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U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, observe a CH-53E Super Stallion with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd MAW, land at the U.S. Navy’s Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center, Andros Island, The Bahamas, Feb. 16, 2026. MAG-29 Distributed Aviation Operations Exercise is a multi-week exercise designed to distribute command and control of aviation forces, pushing authorities to the lowest levels while keeping forces moving between airfields and air sites. MAG-29 DAO Exercise is scheduled to take place across the southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and The Bahamas.  (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, observe a CH-53E Super Stallion with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd MAW, land at the U.S. Navy’s Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center, Andros Island, The Bahamas, Feb. 16, 2026. MAG-29 Distributed Aviation Operations Exercise is a multi-week exercise designed to distribute command and control of aviation forces, pushing authorities to the lowest levels while keeping forces moving between airfields and air sites. MAG-29 DAO Exercise is scheduled to take place across the southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and The Bahamas.  (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Robert Epstein, the oncoming commanding officer of 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, delivers remarks during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 14, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the off-going to the oncoming commanding officer. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Douglas McDonough relinquished command of 2nd Intel Bn. to Epstein. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Channah Chilton)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Robert Epstein, the oncoming commanding officer of 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, delivers remarks during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 14, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the off-going to the oncoming commanding officer. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Douglas McDonough relinquished command of 2nd Intel Bn. to Epstein. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Channah Chilton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Channah Chilton

Norwegian army Chief of Defence Gen. Eirik Kristoffersen, center left, poses for a photo with the briefing staff of the Combined Joint Logistics Support Group during a tour of the CJLSG prior to exercise Cold Response 26 in Kjeller, Norway, Feb. 23, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Norwegian army Chief of Defence Gen. Eirik Kristoffersen, center left, poses for a photo with the briefing staff of the Combined Joint Logistics Support Group during a tour of the CJLSG prior to exercise Cold Response 26 in Kjeller, Norway, Feb. 23, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Sgt. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, build a fire at Cold Weather Training during exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 11, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Xavier Alicea)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, build a fire at Cold Weather Training during exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 11, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Xavier Alicea)

Photo by Cpl. Xavier Alicea

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, fly aboard a CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd MAW, at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, traveling to Key West, Florida, Feb. 11, 2026. MAG-29 Distributed Aviation Operations Exercise is a multi-week exercise designed to distribute command and control of aviation forces, pushing authorities to the lowest levels while keeping forces moving between airfields and air sites. MAG-29 DAO Exercise is scheduled to take place across the southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and The Bahamas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, fly aboard a CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd MAW, at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, traveling to Key West, Florida, Feb. 11, 2026. MAG-29 Distributed Aviation Operations Exercise is a multi-week exercise designed to distribute command and control of aviation forces, pushing authorities to the lowest levels while keeping forces moving between airfields and air sites. MAG-29 DAO Exercise is scheduled to take place across the southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and The Bahamas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Gavin McSwain, from North Carolina, a tiltrotor mechanic with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 261, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, conducts maintenance on an MV-22B Osprey at Cecil Airport, Florida, Feb. 20, 2026. MAG-29 Distributed Aviation Operations Exercise is a multi-week exercise designed to distribute command and control of aviation forces, pushing authorities to the lowest levels while keeping forces moving between airfields and air sites. MAG-29 DAO Exercise is scheduled to take place across the southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and The Bahamas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Gavin McSwain, from North Carolina, a tiltrotor mechanic with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 261, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, conducts maintenance on an MV-22B Osprey at Cecil Airport, Florida, Feb. 20, 2026. MAG-29 Distributed Aviation Operations Exercise is a multi-week exercise designed to distribute command and control of aviation forces, pushing authorities to the lowest levels while keeping forces moving between airfields and air sites. MAG-29 DAO Exercise is scheduled to take place across the southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and The Bahamas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Adyn Miles, an infantry rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, sights in on a M3A1 Multi-Role Anti-Armor Anti-Personnel Weapon System during exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 16, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Adyn Miles, an infantry rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, sights in on a M3A1 Multi-Role Anti-Armor Anti-Personnel Weapon System during exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 16, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

Photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Erlyse Alcantaramendrano, an administrative specialist with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, egresses from a polar plunge as part of cold weather survival training during exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 7, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Xavier Alicea)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Erlyse Alcantaramendrano, an administrative specialist with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, egresses from a polar plunge as part of cold weather survival training during exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 7, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Xavier Alicea)

Photo by Cpl. Xavier Alicea

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Seth Moultrie, an infantry rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, participates in a polar plunge during cold weather survival training at exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 6, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Seth Moultrie, an infantry rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, participates in a polar plunge during cold weather survival training at exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 6, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

Photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro

U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, fire a M252 81 mm mortar during exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 19, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, fire a M252 81 mm mortar during exercise Cold Response 26 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 19, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

