Norwegian Brig. Gen. Lars S. Lervik, Brigade North

Norwegian Brig. Gen. Lars S. Lervik, Brigade North commander, speaks with Col. Robert B. Finneran, commanding officer of Marine Air Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, during his visit to Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., July 2, 2019. “I would like it for [Marines] to come meet with us when you come to Norway, especially when we are creating brigade exercises in order to meet your training requirements,” said Lervik. “We are looking forward to having [2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment]. It has been a pleasure having [3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment] and [1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment] and I am looking forward to getting to know you as well.” Brig. Gen. Lars S. Lervik, Brigade North commander, and staff met with leaders of Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River to enhance the relationship between the Norwegian military and II MEF. The visit emphasized the importance of interoperability as allies and future training opportunities between U.S. Marines and the Norwegian military. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Leynard Plazo)