Expeditionary Marines continue to train in communications

(Left to right) Cpl. Jonathan S. Ayala, data networking specialist, and Staff Sgt. Albert G. Perez, computer defense specialist, communications section, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit Command Element run system tests on their computer networking equipment at the Communications Confidence Exercise on the base's Camp Del Mar, Aug. 11. The 12-day exercise builds confidence in the Marines who work in communications, helps them master their equipment and also ensures the section knows how to work together as a team. This section is responsible for providing communications support for the entire 15th MEU. Ayala, 20, is a native of Providence, R.I. Perez, 34, is a native of San Antonio.