Photo by Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, detonate an explosive breach on a doorway as part of an urban demolition range in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 18, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, detonate an explosive breach on a doorway as part of an urban demolition range in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 18, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson)

Photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Travis Kring, left, an intelligence officer with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, watches a U.K. Royal Marine pilot the T-150 uncrewed aerial system in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 17, 2026. The demonstration highlighted the differences between the resupply unmanned aircraft systems used by the U.K. Royal Marines and the U.S. Marine Corps. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Kring is a native of Arizona. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson)

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Travis Kring, left, an intelligence officer with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, watches a U.K. Royal Marine pilot the T-150 uncrewed aerial system in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 17, 2026. The demonstration highlighted the differences between the resupply unmanned aircraft systems used by the U.K. Royal Marines and the U.S. Marine Corps. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Kring is a native of Arizona. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson)

Photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, refuel a MV-22B Osprey during an aviation delivered ground refueling exercise during the MEU’s certification exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 17, 2026. CERTEX is a land-based pre-deployment exercise that enhances the integration and collective capability of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force while providing the 24th MEU with an opportunity to train and execute operations in austere and urban environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, refuel a MV-22B Osprey during an aviation delivered ground refueling exercise during the MEU’s certification exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 17, 2026. CERTEX is a land-based pre-deployment exercise that enhances the integration and collective capability of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force while providing the 24th MEU with an opportunity to train and execute operations in austere and urban environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, learn how to ski during cold weather training in preparation for exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, Feb. 15, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, learn how to ski during cold weather training in preparation for exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, Feb. 15, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Damian Magana, an infantry scout with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, stalks through vegetation during a stalker lane as part of the 24th MEU’s certification exercise on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 12, 2026. CERTEX is a land-based pre-deployment exercise that enhances the integration and collective capability of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force while providing the 24th MEU with an opportunity to train and execute operations in any clime and place. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Damian Magana, an infantry scout with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, stalks through vegetation during a stalker lane as part of the 24th MEU’s certification exercise on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 12, 2026. CERTEX is a land-based pre-deployment exercise that enhances the integration and collective capability of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force while providing the 24th MEU with an opportunity to train and execute operations in any clime and place. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.

An MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to land aboard amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during the MEU’s certification exercise in the Atlantic Ocean, Feb. 12, 2026. CERTEX is a land-based pre-deployment exercise that enhances the integration and collective capability of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force while providing the 24th MEU with an opportunity to train and execute operations in any clime or place. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White)

An MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to land aboard amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during the MEU’s certification exercise in the Atlantic Ocean, Feb. 12, 2026. CERTEX is a land-based pre-deployment exercise that enhances the integration and collective capability of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force while providing the 24th MEU with an opportunity to train and execute operations in any clime or place. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Parker Zahn, a motor vehicle operator with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, attaches snow chains to a Humvee before a tactical convoy in preparation for exercise Cold Response 26 in Sorresia, Norway, Feb. 10, 2026. Marines with CLR-27 arrival and assembly operations group transport ground equipment and logistical supplies for future dissemination of assets to support and sustain operations across various levels of a Marine Air-Ground Task Force. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Zahn is a native of Wisconsin. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Parker Zahn, a motor vehicle operator with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, attaches snow chains to a Humvee before a tactical convoy in preparation for exercise Cold Response 26 in Sorresia, Norway, Feb. 10, 2026. Marines with CLR-27 arrival and assembly operations group transport ground equipment and logistical supplies for future dissemination of assets to support and sustain operations across various levels of a Marine Air-Ground Task Force. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Zahn is a native of Wisconsin. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, execute underwater egress training at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 6, 2026. UET provides Marines and Sailors with the skills and confidence to safely evacuate an aircraft submerged in water. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, execute underwater egress training at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 6, 2026. UET provides Marines and Sailors with the skills and confidence to safely evacuate an aircraft submerged in water. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

U.S. Marine Corps tactical vehicles are staged in preparation for exercise Cold Response 26 in Tromsdalen, Norway, Jan. 22, 2026. The Marine Corps Pre-positioning Program-Norway, managed by Blount Island Command, enables the rapid outfitting of a deployed Marine Air-Ground Task Force by storing ready-to-use equipment in climate-controlled caves. Exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

U.S. Marine Corps tactical vehicles are staged in preparation for exercise Cold Response 26 in Tromsdalen, Norway, Jan. 22, 2026. The Marine Corps Pre-positioning Program-Norway, managed by Blount Island Command, enables the rapid outfitting of a deployed Marine Air-Ground Task Force by storing ready-to-use equipment in climate-controlled caves. Exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, engage in a live-fire machine gun range in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 14, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, engage in a live-fire machine gun range in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 14, 2026. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson)

Photo by Cpl. Apollo Wilson

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