Lance Cpl. Josue E. GonzalezDuran , right, directs
Lance Cpl. Josue E. GonzalezDuran , right, directs Lance Cpl. Nolan J. Anderson listens where to drive an assault amphibious vehicle as they prepare to board a high-speed vessel July 14 at Kin Red, Okinawa. KM... More
Petty Officer 3rd Class Devon Kuhlmann maps out an
Petty Officer 3rd Class Devon Kuhlmann maps out an attack plan on a notional target Oct. 8 at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-13. KMEP is a regularly-scheduled, combined, sm... More
Service members and dependents raise their right hand
Service members and dependents raise their right hand during the Oath of Allegiance to become a U.S. citizen during the Naturalization Ceremony Aug. 22 at the Camp Foster Theater, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. I... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Dakota W. Dodd, right, hikes
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Dakota W. Dodd, right, hikes up a hill while patrolling July 22 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at the 1st Republic of Korea Marine Division Base, Pohang, South Korea. KMEP is... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Daniel O. Doxie, a Chico, California,
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Daniel O. Doxie, a Chico, California, native, looks into North Korea July 17 at the Dora Observation Post in the Demilitarized Zone, Republic of Korea. Marines with Combat Assault Battali... More
Cpl. Daniel H. Grant hasty rappels down a clay slope
Cpl. Daniel H. Grant hasty rappels down a clay slope during the jungle endurance course June 20 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center on Camp Gonsalves, Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler, Marine Corps In... More
Medals awarded to top shots at Far East Division Matches
Chief Warrant Officer Scott W. Richards is awarded his second distinguished shooting medal following the 2013 Far East Division Matches award ceremony Feb. 1 at the Camp Hansen theater. Richards is one of appro... More
Boxes of explosives are staged for demolitions training
Boxes of explosives are staged for demolitions training July 23 at Susungri Range, Pohang, Republic of Korea, as part of Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12. ROK and U.S. Marines followed all safety procedures... More
Lance Cpl. Brandon D. Ott, right, interviews Cpl. Tanicia
Lance Cpl. Brandon D. Ott, right, interviews Cpl. Tanicia L. Workman, during the judges’ question portion of the Super Duper Cosplay Contest June 21 at the Palms on Camp Hansen. Workman’s adaption of “Alice in ... More
U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines congratulate each
U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines congratulate each other after a sports day July 19 at the 1st ROK Marine Division Base, Pohang, South Korea. This marked the first combined interaction between the U.S. and RO... More
Lt. Col. Curtis V. Ebitz Jr., left, speaks with Marines
Lt. Col. Curtis V. Ebitz Jr., left, speaks with Marines assigned to Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1 during an open discussion June 11 at the Camp Foster Mess Hall. Ebitz holds monthly meetings to discuss qu... More
Sgt. Tristan L. Bell, a Laurel, Montana, native, posts
Sgt. Tristan L. Bell, a Laurel, Montana, native, posts security during a patrol training event July 22 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at the military operations on urbanized terrain training center... More
Sgt. Alex Mendoza, left, takes accountability of Marines
Sgt. Alex Mendoza, left, takes accountability of Marines after debarking from a high-speed vessel July 15 at Pohang, Gyeongsang, Republic of Korea. The Marines are in South Korea to participate in Korean Marine... More
Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2 rehearse
Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2 rehearse looking around a corner to ensure it is clear during the military operations on urban training town here, May 8. The Marines practiced clearing buildings in t... More
Sgt. Maj. Mario P. Fields judges the championship tug-of-war
Sgt. Maj. Mario P. Fields judges the championship tug-of-war match between 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, and 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, Nov. 14 during the Shanghai Commanders’ Cup. The Marines we... More
Lt. Col. Curtis V. Ebitz Jr., center, speaks with Marines
