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A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), fires at his target during a live-fire range aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 27, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility operating in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), fires at his target during a live-fire range aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 27, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility operating in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct speed magazine reloads during a live-fire range aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 27, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility operating in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct speed magazine reloads during a live-fire range aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 27, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility operating in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), fire their rifles while moving during a live-fire range aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 27, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility operating in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), fire their rifles while moving during a live-fire range aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, June 27, 2024. The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group-24th MEU (SOC) is conducting operations in U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations to support high-end warfighting exercises while demonstrating speed and agility operating in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, center right, commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson, outgoing commanding officer of 2nd DSB, bow their heads with family and guests while an invocation is given 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, center right, commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and Lt. Col. Bethany Peterson, outgoing commanding officer of 2nd DSB, bow their heads with family and guests while an invocation is given 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. Bethany Peterson, left, outgoing commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, speaks to Marines and Sailors 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. Bethany Peterson, left, outgoing commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, speaks to Marines and Sailors 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. Col. Bethany Peterson, left, outgoing commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, incoming commanding officer of 2nd DSB, listen to Col. Ginger Beals (not shown), commanding officer, CLR 2, 2nd MLG, 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. Bethany Peterson, left, outgoing commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, incoming commanding officer of 2nd DSB, listen to Col. Ginger Beals (not shown), commanding officer, CLR 2, 2nd MLG, 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. Bethany Peterson, left, outgoing commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, passes the battalion colors to Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, incoming 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. Bethany Peterson, left, outgoing commanding officer, 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, passes the battalion colors to Lt. Col. Jon Peterson, incoming 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 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