Lance Cpl. Janine M. Nadal counts ammunition March
Lance Cpl. Janine M. Nadal counts ammunition March 4 on Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Exercise Guahan Shield will facilitate multiservice engagem... More
Marines simulate firing from underneath a vehicle while
Marines simulate firing from underneath a vehicle while conducting dry-fire practice before a “stress shoot” April 2 on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. A stress shoot is combat marksmanship training consis... More
Marines listen and exchange ideas before making their
Marines listen and exchange ideas before making their way through the Guam jungle March 19 on NCTS during field training exercises during Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to facilitate mult... More
Marines learn about Guam's history during a tour of
Marines learn about Guam's history during a tour of its battle and historical sites March 26 as a part of Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions... More
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant Commandant of the
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions f... More
Marines met with some of Guam's veterans and other
Marines met with some of Guam's veterans and other residents during a send-off celebration for members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers of the Guam National Guard are preparing ... More
Marines train with members of Guam’s SWAT team during
Marines train with members of Guam’s SWAT team during marksmanship cross-training March 6 on the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station. The Marines are part of Guahan Shield, an exercise th... More
Lance Cpl. Jose A. Cabrera cools off during a debrief
Lance Cpl. Jose A. Cabrera cools off during a debrief from his platoon commander March 13 following Military Operations on Urban Terrain training on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exer... More
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant Commandant of the
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, talks with Maj. Rob Thomas, officer-in-charge of the forward command element, during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise desig... More
Marines work with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March
Marines work with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on the base during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for b... More
Marines repair a stage at Marcial A. Sublan Elementary
Marines repair a stage at Marcial A. Sublan Elementary School April 18 during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield facilitated multiservice engagements, set conditions for bilateral and multilateral training o... More
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on Andersen during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions fo... More
Lance Cpl. Liane C. Montalvo and other Marines with
Lance Cpl. Liane C. Montalvo and other Marines with her unit build framing for a new stage roof April 18 at Marcial A. Sublan Elementary School during Exercise Guahan Shield. The Marines rebuilt the roof and a... More
Marines and community members bag trash and debris
Marines and community members bag trash and debris March 28 in an effort to clean up Guam's parks and other green space during Exercise Guahan Shield. The community members are part of the Islandwide Beautific... More
Marines shoot on the range March 6 on the Naval Computer
Marines shoot on the range March 6 on the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station for marksmanship training. The Marines also cross-trained with Guam’s SWAT team. The Marines are part of Guah... More
Marines execute a side plank during unit PT March 8
Marines execute a side plank during unit PT March 8 on Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is designed to facilitate multiservice engagements,... More
Marines examine an exhibit at the Pacific War Museum
Marines examine an exhibit at the Pacific War Museum March 26 during Exercise Guahan Shield. The Marines learned about Guam's history during a tour of its historical sites. Guahan Shield is an exercise that wi... More
Marines show local children the squad automatic weapon
Marines show local children the squad automatic weapon and a mortar display March 9 during Discovery Day in the village of Umatac. The celebration marks 492 since Guam's discovery. The Marines are part of Exer... More
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain training with Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 12 in NCTS abandoned housing units during Exercise Guahan Shield. MOUT training with SE... More
Marine Cpl. Miguel J. Forsyth donates blood March 8
Marine Cpl. Miguel J. Forsyth donates blood March 8 during a blood drive on Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station during Exercise Guahan Shield. The blood drive aims to replenish supplies i... More
Seaman DeSean R. Mitchell helps his mock casualty,
Seaman DeSean R. Mitchell helps his mock casualty, Lance Cpl. Kenneth L. Kludy, to the casualty evacuation site April 10 during final field exercises on Andersen South for Exercise Guahan Shield. In these exerc... More
Marines use a concrete saw while working with Airmen
Marines use a concrete saw while working with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on the base during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engag... More
Marines enjoyed local food and fellowship with Yigo
Marines enjoyed local food and fellowship with Yigo residents during a send-off celebration for members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers of the Guam National Guard are preparing... More
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on the base during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions fo... More
The company guide-on blows in the Guam breeze March
The company guide-on blows in the Guam breeze March 8 while Marines take instruction from their Company Commander and First Sgt. following a hike around Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station... More
Navy Lt. Sheila Mulligan signs in as a volunteer for
Navy Lt. Sheila Mulligan signs in as a volunteer for the 37th annual Special Olympics March 23 at Okkodo High School, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. “It’s pretty awesome to get out here and interact with t... More
