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U.S. Marine Corporal Isay Baca (left), Sgt Elisha Fink (center) and Staff Sgt. Christian Dejesus (right) with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa pose with their new Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) belts during a MAI course in Boblingen, Germany on Aug. 10, 2023. During MAI training, a diverse array of weapons can be employed to cultivate comprehensive combat skills, while also emphasizing rigorous physical conditioning. These encompass edged weapons like knives, bayonets, and combat blades, alongside impact weapons such as batons and improvised objects. The overarching goal of this training is to equip MAIs with proficiency in instructing Marines across a wide spectrum of weaponry, catering to various combat scenarios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois)

U.S. Marine Corporal Isay Baca (left), Sgt Elisha Fink (center) and Staff Sgt. Christian Dejesus (right) with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa pose with their new Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) belts during a MAI course in Boblingen, Germany on Aug. 10, 2023. During MAI training, a diverse array of weapons can be employed to cultivate comprehensive combat skills, while also emphasizing rigorous physical conditioning. These encompass edged weapons like knives, bayonets, and combat blades, alongside impact weapons such as batons and improvised objects. The overarching goal of this training is to equip MAIs with proficiency in instructing Marines across a wide spectrum of weaponry, catering to various combat scenarios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois)

Photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois

U.S. Marine Corporal Isay Baca (left), Sgt Elisha Fink (center) and Staff Sgt. Christian Dejesus (right) with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa pose with their new Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) belts during a MAI course in Boblingen, Germany on Aug. 10, 2023. During MAI training, a diverse array of weapons can be employed to cultivate comprehensive combat skills, while also emphasizing rigorous physical conditioning. These encompass edged weapons like knives, bayonets, and combat blades, alongside impact weapons such as batons and improvised objects. The overarching goal of this training is to equip MAIs with proficiency in instructing Marines across a wide spectrum of weaponry, catering to various combat scenarios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois)

U.S. Marine Corporal Isay Baca (left), Sgt Elisha Fink (center) and Staff Sgt. Christian Dejesus (right) with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa pose with their new Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) belts during a MAI course in Boblingen, Germany on Aug. 10, 2023. During MAI training, a diverse array of weapons can be employed to cultivate comprehensive combat skills, while also emphasizing rigorous physical conditioning. These encompass edged weapons like knives, bayonets, and combat blades, alongside impact weapons such as batons and improvised objects. The overarching goal of this training is to equip MAIs with proficiency in instructing Marines across a wide spectrum of weaponry, catering to various combat scenarios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois)

Photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois

U.S. Marine Corporal Isay Baca (left), Sgt Elisha Fink (center) and Staff Sgt. Christian Dejesus (right) with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa pose with their new Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) belts during a MAI course in Boblingen, Germany on Aug. 10, 2023. During MAI training, a diverse array of weapons can be employed to cultivate comprehensive combat skills, while also emphasizing rigorous physical conditioning. These encompass edged weapons like knives, bayonets, and combat blades, alongside impact weapons such as batons and improvised objects. The overarching goal of this training is to equip MAIs with proficiency in instructing Marines across a wide spectrum of weaponry, catering to various combat scenarios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois)

U.S. Marine Corporal Isay Baca (left), Sgt Elisha Fink (center) and Staff Sgt. Christian Dejesus (right) with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa pose with their new Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) belts during a MAI course in Boblingen, Germany on Aug. 10, 2023. During MAI training, a diverse array of weapons can be employed to cultivate comprehensive combat skills, while also emphasizing rigorous physical conditioning. These encompass edged weapons like knives, bayonets, and combat blades, alongside impact weapons such as batons and improvised objects. The overarching goal of this training is to equip MAIs with proficiency in instructing Marines across a wide spectrum of weaponry, catering to various combat scenarios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois)

Photo by Sgt. James Bourgeois

U.S. Marines with Force Company, 2d Reconnaissance Battalion, 2d Marine Division, under tactical control of Task Force 61/2, fast rope out of a MH-60S helicopter in Souda Bay, Greece on July 19, 2023. Task Force 61/2.5 provides naval and joint force commanders with dedicated multi-domain reconnaissance and counter reconnaissance (RXR) capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray)

U.S. Marines with Force Company, 2d Reconnaissance Battalion, 2d Marine Division, under tactical control of Task Force 61/2, fast rope out of a MH-60S helicopter in Souda Bay, Greece on July 19, 2023. Task Force 61/2.5 provides naval and joint force commanders with dedicated multi-domain reconnaissance and counter reconnaissance (RXR) capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray

U.S. Marines with Force Company, 2d Reconnaissance Battalion, 2d Marine Division, under tactical control of Task Force 61/2, prepare to launch a RQ-20B Puma from a combat rubber raiding craft in front of the Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 72) in Souda Bay, Greece on July 12, 2023. Task Force 61/2.5 provides naval and joint force commanders with dedicated multi-domain reconnaissance and counter reconnaissance (RXR) capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray)

