U.S. Marines with Fire Support Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, and Marine Air Support Squadron 1, Marine Air Control Group 28, operate a command and control node to integrate with a U.S. Marine-operated Australian StrikeMaster Coastal Defense System and a Norwegian Maneuver Air Defense system on Jan Mayen, Norway, Aug. 29 to Sept. 3, 2026. The training was part of Operation Atlantic City 26, a Norwegian-led trilateral readiness initiative with the United Kingdom and United States designed to develop and demonstrate expeditionary advanced base capabilities and validate combined fires, maritime domain awareness, and sea denial to reinforce the security and stability of the High North. Jan Mayen is sovereign Norwegian territory situated in an isolated part of the Norwegian Sea, approximately 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) from mainland Norway. At the same time, the island occupies an important geostrategic position north of the Greenland-Iceland-U.K. gap, an area of water strategically significant to the defense of the U.S. homeland and northern Europe. This video was created on Sept. 7, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kedrick Schumacher)

A video documentary titled "The Northern Edge: Jan Mayen" documents trilateral military operations between U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa, the Norwegian Armed Forces, and the British Armed Forces during Operation Atlantic City 26 on the island of Jan Mayen, Sept. 2, 2026. The production highlights the trilateral force's ability to project power, defend key maritime terrain in the Greenland-Iceland-U.K. (GIUK) gap, and validate expeditionary advanced base capabilities, combined fires, and sea denial to reinforce NATO's rapid-response posture and collective security across the High North. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Noah Masog) This video include licensed music and motion graphic assets sourced via Adobe Stock under commercial DoD license [Asset IDs: #2119481536 (Audio), #207684228, #303132792, #558088975, #248060641, #641790029]. Additional archival imagery provided courtesy of the Norwegian Armed Forces / Forsvaret Mediebank.

U.S. Marines, Norwegian Home Guard, and U.K. Royal Marines establish a secure forward perimeter on Jan Mayen, Norway, Aug 29, 2026. This agile forward posture, demonstrated during Operation Atlantic City 26, is essential for controlling key maritime terrain and ensuring NATO can rapidly respond to any challenge in the High North. Atlantic City 26 is a Norwegian-led trilateral readiness initiative with the United Kingdom and United States designed to develop and demonstrate expeditionary advanced base capabilities and validate combined fires, maritime domain awareness, and sea denial to reinforce the security and stability of the High North. Jan Mayen is sovereign Norwegian territory in an isolated part of the Norwegian Sea, approximately 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) from mainland Norway. At the same time, the island occupies an important geostrategic position north of the Greenland-Iceland-U.K. gap, an area of water strategically significant to the defense of the U.S. homeland and northern Europe. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Noah Masog) Music and graphic assets used in this product were sourced from Adobe Stock through a U.S. Marine Corps enterprise license.

U.S. Marines, Norwegian Home Guard, and U.K. Royal Marines establish a secure forward perimeter on Jan Mayen, Norway, Aug 29, 2026. This agile forward posture, demonstrated during Operation Atlantic City 26, is essential for controlling key maritime terrain and ensuring NATO can rapidly respond to any challenge in the High North. Atlantic City 26 is a Norwegian-led trilateral readiness initiative with the United Kingdom and United States designed to develop and demonstrate expeditionary advanced base capabilities and validate combined fires, maritime domain awareness, and sea denial to reinforce the security and stability of the High North. Jan Mayen is sovereign Norwegian territory in an isolated part of the Norwegian Sea, approximately 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) from mainland Norway. At the same time, the island occupies an important geostrategic position north of the Greenland-Iceland-U.K. gap, an area of water strategically significant to the defense of the U.S. homeland and northern Europe. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Noah Masog) Music and graphic assets used in this product were sourced from Adobe Stock through a U.S. Marine Corps enterprise license.

