assigned to 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Battalion, during a career fair in New Bern, North Carolina, April 19, 2024. 2nd LAAD Battalion and Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271 participated in a career fair at Oaks Road Academy to engage with the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Daisha Ramirez)

A student at Oaks Road Academy poses for a photo next to a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle, assigned to 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Battalion, during a career fair in New Bern, North Carolina, April 19, 2024. 2nd LAAD Battalion and Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271 participated in a career fair at Oaks Road Academy to engage with the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Daisha Ramirez)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Daisha Ramirez

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Raymond Hower, a native of California and an AV-8B Harrier II jet pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 223, places U.S. flags inside an AV-8B Harrier II before a flight honoring his great-uncle Louis A. Conter at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 18, 2024. Conter was the last known survivor of the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 and passed away April 1, 2024. Hower flew U.S. flags and Conter's naval aviator wing insignia during the flight. Conter served in the U.S. Navy from 1939 to 1967. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Raymond Hower, a native of California and an AV-8B Harrier II jet pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 223, places U.S. flags inside an AV-8B Harrier II before a flight honoring his great-uncle Louis A. Conter at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 18, 2024. Conter was the last known survivor of the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 and passed away April 1, 2024. Hower flew U.S. flags and Conter's naval aviator wing insignia during the flight. Conter served in the U.S. Navy from 1939 to 1967. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Rafael Lozada, an ammunition technician with Ammunition Company, 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, counts blank ammunition on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 17, 2024. Lozada was selected by his command for his diligence, commitment, and seamless ability to handle a multitude of tasks. Lozada’s accomplishment include completing over 800 issue and turn-in transactions, coupled with conducting more than 150 vehicle inspections, while being praised for high ethics and efficiency. When asked why he joined the Marine Corps Lozada said, “I played football in college for three years prior to joining the military, and a lot of it is similar. In football it is all about having attention to detail, which makes the difference between winning and losing. In the Marine Corps paying attention to the details is even more important because it isn’t just win or lose, it can be life or death.” Each week, 2nd MLG recognizes one outstanding Marine or Sailor that goes above and beyond in their duties and embodies the whole Marine concept. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Rafael Lozada, an ammunition technician with Ammunition Company, 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, counts blank ammunition on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 17, 2024. Lozada was selected by his command for his diligence, commitment, and seamless ability to handle a multitude of tasks. Lozada’s accomplishment include completing over 800 issue and turn-in transactions, coupled with conducting more than 150 vehicle inspections, while being praised for high ethics and efficiency. When asked why he joined the Marine Corps Lozada said, “I played football in college for three years prior to joining the military, and a lot of it is similar. In football it is all about having attention to detail, which makes the difference between winning and losing. In the Marine Corps paying attention to the details is even more important because it isn’t just win or lose, it can be life or death.” Each week, 2nd MLG recognizes one outstanding Marine or Sailor that goes above and beyond in their duties and embodies the whole Marine concept. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Damon Burrows, bottom left, the commanding officer of Headquarters Battalion (HQ Bn), 2d Marine Division (MARDIV), and Maj. Gen. Calvert Worth Jr., center, the commanding general of 2d MARDIV, pose for a group photo with Marines from HQ Bn, 2d MARDIV after a formation on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 12, 2024. Worth held a formation to present challenge coins to Marines who embody the values of 2d MARDIV and consistently demonstrate the highest standard of leadership and professionalism. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allegra Catalan-Dyson)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Damon Burrows, bottom left, the commanding officer of Headquarters Battalion (HQ Bn), 2d Marine Division (MARDIV), and Maj. Gen. Calvert Worth Jr., center, the commanding general of 2d MARDIV, pose for a group photo with Marines from HQ Bn, 2d MARDIV after a formation on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 12, 2024. Worth held a formation to present challenge coins to Marines who embody the values of 2d MARDIV and consistently demonstrate the highest standard of leadership and professionalism. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allegra Catalan-Dyson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Allegra CatalanDyson

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Allan Anderson, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and a native of Carrollton, Georgia, poses for a portrait with a joint light tactical vehicle on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 10, 2024. Each week, 2nd MLG recognizes one outstanding Marine or Sailor as the Warrior of the Week, who goes above and beyond in their duties and embodies the whole Marine concept. Anderson was selected for his leadership skills and proficiency in convoy operations during a Marine Air-Ground Task Force Warfighting Exercise. When asked what piece of advice he would give to his past self, Anderson said, “Don’t let the little things in life get in the way of your goals. Keep your head up and you can overcome any obstacle that gets in your way.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Allan Anderson, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and a native of Carrollton, Georgia, poses for a portrait with a joint light tactical vehicle on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 10, 2024. Each week, 2nd MLG recognizes one outstanding Marine or Sailor as the Warrior of the Week, who goes above and beyond in their duties and embodies the whole Marine concept. Anderson was selected for his leadership skills and proficiency in convoy operations during a Marine Air-Ground Task Force Warfighting Exercise. When asked what piece of advice he would give to his past self, Anderson said, “Don’t let the little things in life get in the way of your goals. Keep your head up and you can overcome any obstacle that gets in your way.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz)

Photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Larry L. Buzzard (center), the commanding officer for Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), prepares to appoint Sgt. Maj. Sean Blue (left) as the Sergeant Major of VMM-162 (Rein.) during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Apr. 18, 2024. The relief and appointment ceremony serves as the official changeover between Sergeants Major, honoring the outgoing Sergeant’s Major contributions during his tenure and allowing the oncoming SgtMaj to introduce himself to the Marines now under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Larry L. Buzzard (center), the commanding officer for Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), prepares to appoint Sgt. Maj. Sean Blue (left) as the Sergeant Major of VMM-162 (Rein.) during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Apr. 18, 2024. The relief and appointment ceremony serves as the official changeover between Sergeants Major, honoring the outgoing Sergeant’s Major contributions during his tenure and allowing the oncoming SgtMaj to introduce himself to the Marines now under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Cpl. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

Civilian contractors in support of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conduct pre-flight checks on a V-BAT unmanned aircraft system aboard USS New York (LPD 21) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean during Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX), April 17, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG)-24th MEU is conducting COMPTUEX, their final at-sea, certification exercise under the evaluation of Carrier Strike Group 4 and Expeditionary Operations Training Group. Throughout COMPTUEX, the WSP ARG-24th MEU is evaluated across a spectrum of scenarios that determine their readiness to deploy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

Civilian contractors in support of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conduct pre-flight checks on a V-BAT unmanned aircraft system aboard USS New York (LPD 21) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean during Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX), April 17, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG)-24th MEU is conducting COMPTUEX, their final at-sea, certification exercise under the evaluation of Carrier Strike Group 4 and Expeditionary Operations Training Group. Throughout COMPTUEX, the WSP ARG-24th MEU is evaluated across a spectrum of scenarios that determine their readiness to deploy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 26, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, observe the pass in review during a relief and appointment ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 18, 2024. During the ceremony, Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey R. Perry relinquished his duties as battalion sergeant major of CLB 26 to Sgt. Maj. Mark R. Mlachak. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 26, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, observe the pass in review during a relief and appointment ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 18, 2024. During the ceremony, Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey R. Perry relinquished his duties as battalion sergeant major of CLB 26 to Sgt. Maj. Mark R. Mlachak. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

Photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton

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