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SASEBO, Japan (Feb. 9, 2024) — Mineman 2nd Class William Fang, from Brooklyn, New York and assigned to the Avenger-Class mine countermeasures ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9), speaks to Brig. Gen. Trevor Hall, Commanding General, 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade and deputy commander of Task Force 76/3, about the ship’s mine countermeasure capabilities in Sasebo, Japan Feb. 9, 2024. Task Force 76/3 is an operational command based out of Okinawa and is responsible for conducting expeditionary warfare operations to support a full range of U.S. Seventh Fleet theater contingencies, ranging from humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to full combat operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Second Class Chase Stephens/Released)

SASEBO, Japan (Feb. 9, 2024) — Mineman 2nd Class William Fang, from Brooklyn, New York and assigned to the Avenger-Class mine countermeasures ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9), speaks to Brig. Gen. Trevor Hall, Commanding General, 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade and deputy commander of Task Force 76/3, about the ship’s mine countermeasure capabilities in Sasebo, Japan Feb. 9, 2024. Task Force 76/3 is an operational command based out of Okinawa and is responsible for conducting expeditionary warfare operations to support a full range of U.S. Seventh Fleet theater contingencies, ranging from humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to full combat operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Second Class Chase Stephens/Released)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class William

U.S. Marine Master Sgt. Daniel Thompson, left, a joint fires integrator, Capt. Eaton, an artillery officer, center, and Sgt. Samuel Berkheimer, right, a fire support Marine, with Task Force 76/3, set up Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data Systems and a Joint Automated Deep Operation Coordination System during Integrated Littoral Warfare Center (ILWC) dislocation training at the Ie Shima Training Facility on Iejima, Okinawa, Japan Sept. 11, 2023. Task Force 76/3 is training at Ie Shima Training Facility to demonstrate proficiency in establishing command and control, communications, computers, and intelligence architecture in support of operations and coordination with Bravo Co., 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Andrew Ochoa)

U.S. Marine Master Sgt. Daniel Thompson, left, a joint fires integrator, Capt. Eaton, an artillery officer, center, and Sgt. Samuel Berkheimer, right, a fire support Marine, with Task Force 76/3, set up Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data Systems and a Joint Automated Deep Operation Coordination System during Integrated Littoral Warfare Center (ILWC) dislocation training at the Ie Shima Training Facility on Iejima, Okinawa, Japan Sept. 11, 2023. Task Force 76/3 is training at Ie Shima Training Facility to demonstrate proficiency in establishing command and control, communications, computers, and intelligence architecture in support of operations and coordination with Bravo Co., 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Andrew Ochoa)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Andrew Ochoa

A U.S. Marine Corps High Mobility Artillery Rocket System with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, III Marine Expeditionary Force, exits a hide before a simulated fire mission while training at Ie Shima Training Facility, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 21, 2022. This training is part of Task Force 76/3’s Noble Fusion 22.2 campaign of learning and experimentation designed to improve naval integration within the newly created organization comprising of the U.S. Navy’s Task Force 76 and III MEF’s 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Ochoa)

A U.S. Marine Corps High Mobility Artillery Rocket System with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, III Marine Expeditionary Force, exits a hide before a simulated fire mission while training at Ie Shima Training Facility, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 21, 2022. This training is part of Task Force 76/3’s Noble Fusion 22.2 campaign of learning and experimentation designed to improve naval integration within the newly created organization comprising of the U.S. Navy’s Task Force 76 and III MEF’s 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Ochoa)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Ochoa

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Julio Tinocodominguez, a digital wideband transmission equipment operator, assigned to 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, relays targeting information during exercise Katana Strike on Kumejima, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Katana Strike is led by III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group and is designed to demonstrate proficiency in coalition joint-force planning, coordination, and execution of dynamic targeting in a maritime environment that utilizes ground forces to initiate the targeting cycle. Katana Strike showcases 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, which serves as the central hub for conducting long-range communications between joint ground, naval and aviation units over multiple waveforms. III MIG functions as the vanguard of III MEF, operating in the Indo-Pacific regions information environment, and supports Marine Air Ground Task Force operations with communications, intelligence, and supporting arms liaison capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel Serrano)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Julio Tinocodominguez, a digital wideband transmission equipment operator, assigned to 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, relays targeting information during exercise Katana Strike on Kumejima, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Katana Strike is led by III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group and is designed to demonstrate proficiency in coalition joint-force planning, coordination, and execution of dynamic targeting in a maritime environment that utilizes ground forces to initiate the targeting cycle. Katana Strike showcases 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, which serves as the central hub for conducting long-range communications between joint ground, naval and aviation units over multiple waveforms. III MIG functions as the vanguard of III MEF, operating in the Indo-Pacific regions information environment, and supports Marine Air Ground Task Force operations with communications, intelligence, and supporting arms liaison capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel Serrano)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel Serrano

Representatives from Naval Research Lab and Naval Postgraduate School speak to Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force about a solar-powered autonomous unmanned aircraft system at the Expeditionary Energy Concepts demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. Technology such as solar and kinetic energy-harvesting equipment was on display at the demonstration to give Marines an idea of gear they may receive in the future, and presented an opportunity for Marines to give feedback to the developers.

