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Exterior stock photographs of the newly completed II Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters were captured for historical documentation, archival purposes and future command information products at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 27, 2026. The 180,251-square-foot facility was constructed to enhance command and control, operational planning and overall readiness capabilities for II MEF, and includes administrative spaces, the Littoral Warfare Training Center and a 24/7 watch floor supporting real-time operational awareness and mission execution across the force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. DeMontae Stovall)

Exterior stock photographs of the newly completed II Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters were captured for historical documentation, archival purposes and future command information products at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 27, 2026. The 180,251-square-foot facility was constructed to enhance command and control, operational planning and overall readiness capabilities for II MEF, and includes administrative spaces, the Littoral Warfare Training Center and a 24/7 watch floor supporting real-time operational awareness and mission execution across the force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. DeMontae Stovall)

Photo by Sgt. DeMontae Stovall

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ryan N. McCrary, from Virginia, the command senior enlisted leader of Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, delivers the squadron colors during the Marine Unmanned Maintenance Squadron (MUMS) 14 activation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 16, 2026. MUMS-14 serves as the principal provider of organic level maintenance support for the U.S. Marine Corps Group 5 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operational and training fleet system of systems. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ryan N. McCrary, from Virginia, the command senior enlisted leader of Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, delivers the squadron colors during the Marine Unmanned Maintenance Squadron (MUMS) 14 activation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 16, 2026. MUMS-14 serves as the principal provider of organic level maintenance support for the U.S. Marine Corps Group 5 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operational and training fleet system of systems. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller)

Photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller

A UH-1Y Venom crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, fires a M240-D machine gun during an aerial gun range while over the Caribbean Sea, June 8, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A UH-1Y Venom crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, fires a M240-D machine gun during an aerial gun range while over the Caribbean Sea, June 8, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Cpl. Daniel Garcia

A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, departs San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) during night deck landing qualifications while underway in the Caribbean Sea, June 6, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, departs San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) during night deck landing qualifications while underway in the Caribbean Sea, June 6, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Sgt. Daniel Childs

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Christopher Denham, outgoing sergeant major of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, left, salutes Col. Thomas Trimble, commanding officer of the 22nd MEU, right, during a relief and appointment ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2026. The relief and appointment ceremony represents the transfer of responsibility and accountability from the outgoing to the incoming sergeant major. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Tanner Bernat)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Christopher Denham, outgoing sergeant major of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, left, salutes Col. Thomas Trimble, commanding officer of the 22nd MEU, right, during a relief and appointment ceremony on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2026. The relief and appointment ceremony represents the transfer of responsibility and accountability from the outgoing to the incoming sergeant major. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Tanner Bernat)

Photo by Sgt. Tanner Bernat

A U.S. Navy corpsman with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, Littoral Combat Force-24, shoots from the kneeling position at unknown distance targets on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 2, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Navy corpsman with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, Littoral Combat Force-24, shoots from the kneeling position at unknown distance targets on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 2, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Payton Walley

A U.S. Marine Corps machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, Littoral Combat Force-24, rehearses quick reaction force procedures on Roosevelt Roads Naval Station, Puerto Rico, June 2, 2026. U.S. Military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine Corps machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, Littoral Combat Force-24, rehearses quick reaction force procedures on Roosevelt Roads Naval Station, Puerto Rico, June 2, 2026. U.S. Military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bolin Jr.

U.S. Marines with 2nd Radio Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, stand in formation during the 2nd Radio Bn. Change of Command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 16, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the offgoing to the oncoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ethan Claassen)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Radio Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, stand in formation during the 2nd Radio Bn. Change of Command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 16, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the offgoing to the oncoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ethan Claassen)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ethan Claassen

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ryan N. McCrary, from Virginia, the command senior enlisted leader of Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, delivers the squadron colors during the Marine Unmanned Maintenance Squadron (MUMS) 14 activation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 16, 2026. MUMS-14 serves as the principal provider of organic level maintenance support for the U.S. Marine Corps Group 5 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operational and training fleet system of systems. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ryan N. McCrary, from Virginia, the command senior enlisted leader of Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, delivers the squadron colors during the Marine Unmanned Maintenance Squadron (MUMS) 14 activation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 16, 2026. MUMS-14 serves as the principal provider of organic level maintenance support for the U.S. Marine Corps Group 5 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operational and training fleet system of systems. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller)

Photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Cristian Asensiomora, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, fires a M4 service rifle during exercise Baltic Operations 26 in Skrunda, Latvia, June 8, 2026. BALTOPS 2026, the premiere maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. Asensiomora is a native of Indiana. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Cristian Asensiomora, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, fires a M4 service rifle during exercise Baltic Operations 26 in Skrunda, Latvia, June 8, 2026. BALTOPS 2026, the premiere maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. Asensiomora is a native of Indiana. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion pose for a photo in front of the previous II MEF headquarters building during a battalion run on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, May 22, 2026. The battalion run was conducted to increase morale, camaraderie and to observe the Memorial Day holiday.

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion pose for a photo in front of the previous II MEF headquarters building during a battalion run on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, May 22, 2026. The battalion run was conducted to increase morale, camaraderie and to observe the Memorial Day holiday.

Photo by Sgt. DeMontae Stovall

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Alexander Panetta, a platoon sergeant with 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, closes the hatch to an ACV during a shore-to-ship movement to accomplish training objectives within the Naval Integrated Training Package-2 and Amphibious Mobility Warfare Certifications as a part of 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit's during Type Commander’s Amphibious Training (TCAT) on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 14, 2026. TCAT is a military exercise designed to enhance mobility and integration between the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy. The amphibious force is an integrated powerhouse providing sea, land, and air operations, giving geographic combatant commanders a more flexible, agile force for aggregated or dis-aggregated operations across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Channah Chilton)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Alexander Panetta, a platoon sergeant with 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, closes the hatch to an ACV during a shore-to-ship movement to accomplish training objectives within the Naval Integrated Training Package-2 and Amphibious Mobility Warfare Certifications as a part of 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit's during Type Commander’s Amphibious Training (TCAT) on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 14, 2026. TCAT is a military exercise designed to enhance mobility and integration between the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy. The amphibious force is an integrated powerhouse providing sea, land, and air operations, giving geographic combatant commanders a more flexible, agile force for aggregated or dis-aggregated operations across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Channah Chilton)

Photo by Cpl. Channah Chilton

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Andres Ibarra, right, a California native, and Sgt. Grant Phillips, a North Carolina native, both crew chiefs with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, conduct maintenance on a CH-53K King Stallion during Type Commander’s Amphibious Training aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) June 14, 2026. TCAT is a military exercise designed to enhance mobility and integration between the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy. The amphibious force is an integrated powerhouse providing sea, land, and air operations, giving geographic combatant commanders a more flexible, agile force for aggregated or dis-aggregated operations across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Osmar VasquezHernandez)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Andres Ibarra, right, a California native, and Sgt. Grant Phillips, a North Carolina native, both crew chiefs with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, conduct maintenance on a CH-53K King Stallion during Type Commander’s Amphibious Training aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) June 14, 2026. TCAT is a military exercise designed to enhance mobility and integration between the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy. The amphibious force is an integrated powerhouse providing sea, land, and air operations, giving geographic combatant commanders a more flexible, agile force for aggregated or dis-aggregated operations across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Osmar VasquezHernandez)

Photo by Cpl. Osmar VasquezHernandez

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Christopher Schaub, left, the oncoming commanding officer of II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, shakes hands with Lt. Col. Spencer Sweet, the offgoing commanding officer of II MSB, during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 15, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the offgoing to the oncoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. John Allen)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Christopher Schaub, left, the oncoming commanding officer of II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, shakes hands with Lt. Col. Spencer Sweet, the offgoing commanding officer of II MSB, during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 15, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the offgoing to the oncoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. John Allen)

Photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Ian Fletcher, the Commanding Officer of II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, speaks to Marines and family members during the 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company Change of Command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 11, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the offgoing to the oncoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sabine Wilson)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Ian Fletcher, the Commanding Officer of II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, speaks to Marines and family members during the 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company Change of Command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 11, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the offgoing to the oncoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sabine Wilson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Sabine Wilson