Lt. Col. Curtis V. Ebitz Jr., center, speaks with Marines assigned to Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1 during an open discussion June 11 at the Camp Foster Mess Hall. Ebitz holds monthly meetings to answer q... More
Marines and sailors participating in Exercise Cobra
Marines and sailors participating in Exercise Cobra Gold 2012 feed fish with residents of the Camillian Social Center in Rayong, Kingdom of Thailand, as part of a community relations project Feb. 11. The social... More
Members of the Ishikawa Police Station respond to the
Members of the Ishikawa Police Station respond to the call of a simulated suspicious person Sept. 11 outside of Camp Hansen’s main gate. The Ishikawa Police Station trained with Marines assigned to Camp Guard, ... More
Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2 rehearse
Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2 rehearse clearing a stair case during the military operations on urban terrain training here, May 8. The squadron completed the training as part of a weeklong exercise... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members provide forward
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members provide forward security Dec. 9 during Forest Light 15-1 at the Oyanohara Training Area in Yamato, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan. Forest Light is a routine, semi-annual exer... More
Marines with Combat Assault Battalion board a high-speed
Marines with Combat Assault Battalion board a high-speed vessel July 14 at Kin Red, Okinawa, prior to departing for the Republic of Korea. The Marines will participate in Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 al... More
U.S. Marines post security on patrol Dec. 9 during
U.S. Marines post security on patrol Dec. 9 during Forest Light 15-1 at the Oyanohara Training Area in Yamato, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan. Forest Light is a routine, semi-annual exercise designed to enhance the... More
Cpl. Margarita K. Palli, a Yarmouth, Maine, native,
Cpl. Margarita K. Palli, a Yarmouth, Maine, native, right, and Lance Cpl. Viviana R. Martinez, a Yuba City, California, native, hand out goods to local community members Nov. 13, 2013, at Yogi Park, Okinawa, Ja... More
The Headquarters and Support Battalion Color Guard
The Headquarters and Support Battalion Color Guard presents the colors during The Star Spangled Banner at a naturalization ceremony Aug. 22 at the Camp Foster Theater, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. The biannual ... More
Cpl. Anthony G. Strauss reports a simulated suspicious
Cpl. Anthony G. Strauss reports a simulated suspicious person Sept. 11 outside Camp Hansen’s main gate. Marines assigned to Camp Guard, Camp Hansen Operations, participated in a joint exercise with the Ishikawa... More
Sgt. Dustin M. Huckaby, a Las Vegas, Nevada, native,
Sgt. Dustin M. Huckaby, a Las Vegas, Nevada, native, guides vehicles onto a high-speed vessel July 14 at Kin Red, Okinawa. The Marines were departing Okinawa to participate in Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-... More
Sheryl L. Tipton, one of the 35 candidates to participate
Sheryl L. Tipton, one of the 35 candidates to participate in the naturalization ceremony watches a video presentation Aug. 22 at the Camp Foster Theater, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. During the video, President... More
Republic of Korea Marine Pfc. Kypyo Kwon discusses
Republic of Korea Marine Pfc. Kypyo Kwon discusses South Korea’s history and the discovery of North Korea’s Third Tunnel in 1974 at the Demilitarized Zone July 17 in the Republic of Korea. Prior to beginning th... More
Cols. Sean M. McBride, left, and Stephen B. Lewallen
Cols. Sean M. McBride, left, and Stephen B. Lewallen Jr. salute during the III Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group change of command ceremony June 5 at the Camp Hansen parade deck. During the ceremony... More
U.S. Marine Col. Scott F. Stebbins, right, discusses
U.S. Marine Col. Scott F. Stebbins, right, discusses the U.S. Army Patriot missile launcher’s capabilities with a group of soldiers June 17 on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. The Patriot missile launcher’s ea... More
A terrain map shows the attack plan for Republic of
A terrain map shows the attack plan for Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines Oct. 7 prior to a combined live-fire training event at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-13. The bri... More
Satoshi Yamada walks around Camp Hansen’s fence Sept.
