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Setting the Example: 31st MEU Marines clean up Kin Blue beach August 14, 2020 — Reveille was at 0530 on the morning of July 25th; platoon internal training with Combined Anti-Armor Team 1 concluded the night prior. The Marines were all tired and ready to go home, but CAAT 1 had one more task to complete. After spending three full days and nights patrolling and practicing basic infantry skills in the heat, CAAT 1 spent the morning clearing the beach from trash and debris that had washed up on the beach over time. Marines and Sailors that use the training area are expected to clean it after the completion of training, but CAAT 1 decided to take it a step further and clean the beach and all the washed-up trash as well. The Marines were happy to volunteer and show appreciation to the community... MORE

MCSC employs virtual training during COVID-19 August 13, 2020 — Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Marine Corps Systems Command’s mission to support the warfighter hasn’t stopped. Prior to the crisis, MCSC’s program offices hosted both in-person and classroom training sessions for Marines to learn to use new gear. With travel restrictions in place, MCSC had to find new, innovative ways to conduct New Equipment Training. Earlier this spring, MCSC began conducting Virtual NET—online training that replicates a live, classroom training environment. Viewing a live video stream, Marines can watch as an instructor teaches them to employ a piece of equipment... MORE

Futenma Bike Race marks first major sporting event to return during COVID-19 June 22, 2020 — Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all sporting events were put on hold as a precautionary measure. As Okinawa marks more than 50 days COVID-19 free, events are being re-opened to the community. One of the first events to be opened was the Annual Futenma Bike Race hosted by Marine Corps Community Services. “We do this race every year,” said Taryn Miller, an adult sports specialist with MCCS, “but this year we had to put a twist on it...” MORE

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, US Marines deploy to Norway, successfully integrate with Norwegian allies June 9, 2020 — Whether in the face of the enemy or a deadly global pandemic, the U.S. Marine Corps not only stays ahead of the curve but also flattens it. World War I destroyed numerous lives across the globe during the 1910 era but only claimed second place for deadliest disturbance. The 1918 Spanish Influenza pandemic killed millions more, taking with it military personnel who intermingled with other countries without proper health protocol. A century later, the Marine Corps learned from the past, and the Marines and Sailors with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, successfully deployed to Norway in May 2020 as Marine Rotational Force-Europe 20.2, Marine Forces Europe and Africa, which focuses... MORE

Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Implements Changes to Combat COVID-19 April 8, 2020 — Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton has seen a variety of changes over the past few weeks in response to COVID-19. The installation has always put the health and well-being of all personnel and their families as its top priority, which is why each change has been carefully and quickly made to adapt to the surrounding environment while continuing to provide critical services key to mission success. MORE