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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. David Polak, a fire support Marine with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and UK Commandos from 148 Commando Forward Observation Battery, 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery, part of the United Kingdom Commando Force (UKCF), post security during an infantry immersion trainer as part of exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out faces)

Photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Daniel Josephson, left, an artillery officer with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and UK Commandos from 148 Commando Forward Observation Battery, 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery, part of the United Kingdom Commando Force (UKCF) post security during an infantry immersion trainer as part of exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore)

Photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Daniel Josephson, center, an artillery officer with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and UK Commandos from 148 Commando Forward Observation Battery, 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery, part of the United Kingdom Commando Force (UKCF), post security during an infantry immersion trainer as part of exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out a face)

Photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Daniel Josephson, an artillery officer with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and UK Commandos from 148 Commando Forward Observation Battery, 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery, part of the United Kingdom Commando Force (UKCF) post security during an infantry immersion trainer as part of exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out faces)

Photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. David Polak, left, a fire support Marine with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and a United Kingdom Royal Marine with the UK Commandos from 148 Commando Forward Observation Battery, 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery, part of the United Kingdom Commando Force (UKCF, enter a simulated town during an infantry immersion trainer as part of exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out a face)

Photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marines with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and UK Commandos from 148 Commando Forward Observation Battery, 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery, part of the United Kingdom Commando Force (UKCF) prepare to breach an entryway during an infantry immersion trainer as part of exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out faces)

Photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore

Members of the local community hold photos of victims of the Sept. 11 attacks to be recognized during the 2024 Patriot Day Observance ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. The observance ceremony is held annually in remembrance of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks and is a tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

Photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Daniel Josephson, right, an artillery officer with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and a UK Commandos from 148 Commando Forward Observation Battery, 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery, part of the United Kingdom Commando Force (UKCF) provide fire support during an infantry immersion trainer as part of exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out a face.)

Photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marines with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and UK Commandos from 148 Commando Forward Observation Battery, 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery, part of the United Kingdom Commando Force (UKCF) post security during an infantry immersion trainer as part of exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 10, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out faces)

Photo by Cpl. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier jets with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) arrive in Paphos, Cyprus ahead of scheduled bilateral training with the Republic of Cyprus National Guard, September 9, 2024. The training, set to take place from September to early November, was coordinated with the Government of the Republic of Cyprus and the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia. The 24th MEU (SOC) and Wasp Amphibious Ready Group are on a scheduled deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations to support U.S., Allied, and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Routine training exercises ensure that we, alongside our Allies and partners, are always prepared to respond rapidly and effectively to any mission. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Staff Sgt. Ryan Sammet)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Sammet

U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier jets with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) arrive in Paphos, Cyprus ahead of scheduled bilateral training with the Republic of Cyprus National Guard, September 9, 2024. The training, set to take place from September to early November, was coordinated with the Government of the Republic of Cyprus and the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia. The 24th MEU (SOC) and Wasp Amphibious Ready Group are on a scheduled deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations to support U.S., Allied, and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Routine training exercises ensure that we, alongside our Allies and partners, are always prepared to respond rapidly and effectively to any mission. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Staff Sgt. Ryan Sammet)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Sammet

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) arrive in Paphos, Cyprus ahead of scheduled bilateral training with the Republic of Cyprus National Guard, September 9, 2024.The training, set to take place from September to early November, was coordinated with the Government of the Republic of Cyprus and the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia. The 24th MEU (SOC) and Wasp Amphibious Ready Group are on a scheduled deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations to support U.S., Allied, and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Routine training exercises ensure that we, alongside our Allies and partners, are always prepared to respond rapidly and effectively to any mission. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Staff Sgt. Ryan Sammet)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Sammet

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Brendan Smith, right, joint terminal attack controller with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, teaches how to operate the JTAC virtual trainer to NATO allied service members participating in exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 5, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Brendan Smith, right, joint terminal attack controller with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, teaches how to operate the JTAC virtual trainer to NATO allied service members participating in exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 5, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis

NATO allied service members plot points on a map during exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 5, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Brendan Smith, right, joint terminal attack controller with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, teaches how to operate the JTAC virtual trainer to NATO allied service members participating in exercise Burmese Chase 24 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 5, 2024. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral exercise that includes training on integration of ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Geoff Laney, an instructor with Marine Corps Engineer School, Training Command, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, conducts an overhead log press at his home gym in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Aug. 31, 2024. Laney, North Carolina's Strongest Man, has claimed victory in seven Strongman competitions, set seven world records, and competed at regional, state, and national levels across the U.S. and in Okinawa, Japan, all while passionately advocating for Marines to take an active role in their personal physical training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Loriann Dauscher)

Photo by Cpl. Loriann Dauscher

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, Provost Marshal’s Office (PMO), Headquarters and Support Battalion, clear a hallway during an emergency response drill on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 27, 2024. The drill was designed to test various aspects of the installation emergency managers, Fire and Emergency Services Division and PMO’s emergency security procedures to increase emergency response efforts and security capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Yasmine De La Rosa)

Photo by Cpl. Yasmine De La Rosa

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, Provost Marshal’s Office (PMO), Headquarters and Support Battalion, clear a hallway during an emergency response drill on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 27, 2024. The drill was designed to test various aspects of the installation emergency managers, Fire and Emergency Services Division and PMO’s emergency security procedures to increase emergency response efforts and security capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Yasmine De La Rosa)

Photo by Cpl. Yasmine De La Rosa

A U.S. Marine with the Special Reaction Team, Provost Marshal’s Office (PMO), Headquarters and Support Battalion, clears a hallway during an emergency response drill on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 27, 2024. The drill effectively demonstrated a joint interoperability capability between first responders, emergency managers and support personnel in the event of an emergency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Yasmine De La Rosa)

Photo by Cpl. Yasmine De La Rosa