Satoshi Yamada walks around Camp Hansen’s fence Sept. 11 during a small joint exercise between the Ishikawa Police Station and Marines with Camp Guard, Camp Hansen Operations. The Ishikawa police worked with Ca... More
Lt. Gen. John Wissler address the audience of the III
Lt. Gen. John Wissler address the audience of the III Marine Expeditionary Force’s celebration of the 238th Marine Corps birthday Nov. 8 at the Butler Officers’ Club at Camp Lester. At this year’s III MEF ball,... More
An AH-64D Apache helicopter fires missiles at the
An AH-64D Apache helicopter fires missiles at the high-explosives impact zone on Rodriguez Live Fire Complex Oct. 8 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-13. The Apache was one of many aircraft used while Re... More
Marines enter the War Memorial of Korea July 17 in
Marines enter the War Memorial of Korea July 17 in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Prior to beginning Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12, Marines visited prominent sites in South Korea to learn more about the histo... More
Finalists line up after presenting their costumes June
Finalists line up after presenting their costumes June 21 during the Super Duper Cosplay Contest at the Palms on Camp Hansen. The contestants went on stage to show their costumes and compete for first place. Th... More
Lance Cpl. Viviana R. Martinez, a Yuba City, California,
Lance Cpl. Viviana R. Martinez, a Yuba City, California, native, works at her desk July 3 at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. Martinez was recently selected to participate in the Ground Combat Element Integrated Ta... More
James Y. Chiang leads candidates in the Oath of Allegiance
James Y. Chiang leads candidates in the Oath of Allegiance to become U.S. citizens Aug. 22 at the Camp Foster Theater, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. The oath is the final step for the candidates as they renounce... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members lead a foot
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members lead a foot patrol Dec. 9 during Forest Light 15-1 at the Oyanohara Training Area in Yamato, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan. Forest Light is a routine, semi-annual exercise d... More
Lt. Gen. John Wissler, left, and Sgt. Michael D. Mansholt
Lt. Gen. John Wissler, left, and Sgt. Michael D. Mansholt stand at the position of attention during the 238th Marine Corps ball ceremony Nov. 8 at the Butler Officers’ Club at Camp Lester. Mansholt was asked to... More
Lance Cpl. Viviana R. Martinez, a Yuba City, California,
Lance Cpl. Viviana R. Martinez, a Yuba City, California, native, works at her desk July 3 at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. Martinez was recently selected to participate in the Ground Combat Element Integrated Ta... More
Marines with Combat Assault Battalion board a high-speed
Marines with Combat Assault Battalion board a high-speed vessel July 14 at Kin Red, Okinawa, prior to departing for the Republic of Korea. The Marines will participate in Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 al... More
Seaman Apprentice Cody T. Harmening, left, and Navy
Seaman Apprentice Cody T. Harmening, left, and Navy Lt. Todd A. Trumble listen June 11 during an open discussion between Marines and the commanding officer of Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1 at the Camp Fos... More
Marines from 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment struggle
Marines from 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment struggle to defeat their opponents in a tug-of-war Nov. 14 during the Shanghai Commanders’ Cup at Camp Schwab. The winning unit was 1st Bn., 1st Marines. There wi... More
Lance Cpl. William K. Emory Jr. provides security as
Lance Cpl. William K. Emory Jr. provides security as Marines and sailors rappel down a slippery clay slope during the jungle endurance course June 20 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center on Camp Gonsalves, Mar... More
Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2 rehearse
Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2 rehearse clearing a stair case during military operations on urban terrain training here, May 8. The Marines worked in teams of four to clear the stair case and make t... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Devin M. Garcia, an Aurora,
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Devin M. Garcia, an Aurora, Colorado, native, checks the area for potential enemy threats while patrolling July 22 during the Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at the military operatio... More
Marines with Combat Assault Battalion observe the different
Marines with Combat Assault Battalion observe the different structures of the Hwaseong Castle display July 17 at the War Memorial of Korea in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Marines visited the War Memorial of Korea ... More
Pfc. Joshua Facenbaker, right, flips a 7-ton truck
Pfc. Joshua Facenbaker, right, flips a 7-ton truck tire with Lance Cpl. Colin Osler Nov.14 during the Shanghai Commanders’ Cup at Camp Schwab. The Shanghai Cup pitted three unit deployment program battalions an... More
Lance Cpl. Ryan Cousey, center front, sprints forward
Lance Cpl. Ryan Cousey, center front, sprints forward May 23 at the parade deck on Camp Hansen during a flag football game in honor of Sgt. Julian C. Chase and all service members who gave the ultimate sacrific... More
A symbol of Korean and United Nations service members
A symbol of Korean and United Nations service members who sacrificed their lives, “The Drop” is one of the displays that Marines with Combat Assault Battalion observed July 17 at the War Memorial of Korea in Se... More
U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines play a friendly
U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines play a friendly game of football July 19 at 1st ROK Marine Division Base, Pohang, South Korea. Prior to beginning Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12, U.S. and ROK Marines co... More
A reconnaissance Marine looks through his spotting
A reconnaissance Marine looks through his spotting scope during an observation exercise during a three-week maritime raid force urban sniper course at Camp Hansen April 13.
