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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kevin Pulido, an artillery electronics technician with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division attaches an electrical cable to an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kevin Pulido, an artillery electronics technician with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division attaches an electrical cable to an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

A U.S. Marine Corps AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar is deployed during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

A U.S. Marine Corps AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar is deployed during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

A U.S. Marine Corps AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar is deployed during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

A U.S. Marine Corps AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar is deployed during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ethan Richter, a field artillery radar operator with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division connects an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar cable to a power generator during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ethan Richter, a field artillery radar operator with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division connects an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar cable to a power generator during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

A U.S. Marine Corps AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar and Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement are staged during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

A U.S. Marine Corps AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar and Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement are staged during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

A U.S. Marine Corps AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar is deployed during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)

A U.S. Marine Corps AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar is deployed during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Saul Guerreroramos, an aviation radar technician with Marine Air Control Squadron 4, Marine Air Control Group 18, 1st Marine Air Wing connects an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar ground wire during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Saul Guerreroramos, an aviation radar technician with Marine Air Control Squadron 4, Marine Air Control Group 18, 1st Marine Air Wing connects an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar ground wire during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ethan Richter, a field artillery radar operator with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division hammers a AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar ground wire during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ethan Richter, a field artillery radar operator with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division hammers a AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar ground wire during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jonathan Mikita, a field artillery radar operator with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division guides an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar into position during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jonathan Mikita, a field artillery radar operator with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division guides an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar into position during exercise Resolute Dragon 24 at Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2024. The radar was deployed to support training with enhanced sensing and targeting data between 12th MLR and the JSDF during RD 24. This effort aims to enhance operational readiness in the region, underscoring the U.S. Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific through realistic training with innovative and proven technology. RD 24 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in the III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales

Lt. Col Frank J. Mastromauro

Lt. Col Frank J. Mastromauro

Photo by Eduardo Delatorre

SgtMaj Joshua J. Henderson

SgtMaj Joshua J. Henderson

Photo by Eduardo Delatorre

U.S. Marines and Sailors hike Mt. Suribachi at Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The service members had the opportunity to hike Mt. Suribachi during a PME, providing direct exposure to one of the most historic battle sites in Marine Corps History. The Marines and Sailors are with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment and 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

U.S. Marines and Sailors hike Mt. Suribachi at Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The service members had the opportunity to hike Mt. Suribachi during a PME, providing direct exposure to one of the most historic battle sites in Marine Corps History. The Marines and Sailors are with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment and 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Evelyn Doherty

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Julia Savitz is awarded the Fleet Marine Force pin at the top of Mt. Suribachi, Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The FMF pin signifies an achieved level of excellence and proficiency in Marine Corps operations and indicates a fundamental understanding of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and its components. Savitz, a native of Washington, is a medical officer with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Julia Savitz is awarded the Fleet Marine Force pin at the top of Mt. Suribachi, Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The FMF pin signifies an achieved level of excellence and proficiency in Marine Corps operations and indicates a fundamental understanding of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and its components. Savitz, a native of Washington, is a medical officer with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Evelyn Doherty

U.S. Marines and Sailors hike Mt. Suribachi at Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The service members had the opportunity to hike Mt. Suribachi during a PME, providing direct exposure to one of the most historic battle sites in Marine Corps History. The Marines and Sailors are with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment and 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

U.S. Marines and Sailors hike Mt. Suribachi at Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The service members had the opportunity to hike Mt. Suribachi during a PME, providing direct exposure to one of the most historic battle sites in Marine Corps History. The Marines and Sailors are with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment and 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Evelyn Doherty

This photo displays the landing beaches utilized by U.S. Marines during the Battle of Iwo Jima on present-day Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. U.S. Marines and Sailors 12th Marine Littoral Regiment had the opportunity to hike Mt. Suribachi during a PME, providing direct exposure to one of the most historic battle sites in Marine Corps History.