Capt. Justin E. Jacobs receives his certificate and
Capt. Justin E. Jacobs receives his certificate and belt during a graduation ceremony of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program Instructor Course April 5 on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Exercise Guahan Sh... More
Marines and community members repaint playground equipment
Marines and community members repaint playground equipment March 28 while restoring Guam's green space during Exercise Guahan Shield. The community members are part of the Islandwide Beautification Task Force ... More
Marines help local Guam veterans and residents send-off
Marines help local Guam veterans and residents send-off members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 during a celebration at the Yigo Gym. Soldiers of the Guam National Guard are preparing for a deployment to Af... More
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on Andersen during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions fo... More
Lance Cpl. Elechung R. Rechirei processes administrative
Lance Cpl. Elechung R. Rechirei processes administrative paperwork March 5 on Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station as part of Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise that will ... More
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain training with Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 12 in NCTS abandoned housing units during Exercise Guahan Shield. MOUT training with SE... More
Lance Cpl. Dylan M. Czoka scans for enemy targets while
Lance Cpl. Dylan M. Czoka scans for enemy targets while manning his M-240 Bravo machine gun April 10 during final field exercises on Andersen South during Exercise Guahan Shield. The exercises consisted mainly... More
Lance Cpl. Latavia Carpenter sings and dances during
Lance Cpl. Latavia Carpenter sings and dances during a send-off celebration for members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers of the Guam National Guard are preparing for a deploymen... More
Marines dance with students and staff April 18 at Marcial
Marines dance with students and staff April 18 at Marcial A. Sublan Elementary School after completing a roof repair project during Exercise Guahan Shield. The Marines rebuilt the roof and added new wiring and ... More
Staff Sgt. Owen I. Wood leads his Marines in a raid
Staff Sgt. Owen I. Wood leads his Marines in a raid April 8 during final field exercises on Andersen South during Exercise Guahan Shield. The exercises consisted mainly of raids and patrols in and around abando... More
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on the Air Base during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set condition... More
Athletes of varying levels run, jump, and throw during
Athletes of varying levels run, jump, and throw during the 37th annual Special Olympics March 23 at Okkodo High School, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Service members from the island teamed up with the loc... More
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant commandant of the
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, promotes Lance Cpl. Jonathan T. Kobarg to Cpl. after being selected during the 1st quarter meritorious corporal board, during Exercise Guahan S... More
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter and set up a perimeter March 13 for “elevator ops” training on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to prepare for ... More
Marine Private First Class Cassandra D. Foley talks
Marine Private First Class Cassandra D. Foley talks with some of Guam's veterans and other residents during a send-off celebration for members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers o... More
Marines dance with Yigo-area residents during a send-off
Marines dance with Yigo-area residents during a send-off celebration for members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers of the Guam National Guard are preparing for a deployment to Af... More
Lance Cpl. Jeraco J. Jenkins fires the M-27 “Infantry
Lance Cpl. Jeraco J. Jenkins fires the M-27 “Infantry Automatic Rifle” on fully automatic mode April 4 on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. The IAR design is based off of the M16 and M4 rifles service members... More
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain training with Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 12 in NCTS abandoned housing units during Exercise Guahan Shield. MOUT training with SE... More
Marines take in the sights and sounds as they learn
Marines take in the sights and sounds as they learn about Guam's history during a tour of its battle and historical sites March 26 as part of Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is designed to facilitate mult... More
Petty Officer 3rd Class Corey A. Rabold scans for enemy
Petty Officer 3rd Class Corey A. Rabold scans for enemy targets April 10 during final field exercises on Andersen South during Exercise Guahan Shield. The exercises had logistics Marines acting as enemy combat... More
Staff, students, and Marines dance April 18 at Marcial
Staff, students, and Marines dance April 18 at Marcial A. Sublan Elementary School after the completion of a roof repair project during Exercise Guahan Shield. The Marines rebuilt the roof and added new wiring ... More
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain training with Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 12 in NCTS abandoned housing units during Exercise Guahan Shield. MOUT training with SE... More
Lance Cpl. William R. Puzio fires the M-27 “Infantry
Lance Cpl. William R. Puzio fires the M-27 “Infantry Automatic Rifle” on fully automatic mode April 4 on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. The IAR design is based off of the M16 and M4 rifles service members ... More
Marines practice fast-roping and rappelling March 5
Marines practice fast-roping and rappelling March 5 on Naval Base, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for bilateral and multila... More
Lance Cpl. Andrew J. Jeffers answers screening questions
Lance Cpl. Andrew J. Jeffers answers screening questions prior to donating blood March 8 for a blood drive on Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station during Exercise Guahan Shield. The blood ... More