U.S. Marines with Force Company, 2d Reconnaissance Battalion, 2d Marine Division, under tactical control of Task Force 61/2, prepare to launch a RQ-20B Puma from a combat rubber raiding craft in front of the Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 72) in Souda Bay, Greece on July 12, 2023. Task Force 61/2.5 provides naval and joint force commanders with dedicated multi-domain reconnaissance and counter reconnaissance (RXR) capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Jacob Fretto, a platoon commander with Golf Company, 2d Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, learns basic coxswain skills during exercise Baltic Operations 2023 (BALTOPS 23) in the Baltic Sea, June 8, 2023. BALTOPS 23 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 the combined response capability critical to preserving the freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Jacob Fretto, a platoon commander with Golf Company, 2d Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, learns basic coxswain skills during exercise Baltic Operations 2023 (BALTOPS 23) in the Baltic Sea, June 8, 2023. BALTOPS 23 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 the combined response capability critical to preserving the freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 364 (VMM-364) fly over Djibouti, April 13, 2023. VMM-364 provides critical support to multiple operations within Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Arica and AFRICOM. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Aaron Irvin)

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 364 (VMM-364) fly over Djibouti, April 13, 2023. VMM-364 provides critical support to multiple operations within Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Arica and AFRICOM. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Aaron Irvin)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Aaron Irvin

Norwegian soldier Cpl. Ingeborg Athammer with Artillery Battalion Battery NILS, speaks to U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Coral Warren, Air Defense Control Officer, from Springfield, MO, about the K9 VIDAR self-propelled howitzer during the FIRES Summit hosted by Norwegian Armed Forces in Setermoen, Norway, April 19, 2023. The FIRES Summit strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies while demonstrating U.S. technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Norwegian soldier Cpl. Ingeborg Athammer with Artillery Battalion Battery NILS, speaks to U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Coral Warren, Air Defense Control Officer, from Springfield, MO, about the K9 VIDAR self-propelled howitzer during the FIRES Summit hosted by Norwegian Armed Forces in Setermoen, Norway, April 19, 2023. The FIRES Summit strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies while demonstrating U.S. technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, fire an M3E1 multipurpose anti-armor anti-personnel weapon system during a live-fire range while deployed with Marine Rotational Forces Europe (MRF-E) 23.1 in Setermoen, Norway, April 2, 2023. MRF-E focuses on regional engagements throughout Europe by conducting various exercises, mountain warfare training, and military-to-military engagements which enhance overall interoperability of the U.S. Marine Corps with allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, fire an M3E1 multipurpose anti-armor anti-personnel weapon system during a live-fire range while deployed with Marine Rotational Forces Europe (MRF-E) 23.1 in Setermoen, Norway, April 2, 2023. MRF-E focuses on regional engagements throughout Europe by conducting various exercises, mountain warfare training, and military-to-military engagements which enhance overall interoperability of the U.S. Marine Corps with allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki)

Photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, fire an FGM-148 Javelin during a live-fire range while deployed with Marine Rotational Forces Europe (MRF-E) 23.1 in Setermoen, Norway, April 2, 2023. MRF-E focuses on regional engagements throughout Europe by conducting various exercises, mountain warfare training, and military-to-military engagements which enhance overall interoperability of the U.S. Marine Corps with allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, fire an FGM-148 Javelin during a live-fire range while deployed with Marine Rotational Forces Europe (MRF-E) 23.1 in Setermoen, Norway, April 2, 2023. MRF-E focuses on regional engagements throughout Europe by conducting various exercises, mountain warfare training, and military-to-military engagements which enhance overall interoperability of the U.S. Marine Corps with allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki)

Photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, conduct a 5-kilometer hike during Marine Rotational Force- Europe 23.1 in Setermoen, Norway, Jan. 29, 2023. MRF-E 23.1 focuses on regional engagements throughout Europe by conducting various exercises, mountain-warfare training, and military-to-military engagements, which enhances the overall interoperability of the U.S. Marine Corps with allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian M. Garcia)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, conduct a 5-kilometer hike during Marine Rotational Force- Europe 23.1 in Setermoen, Norway, Jan. 29, 2023. MRF-E 23.1 focuses on regional engagements throughout Europe by conducting various exercises, mountain-warfare training, and military-to-military engagements, which enhances the overall interoperability of the U.S. Marine Corps with allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian M. Garcia)

Photo by Sgt. Christian Garcia

A U.S. Marine with 2d Combat Engineer Battalion, 2d Marine Division, operates a Bandvagn 206 during the Belted Vehicle Course in Forset, Norway, Dec. 10, 2022. The Belted Vehicle Course teaches Marines technical knowledge and proficiency in operating the Bandvagn 206 in the arctic environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton)

