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U.S. Marines and Sailors with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band perform during a concert at Kauniala Veteran’s Hospital, in Kauniainen, Finland, Jan. 28, 2024. In addition to the Help Center concert, the five-day visit will include concerts at Kauniala Veteran’s Hospital, Vaskivuori High School, Marjatta Schools, and U.S. Embassy to Finland, as well as workshops with the Turku Rock Academy and students from Vaskivuori High School. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band perform during a concert at Kauniala Veteran’s Hospital, in Kauniainen, Finland, Jan. 28, 2024. In addition to the Help Center concert, the five-day visit will include concerts at Kauniala Veteran’s Hospital, Vaskivuori High School, Marjatta Schools, and U.S. Embassy to Finland, as well as workshops with the Turku Rock Academy and students from Vaskivuori High School. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook

U.S. Navy MU3, Bobby Novoa, a musician with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa band, sings during a Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band concert at the Help Center for Ukranians in Helsinki, Finland, Jan. 27, 2024. The concert was held by the Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band as a means of engaging the community of displaced Ukrainian citizens living in Helsinki. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

U.S. Navy MU3, Bobby Novoa, a musician with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa band, sings during a Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band concert at the Help Center for Ukranians in Helsinki, Finland, Jan. 27, 2024. The concert was held by the Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band as a means of engaging the community of displaced Ukrainian citizens living in Helsinki. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, speaks with Adm. Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto, Deputy Chief of the Italian Navy, at the Italian Navy Headquarters in Rome, Italy on Jan. 24, 2024. During this visit Sofge engaged in discussions with key leaders reinforcing the strong bond with our Italian allies, fostering bilateral cooperation, crucial for ongoing Marine Corps operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, speaks with Adm. Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto, Deputy Chief of the Italian Navy, at the Italian Navy Headquarters in Rome, Italy on Jan. 24, 2024. During this visit Sofge engaged in discussions with key leaders reinforcing the strong bond with our Italian allies, fostering bilateral cooperation, crucial for ongoing Marine Corps operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, and Commodore Maxwell Arhen, commander of the Eastern Naval Command, speak with Sailors attending classes at the TEMA Naval Base in Accra, Ghana on Feb. 6, 2024. During the visit Sofge received a tour of the facilities and engaged with key leaders of the Ghana Navy, where he addressed the importance of the U.S. Marines mission in Ghana and it's surrounding regions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, and Commodore Maxwell Arhen, commander of the Eastern Naval Command, speak with Sailors attending classes at the TEMA Naval Base in Accra, Ghana on Feb. 6, 2024. During the visit Sofge received a tour of the facilities and engaged with key leaders of the Ghana Navy, where he addressed the importance of the U.S. Marines mission in Ghana and it's surrounding regions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

Norwegian Army Major General Lars S. Lervik, Chief of the Norwegian Army, discusses the upcoming NATO exercise Nordic Response 24 with U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert Sofge Jr., the Commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa; and Lt. Gen. David A. Ottignon, the commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force, during a general officer call at the Norwegian Army Headquarters in Bardufoss, Norway, Jan. 24, 2024. Nordic Response is a Norwegian national readiness and defense exercise designed to enhance military capabilities and allied cooperation in high-intensity warfighting in a challenging arctic environment. This exercise will test military activities ranging from the reception of allied and partner reinforcements and command and control interoperability to combined joint operations, maritime prepositioning force logistics, integration with NATO militaries, and reacting against an adversary force during a dynamic training environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Jon Holmes)

Norwegian Army Major General Lars S. Lervik, Chief of the Norwegian Army, discusses the upcoming NATO exercise Nordic Response 24 with U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert Sofge Jr., the Commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa; and Lt. Gen. David A. Ottignon, the commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force, during a general officer call at the Norwegian Army Headquarters in Bardufoss, Norway, Jan. 24, 2024. Nordic Response is a Norwegian national readiness and defense exercise designed to enhance military capabilities and allied cooperation in high-intensity warfighting in a challenging arctic environment. This exercise will test military activities ranging from the reception of allied and partner reinforcements and command and control interoperability to combined joint operations, maritime prepositioning force logistics, integration with NATO militaries, and reacting against an adversary force during a dynamic training environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Jon Holmes)

Photo by Master Sgt. Jon Holmes

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro speaks with Marines, sailors, and civilians from U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart during a visit to U.S. Army Garrison Panzer Kaserne, Stuttgart, Jan. 22, 2024. Del Toro held a Q&A and spoke with the Marines and Sailors about Naval integration, quality of life concerns, the strength of our fleet, and other matters relevant to the Marine Corps and the Department of the Navy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacob Richardson)

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro speaks with Marines, sailors, and civilians from U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart during a visit to U.S. Army Garrison Panzer Kaserne, Stuttgart, Jan. 22, 2024. Del Toro held a Q&A and spoke with the Marines and Sailors about Naval integration, quality of life concerns, the strength of our fleet, and other matters relevant to the Marine Corps and the Department of the Navy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacob Richardson)

