U.S. Marines extract from Sekiyama, Japan, via Japanese
U.S. Marines extract from Sekiyama, Japan, via Japanese CH-46 helicopter during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and depl... More
Sgt. Tyler J. Fox spots targets down range in preparation
Sgt. Tyler J. Fox spots targets down range in preparation of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern Territory, Australia, during Exercise Koolendong 14. The ... More
A satellite communication antenna points to an opening
A satellite communication antenna points to an opening in the tree canopy during reconnaissance and surveillance training at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 12, 2018. Scout Snipers provide all weather, day an... More
Lance Cpl. Logan D. Laughlin, a scout sniper assistant
Lance Cpl. Logan D. Laughlin, a scout sniper assistant team leader with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, posts security during reconnaissance and surveillance training at Cam... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Jesus Marroquin, a Las Vegas,
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Jesus Marroquin, a Las Vegas, Nevada native, carries an M240B machine gun during a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-... More
Lance Cpl. Seth M. Richardson, a Carbondale, Illinois,
Lance Cpl. Seth M. Richardson, a Carbondale, Illinois, native, ejects a round from the chamber of an M40A5 sniper rifle Aug. 17 during preparation for the Scout Sniper Basic Course at the Central Training Area ... More
A U.S. Marine helps another Marine up during a hike
A U.S. Marine helps another Marine up during a hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JG... More
A Royal Thai Marine laughs following a live fire event
A Royal Thai Marine laughs following a live fire event of Cobra Gold 19, Camp Ban Chan Khrem, Khao Khitchakut District, Thailand, Feb. 13, 2019. Exercise Cobra Gold demonstrates the commitment of the Kingdom of... More
Marines with Scout Sniper Platoon, 1st Battalion, 5th
Marines with Scout Sniper Platoon, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, sight down range with their M40 A5 sniper rifles and M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System as a part an unknown distance qualification range Au... More
A Royal Thai Marine reviews his notes during a live
A Royal Thai Marine reviews his notes during a live fire event of Cobra Gold 19, Camp Ban Chan Khrem, Khao Khitchakut District, Thailand, Feb. 13, 2019. Exercise Cobra Gold demonstrates the commitment of the Ki... More
U.S. Marines carry their flag before the last movement
U.S. Marines carry their flag before the last movement of the exercise during exercise Forest Light at Sekiyama, Japan, March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted... More
A U.S. Marine helps another Marine up during a hike
A U.S. Marine helps another Marine up during a hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 13, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JG... More
A U.S. Marine runs to post security at Sekiyama, Japan,
A U.S. Marine runs to post security at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 13, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSD and deployed U.S. Marine f... More
Lance Cpl. Logan D. Laughlin sights in with an M110
Lance Cpl. Logan D. Laughlin sights in with an M110 semi-automatic sniper system during a live fire event of Exercise Cobra Gold 19, Camp Ban Chan Khrem, Khao Khitchakut District, Thailand, Feb. 13, 2019. Exerc... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brett Tate, a San Clemente,
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brett Tate, a San Clemente, California native, rests after a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training oppor... More
Cpl. Chancelor J. Kelso, a scout sniper team leader
Cpl. Chancelor J. Kelso, a scout sniper team leader with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, looks for threats and obstacles in dense foliage during reconnaissance and surveilla... More
Cpl. Rafael A. Dehoyos, left, a San Antonio, Texas,
Cpl. Rafael A. Dehoyos, left, a San Antonio, Texas, native, fires an M40A5 sniper rifle Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. The Marines sometimes use natural or inanimate objects to stabiliz... More
A U.S. Marine posts security at Sekiyama, Japan, during
A U.S. Marine posts security at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 13, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSD and deployed U.S. Marine forces t... More
A U.S. Marine drags his pack to the staging area at
A U.S. Marine drags his pack to the staging area at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 13, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed... More
Sgt. Tyler J. Fox adjusts his M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper
Sgt. Tyler J. Fox adjusts his M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System’s wind and elevation knobs in preparation of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern Territory... More
Lance Cpl. Mina S. Gadelkarim sights in down range
Lance Cpl. Mina S. Gadelkarim sights in down range using a M107 .50-caliber Special Application Scoped Rifle as part of an unknown distance qualification range Aug. 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern ... More
Lance Cpl. Mina S. Gadelkarim engages upon targets
Lance Cpl. Mina S. Gadelkarim engages upon targets using a M107 .50 Caliber Special Application Scoped Rifle as part of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Norther... More
In order to quickly reengage his target Lance Cpl.