Marines assigned to Camp Guard, Camp Hansen Operations,
Marines assigned to Camp Guard, Camp Hansen Operations, and members of the Ishikawa Police Station conduct a walk Sept. 11 around Camp Hansen’s fence. The walk around was completed as a way to check for any pot... More
Lance Cpl. Alejandro M. Alvarezramos, left, asks Lt.
Lance Cpl. Alejandro M. Alvarezramos, left, asks Lt. Col. Curtis V. Ebitz Jr. a question June 11 during an open discussion at the Camp Foster Mess Hall. Ebitz, the commanding officer of Marine Wing Headquarters... More
U.S. Marine Sgt. Calvin D. Kizzee, a Houston, Texas,
U.S. Marine Sgt. Calvin D. Kizzee, a Houston, Texas, native, attends a combined leadership meeting July 21 prior to the start of Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at 1st ROK Marine Division Base, Pohang, Sou... More
U.S. Marines watch the sky for aircraft Oct. 8 at Rodriguez
U.S. Marines watch the sky for aircraft Oct. 8 at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-13. KMEP 14-13 is one iteration in a series of continuous combined-training exercises desig... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Maj. Tomohito Urakawa,
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Maj. Tomohito Urakawa, left, speaks with U.S. Marine Capt. Stephen L. Walker Dec. 9 during Forest Light 15-1 at the Oyanohara Training Area in Yamato, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan.... More
Sgt. Michael D. Mansholt delivers his speech to the
Sgt. Michael D. Mansholt delivers his speech to the audience of the III Marine Expeditionary Force’s celebration of the 238th Marine Corps birthday Nov. 8 at the Butler Officers’ Club at Camp Lester. Lt. Gen. J... More
Republic of Korea Marine Maj. In Hyun Kim listens and
Republic of Korea Marine Maj. In Hyun Kim listens and offers suggestions during a leadership meeting with U.S. Marines July 21 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at 1st ROK Marine Division Base, Pohang... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpls. Daniel D. McKinney, left, and
U.S. Marine Lance Cpls. Daniel D. McKinney, left, and Jeffery A. Anderson observe artifacts July 17 at the War Memorial of Korea in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Marines with Combat Assault Battalion visited the Wa... More
Marines and sailors use ropes to pull themselves across
Marines and sailors use ropes to pull themselves across a stream during the jungle endurance course June 20 at Camp Gonsalves, Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler, Marine Corps Installations Pacific. As pa... More
Cpl. Christian Hiraldo, right, leads his Marines and
Cpl. Christian Hiraldo, right, leads his Marines and sailors through a mud pit during the jungle endurance course June 20 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center on Camp Gonsalves, Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley ... More
III MEF hosts SOY awards. U.S. Marine expeditionary force
Sailors who were nominated for sailor of the year pose for a group photo upon completion of the SOY ceremony and luncheon Feb. 7 at the Ocean Breeze on Camp Foster. The SOY program is hosted by the Chief Petty ... More
Marines and sailors finish the stretcher carry portion
Marines and sailors finish the stretcher carry portion of a jungle endurance course June 20 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center on Camp Gonsalves, Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler, Marine Corps Instal... More
Sgt. Joshua Houck, from Rochester, New York, disassembles
Sgt. Joshua Houck, from Rochester, New York, disassembles a M2 .50-caliber Browning machine gun Nov. 14 as part of the weapons relay event of the Shanghai Commanders’ Cup at Camp Schwab. The weapons relay teste... More
U.S. Marine Capt. Jacob O. Gray, left, coordinates
U.S. Marine Capt. Jacob O. Gray, left, coordinates with ROK Marine staff members after a leadership meeting July 21 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at 1st ROK Marine Division Base, Pohang, South Kor... More
Marines load assault amphibious vehicles to be transported
Marines load assault amphibious vehicles to be transported to Camp Mujuk July 15 for Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at Pohang, Gyeongsang, Republic of Korea. KMEP is a regularly scheduled bilateral traini... More
Pfc. Britton C. Stewart clutches a football as he attempts
Pfc. Britton C. Stewart clutches a football as he attempts to break through a defender May 23 at the parade deck on Camp Hansen during a flag football game in honor of Sgt. Julian C. Chase and all service membe... More
Cols. Sean M. McBride, second from left, and Stephen
Cols. Sean M. McBride, second from left, and Stephen B. Lewallen Jr. salute during the III Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group change of command ceremony June 5 at the Camp Hansen parade deck. During ... More
U.S. Marine Capt. Christopher Frey, from Dickinson,
U.S. Marine Capt. Christopher Frey, from Dickinson, Texas, discusses a battle plan with Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines Oct. 7 at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-13. The ... More
Two Marines compete in a sumo wrestling match Nov.