The 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, and Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, pose for a photo with Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 11, 2026. Gen. Smith and Sgt. Maj. Ruiz traveled to Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point to tour military facilities, engage with and recognize Marines, Sailors, and civilians for superior performance, and receive operational updates from key leaders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

The 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, and Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, pose for a photo with Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 11, 2026. Gen. Smith and Sgt. Maj. Ruiz traveled to Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point to tour military facilities, engage with and recognize Marines, Sailors, and civilians for superior performance, and receive operational updates from key leaders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

Christy Hazlett, STARBASE program director, Jackie Rideout, Trish Smith, wife of the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, and Hadley Smith pose for a photograph at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, June 11, 2026. Smith toured facilities on base to gain insight into the quality of life programs and opportunities available to military members and their families, including education, employment and community support services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Powell)

Christy Hazlett, STARBASE program director, Jackie Rideout, Trish Smith, wife of the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, and Hadley Smith pose for a photograph at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, June 11, 2026. Smith toured facilities on base to gain insight into the quality of life programs and opportunities available to military members and their families, including education, employment and community support services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Powell)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Powell

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Sebastian Tamblyn, left, shelter officer in charge, Marine Corps Air Station New River, and U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Roxana Q. Lacey, field medical technician, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 264, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, give a demonstration during a cardiopulmonary resuscitation class at the Marine Corps Medical Home New River at MCAS New River, North Carolina, June 8, 2026. The MCAS New River Medical Team provided CPR training to the MCAS New River Shelter Team to enhance the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Sebastian Tamblyn, left, shelter officer in charge, Marine Corps Air Station New River, and U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Roxana Q. Lacey, field medical technician, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 264, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, give a demonstration during a cardiopulmonary resuscitation class at the Marine Corps Medical Home New River at MCAS New River, North Carolina, June 8, 2026. The MCAS New River Medical Team provided CPR training to the MCAS New River Shelter Team to enhance the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa DeCrane

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Matthew Krider, from South Carolina, an F-35B Lightning II pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares for takeoff during exercise Ramstein Flag 2026 at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, June 5, 2026. The F-35 serves as a versatile asset in support of expeditionary and rapid deployment operations, displaying U.S. capabilities in support of NATO allies. RAFL26 is NATO’s premier multi-domain tactical exercise involving 19 nations and over 15 operational locations. The exercise provides realistic combat scenarios in complex environments and is designed to enhance the Alliance’s deterrence and collective defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Matthew Krider, from South Carolina, an F-35B Lightning II pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares for takeoff during exercise Ramstein Flag 2026 at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, June 5, 2026. The F-35 serves as a versatile asset in support of expeditionary and rapid deployment operations, displaying U.S. capabilities in support of NATO allies. RAFL26 is NATO’s premier multi-domain tactical exercise involving 19 nations and over 15 operational locations. The exercise provides realistic combat scenarios in complex environments and is designed to enhance the Alliance’s deterrence and collective defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Nishan Campbell, the commanding officer of 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, addresses Marines and NATO partners during the opening ceremony of exercise Sea Breeze 26 at Babadag Training Area, Romania, June 10, 2026. Sea Breeze 26 is an annual exercise co-sponsored by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and Marine Corps Forces Europe-Africa, designed to develop interoperability of maritime and ground forces in the Black Sea Region through combined NATO deliberate planning, integration, and command and control of Marine Amphibious Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Noah Masog)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Nishan Campbell, the commanding officer of 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, addresses Marines and NATO partners during the opening ceremony of exercise Sea Breeze 26 at Babadag Training Area, Romania, June 10, 2026. Sea Breeze 26 is an annual exercise co-sponsored by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and Marine Corps Forces Europe-Africa, designed to develop interoperability of maritime and ground forces in the Black Sea Region through combined NATO deliberate planning, integration, and command and control of Marine Amphibious Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Noah Masog)

Photo by Sgt. Noah Masog

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