U.S. Marines extract heavy armor and munitions from subterranean cave systems in Norway's austere terrain in preparation for Operation Atlantic City 26. Atlantic City 26, taking place on Jan Mayen island from August 26 to September 4, 2026, is a trilateral defense training event between the U.S., Norway and the United Kingdom designed to validate rapid force projection, enhance collective defense capabilities, and ensure readiness. The operation is part of Arctic Sentry, NATO’s enhanced vigilance activity for the High North, and will strengthen the Alliance's ability to operate jointly in challenging Arctic conditions. This video production was created on August 12, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Kedrick Schumacher)

This video production highlights U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Daniel Shipley, commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa, meeting with Morocco Rear Adm. Mohamed Tahin, Inspector of the Royal Moroccan Navy, during the African Maritime Forces Summit 2026 in Rabat, Morocco. The engagement underscores the enduring partnership between the United States and Morocco, reinforcing cooperation and dialogue to advance maritime security and regional stability. Co-hosted by the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, U.S. Naval Forces Africa, and U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa, AMFS 2026 brings together international partners to address shared security challenges under the theme "Innovation and Partnership to Strengthen Maritime Security." This video was created Aug. 5, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Garrett Gillespie) This product contains elements of AI-generated content, which were reviewed and edited by relevant DOW personnel to verify appropriateness and compliance with DOW policies and guidance.

The African Maritime Forces Summit 2026 comes to a close in Rabat, Morocco, July 22, 2026. Co-hosted by the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa, and U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa, AMFS 2026 brings together international partners to address shared security challenges under the theme "Innovation and Partnership to Strengthen Maritime Security." (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Kedrick Schumacher)

The African Maritime Forces Summit 2026 opens in Rabat, Morocco, July 21, 2026. Co-hosted by the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa, and U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa, AMFS 2026 brings together international partners to address shared security challenges under the theme "Innovation and Partnership to Strengthen Maritime Security." (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Kedrick Schumacher)

Maritime leaders prepare to participate in the African Maritime Forces Summit 26 in Rabat, Morocco, from July 20-24, 2026. This video trailer highlights the importance of maritime cooperation between U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa, the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, and African regional partners. By building these strategic relationships, allied forces ensure regional stability and safeguard shared waters, acting as a critical component of broader NATO and international security strategies. This video production was created on July 18, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Noah Masog)

This video production highlights the U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft and its role in expeditionary aviation operations during exercise Ramstein Flag 26 in Tervo, Finland. It explores how the aircraft's speed, versatility and advanced capabilities enable rapid deployment and combat-ready response in support of U.S. and allied objectives. As a key component of Marine aviation, the F-35B enhances deterrence, strengthens interoperability with NATO Allies and reinforces the ability to project combat power across contested environments. This video was created June 11, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Garrett Gillespie) This product contains elements of AI-generated content, which were reviewed and edited by relevant DOW personnel to verify appropriateness and compliance with DOW policies and guidance.

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 272, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct forward arming and refueling point operations in a simulated Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear environment with an F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd MAW, during exercise Ramstein Flag 2026 in Tervo, Finland, June 10, 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 video by Cpl. Mya Seymour and Sgt. Kedrick Schumacher)

U.S. Marines and NATO partners participate in the Staff Planners Course during exercise Sea Breeze 26 at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base, Romania, June 7, 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 video by Sgt. Noah Masog)

U.S. Marines with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, conduct combined arms training alongside NATO partners and allies during exercise Sea Breeze 26 at Babadag Training Area, Romania, June 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. This video product was created June 7, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Noah Masog)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Nishan Campbell, the battalion commander of 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, and U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Daniel Porter, an operations chief with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, discuss assault amphibious vehicle operations and legacy at Babadag Training Area, Romania. The assault amphibious vehicle, in service with the U.S. Marine Corps since 1972, made its final operational employment during Exercise Sea Breeze 26. Sea Breeze 26 is an annual exercise co-sponsored by U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa and U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and 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. This video was created June 7, 2026.(U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Noah Masog) This video contains assets from a USMC enterprise license from Adobe Stock. Archival footage courtesy of the Internet Archive (archive.org) and NATO Channel on DVIDS.