Marines talk with residents during a send-off celebration
Marines talk with residents during a send-off celebration for members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers of the Guam National Guard are preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan. ... More
Marines make their way through the Guam jungle March
Marines make their way through the Guam jungle March 19 on NCTS during field training exercises during Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set condition... More
Maj. Robert B. Thomas presents certificates to his
Maj. Robert B. Thomas presents certificates to his graduates of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program Instructor Course April 5 on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Exercise Guahan Shield will facilitate mul... More
Master Sgt. Jose A. Ruiz presents certificates to graduates
Master Sgt. Jose A. Ruiz presents certificates to graduates of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program Instructor Course April 5 on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Exercise Guahan Shield will facilitate mult... More
Capt. Carl M. Tutt, center, and other Marines play
Capt. Carl M. Tutt, center, and other Marines play volleyball with local veterans and community members April 27 at Nimitz Beach, Guam, as part of the 3rd annual “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” barbecue. The c... More
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain training with Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 12 in NCTS abandoned housing units during Exercise Guahan Shield. MOUT training with SE... More
Graduates of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
Graduates of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program Instructor Course replace their MCMAP belts with new ones earned and await final words April 5 on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Exercise Guahan Shield w... More
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter and set up a perimeter March 13 for “elevator ops” training on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to prepare for m... More
130228-M-LN208-060 YIGO, Guam -- Marines talk with
130228-M-LN208-060 YIGO, Guam -- Marines talk with some of Guam's veterans and other residents during a send-off celebration for members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers of the ... More
Marines sing and dance to “YMCA” during a send-off
Marines sing and dance to “YMCA” during a send-off celebration for members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers of the Guam National Guard are preparing for a deployment to Afghanis... More
Marine Pfc. Naim K. Olverson loads Special Effects
Marine Pfc. Naim K. Olverson loads Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 13 during Military Operations on Urban Terrain training in abandoned military housing on NCTAMS during Exercise Guahan S... More
Garrett Agun prepares food at Nimitz Beach, Guam, April
Garrett Agun prepares food at Nimitz Beach, Guam, April 27 during their third annual “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” barbecue. As a way to show their appreciation, veterans and the 3rd Marine Division Associat... More
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant Commandant of the
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, talks with Maj. Rob Thomas, officer-in-charge of the forward command element, during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise desig... More
Marines use Special Effects Small Arms Marking System
Marines use Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 13 during Military Operations on Urban Terrain training in abandoned military housing on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is ... More
Corpsmen and Marines chop logs March 15 during a field
Corpsmen and Marines chop logs March 15 during a field meet on NCTS. The Marines are part of Guahan Shield, an exercise designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for bilateral and multilat... More
Marines and airmen team up March 21 for a pavement
Marines and airmen team up March 21 for a pavement repair project during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for bilateral and multilateral trainin... More
Marines fast-roping and rappelling March 5 on Naval
Marines fast-roping and rappelling March 5 on Naval Base, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for bilateral and multilateral tra... More
Marines use Special Effects Small Arms Marking System
Marines use Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds and dummy grenades March 13 during Military Operations on Urban Terrain training in abandoned military housing on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield.... More
Lance Cpl. Liane C. Montalvo dances with veteran Raymond
Lance Cpl. Liane C. Montalvo dances with veteran Raymond Babauta April 27 in a pavilion during the 3rd annual “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” barbecue. The cook-out was organized by local veterans with help fr... More
Lance Cpl. Erik Estrada helps his team push a Humvee
Lance Cpl. Erik Estrada helps his team push a Humvee March 15 during a field meet on NCTS. The Marines are part of Guahan Shield, an exercise designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for ... More
An exhibit at the Pacific War Museum demonstrates Marines
An exhibit at the Pacific War Museum demonstrates Marines from WW II liberating Guam. Marines learned about Guam's history during a tour of its battle and historical sites March 26 as part of Exercise Guahan Sh... More
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter and set up a perimeter around the drop zone March 14 for “elevator ops” training on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise desi... More
Organizers awarded athletes of various levels medals
Organizers awarded athletes of various levels medals and ribbons during the 37th annual Special Olympics March 23 at Okkodo High School, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Service members from the island teame... More
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain training with Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 12 in NCTS abandoned housing units during Exercise Guahan Shield. MOUT training with SE... More
