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U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific stand at parade rest during the MARFORPAC change of command ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 12, 2024. Lt. Gen. William M. Jurney relinquished command to Lt. Gen. James F. Glynn. With two-thirds of the Marine Corps’ operating forces assigned, MARFORPAC operates in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, the largest Geographical Combatant Command in the U.S. Department of Defense, as the Nation’s expeditionary force-in-readiness. Pacific Marines serve alongside the joint force and like-minded allies and partners to preserve and maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan Beauchamp)

U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific stand at parade rest during the MARFORPAC change of command ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 12, 2024. Lt. Gen. William M. Jurney relinquished command to Lt. Gen. James F. Glynn. With two-thirds of the Marine Corps’ operating forces assigned, MARFORPAC operates in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, the largest Geographical Combatant Command in the U.S. Department of Defense, as the Nation’s expeditionary force-in-readiness. Pacific Marines serve alongside the joint force and like-minded allies and partners to preserve and maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan Beauchamp)

Photo by Cpl. Jonathan Beauchamp

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Garrett A. Sloan, a loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 153, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) refuels a KC-130J during Exercise Evergreen 2024 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Aug. 14, 2024. Exercise Evergreen 2024 enabled VMGR-153 to implement comprehensive training, including joint operations with the U.S. Army and Air Force, to maintain the squadron’s high level of proficiency in supporting 1st MAW operations across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reed-O’Brien)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Garrett A. Sloan, a loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 153, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) refuels a KC-130J during Exercise Evergreen 2024 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Aug. 14, 2024. Exercise Evergreen 2024 enabled VMGR-153 to implement comprehensive training, including joint operations with the U.S. Army and Air Force, to maintain the squadron’s high level of proficiency in supporting 1st MAW operations across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reed-O’Brien)

Photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reedobrien

Devil Pups pose for a group photo during a Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills workshop (LINKS) at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 16, 2024. The LINKS program provided by Marine Corps Family Team Building included a miniature physical fitness test, water gun shooting range, vehicle and aircraft tours, and readiness brief. The Devil Pups Youth Program For America challenges, educates and helps young boys and girls of all backgrounds to learn self-confidence and responsibility for their actions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Estridge)

Devil Pups pose for a group photo during a Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills workshop (LINKS) at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 16, 2024. The LINKS program provided by Marine Corps Family Team Building included a miniature physical fitness test, water gun shooting range, vehicle and aircraft tours, and readiness brief. The Devil Pups Youth Program For America challenges, educates and helps young boys and girls of all backgrounds to learn self-confidence and responsibility for their actions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Estridge)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Estridge

U.S. Marines aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii conducts annual gas chamber training, MCBH, Sept. 23, 2024. Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear specialist hosted the training to enhance Marines’ response time and capabilities when called to a CBRN incident. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker)

U.S. Marines aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii conducts annual gas chamber training, MCBH, Sept. 23, 2024. Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear specialist hosted the training to enhance Marines’ response time and capabilities when called to a CBRN incident. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker

A U.S. Marine with 3d Littoral Combat Team, 3d Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division, unloads an Ultra Light Tactical Vehicle during air insertion training with MV-22B Ospreys attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 363 at Kahuku Training Area, Hawaii, Sept. 5, 2024. 3d LCT conducts jungle skills training to improve core competencies, discipline and continuing actions across the battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Eric Huynh)

A U.S. Marine with 3d Littoral Combat Team, 3d Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division, unloads an Ultra Light Tactical Vehicle during air insertion training with MV-22B Ospreys attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 363 at Kahuku Training Area, Hawaii, Sept. 5, 2024. 3d LCT conducts jungle skills training to improve core competencies, discipline and continuing actions across the battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Eric Huynh)

Photo by Cpl. Eric Huynh

Race participants compete in a canoe race during the 2024 John D. Kaupiko Canoe Regatta at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, July 14, 2024. Eighteen canoe clubs across Oahu competed in 45 divisions, paddling through Kaneohe Bay for first place. MCBH hosted the canoe regatta in conjunction with the Hui Nalu Canoe Club as an opportunity to foster relations between the base and the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Daniel Chavez-Flores)

Race participants compete in a canoe race during the 2024 John D. Kaupiko Canoe Regatta at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, July 14, 2024. Eighteen canoe clubs across Oahu competed in 45 divisions, paddling through Kaneohe Bay for first place. MCBH hosted the canoe regatta in conjunction with the Hui Nalu Canoe Club as an opportunity to foster relations between the base and the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Daniel Chavez-Flores)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Chavez-Flores

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 174, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing level out an area to create more space for parking at Pyramid Beach, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, July 16, 2024. The construction of the new parking area is underway to improve safety and quality of life at the Pyramid Beach access point. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reed-O’Brien)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 174, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing level out an area to create more space for parking at Pyramid Beach, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, July 16, 2024. The construction of the new parking area is underway to improve safety and quality of life at the Pyramid Beach access point. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reed-O’Brien)

Photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reedobrien

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Alexis S. Medina with Marine Wing Support Squadron 174, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing taxis a MH-60S Sea Hawk attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 6 in support of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024 at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, July 16, 2024. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC 2024 in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reed-O’Brien)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Alexis S. Medina with Marine Wing Support Squadron 174, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing taxis a MH-60S Sea Hawk attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 6 in support of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024 at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, July 16, 2024. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC 2024 in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reed-O’Brien)

Photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reedobrien

U.S. Marines and students with Kapolei High School’s Marine Corps Junior ROTC pose for a group photo after a K-9 demonstration conducted by Marine Corps Base Hawaii Provost Marshal Office during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) Leadership Symposium at MCBH, July 2, 2024. The SNCOA organized its first annual Leadership Symposium, a three-day leadership training focused on promoting community relations and teaching Marine Corps leadership. The symposium included training with KHS’s MC Junior ROTC leadership classes, demonstrations by dog handlers, and a critical-thinking boat activity. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Taylor Von Sanders-Frazer)

U.S. Marines and students with Kapolei High School’s Marine Corps Junior ROTC pose for a group photo after a K-9 demonstration conducted by Marine Corps Base Hawaii Provost Marshal Office during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) Leadership Symposium at MCBH, July 2, 2024. The SNCOA organized its first annual Leadership Symposium, a three-day leadership training focused on promoting community relations and teaching Marine Corps leadership. The symposium included training with KHS’s MC Junior ROTC leadership classes, demonstrations by dog handlers, and a critical-thinking boat activity. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Taylor Von Sanders-Frazer)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Taylor Von Sanders-Frazer

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Michael Chupurdia, a team leader assigned to Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, directs his fire team during live-fire squad attacks at Marine Corps Base Hawaii July 20, 2024. Squad level live-fire training enhances combat readiness and maintains the proficiency of the Marine Corps rifle squad. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Michael Chupurdia, a team leader assigned to Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, directs his fire team during live-fire squad attacks at Marine Corps Base Hawaii July 20, 2024. Squad level live-fire training enhances combat readiness and maintains the proficiency of the Marine Corps rifle squad. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker

Members of the Windward Buddhist Temple pay their respects during Obon, a Buddhist memorial service, at Bellows Japanese Cemetery, Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, June 10, 2024. Members of the Windward Buddhist Temple honored the spirits of Japanese immigrants who worked at the Waimanalo Sugar Plantation as well as laborers from local dairy farms and members of the Waimanalo Hongwanji Temple and their descendants. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker)

Members of the Windward Buddhist Temple pay their respects during Obon, a Buddhist memorial service, at Bellows Japanese Cemetery, Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, June 10, 2024. Members of the Windward Buddhist Temple honored the spirits of Japanese immigrants who worked at the Waimanalo Sugar Plantation as well as laborers from local dairy farms and members of the Waimanalo Hongwanji Temple and their descendants. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker

U.S. Army Sgt. Cade Eastwood, a flight engineer with Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment, General Support Aviation Brigade, inspects a CH-47 Chinook in preparation for an external lift operations exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, June 6, 2024. Marines and Soldiers collaborated in an external lift operations exercise, bolstering efficiency in airlifting oversized cargo while offering a distinctive cross-training opportunity. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Daniel Chavez-Flores)

U.S. Army Sgt. Cade Eastwood, a flight engineer with Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment, General Support Aviation Brigade, inspects a CH-47 Chinook in preparation for an external lift operations exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, June 6, 2024. Marines and Soldiers collaborated in an external lift operations exercise, bolstering efficiency in airlifting oversized cargo while offering a distinctive cross-training opportunity. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Daniel Chavez-Flores)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Chavez-Flores

Marine Corps Base Hawaii Waterfront Operations personnel assist in the mooring of the Hokule’a during the 2024 Festival of the Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) Wa’a Ceremony at MCBH, June 4, 2024. The visit consisted of a welcome ceremony, a tour of the Hokule’a and Iosepa, and a dinner after the Hokule’a and six of her sister wa'a moored at the MCBH Marina. For the first time, Hawaii will host the FestPAC, which serves as a platform for cultural exchange, celebration of indigenous artistry, and the promotion of regional solidarity among Pacific nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Julian Elliott-Drouin)

Marine Corps Base Hawaii Waterfront Operations personnel assist in the mooring of the Hokule’a during the 2024 Festival of the Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) Wa’a Ceremony at MCBH, June 4, 2024. The visit consisted of a welcome ceremony, a tour of the Hokule’a and Iosepa, and a dinner after the Hokule’a and six of her sister wa'a moored at the MCBH Marina. For the first time, Hawaii will host the FestPAC, which serves as a platform for cultural exchange, celebration of indigenous artistry, and the promotion of regional solidarity among Pacific nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Julian Elliott-Drouin)