Representatives from Naval Research Lab and Naval Postgraduate School speak to Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force about a solar-powered autonomous unmanned aircraft system at the Expeditionary Energy Concepts demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. Technology such as solar and kinetic energy-harvesting equipment was on display at the demonstration to give Marines an idea of gear they may receive in the future, and presented an opportunity for Marines to give feedback to the developers.

Photo by Cpl. Sullivan Laramie

Master Sgt. Shawn Workman, an operational analyst with II Marine Expeditionary Force, speaks to a representative of one of the civilian companies responsible for designing an energy-efficient, all-terrain utility vehicle for the Marine Corps at the Expeditionary Energy Concepts demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. E2C gives civilian and Department of Defense developers the opportunity to demonstrate technologies with potential to address gaps in Marines Corps energy, water and waste capabilities.

Master Sgt. Shawn Workman, an operational analyst with II Marine Expeditionary Force, speaks to a representative of one of the civilian companies responsible for designing an energy-efficient, all-terrain utility vehicle for the Marine Corps at the Expeditionary Energy Concepts demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. E2C gives civilian and Department of Defense developers the opportunity to demonstrate technologies with potential to address gaps in Marines Corps energy, water and waste capabilities.

Photo by Cpl. Sullivan Laramie

Lt. Gen. William Faulkner (right), the deputy commandant for installations and logistics at Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks to Tracy Freedman, the energy ethos communications lead for Marine Corps Installations East, at the Expeditionary Energy Concepts demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. The demonstration is part of the process of developing and acquiring new systems that will increase Marines’ combat effectiveness and reduce operational risk.

Lt. Gen. William Faulkner (right), the deputy commandant for installations and logistics at Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks to Tracy Freedman, the energy ethos communications lead for Marine Corps Installations East, at the Expeditionary Energy Concepts demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. The demonstration is part of the process of developing and acquiring new systems that will increase Marines’ combat effectiveness and reduce operational risk.

Photo by Cpl. Sullivan Laramie

Retired Vice Adm. Dennis McGinn (left), the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment, speaks to a representative of one of the civilian companies responsible for developing new, more energy efficient batteries for the Marine Corps at the Expeditionary Energy Concepts demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. The demonstration drew VIPs from Marine Corps, Department of Defense and civilian organizations, as well as members of other military services and other countries.

Retired Vice Adm. Dennis McGinn (left), the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment, speaks to a representative of one of the civilian companies responsible for developing new, more energy efficient batteries for the Marine Corps at the Expeditionary Energy Concepts demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. The demonstration drew VIPs from Marine Corps, Department of Defense and civilian organizations, as well as members of other military services and other countries.

Photo by Cpl. Sullivan Laramie

Capt. Nathan Daniel, an operational analyst with the Expeditionary Energy Office, leads a group of Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force visiting the Expeditionary Energy Concepts, or E2C, demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. E2C gave Marines an opportunity to learn about new technology and give their own feedback directly to the developers.

Capt. Nathan Daniel, an operational analyst with the Expeditionary Energy Office, leads a group of Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force visiting the Expeditionary Energy Concepts, or E2C, demonstration aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 24, 2015. E2C gave Marines an opportunity to learn about new technology and give their own feedback directly to the developers.

Photo by Cpl. Sullivan Laramie

Marines boarding an Osprey from combat in OEF.

Marines boarding an Osprey from combat in OEF.

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Marines trek through the harsh mountains of Korea.

Marines trek through the harsh mountains of Korea.

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Helicopter departs a carrier for land in the Persian Gulf circa 2006.

Helicopter departs a carrier for land in the Persian Gulf circa 2006.

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Marines on patrol in OEF circa 2006.

Marines on patrol in OEF circa 2006.

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Marines battling on the beach at Tarawa, November 1943.

Marines battling on the beach at Tarawa, November 1943.

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Marine Rifleman prepares to take his shot in Afghanistan.

Marine Rifleman prepares to take his shot in Afghanistan.

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Marines head to an Osprey for transport from the battlefield in Afghanistan circa 2006.

Marines head to an Osprey for transport from the battlefield in Afghanistan circa 2006.

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Marines on patrol in the desert of Afghanistan circa 2009.

Marines on patrol in the desert of Afghanistan circa 2009.

Photo by USMC

Marines march in the austere mountains of Korea circa 1951.

Marines march in the austere mountains of Korea circa 1951.

Photo by USMC

Marine Corps helicopter heads for land from an aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf.

Marine Corps helicopter heads for land from an aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf.

Photo by USMC

Marines take the beach at Guadalcanal circa 1942.

Marines take the beach at Guadalcanal circa 1942.

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