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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)

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)

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)

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)

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 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)

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)

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)

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. Marines Corps Lance Cpl. Jessica Shaw, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, performs sprints on an assault bike as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

U.S. Marines Corps Lance Cpl. Jessica Shaw, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, performs sprints on an assault bike as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marines Corps Cpl. Logan Bidrowsky, a native of Nebraska, and an assault amphibious vehicle / assault combat vehicle repairer/technician with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, performs sprints on an assault bike as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

U.S. Marines Corps Cpl. Logan Bidrowsky, a native of Nebraska, and an assault amphibious vehicle / assault combat vehicle repairer/technician with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, performs sprints on an assault bike as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, perform sprints on assault bikes as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, perform sprints on assault bikes as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Anderson Carpenter, a native of Colorado, and an intelligence officer with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, performs a bench-press as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Anderson Carpenter, a native of Colorado, and an intelligence officer with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, performs a bench-press as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar

Levi Hill, the strength and conditioning coach for the 2nd Marine Logistics Group Human Performance, briefs Marines on the workouts for their physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Levi Hill, the strength and conditioning coach for the 2nd Marine Logistics Group Human Performance, briefs Marines on the workouts for their physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jesus Rivera, a native of Belle Glade, Florida, and a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, performs box jumps as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jesus Rivera, a native of Belle Glade, Florida, and a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, performs box jumps as part of a physical training session during a 2nd MLG Human Performance Center 12-week training program on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2024. CLB-22 participated in the assessment to track progress and achieve an overall improvement in their Marines with programs focused on a Marine’s or Sailors’ physical, mental, social and spiritual health. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Christian Salazar

A member of the local community pays respect to the battle cross 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)

A member of the local community pays respect to the battle cross 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

Officers with the City of Jacksonville Police Department and U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools form a line 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)

Officers with the City of Jacksonville Police Department and U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools form a line 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 Pfc. Kenneth Colon, an administrative specialist with Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools, salutes a battle cross 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)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Kenneth Colon, an administrative specialist with Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools, salutes a battle cross 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

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)

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

The City of Jacksonville Fire Department color guard marches 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)

The City of Jacksonville Fire Department color guard marches 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

The City of Jacksonville Fire Department color guard stands in front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial 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)

The City of Jacksonville Fire Department color guard stands in front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial 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. 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)

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