Marines with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment,
Marines with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, hike in a column formation through the winter landscape during overnight snow survival shelter training Feb. 27 at Sekiyama Training Area, Niigata pre... More
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nathan Stadig, a combat
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nathan Stadig, a combat engineer with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, scans for enemies during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan on Dec. 16, 2020. Forest Light... More
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Austin Shaffer (left),
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Austin Shaffer (left), a rifleman with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, and U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jordan Donald, a rifleman with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment sprint ba... More
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Collin Brower, an infantryman
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Collin Brower, an infantryman with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, digs a fighting hole during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan, Dec. 13, 2020. Forest Light i... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and infantrymen with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force’s 30th Infantry Regiment prepare tracking vests in preparation for the defensive movement during exer... More
Capt. David T. Fenbert, left, and 1st Lt. Samuel C.
Capt. David T. Fenbert, left, and 1st Lt. Samuel C. Carlson, scan the horizon for a simulated enemy machine gun position March 6 during a culminating field event for Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Train... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force arm wrestle in their free time during exercise Forest Light Eastern ... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines operate
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines operate an expeditionary field mess during exercise Forest Light in mainland Japan, on Dec. 8, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that streng... More
Leaders from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and the Japan
Leaders from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's 30th Infantry Regiment participate in a post-maneuver discussion on combat and leadership, as part of exercise Forest Light in ma... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force set up defensive positions as a team during exercise Forest Light 21 in Niig... More
Senior Airman Christopher Bryant tosses a sandbag to
Senior Airman Christopher Bryant tosses a sandbag to Senior Airman Tony Kinch-Rice during the Operational Readiness Inspection at Gulfport, Miss., Dec. 2, 2011. Airmen simulated a deployment for the ORI which t... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, conduct a closing ceremony to exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niiga... More
Sgt. Max Elliot, a mortar team leader with 3d Battalion,
Sgt. Max Elliot, a mortar team leader with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, discusses mortar emplacement and employment with infantrymen from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's 30th Infantry Regiment, as part of e... More
Leaders from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and the Japan
Leaders from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's 30th Infantry Regiment participate in a post-maneuver discussion on combat and leadership, as part of exercise Forest Light in ma... More
2nd Lt. Seiichiro Saito (right) and 2nd Lt. Dakota
2nd Lt. Seiichiro Saito (right) and 2nd Lt. Dakota Ford from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and from 3d Marine Division, respectively, exchange patches during exercise... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force conduct joint patrols during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefect... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment,
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, lay in wait for an ambush drill during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 13, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral train... More
Airmen from the 437th Operations Group respond to an
Airmen from the 437th Operations Group respond to an evacuation order during the Operational Readiness Inspection at Gulfport, Miss., Dec. 3, 2011. The evacuation order was given in response to a simulated fire... More
Infantrymen with the 30th Infantry Regiment of the
Infantrymen with the 30th Infantry Regiment of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force observe a defensive demonstration during exercise Forest Light on Dec. 11, 2020 in mainland Japan. Forest Light is an annual bi... More
U.S. Marines with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine
U.S. Marines with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, greet Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members with 2nd Infantry Regiment, 12 Brigade, Feb. 27 at Sekiyama Training Area, Niigata prefecture, Japa... More
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Caleb Sinkler, a rifleman
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Caleb Sinkler, a rifleman with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, and U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Joseph Hoffman, a rifleman with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, stay on alert f... More
A radio operator with the Japan Ground Self-Defense
A radio operator with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's 30th Infantry Regiment overlooks defensive positions during exercise Forest Light in mainland Japan on Dec. 11, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilate... More
U.S. Marines from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, and troops
U.S. Marines from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, discuss weaponry and sniper techniques with each other during exercise For... More
Staff Sgt. James Pratt reviews a passenger's weight
Staff Sgt. James Pratt reviews a passenger's weight at the Joint Base Charleston Passenger terminal, Nov. 30, 2011. The weight of each individual plus their carry-on is calculated to ensure appropriate weight d... More
1st Lt. William Allred, a platoon commander with 3d
1st Lt. William Allred, a platoon commander with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, translates for his Japanese counterpart during a discussion on combat and leadership during exercise Forest Light on Dec. 11, 2020. Fo... More