In order to quickly reengage his target Lance Cpl. Taymullah B. Ameen unloads a round out of his M40 A5 bolt action sniper rifle as a part of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field ... More
U.S. Marines hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan,
U.S. Marines hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 13, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.S. Marine force... More
Cpl. David Elenbaas sights in with an Mk 13 Mod 7 sniper
Cpl. David Elenbaas sights in with an Mk 13 Mod 7 sniper rifle during a live fire event of Exercise Cobra Gold 19, Camp Ban Chan Khrem, Khao Khitchakut District, Thailand, Feb. 13, 2019. Exercise Cobra Gold dem... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. William Pearn, a Shohola,
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. William Pearn, a Shohola, Pennsylvania native, posts security during exercise Forest Light at Sekiyama, Japan, March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportuni... More
A U.S. Marine ejects a round from the chamber of an
A U.S. Marine ejects a round from the chamber of an M40A5 sniper rifle Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. The M40A5 rifle is a bolt-action sniper rifle with a muzzle velocity of 2,550 feet ... More
U.S. Marines’ flak jackets rest on a snow-made shelf
U.S. Marines’ flak jackets rest on a snow-made shelf during exercise Forest Light at Sekiyama, Japan, March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by Japan Ground S... More
A U.S. Marine helps another Marine put his pack on
A U.S. Marine helps another Marine put his pack on before continuing a hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training oppor... More
Marines with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team,
Marines with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, participate in a live fire event of Cobra Gold 19, Camp Ban Chan Khrem, Khao Khitchakut District, Thailand, Feb. 13, 2019. Exerc... More
U.S. Marines fire M40A5 sniper rifles Aug. 17 at the
U.S. Marines fire M40A5 sniper rifles Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. This course of fire prepares the Marines for the Scout Sniper Basic Course. The M40A5 rifle is a bolt-action sniper ... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Christopher Kedjejian , a Los
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Christopher Kedjejian , a Los Angeles, California native, tries to warm up his hands after a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of v... More
A U.S. Marine posts security at Sekiyama, Japan, during
A U.S. Marine posts security at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.S. Marine forces ... More
A U.S. Marine patrols at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise
A U.S. Marine patrols at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.S. Marine forces to demo... More
Lance Cpl. Taymullah B. Ameen sights in down range
Lance Cpl. Taymullah B. Ameen sights in down range using a M40 A5 bolt action sniper rifle in part of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern Territory, Austr... More
Lance Cpl. Seth M. Richardson, left, fires an M40A5
Lance Cpl. Seth M. Richardson, left, fires an M40A5 sniper rifle while Cpl. Aaron A. Gobidas spots the rounds and provides corrections Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. Teamwork can mean t... More
Sgt. Mark A. Washburn, center prone, adjusts the sights
Sgt. Mark A. Washburn, center prone, adjusts the sights on an M40A5 sniper rifle based off the recommendations of his spotter, Cpl. Chris B. Harubin, left, Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan... More
Lance Cpl. Ernesto Lopez, a radio operator with Weapons
Lance Cpl. Ernesto Lopez, a radio operator with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, communicates with the command element during reconnaissance and surveillance training at Camp... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Bryce Graskemper, a Kansas City,
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Bryce Graskemper, a Kansas City, Missouri native, warms up by adding warming layers after a patrol during exercise Forest Light at Sekiyama, Japan, March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of ... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Chasen Gardner, a New Condon,
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Chasen Gardner, a New Condon, Wisconsin native, hikes at Sekiyama, Japan, March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by Japan Ground Self-D... More
Cpl. Cruz A. Nunez, right, spots targets for Cpl. Jarrod