Photo by Cpl. Jacob Richardson

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band perform during the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings at Anzio and Nettuno in Nettuno, Italy, on Jan. 24, 2024. The Sicily-Rome American Cemetery hosted the ceremony to commemorate Operation Shingle, the codename for the Allied landings at Anzio and Nettuno. The ceremony honored the service members who fought and died in the vicinity during World War II. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band perform during the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings at Anzio and Nettuno in Nettuno, Italy, on Jan. 24, 2024. The Sicily-Rome American Cemetery hosted the ceremony to commemorate Operation Shingle, the codename for the Allied landings at Anzio and Nettuno. The ceremony honored the service members who fought and died in the vicinity during World War II. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Maxwell Cook

A U.S. Marine with Jaeger (Hunter) concept platoon, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, carries an FGM-148 Javelin to a hide site position prior to Exercise Cold Response 22 in Setermoen, Norway, March 3, 2022. Exercise Cold Response 22 is a biennial Norwegian national readiness and defense exercise that takes place across Norway, with participation from each of its military services, including 26 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) allied nations and regional partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. William Chockey)

A U.S. Marine with Jaeger (Hunter) concept platoon, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, carries an FGM-148 Javelin to a hide site position prior to Exercise Cold Response 22 in Setermoen, Norway, March 3, 2022. Exercise Cold Response 22 is a biennial Norwegian national readiness and defense exercise that takes place across Norway, with participation from each of its military services, including 26 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) allied nations and regional partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. William Chockey)

Photo by Sgt. William Chockey

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, gives his opening remarks during the Final Coordination Conference for exercise Nordic Response 2024 at the NATO Joint Warfare Centre (JWC) in Stavanger, Norway on Dec. 12, 2023. During the visit Sofge participated in leadership discussions with NATO key leaders including Maj. Gen. Piotr Malinowski, commander of JWC and Brig. Gen. Mark A. Cunningham, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of JWC, reinforcing a lasting partnership with our NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, gives his opening remarks during the Final Coordination Conference for exercise Nordic Response 2024 at the NATO Joint Warfare Centre (JWC) in Stavanger, Norway on Dec. 12, 2023. During the visit Sofge participated in leadership discussions with NATO key leaders including Maj. Gen. Piotr Malinowski, commander of JWC and Brig. Gen. Mark A. Cunningham, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of JWC, reinforcing a lasting partnership with our NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, gives his opening remarks during exercise Nordic Response 2024 at the NATO Joint Warfare Centre (JWC) in Stavanger, Norway on Dec. 12, 2023. During this visit Sofge participated in leadership discussions with NATO key leaders including Maj. Gen. Piotr Malinowski, commander of JWC and Brig. Gen. Mark A. Cunningham, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of JWC, reinforcing a lasting partnership with our NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, gives his opening remarks during exercise Nordic Response 2024 at the NATO Joint Warfare Centre (JWC) in Stavanger, Norway on Dec. 12, 2023. During this visit Sofge participated in leadership discussions with NATO key leaders including Maj. Gen. Piotr Malinowski, commander of JWC and Brig. Gen. Mark A. Cunningham, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of JWC, reinforcing a lasting partnership with our NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