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force vehicle stands by
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force vehicle stands by for movement during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan on Dec. 15, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that strength... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force set up defensive positions as a team during exercise Forest Light 21 in Niig... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment,
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force discuss their defensive strategy during exercise Forest Light Easte... More
Sgt. Bryant Morales cuts square blocks in snow with
Sgt. Bryant Morales cuts square blocks in snow with an ice saw making it easier to shovel Feb. 24 during Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Training Area in Niigata prefecture, Japan. The bilateral training... More
Airmen from the 628th Security Forces Squadron prepare
Airmen from the 628th Security Forces Squadron prepare sandbags to build Defensive Fighting Positions during the Operational Readiness Inspection at Gulfport, Miss., Dec. 2, 2011. More than 600 airmen simulated... More
U.S. Marines from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, conduct
U.S. Marines from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, conduct a live fire range with troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata ... More
U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Bradford W. Tippett prepares to
U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Bradford W. Tippett prepares to address Marines and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members March 8 during the closing ceremony for Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Training Area, Nii... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment,
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, demonstrate on and off drills for Niigata Prefecture dignitaries during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan, Dec. 12, 2020. Forest Light is ... More
Leaders with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and
Leaders with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, command and control the troops of Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Ja... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces share hot chocolate during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan, Dec. 13, 2020. Forest Light is an annual... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, discuss patrol and counter attack tactics during exercise Forest Light 21 i... More
Lance Cpl. Jordan Donald, a rifleman with 3d Battalion,
Lance Cpl. Jordan Donald, a rifleman with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, sights in with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle from a fighting hole designed by troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan ... More
U.S. Marines from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, conduct
U.S. Marines from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, conduct a live fire range with troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata ... More
Infantrymen from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's
Infantrymen from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's 30th Infantry Regiment examine a 60mm mortar as part of a mortar employment techniques exchange during exercise Forest Light on Dec. 11, 2020. Forest Light... More
Airmen process through a redeployment line and prepare
Airmen process through a redeployment line and prepare to return to Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Dec. 5, 2011. More than 600 Airmen simulated a deployment for the Operational Readiness Inspection that tested ba... More
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Lucas Mitchell, a rifleman
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Lucas Mitchell, a rifleman with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, digs a fighting hole during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan, Dec. 13, 2020. Forest Light is a... More
U.S. Marine Cpl. Zach Crabtree, and intelligence specialist
U.S. Marine Cpl. Zach Crabtree, and intelligence specialist with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, lies in wait for an ambush drill drill during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on De... More
Troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade,
Troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, discuss defensive strategies during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 14, 2020. Forest Lig... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment patrol back to a rally point during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan on Dec. 14, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exerci... More
U.S. Marine Capt. David T. Fenbert, center, prepares
U.S. Marine Capt. David T. Fenbert, center, prepares to lead Marines and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members on a six-kilometer hike Feb. 27 through the snowy terrain of Sekiyama Training Area, Niigata pref... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members inspect a Joint
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members inspect a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during exercise Forest Light on Dec. 11, 2020 in mainland Japan. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that strengt... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and infantrymen with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force’s 30th Infantry Regiment prepare tracking vests in preparation for the defensive movement during exer... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Bryan S. Miller, left, passes
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Bryan S. Miller, left, passes on a block of ice to Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Sgt. Tsukasa Hirai Feb. 27 at Sekiyama Training Area, Niigata prefecture, Japan, during exercise Forest ... More
Marines patrol through snow March 6 during a culminating
Marines patrol through snow March 6 during a culminating field event for Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Training Area in Niigata prefecture, Japan. The three-day field training tested the cold-weather t... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment patrol to a rally point during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan on Dec. 16, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise th... More
Marines with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, tread