Two Marines compete in a sumo wrestling match Nov. 14 during the Shanghai Commanders’ Cup at Camp Schwab. Today was about setting some time aside for the Marines to have fun, according to Col. David L. Odom. Th... More
Cpl. Viktor Cadiente, right, calls for close air support
Cpl. Viktor Cadiente, right, calls for close air support Oct. 8 at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-13. KMEP familiarizes U.S. Marines with the Korean Peninsula and builds up... More
Lt. Gen. John Wissler, left, prepares to present a
Lt. Gen. John Wissler, left, prepares to present a ceremonial gift to the guest of honor at the III Marine Expeditionary Force’s celebration of the 238th Marine Corps birthday Nov. 8 at the Butler Officers’ Clu... More
Community members, U.S. service members and their families
Community members, U.S. service members and their families attend the III Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group change of command ceremony June 5 at the Camp Hansen parade deck. The change of command ce... More
Cpl. Viktor Cadiente, right, calls for close air support
Cpl. Viktor Cadiente, right, calls for close air support Oct. 8 at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-13. KMEP familiarizes U.S. Marines with the Korean Peninsula and builds up... More
Lance Cpl. Ronald Hinson from Heath Springs, South
Lance Cpl. Ronald Hinson from Heath Springs, South Carolina, competes in the push up challenge portion of the Shanghai Commanders’ Cup Nov. 14 at Camp Schwab. The meet tested the Marines in nine categories, ran... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members move a mock
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members move a mock wounded comrade to safety Dec. 9 during Forest Light 15-1 at the Oyanohara Training Area in Yamato, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan. Forest Light is a routine, sem... More
Lance Cpl. Ryan Cousey, center front, sprints forward
Lance Cpl. Ryan Cousey, center front, sprints forward May 23 at the parade deck on Camp Hansen during a flag football game in honor of Sgt. Julian C. Chase and all service members who gave the ultimate sacrific... More
Col. David L. Odom, right, runs with Sgt. Maj. Mario
Col. David L. Odom, right, runs with Sgt. Maj. Mario P. Fields leading 4th Marine Regiment during the motivational run Nov. 14 as the initial event of the Shanghai Commanders’ Cup at Camp Schwab. Marines from C... More
Reconnaissance Marines work together to eliminate multiple
Reconnaissance Marines work together to eliminate multiple moving targets during a three-week maritime raid force urban sniper course at Camp Schwab April 13. During the drill, the snipers with 31st Marine Expe... More
Republic of Korea Marines prepare to take defensive
Republic of Korea Marines prepare to take defensive positions against U.S. Marines during a patrol training event July 22 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at the 1st Republic of Korea Marine Division... More
U.S. Army soldiers set up an OE-254 antenna group during
U.S. Army soldiers set up an OE-254 antenna group during a training exercise June 17 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. The antenna group allows the soldiers to communicate with other U.S. military installati... More
Lance Cpl. Devon M. Wheeler posts security during the
Lance Cpl. Devon M. Wheeler posts security during the jungle endurance course June 20 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center on Camp Gonsalves, Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler, Marine Corps Installation... More
Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines attend a leadership
Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines attend a leadership meeting to finalize training plans July 21 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12 at 1st ROK Marine Division Base, Pohang, South Korea. During the mee... More
A time fuse is ignited July 23 at Susungri Range, Pohang,