A U.S. Marine with 2d Combat Engineer Battalion, 2d Marine Division, operates a Bandvagn 206 during the Belted Vehicle Course in Forset, Norway, Dec. 10, 2022. The Belted Vehicle Course teaches Marines technical knowledge and proficiency in operating the Bandvagn 206 in the arctic environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Division, execute an arctic range during the NATO Cold Weather Instructor Course (NCWIC) in Innset, Norway, Nov. 29, 2022. NCWIC is a course designed to develop Marines and other service members to be instructors of cold weather survival training in preparation for future deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton)

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Division, execute an arctic range during the NATO Cold Weather Instructor Course (NCWIC) in Innset, Norway, Nov. 29, 2022. NCWIC is a course designed to develop Marines and other service members to be instructors of cold weather survival training in preparation for future deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Division light a Small Unit Expeditionary (SUE) stove at their campsite during the NATO Cold Weather Instructor Course in Setermoen, Norway, Nov. 24, 2022. NCWIC is a course designed to develop Marines and other service members to be instructors of cold weather survival training in preparation for future deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton)

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Division light a Small Unit Expeditionary (SUE) stove at their campsite during the NATO Cold Weather Instructor Course in Setermoen, Norway, Nov. 24, 2022. NCWIC is a course designed to develop Marines and other service members to be instructors of cold weather survival training in preparation for future deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Christine Latuner, platoon sergeant, with Combat Logistics Battalion 6 (CLB-6), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, leads her team during a patrol for Freezing Winds 22 Syndalen, Finland, Nov. 27, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of CLB-6, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Christine Latuner, platoon sergeant, with Combat Logistics Battalion 6 (CLB-6), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, leads her team during a patrol for Freezing Winds 22 Syndalen, Finland, Nov. 27, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of CLB-6, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz)

Photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt Anthony Vandiver, logistics officer, with Combat Logistics Battalion 6 (CLB-6), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, conducts a helicopter lift with Finnish aircraft NH90 during Freezing Winds 22 in Gumbole, Finland Nov. 30, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of CLB-6, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl Jackson Kirkiewicz)

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt Anthony Vandiver, logistics officer, with Combat Logistics Battalion 6 (CLB-6), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, conducts a helicopter lift with Finnish aircraft NH90 during Freezing Winds 22 in Gumbole, Finland Nov. 30, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of CLB-6, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl Jackson Kirkiewicz)

Photo by Cpl. Jackson Kirkiewicz

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines conduct a rifle range with members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force observers during Keen Sword 23 aboard the USS New Orleans LPD-18, Pacific Ocean, Nov. 13, 2022. Keen Sword is a biennial training event that exercises the combined capabilities and lethality developed between 3d Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force and the JGSDF. This bilateral field-training exercise between the U.S. military and the JGSDF strengthens interoperability and combat readiness of the U.S.-Japan alliance.

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines conduct a rifle range with members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force observers during Keen Sword 23 aboard the USS New Orleans LPD-18, Pacific Ocean, Nov. 13, 2022. Keen Sword is a biennial training event that exercises the combined capabilities and lethality developed between 3d Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force and the JGSDF. This bilateral field-training exercise between the U.S. military and the JGSDF strengthens interoperability and combat readiness of the U.S.-Japan alliance.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Lorenzo Ducato

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and Finnish Soldiers with Ekenas Coastal Battalion, prime a trinitrotoluene (TNT) explosive during an Explosive Ordnance Disposal range in preparation for exercise Freezing Winds 22 in Syndalen, Finland, Oct. 4, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of CLB-6, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and Finnish Soldiers with Ekenas Coastal Battalion, prime a trinitrotoluene (TNT) explosive during an Explosive Ordnance Disposal range in preparation for exercise Freezing Winds 22 in Syndalen, Finland, Oct. 4, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of CLB-6, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Meshaq Hylton

Finnish Army Staff Sgt. Benjamin Blomqvist (center), a combat boat craft commander with Vaasa Coastal Battalion, gives a safety brief to Marines before executing a littoral reconnaissance range in preparation for exercise Freezing Winds 22 in Syndalen, Finland, Oct. 8, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

Finnish Army Staff Sgt. Benjamin Blomqvist (center), a combat boat craft commander with Vaasa Coastal Battalion, gives a safety brief to Marines before executing a littoral reconnaissance range in preparation for exercise Freezing Winds 22 in Syndalen, Finland, Oct. 8, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Meshaq Hylton

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Makenna Holden, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 6 (CLB-6), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, sights in during a table 5 range in preparation for Exercise Freezing Winds 22 in Syndalen, Finland, Oct. 10, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of CLB-6, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Makenna Holden, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 6 (CLB-6), Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, sights in during a table 5 range in preparation for Exercise Freezing Winds 22 in Syndalen, Finland, Oct. 10, 2022. Task Force Red Cloud, headquartered by elements of CLB-6, is deployed to Finland in support of Exercises SYD 2022 and Freezing Winds 2022 to enhance U.S. and Finnish select interdependence in the maritime domain; solidify bilateral maritime maneuver within the Finnish littoral environment; and foster strong relationships between U.S. Marine Corps and Finnish Defense Force sustainment units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meshaq Hylton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Meshaq Hylton

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