Marines with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, tread through snow covered terrain Feb. 24 at the Sekiyama Training Area in Niigata prefecture, Japan, during Exercise Forest Light 14-2. Snow patrol training wa... More
Marines with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment,
Marines with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, hike in a column formation through the winter landscape during overnight snow survival shelter training Feb. 27 at Sekiyama Training Area, Niigata pre... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines dismount
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines dismount from a Japan Self-Defense Force type 73 truck to conduct an opening ceremony that will initiate exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment,
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, hold a closing ceremony to mark the end of exercise Forest Light E... More
A U.S. Marine with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and his
A U.S. Marine with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and his Japan Ground Self-Defense Force counterpart exchange greetings during exercise Forest Light in mainland Japan, on Dec. 8, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bil... More
Troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade,
Troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Self-Defense Force and U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines conduct an opening ceremony to initiate exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Pre... More
2nd Lt. Shogo Yamada, with the 30th Infantry Regiment,
2nd Lt. Shogo Yamada, with the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, examines an American MRE during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 8, 2020. ... More
Senior Airman Ronda Verback reviews a food log during
Senior Airman Ronda Verback reviews a food log during the Operational Readiness Inspection at Gulfport, Miss., Dec. 1, 2011. More than 600 Airmen from Joint Base Charleston, S.C., simulated a deployment during ... More
Sgt. Kertis D. Grimmer, far left, with 3rd Battalion,
Sgt. Kertis D. Grimmer, far left, with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, discusses the importance and capabilities of a Quinzee hut Feb. 24 as part of Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Training Area in N... More
Marines patrol through snow March 6 during a comprehensive
Marines patrol through snow March 6 during a comprehensive field training event for Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Training Area in Niigata prefecture, Japan. The three-day field training was the final ... More
U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Dakota Ford, a communication
U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Dakota Ford, a communication strategy and operations officer attached to 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, sights in during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan on Dec... More
U.S. Marine Sgt. Forest Truesdell, a squad leader with
U.S. Marine Sgt. Forest Truesdell, a squad leader with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, signals to his fellow Marines during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 13, 2020. Forest... More
Lance Cpl. Michael Bineham, a machine gunner with 3d
Lance Cpl. Michael Bineham, a machine gunner with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, sprints to his position during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 8, 2020. Forest Light is an annual ... More
Sgt. Kertis D. Grimmer, center right, describes the
Sgt. Kertis D. Grimmer, center right, describes the dimensions of a “snow-coffin” survival shelter to Marines with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, Feb. 24 during a practical application training event as pa... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Self-Defense Force, conduct an opening ceremony to initiate exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Pr... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines move to
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines move to a concealed position along with troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force during exercise Forest Light 21 in the N... More
Leaders with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and from the
Leaders with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, plan integrated training events for the troops of exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niiga... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantrymen with the
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantrymen with the 30th Infantry Regiment and U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines discuss tactics as part of exercise Forest Light in mainland Japan. Forest Light is an... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantrymen with the
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantrymen with the 30th Infantry Regiment and U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines establish defensive positions as part of exercise Forest Light in mainland Japan. Fore... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines set up
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines set up anti-personnel obstacles during exercise Forest Light 21 in Niigata Prefecture, Japan on Dec. 10, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise t... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, discuss cooperative defensive strategies together during exercise F... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment,
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, provide security in a snow storm during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 16, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral trai... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines coordinate
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines coordinate an indirect fire mission during exercise Forest Light on mainland Japan, Dec. 16, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that strength... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, conduct a closing ceremony to exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niiga... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines operate
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines operate an expeditionary field mess during exercise Forest Light in mainland Japan, on Dec. 8, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that streng... More
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantryman with
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantryman with the 30th Infantry Regiment provides cover for a U.S. Marine with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines during a simulated patrol as part of exercise Forest Light. Forest L... More
