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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Max Halpin of 2d Landing Support Battalion, United States Marine Corps, recovers his parachute following an airborne jump during exercise Agile Spirit 23 at Vaziani Training Area, Georgia, Aug. 23, 2023. The operation was the first joint Army-Marine Corps jump in Agile Spirit history. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Allison Gilstrap)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Max Halpin of 2d Landing Support Battalion, United States Marine Corps, recovers his parachute following an airborne jump during exercise Agile Spirit 23 at Vaziani Training Area, Georgia, Aug. 23, 2023. The operation was the first joint Army-Marine Corps jump in Agile Spirit history. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Allison Gilstrap)

Photo by Sgt. Allison Gilstrap

230814-N-ED646-2036- GULF OF OMAN (Aug. 14, 2023) Sailors assigned to dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) refuel a U.S. Marine Corps AH-12 Viper helicopter, attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162, 26th Marine Expeditonary Unit (MEU), during flight operations in the Gulf of Oman, Aug. 14, 2023. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Moises Sandoval)

230814-N-ED646-2036- GULF OF OMAN (Aug. 14, 2023) Sailors assigned to dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) refuel a U.S. Marine Corps AH-12 Viper helicopter, attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162, 26th Marine Expeditonary Unit (MEU), during flight operations in the Gulf of Oman, Aug. 14, 2023. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Moises Sandoval)

Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2n

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Benson Yu, a radio operator with 3rd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Marine Air Control Group 38, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conducts an operations test on a Mobile User Objective System for movement to a forward arming and refueling point during Marine Air-Ground Task Force Training Command Distributed Maneuver (MDMX) exercise on Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California Aug. 14, 2023.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Benson Yu, a radio operator with 3rd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Marine Air Control Group 38, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conducts an operations test on a Mobile User Objective System for movement to a forward arming and refueling point during Marine Air-Ground Task Force Training Command Distributed Maneuver (MDMX) exercise on Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California Aug. 14, 2023.

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U.S. Marines from Sierra Battery, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, along with Norwegian Army Soldiers, showcase the seamless communication and collaboration of their new systems through a simulated fire mission during FIRES Summit II hosted by Norwegian Armed Forces in Setermoen, Norway, August 21, 2023. The event, hosted by the Norwegian Armed Forces, strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies and allows the U.S. to demonstrate its technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Robert Brown)

U.S. Marines from Sierra Battery, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, along with Norwegian Army Soldiers, showcase the seamless communication and collaboration of their new systems through a simulated fire mission during FIRES Summit II hosted by Norwegian Armed Forces in Setermoen, Norway, August 21, 2023. The event, hosted by the Norwegian Armed Forces, strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies and allows the U.S. to demonstrate its technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Robert Brown)

Photo by MSgt Robert B. Brown

A Norwegian soldier stands ready to receive commands for a simulated fire mission at a FIRES Summit II in Setermoen, Norway, August 21, 2023. The event, hosted by the Norwegian Armed Forces, strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies and allows the U.S. to demonstrate its technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Robert Brown)

A Norwegian soldier stands ready to receive commands for a simulated fire mission at a FIRES Summit II in Setermoen, Norway, August 21, 2023. The event, hosted by the Norwegian Armed Forces, strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies and allows the U.S. to demonstrate its technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Robert Brown)

Photo by MSgt Robert B. Brown

A Norwegian soldier stands ready to receive commands for a simulated fire mission at a FIRES Summit in Setermoen, Norway, August 21, 2023. The event, hosted by the Norwegian Armed Forces, strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies and allows the U.S. to demonstrate its technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Robert Brown)

A Norwegian soldier stands ready to receive commands for a simulated fire mission at a FIRES Summit in Setermoen, Norway, August 21, 2023. The event, hosted by the Norwegian Armed Forces, strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies and allows the U.S. to demonstrate its technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Robert Brown)

Photo by MSgt Robert B. Brown

U.S. Marine Corps High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems with Sierra Battery, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare for a simulated fire mission during the FIRES Summit II hosted by Norwegian Armed Forces in Setermoen, Norway, August 21, 2023.The event, hosted by the Norwegian Armed Forces, strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies and allows the U.S. to demonstrate its technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Robert Brown)

U.S. Marine Corps High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems with Sierra Battery, Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare for a simulated fire mission during the FIRES Summit II hosted by Norwegian Armed Forces in Setermoen, Norway, August 21, 2023.The event, hosted by the Norwegian Armed Forces, strengthens interoperability with our Norwegian allies and allows the U.S. to demonstrate its technology and capabilities in the Arctic region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Robert Brown)

Photo by MSgt Robert B. Brown

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) and Sailors assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) conduct a Manning the Rails ceremony during their a port visit on their scheduled deployment in Narvik, Norway, August 5, 2023. The USS Mesa Verde, assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres)

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) and Sailors assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) conduct a Manning the Rails ceremony during their a port visit on their scheduled deployment in Narvik, Norway, August 5, 2023. The USS Mesa Verde, assigned to the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th MEU(SOC), under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torre

U.S. Marine Corps 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 Corps 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. 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

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