A time fuse is ignited July 23 at Susungri Range, Pohang, Republic of Korea, as part of Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-12. Participating U.S. Marines calculated how fast the fuse burns, which is essential fo... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members discuss a plan
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members discuss a plan of attack Dec. 9 during Forest Light 15-1 at the Oyanohara Training Area in Yamato, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan. Forest Light is a routine, semi-annual exer... More
Lt. Gen. John Wissler, left, and Sgt. Michael D. Mansholt
Lt. Gen. John Wissler, left, and Sgt. Michael D. Mansholt stand at the position of attention during the 238th Marine Corps ball ceremony Nov. 8 at the Butler Officers’ Club at Camp Lester. Mansholt was asked to... More
A Marine connects with a arching pitch while playing
A Marine connects with a arching pitch while playing softball Nov. 14 during the Shanghai Commanders’ Cup at Camp Schwab. Today was about setting some time aside for the Marines to have fun, according to Col. D... More
U.S. Marine Cpl. Gustavo A. Montalvo, left, congratulates
U.S. Marine Cpl. Gustavo A. Montalvo, left, congratulates a Republic of Korea Marine after a sports day July 19 at 1st ROK Marine Division Base, Pohang, South Korea. In the spirit of the upcoming Korean Marine ... More
U.S. Marines lead a foot patrol Dec. 9 during Forest
U.S. Marines lead a foot patrol Dec. 9 during Forest Light 15-1 at the Oyanohara Training Area in Yamato, Kumamoto prefecture, Japan. Forest Light is a routine, semi-annual exercise designed to enhance the U.S.... More
A reconnaissance Marine takes part in a timed shooting
A reconnaissance Marine takes part in a timed shooting drill while marksmanship instructors watch where his shots hit during a three-week maritime raid force urban sniper course at Camp Schwab April 14. The ins... More
Marines plan, rig, execute fast-rope drills
Marines descend from a Navy H-60 Seahawk helicopter during fast-rope drills at landing zone Hansen on Camp Hansen April 19. During the training, Marines learned how to control their descent by wrapping their ar... More
Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2 rehearse
Marines with Marine Air Support Squadron 2 rehearse speed reloads while moving during the military operations on urban terrain training here, May 8. The squadron also practiced clearing rooms and stair cases du... More
Maj. Andrew A. Merz is presented a letter of appreciation
Maj. Andrew A. Merz is presented a letter of appreciation by Satoshi Yamada Feb. 20 at the Ishikawa Police Station in recognition of the ongoing relationship between Camp Hansen and the surrounding communities.... More
Lance Cpl. Jeffery A. Anderson, a Grand Junction, Colorado,
Lance Cpl. Jeffery A. Anderson, a Grand Junction, Colorado, native, reads the names of fallen United Nations service members July 17 during a visit to the War Memorial of Korea in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Mari... More
Cpl. Ryan Carlisle tracks a notional target in the
Cpl. Ryan Carlisle tracks a notional target in the high-explosives impact area at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex Oct. 8 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 14-13. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and i... More
Republic of Korea Marines face each other during a
Republic of Korea Marines face each other during a football game with their U.S. Marine counterparts July 19 at 1st ROK Marine Division Base, Pohang, South Korea, before starting Korean Marine Exchange Program ... More
Marines and sailors prepare to carry a simulated casualty
Marines and sailors prepare to carry a simulated casualty using a field-expedient stretcher during the jungle endurance course June 20 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center on Camp Gonsalves, Marine Corps Base ... More
Sgt. Maj. Arthur M. Arebalo Jr. listens June 11 during
Sgt. Maj. Arthur M. Arebalo Jr. listens June 11 during an open discussion between the Marines and commanding officer of Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1 at the Camp Foster Mess Hall. The meeting is held mont... More