This photo displays the landing beaches utilized by U.S. Marines during the Battle of Iwo Jima on present-day Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. U.S. Marines and Sailors 12th Marine Littoral Regiment had the opportunity to hike Mt. Suribachi during a PME, providing direct exposure to one of the most historic battle sites in Marine Corps History.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Evelyn Doherty

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Julia Savitz is awarded the Fleet Marine Force pin at the top of Mt. Suribachi, Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The FMF pin signifies an achieved level of excellence and proficiency in Marine Corps operations and indicates a fundamental understanding of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and its components. Savitz is a medical officer with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Julia Savitz is awarded the Fleet Marine Force pin at the top of Mt. Suribachi, Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The FMF pin signifies an achieved level of excellence and proficiency in Marine Corps operations and indicates a fundamental understanding of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and its components. Savitz is a medical officer with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Evelyn Doherty

U.S. Marines and Navy Sailors leave behind mementos to honor the fallen service members of the Battle of Iwo Jima during a visit at Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The Marines and Sailors had the opportunity to hike Mt. Suribachi during a planned PME, providing direct exposure to one of the most historic battle sites in Marine Corps History. The Marines and Sailors are with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment and 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

U.S. Marines and Navy Sailors leave behind mementos to honor the fallen service members of the Battle of Iwo Jima during a visit at Iwo To, Japan, May 24, 2024. The Marines and Sailors had the opportunity to hike Mt. Suribachi during a planned PME, providing direct exposure to one of the most historic battle sites in Marine Corps History. The Marines and Sailors are with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment and 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Evelyn Doherty

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ismael Bamba is awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal during a ceremony on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, April 11, 2024. Bamba received the award for his heroic actions that saved the life of a Japanese national in Okinawa, Japan. The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is awarded to Marines and Sailors for meritorious service or acts of heroism. Bamba, a native of Ivory Coast, West Africa, is the sergeant major of 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ismael Bamba is awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal during a ceremony on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, April 11, 2024. Bamba received the award for his heroic actions that saved the life of a Japanese national in Okinawa, Japan. The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is awarded to Marines and Sailors for meritorious service or acts of heroism. Bamba, a native of Ivory Coast, West Africa, is the sergeant major of 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

Photo by Sgt. Alyssa Chuluda

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Brenden Kuhlmann poses for a photo on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, April 11, 2024. Kuhlmann was meritoriously promoted to staff sergeant for superior performance in his occupational specialty and as recognition of his ability to assume positions of greater authority and responsibility. Kuhlmann, a native of Alaska, is an artillery electronics technician with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Brenden Kuhlmann poses for a photo on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, April 11, 2024. Kuhlmann was meritoriously promoted to staff sergeant for superior performance in his occupational specialty and as recognition of his ability to assume positions of greater authority and responsibility. Kuhlmann, a native of Alaska, is an artillery electronics technician with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division.

Photo by Sgt. Alyssa Chuluda

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Stephen Liszewski, left, places the Honorable Order of St. Barbara around the neck of Sgt. Maj. Ismael Bamba, middle, during the St. Barbara’s Day ceremony on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, April 11, 2024. The St. Barbara’s day celebration is commemorated across artillery regiments in the armed forces to honor St. Barbara, the patron saint of artillerymen. The Honorable Order of Saint Barbara is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated the highest standards of integrity and moral character, displayed an outstanding degree of professional competence and served the Artillery with selflessness. Liszewski, a native of Maryland, is the commanding general of Marine Corps Installation Pacific. Bamba, a native of Ivory Coast, West Africa, is the sergeant major of the 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Davin Tenbusch)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Stephen Liszewski, left, places the Honorable Order of St. Barbara around the neck of Sgt. Maj. Ismael Bamba, middle, during the St. Barbara’s Day ceremony on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, April 11, 2024. The St. Barbara’s day celebration is commemorated across artillery regiments in the armed forces to honor St. Barbara, the patron saint of artillerymen. The Honorable Order of Saint Barbara is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated the highest standards of integrity and moral character, displayed an outstanding degree of professional competence and served the Artillery with selflessness. Liszewski, a native of Maryland, is the commanding general of Marine Corps Installation Pacific. Bamba, a native of Ivory Coast, West Africa, is the sergeant major of the 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Davin Tenbusch)

Photo by Cpl. Davin Tenbusch

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