Cpl. Cruz A. Nunez, right, spots targets for Cpl. Jarrod L. Henry as he engages targets with his M40 A5 sniper rifle as part of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area,... More
Lance Cpl. Mina S. Gadelkarim fires a M107 .50 Caliber
Lance Cpl. Mina S. Gadelkarim fires a M107 .50 Caliber Special Application Scoped Rifle as part of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern Territory, Australi... More
U.S. Marines posts security at an ambush site at Sekiyama,
U.S. Marines posts security at an ambush site at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.... More
U.S. Marines carry their flag before the last movement
U.S. Marines carry their flag before the last movement of the exercise during exercise Forest Light at Sekiyama, Japan, March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted... More
A U.S. Marine pulls out a cold weather Meal, Ready-to-Eat
A U.S. Marine pulls out a cold weather Meal, Ready-to-Eat at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and... More
U.S. Marines insert into Sekiyama, Japan, via Japanese
U.S. Marines insert into Sekiyama, Japan, via Japanese CH-46 during exercise Forest Light March 13, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSD and deployed U.S. Mar... More
Sgt. Tyler J. Fox, left, spots targets down range in
Sgt. Tyler J. Fox, left, spots targets down range in preparation for an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern Territory, Australia, during Exercise Koolendong ... More
Cpl. Michael E. Monk fires a M40 A5 bolt action sniper
Cpl. Michael E. Monk fires a M40 A5 bolt action sniper rifle down range as part of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Area, Northern Territory, Australia, during Exerci... More
U.S. Marines post security at Sekiyama, Japan, during
U.S. Marines post security at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.S. Marine forces to... More
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chancelor J. Kelso, a scout
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chancelor J. Kelso, a scout sniper team leader with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/4, posts security during reconnaissance and surveillance training at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Ja... More
Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Jonathan M. Stanley, a
Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Jonathan M. Stanley, a hospital corpsman with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, moves toward the objective during reconnaissance and surveillance ... More
Sgt. Wyatt D. Vass instructs a Royal Thai Marine during
Sgt. Wyatt D. Vass instructs a Royal Thai Marine during a live fire event of Cobra Gold 19, Camp Ban Chan Khrem, Khao Khitchakut District, Thailand, Feb. 13, 2019. Exercise Cobra Gold demonstrates the commitmen... More
U.S. Marines fire M40A5 sniper rifles Aug. 17 at the
U.S. Marines fire M40A5 sniper rifles Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. The course of fire introduced the Marines to the M40A5 sniper rifle and prepared them for the Scout Sniper Basic Cou... More
U.S. Marines hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan,
U.S. Marines hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.S. Marine force... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brett Tate, a San Clemente,
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brett Tate, a San Clemente, California native, changes out of his wet clothes to keep warm at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various ... More
U.S. Marine Cpl. Sean Trabert, a Buffalo, New York
U.S. Marine Cpl. Sean Trabert, a Buffalo, New York native, carries two packs during a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opp... More
U.S. Marines cook breakfast during exercise Forest
U.S. Marines cook breakfast during exercise Forest Light at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and ... More
U.S. Marines hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan,
U.S. Marines hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.S. Marine force... More
Lance Cpl. Mina S. Gadelkarim, left, spots targets
Lance Cpl. Mina S. Gadelkarim, left, spots targets for 1st Lt. Jacob A. Zalewski as he engages targets with his M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System as part of an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at ... More
U.S. Marine Cpl. Sean Trabert, a Buffalo, New York
U.S. Marine Cpl. Sean Trabert, a Buffalo, New York native, shovels snow to make a sleeping area at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral trainin... More
A U.S. Marine puts on gloves before a hike at Sekiyama,
A U.S. Marine puts on gloves before a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.S. ... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Luis Solares, a Los Angeles,
