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A student displays an American flag that she made during a community relations event at a local elementary school, the Istituto Comprensivo Cesare Battisti of Catania, in the San Cristoforo neighborhood, Sept. 25, 2014. The students and staff welcomed the service members from Naval Air Station Sigonella with a warm embrace, holding up handmade signs with American and Italian flags side-by-side. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shawn Valosin)

A student displays an American flag that she made during a community relations event at a local elementary school, the Istituto Comprensivo Cesare Battisti of Catania, in the San Cristoforo neighborhood, Sept. 25, 2014. The students and staff welcomed the service members from Naval Air Station Sigonella with a warm embrace, holding up handmade signs with American and Italian flags side-by-side. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shawn Valosin)

Photo by Cpl. Shawn Valosin

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sep. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sep. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black Sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

U.S. Marines and sailors from Black sea Rotational Force 14 participated in Platinum Lynx 14.6 in the Carpathian Mountains from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Miercurea Ciuc, Romania. Knowledge and understanding of skills and tactics in mountain regions was shared between the Marines and Romanian Land Forces to help sustain readiness in any location. Service members trained with the 61st Mountain Troops Brigade from the Romanian Land Forces in rappelling, rock climbing, a live-fire range and survival skills. The exercise concluded with a 15-kilometer troop movement in high-elevation terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young/released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Young

Members of the Cameroonian Naval Commando Company (COPALCO) conduct a physical fitness session, Sept. 28, 2014. Marines with Security Cooperation Team 5B, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, worked with the COPALCO on marksmanship, boat operations, patrolling and noncommissioned officer leadership. (Courtesy Photo)

Members of the Cameroonian Naval Commando Company (COPALCO) conduct a physical fitness session, Sept. 28, 2014. Marines with Security Cooperation Team 5B, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, worked with the COPALCO on marksmanship, boat operations, patrolling and noncommissioned officer leadership. (Courtesy Photo)

Photo by Courtesy photo

Members of the Cameroonian Naval Commando Company (COPALCO) stand security duty while conducting a final exercise in Cameroon, Sept. 28, 2014. Maneuvering in the river, while simultaneously fighting against currents and other natural obstacles is a key component in maritime interdiction. While on a theater security cooperation engagement, Security Cooperation Team 5B with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, worked with the COPALCO on marksmanship, boat operations, and patrolling. (Courtesy Photo)

Members of the Cameroonian Naval Commando Company (COPALCO) stand security duty while conducting a final exercise in Cameroon, Sept. 28, 2014. Maneuvering in the river, while simultaneously fighting against currents and other natural obstacles is a key component in maritime interdiction. While on a theater security cooperation engagement, Security Cooperation Team 5B with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, worked with the COPALCO on marksmanship, boat operations, and patrolling. (Courtesy Photo)

Photo by Couresty photo

Members of the Cameroonian Naval Commando Company (COPALCO) give a hand signal while practicing patrolling techniques in Cameroon, Sept. 28, 2014. Maneuvering in the river, while simultaneously fighting against currents and other natural obstacles is a key component in maritime interdiction. While on a theater security cooperation engagement, Security Cooperation Team 5B with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, worked with the COPALCO on marksmanship, boat operations, and patrolling. (Courtesy Photo)

Members of the Cameroonian Naval Commando Company (COPALCO) give a hand signal while practicing patrolling techniques in Cameroon, Sept. 28, 2014. Maneuvering in the river, while simultaneously fighting against currents and other natural obstacles is a key component in maritime interdiction. While on a theater security cooperation engagement, Security Cooperation Team 5B with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, worked with the COPALCO on marksmanship, boat operations, and patrolling. (Courtesy Photo)

Photo by Courtesy photo

Members of Security Cooperation Team 5B, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa present an oar to Captain Stephane Bullet, the company commander and senior ranking officer for the Cameroonian Naval Commando Company (COPALCO) in Cameroon, Sept. 28, 2014. The team created the oar in Cameroon and wrapped the handles in parachute cord. In the center of the paddle are the ranks of the SCT-5B team members, with the paddle portion holding patches from the Coast Guard, Navy and Marine Corps. SCT-5B worked with the COPALCO on marksmanship, boat operations, and patrolling. (Courtesy Photo)

Members of Security Cooperation Team 5B, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa present an oar to Captain Stephane Bullet, the company commander and senior ranking officer for the Cameroonian Naval Commando Company (COPALCO) in Cameroon, Sept. 28, 2014. The team created the oar in Cameroon and wrapped the handles in parachute cord. In the center of the paddle are the ranks of the SCT-5B team members, with the paddle portion holding patches from the Coast Guard, Navy and Marine Corps. SCT-5B worked with the COPALCO on marksmanship, boat operations, and patrolling. (Courtesy Photo)

Photo by Courtesy photo

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