Norwegian military leaders and U.S. Marines assigned to U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa and Combat Logistics Battalion 6, pose for a photo during a tour of the motor pool in Vaernes, Norway on Dec. 7, 2023. During the visit, U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of MFEA, participated in leadership discussions with key Norwegian partners, cultivating bilateral cooperation in support of ongoing Marine Corps operations within Norway. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Norwegian military leaders and U.S. Marines assigned to U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa and Combat Logistics Battalion 6, pose for a photo during a tour of the motor pool in Vaernes, Norway on Dec. 7, 2023. During the visit, U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of MFEA, participated in leadership discussions with key Norwegian partners, cultivating bilateral cooperation in support of ongoing Marine Corps operations within Norway. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, speaks with Norwegian Soldiers and U.S. Marines, in Setermoen, Norway on Dec. 8, 2023. Sofge visited the Marines participating in the NATO Winter Instructor Course. The NWIC trains Marines and other service members as instructors for cold weather survival in preparation for upcoming deployments. This strategic engagement not only amplifies the significance of Sofge's direct involvement with the Marines but fosters bilateral cooperation, crucial for ongoing Marine Corps operations within Norway. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, speaks with Norwegian Soldiers and U.S. Marines, in Setermoen, Norway on Dec. 8, 2023. Sofge visited the Marines participating in the NATO Winter Instructor Course. The NWIC trains Marines and other service members as instructors for cold weather survival in preparation for upcoming deployments. This strategic engagement not only amplifies the significance of Sofge's direct involvement with the Marines but fosters bilateral cooperation, crucial for ongoing Marine Corps operations within Norway. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, gives a speech at the Town Hall on Grytoya Island, Norway on Dec. 9, 2023. Sofge convened with the Mayor of Harstad, Norwegian military personnel, and residents who are connected to the story of "Short Stop 24". This engagement showcased the robust bond between the Marines and Norwegians, fostering ongoing collaboration and fortifying the enduring partnership between the Marines and the people of Harstad, Norway. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, gives a speech at the Town Hall on Grytoya Island, Norway on Dec. 9, 2023. Sofge convened with the Mayor of Harstad, Norwegian military personnel, and residents who are connected to the story of "Short Stop 24". This engagement showcased the robust bond between the Marines and Norwegians, fostering ongoing collaboration and fortifying the enduring partnership between the Marines and the people of Harstad, Norway. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, gives a speech during the 248th Marine Corps ball hosted at Kurhaus, Baden-Baden, Germany, Nov. 18, 2023. Every year, Marines across the world get together to celebrate and honor the history and legacy of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, gives a speech during the 248th Marine Corps ball hosted at Kurhaus, Baden-Baden, Germany, Nov. 18, 2023. Every year, Marines across the world get together to celebrate and honor the history and legacy of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Skye Ciaccio, adjutant with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, reads Gen. John A. Lejeune’s birthday message during the 248th Marine Corps ball ceremony hosted at Kurhaus, Baden-Baden, Germany, Nov. 18, 2023. Every year, Marines across the world get together to celebrate and honor the history and legacy of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Skye Ciaccio, adjutant with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, reads Gen. John A. Lejeune’s birthday message during the 248th Marine Corps ball ceremony hosted at Kurhaus, Baden-Baden, Germany, Nov. 18, 2023. Every year, Marines across the world get together to celebrate and honor the history and legacy of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa march out the birthday cake during the 248th Marine Corps ball ceremony hosted at Kurhaus, Baden-Baden, Germany, Nov. 18, 2023. Every year, Marines across the world get together to celebrate and honor the history and legacy of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa march out the birthday cake during the 248th Marine Corps ball ceremony hosted at Kurhaus, Baden-Baden, Germany, Nov. 18, 2023. Every year, Marines across the world get together to celebrate and honor the history and legacy of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, cuts the birthday cake during the 248th Marine Corps ball ceremony hosted at Kurhaus, Baden-Baden, Germany, Nov. 18, 2023. Every year, Marines across the world get together to celebrate and honor the history and legacy of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, cuts the birthday cake during the 248th Marine Corps ball ceremony hosted at Kurhaus, Baden-Baden, Germany, Nov. 18, 2023. Every year, Marines across the world get together to celebrate and honor the history and legacy of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, speaks to Marines with the U.S. Embassy during a Key Leaders Engagement in Dakar, Senegal on Nov. 8, 2023. During the visit Sofge meets with the Senegalese Navy and the Institute Defense of Senegal, providing opportunities to discuss and enhance collaborative efforts on various fronts fostering a lasting partnership between the two nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, speaks to Marines with the U.S. Embassy during a Key Leaders Engagement in Dakar, Senegal on Nov. 8, 2023. During the visit Sofge meets with the Senegalese Navy and the Institute Defense of Senegal, providing opportunities to discuss and enhance collaborative efforts on various fronts fostering a lasting partnership between the two nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, lays a wreath during the Beirut bombing memorial to honor the fallen in Lyon, France on Oct. 21, 2023. The Beirut bombing memorial commemorates the 40th anniversary of the attacks conducted against the French and Americans. This event occurs every five years, and notably, it’s the first time a U.S. Marine general has attended in a decade. Together, the French and U.S. Marines honor their comrades who served side by side in Lebanon in 1983, reinforcing the enduring bond between these two nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, lays a wreath during the Beirut bombing memorial to honor the fallen in Lyon, France on Oct. 21, 2023. The Beirut bombing memorial commemorates the 40th anniversary of the attacks conducted against the French and Americans. This event occurs every five years, and notably, it’s the first time a U.S. Marine general has attended in a decade. Together, the French and U.S. Marines honor their comrades who served side by side in Lebanon in 1983, reinforcing the enduring bond between these two nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, greets retirees during the Beirut bombing memorial in Lyon, France on Oct. 21, 2023. The Beirut bombing memorial commemorates the 40th anniversary of the attacks conducted against the French and Americans. This event occurs every five years, and notably, it’s the first time a U.S. Marine general has attended in a decade. Together, the French and U.S. Marines honor their comrades who served side by side in Lebanon in 1983, reinforcing the enduring bond between these two nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge Jr., commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, greets retirees during the Beirut bombing memorial in Lyon, France on Oct. 21, 2023. The Beirut bombing memorial commemorates the 40th anniversary of the attacks conducted against the French and Americans. This event occurs every five years, and notably, it’s the first time a U.S. Marine general has attended in a decade. Together, the French and U.S. Marines honor their comrades who served side by side in Lebanon in 1983, reinforcing the enduring bond between these two nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mary Linniman

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