Photo by Sgt. Julian Elliott-Drouin

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. David Waterfield, Jr., fire officer, Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, poses for a photo in front of the MCAS Kaneohe Bay fire station, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 18, 2024. Waterfield was recently named the 2023 Marine Corps Fire and Emergency Services Military Fire Officer of the Year. According to MARADMIN 182/24, winners were selected based on their resourcefulness, initiative, and selfless dedication to duty. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brandon Aultman)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. David Waterfield, Jr., fire officer, Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, poses for a photo in front of the MCAS Kaneohe Bay fire station, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 18, 2024. Waterfield was recently named the 2023 Marine Corps Fire and Emergency Services Military Fire Officer of the Year. According to MARADMIN 182/24, winners were selected based on their resourcefulness, initiative, and selfless dedication to duty. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brandon Aultman)

Photo by Sgt. Brandon Aultman

Students of Mokapu Elementary School search for different animal species during their field trip to the Nu’upia Ponds Wildlife Management Area, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 15, 2024. The purpose of the field trip was to educate students on the importance of stewardship over the Mokapu Peninsula and instill a sense of responsibility towards preserving the local environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker)

Students of Mokapu Elementary School search for different animal species during their field trip to the Nu’upia Ponds Wildlife Management Area, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 15, 2024. The purpose of the field trip was to educate students on the importance of stewardship over the Mokapu Peninsula and instill a sense of responsibility towards preserving the local environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker

Officer Davey Silva, a police officer with Marine Corps Base Hawaii Provost Marshals Office, congratulates a student during a Drug Abuse Resistance Education graduation ceremony at Mokapu Elementary, MCBH, April 5, 2024. Officers with MCBH PMO visited the school over the span of ten weeks to educate fifth-grade students on the harmful effects of drug and alcohol abuse through the D.A.R.E Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter Jones)

Officer Davey Silva, a police officer with Marine Corps Base Hawaii Provost Marshals Office, congratulates a student during a Drug Abuse Resistance Education graduation ceremony at Mokapu Elementary, MCBH, April 5, 2024. Officers with MCBH PMO visited the school over the span of ten weeks to educate fifth-grade students on the harmful effects of drug and alcohol abuse through the D.A.R.E Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter Jones)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter Jones

Charles Ronie, a contractor working with Marine Corps Base Hawaii’s Environmental Compliance and Protection Division, inspects a fire-prevention water cannon, MCBH, April 3, 2024. The water cannons, on MCBH’s Crater Range, are a series of remote-controlled devices designed to protect the Ulupa’u Head Wildlife Management Area from potential spot fires. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Daniel Chavez-Flores)

Charles Ronie, a contractor working with Marine Corps Base Hawaii’s Environmental Compliance and Protection Division, inspects a fire-prevention water cannon, MCBH, April 3, 2024. The water cannons, on MCBH’s Crater Range, are a series of remote-controlled devices designed to protect the Ulupa’u Head Wildlife Management Area from potential spot fires. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Daniel Chavez-Flores)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Chavez-Flores

A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 363, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares tacos for a customer during the 2024 Tacolympics, a cooking and fundraising event, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, May 3, 2024. The contest provided MCBH units an opportunity to compete and raise funds towards their unit Marine Corps Birthday Balls, while celebrating Hispanic culture and diversity. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero)

A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 363, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares tacos for a customer during the 2024 Tacolympics, a cooking and fundraising event, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, May 3, 2024. The contest provided MCBH units an opportunity to compete and raise funds towards their unit Marine Corps Birthday Balls, while celebrating Hispanic culture and diversity. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero

A child removes a dead tree branch during a Weed Warriors event at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 27, 2024. U.S. service members and civilians cleared invasive plants from Mokapu Central Drainage Channel to safeguard Nu’upia Ponds from further spread of harmful vegetation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brandon Aultman)

A child removes a dead tree branch during a Weed Warriors event at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 27, 2024. U.S. service members and civilians cleared invasive plants from Mokapu Central Drainage Channel to safeguard Nu’upia Ponds from further spread of harmful vegetation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brandon Aultman)

Photo by Sgt. Brandon Aultman

U.S. service members and civilians pose for a group photo after a volunteer recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 26, 2024. The ceremony recognized and honored individuals who demonstrated a sustained commitment to volunteer service over the course of the past year. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Julian Elliott-Drouin)

U.S. service members and civilians pose for a group photo after a volunteer recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 26, 2024. The ceremony recognized and honored individuals who demonstrated a sustained commitment to volunteer service over the course of the past year. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Julian Elliott-Drouin)

Photo by Sgt. Julian Elliott-Drouin

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