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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jeremy Bland, with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, presents the battalion colors to Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jeremy Bland, with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, presents the battalion colors to Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jeremy Bland, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, delivers the battalion colors during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jeremy Bland, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, delivers the battalion colors during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Logistics Group, render a salute for the National Anthem during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Logistics Group, render a salute for the National Anthem during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marines with the color guard for 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, march the battalion colors during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marines with the color guard for 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, march the battalion colors during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, left, commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, accepts a microphone from Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson, outgoing commanding officer of 2nd DSB, during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, left, commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, accepts a microphone from Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson, outgoing commanding officer of 2nd DSB, during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 27, 2024. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson relinquished command of 2nd DSB to her husband Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, after serving two years as the battalion’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. David A. Ottignon, the commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force, meets with 98-year-old U.S. Marine Corps veteran Charles “Chester” Clapper during a celebration in Clapper’s honor at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 12, 2024. Clapper, whose life goal was to enjoy a beer with a U.S. Marine Corps General, was drafted into military service in 1943 and served as a flame thrower during the Battle of Iwo Jima, being one of seven surviving members of his company following the battle. One of Clapper’s life goals was to enjoy a beer with a U.S. Marine Corps General. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Noah Seal)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. David A. Ottignon, the commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force, meets with 98-year-old U.S. Marine Corps veteran Charles “Chester” Clapper during a celebration in Clapper’s honor at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 12, 2024. Clapper, whose life goal was to enjoy a beer with a U.S. Marine Corps General, was drafted into military service in 1943 and served as a flame thrower during the Battle of Iwo Jima, being one of seven surviving members of his company following the battle. One of Clapper’s life goals was to enjoy a beer with a U.S. Marine Corps General. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Noah Seal)

Photo by Cpl. Noah Seal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Glenn Berdella, left, a communications officer with II Marine Expeditionary Force, briefs equipment specifications to Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Glenn Berdella, left, a communications officer with II Marine Expeditionary Force, briefs equipment specifications to Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Kyle Fayette, center, an electromagnetic spectrum manager with 2nd Marine Logistics Group, briefs Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., right, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Kyle Fayette, center, an electromagnetic spectrum manager with 2nd Marine Logistics Group, briefs Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., right, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., left, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks with Brig. Gen. Michael E. McWilliams, commanding general, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., left, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks with Brig. Gen. Michael E. McWilliams, commanding general, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., center, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks with Marines and Sailors of 2nd Marine Logistics Group, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., center, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks with Marines and Sailors of 2nd Marine Logistics Group, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Bryan Bergman, center, assistant chief of staff of communications, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, gives a brief to Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., right, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Bryan Bergman, center, assistant chief of staff of communications, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, gives a brief to Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., right, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., center, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, receives a brief on 2nd Marine Logistics Group electromagnetic spectrum capabilities, during a showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., center, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, receives a brief on 2nd Marine Logistics Group electromagnetic spectrum capabilities, during a showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Glenn Berdella, left, a communications officer with II Marine Expeditionary Force, briefs equipment specifications to Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., right, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Glenn Berdella, left, a communications officer with II Marine Expeditionary Force, briefs equipment specifications to Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., right, deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Michael E. McWilliams, right, commanding general, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, greets Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Michael E. McWilliams, right, commanding general, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, greets Lt. Gen. James W. Bierman, Jr., deputy commandant of Plans Policies and Operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, during a capabilities showcase on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 13, 2024. Bierman visited II Marine Expeditionary Force to view capabilities as they relate to PP&O’s responsibilities of developing and executing plans related to the structure, deployment and employment of Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica J. Mazzamuto)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Mazzamuto

A Vacation Bible School (VBS) student participates in a group prayer at the Protestant Chapel on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 29, 2023. VBS is the largest event for children that the United States Navy Chaplain Corps sponsors each year in support of military families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jorge Borjas)

A Vacation Bible School (VBS) student participates in a group prayer at the Protestant Chapel on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 29, 2023. VBS is the largest event for children that the United States Navy Chaplain Corps sponsors each year in support of military families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jorge Borjas)

Photo by LCpl. Jorge Borjas

Edwin Dillard, operations officer, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune conducts an exercise brief at the Emergency Operations Center during the annual Destructive Weather Exercise (DWX) on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2024. MCB Camp Lejeune held the DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

Edwin Dillard, operations officer, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune conducts an exercise brief at the Emergency Operations Center during the annual Destructive Weather Exercise (DWX) on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2024. MCB Camp Lejeune held the DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

Photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres

John Reeve, director of operations and planning, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCIEAST-MCB) Camp Lejeune, speaks with U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ryan A. Gnecco, sergeant major, MCIEAST-MCB Camp Lejeune, during the annual Destructive Weather Exercise (DWX) brief on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2024. MCB Camp Lejeune held the DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

John Reeve, director of operations and planning, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCIEAST-MCB) Camp Lejeune, speaks with U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ryan A. Gnecco, sergeant major, MCIEAST-MCB Camp Lejeune, during the annual Destructive Weather Exercise (DWX) brief on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2024. MCB Camp Lejeune held the DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

Photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Ralph J. Rizzo, Jr., acting commander, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune speaks during the annual Destructive Weather Exercise (DWX) brief on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2024. MCB Camp Lejeune held the DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Ralph J. Rizzo, Jr., acting commander, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune speaks during the annual Destructive Weather Exercise (DWX) brief on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2024. MCB Camp Lejeune held the DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

Photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres

Edwin Dillard, operations officer, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, conducts an exercise brief at the Emergency Operations Center during the annual Destructive Weather Exercise (DWX) on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2024. MCB Camp Lejeune held the DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

Edwin Dillard, operations officer, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, conducts an exercise brief at the Emergency Operations Center during the annual Destructive Weather Exercise (DWX) on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2024. MCB Camp Lejeune held the DWX to test the base’s emergency response capabilities in order to promote flexibility and readiness during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres)

Photo by Cpl. Daniela Chicas Torres

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Ralph J. Rizzo, Jr., acting commander, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCIEAST-MCB) Camp Lejeune speaks during the MCIEAST-MCB Camp Lejeune relinquishment of command ceremony on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 24, 2024. The relinquishment of command ceremony represents the transfer of responsibility, authority and accountability from the outgoing commanding general to the incoming acting commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jorge Borjas)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Ralph J. Rizzo, Jr., acting commander, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base (MCIEAST-MCB) Camp Lejeune speaks during the MCIEAST-MCB Camp Lejeune relinquishment of command ceremony on MCB Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 24, 2024. The relinquishment of command ceremony represents the transfer of responsibility, authority and accountability from the outgoing commanding general to the incoming acting commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jorge Borjas)

Photo by Cpl. Jorge Borjas