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain training with Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 12 in NCTS abandoned housing units during Exercise Guahan Shield. MOUT training with SE... More
Volunteers and athletes line up for the opening ceremony
Volunteers and athletes line up for the opening ceremony before beginning the 37th annual Special Olympics March 23 at Okkodo High School, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Service members from the island tea... More
Marines practice fast-roping and rappelling March 5
Marines practice fast-roping and rappelling March 5 on Naval Base, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for bilateral and multila... More
Marines work with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March
Marines work with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on the base during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for bi... More
Lance Cpl. Dylan M. Czoka sights in on the enemy with
Lance Cpl. Dylan M. Czoka sights in on the enemy with his M-240 Bravo machine gun April 10 during final field exercises on Andersen South during Exercise Guahan Shield. The exercises consisted mainly of raids a... More
Marines practice fast-roping and rappelling March 5
Marines practice fast-roping and rappelling March 5 on Naval Base, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for bilateral and multila... More
Marines practice fast-roping and rappelling March 5
Marines practice fast-roping and rappelling March 5 on Naval Base, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for bilateral and multila... More
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter and set up a perimeter around the drop zone March 13 for “elevator ops” training on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise des... More
Marines share firing techniques with members of Guam’s
Marines share firing techniques with members of Guam’s SWAT team during marksmanship cross-training March 6 on the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station. The Marines are part of Guahan Shie... More
Marines discuss firing techniques with members of Guam’s
Marines discuss firing techniques with members of Guam’s SWAT team during marksmanship cross-training March 6 on the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station. The Marines are part of Guahan Sh... More
Marines help local Guam veterans and residents send-off
Marines help local Guam veterans and residents send-off members of the Guam National Guard Feb. 28 at the Yigo Gym. The soldiers of the Guam National Guard are preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan. The e... More
Participants march during the opening ceremony for
Participants march during the opening ceremony for the 37th annual Special Olympics March 23 at Okkodo High School, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Service members from the island teamed up with the local ... More
Lima Company, CLD conduct final field exercises
Cpl. Aaron Piccolo and Lance Cpl. Dylan M. Czoka provide security April 10 during final field exercises on Andersen South during Exercise Guahan Shield. The exercises consisted of many raids and patrols in and ... More
Lance Cpl. Janine M. Nadal guards ammunition March
Lance Cpl. Janine M. Nadal guards ammunition March 6 on Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Exercise Guahan Shield will facilitate multiservice engagem... More
Participants run the Special Olympics torch around
Participants run the Special Olympics torch around the track for the 37th annual Special Olympics March 23 at Okkodo High School, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Service members from the island teamed up w... More
Marines board an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter March
Marines board an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter March 13 for fast-rope training on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to prepare for multiservice engagements, set conditi... More
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter
Marines fast-rope from an MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter and set up a perimeter March 13 for “elevator ops” training on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to prepare for ... More
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant Commandant of the
Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions f... More
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain
Marines execute Military Operations on Urban Terrain training with Special Effects Small Arms Marking System rounds March 12 in NCTS abandoned housing units during Exercise Guahan Shield. MOUT training with SE... More
A local resident rides his carabao into town March
A local resident rides his carabao into town March 9 during a celebration in the village of Umatac as a demonstration of how Chamorros used to travel before modernization. The festival, Discovery Day, is celebr... More
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on Andersen during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for... More
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base
Marines team up with Airmen from Andersen Air Base March 21 for a pavement repair project on Andersen during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield aims to facilitate multiservice engagements, set conditions for... More
A Machine Gunner provides suppressive fire with his
A Machine Gunner provides suppressive fire with his M-240 Bravo machine gun April 8 during final field exercises on Andersen South during Exercise Guahan Shield. The exercises consisted mainly of raids and patr... More
An MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter hovers silhouetted
An MH-60S “Knighthawk” helicopter hovers silhouetted March 14 while conducting “elevator ops” training on NCTS during Exercise Guahan Shield. Guahan Shield is an exercise designed to prepare for multiservice e... More
Participants run the Special Olympics torch around
Participants run the Special Olympics torch around the track for the 37th annual Special Olympics March 23 at Okkodo High School, Guam during Exercise Guahan Shield. Service members from the island teamed up w... More