Staff Sgt. Kenneth R. Ellis, right, cuts through thick
Staff Sgt. Kenneth R. Ellis, right, cuts through thick snow with an ice saw, while 1st Lt. Sam C. Carlson shovels snow away to make a pathway Feb. 24 during Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Training Area ... More
Leading Pvt. Naoya Hashimara (right), a soldier with
Leading Pvt. Naoya Hashimara (right), a soldier with the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, and Lance Cpl. Tyler English, a Marine with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, set... More
Lance Cpl. Lucas Mitchell, a team leader with 3d Battalion,
Lance Cpl. Lucas Mitchell, a team leader with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, sights in with the M32 Multi-Grenade Launcher from a fighting hole designed by troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japa... More
Infantrymen from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's
Infantrymen from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's 30th Infantry Regiment examine a 60mm mortar as part of a mortar employment techniques exchange during exercise Forest Light on Dec. 11, 2020. Forest Light... More
A U.S. Marine Corps JLTV under 3d Battalion, 8th Marine
A U.S. Marine Corps JLTV under 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, operating during exercise Forest Light 21, is displayed to officials of the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 12, 2020. Forest Light is an annu... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment,
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, are briefed on patrols during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 13, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exerc... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment,
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, demonstrate on and off drills for Niigata Prefecture dignitaries during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan, Dec. 12, 2020. Forest Light is ... More
A U.S. Marine with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, examines
A U.S. Marine with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines, examines a JGSDF FN Minimi, while a troop from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, examines a U.S. Marine Corps M320 Grenade ... More
Firefighters from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron
Firefighters from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department respond to a simulated fire during the Operational Readiness Inspection at Gulfport Miss., Dec. 3, 2011. More than 600 airmen from Joint Base ... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment patrol back to a rally point during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan on Dec. 14, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exerci... More
Cpl. Ethan L. Davis shovels snow to make a track path
Cpl. Ethan L. Davis shovels snow to make a track path Feb. 24 during snow patrol practical application as part of Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Training Area in Niigata prefecture, Japan. Forest Light... More
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantryman from
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantryman from the 30th Infantry Regiment sets out for patrol training as part of exercise Forest Light. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that strengthen... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force examine each other’s anti-material weaponry during exercise Forest L... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment,
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, provide security in a snow storm during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata Prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 16, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral trai... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantrymen from the
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantrymen from the 30th Infantry Regiment charge forward alongside U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines during an integrated patrol during exercise Forest Light. Forest ... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, conduct an integrated patrol during exercise Forest Light 21 in the Niigata... More
Troops from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and the Japan
Troops from 3d Battalion, 8th Marines and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's 30th Infantry Regiment prepare to displace to another training area during exercise Forest Light in mainland Japan on Dec. 11, 202... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines operate
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines operate an expeditionary field mess during exercise Forest Light in mainland Japan, on Dec. 8, 2020. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that streng... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and troops from the 30th Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, prepare to push through a snow storm together during exercise Fores... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines maintain
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines maintain security in a defensive posture during exercise Forest Light on Dec. 11, 2020 in mainland Japan. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that s... More
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Michael Jones, an infantryman
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Michael Jones, an infantryman with 3d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, scans his sector of fire while on watch during exercise Forest Light Eastern Army in mainland Japan on Dec. 15,... More
Marines suppress a simulated enemy machine gun position
Marines suppress a simulated enemy machine gun position with an M240 medium machine gun March 6 during a culminating field event for Exercise Forest Light 14-2 at Sekiyama Training Area in Niigata prefecture, J... More
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantryman from
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force infantryman from the 30th Infantry Regiment sights in with his service rifle during an integrated patrol as part of exercise Forest Light. Forest Light is an annual bilateral t... More
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines prepare
U.S. Marines with 3d Battalion, 8th Marines prepare for an integrated U.S./Japan infiltration during exercise Forest Light. Forest Light is an annual bilateral training exercise that strengthens the interoperab... More