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Luis Solares, a Los Angeles, California native, eats snow during a break from a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lat... More
Marines with Scout Sniper Platoon, 1st Battalion, 5th
Marines with Scout Sniper Platoon, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, sight down range with their M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper Systems as a part an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Fiel... More
Lance Cpl. Sammy J. Hill views downrange targets during
Lance Cpl. Sammy J. Hill views downrange targets during a live fire event of Exercise Cobra Gold 19, Camp Ban Chan Khrem, Khao Khitchakut District, Thailand, Feb. 13, 2019. Exercise Cobra Gold demonstrates the ... More
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Soldiers make movement
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Soldiers make movement through snow at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by... More
Cpl. Andrew L. Hessefort, foreground, a scout sniper
Cpl. Andrew L. Hessefort, foreground, a scout sniper assistant team leader with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, posts security during reconnaissance and surveillance trainin... More
A U.S. Marine boils snow to make drinking water at
A U.S. Marine boils snow to make drinking water at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed ... More
Lance Cpl. Seth M. Richardson, a Carbondale, Illinois,
Lance Cpl. Seth M. Richardson, a Carbondale, Illinois, native, prepares to fire an M40A5 sniper rifle Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. The M40A5 rifle is a bolt-action sniper rifle with a... More
Marines with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team,
Marines with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, approach the woodline during reconnaissance and surveillance training at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 12, 2018. Scout Snipe... More
A flare burns during a live fire event of Cobra Gold
A flare burns during a live fire event of Cobra Gold 19, Camp Ban Chan Khrem, Khao Khitchakut District, Thailand, Feb. 13, 2019. Exercise Cobra Gold demonstrates the commitment of the Kingdom of Thailand and th... More
Marines with Scout Sniper Platoon, 1st Battalion, 5th
Marines with Scout Sniper Platoon, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, sight down range with their M40 A5 sniper rifles as a part an unknown distance qualification range August 18 at Bradshaw Field Training Are... More
Sgt. Mark A. Washburn, a Pensacola, Florida, native,
Sgt. Mark A. Washburn, a Pensacola, Florida, native, fires an M40A5 sniper rifle Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. The Marines trained in a variety of shooting techniques to include known ... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brett Tate, a San Clemente,
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brett Tate, a San Clemente, California native, rests after a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 14, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training oppor... More
U.S. Marine Cpl. Sean Trabert, a Buffalo, New York
U.S. Marine Cpl. Sean Trabert, a Buffalo, New York native, gears up before a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunitie... More
Cpl. Chancelor J. Kelso, a scout sniper team leader
Cpl. Chancelor J. Kelso, a scout sniper team leader with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, posts security during reconnaissance and surveillance training at Camp Hansen, Okina... More
Cpl. Dustin K. Davis, right, uses his spotter, Cpl.
Cpl. Dustin K. Davis, right, uses his spotter, Cpl. Rafael A. Dehoyos, to stabilize his M40A5 sniper rifle Aug. 17 at the Central Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. Marines sometimes use natural or inanimate obje... More
Cpl. Chancelor J. Kelso, a scout sniper team leader
Cpl. Chancelor J. Kelso, a scout sniper team leader with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, holds an M110 semi-automatic sniper system during reconnaissance and surveillance tr... More
U.S. Marines hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan,
U.S. Marines hike through snow at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF and deployed U.S. Marine force... More
A U.S. Marine carries a M240B light machine gun for
A U.S. Marine carries a M240B light machine gun for a hike at Sekiyama, Japan, during exercise Forest Light March 15, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bi-lateral training opportunities conducted by JGSDF an... More