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Distinguished guests including U.S. Ambassador to Nepal Randy Berry, the U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Manuel Micaller Jr., Nepalese Chief of Army Staff Gen. Prabhu Ram Sharma, Nepalese Assistant Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Saroj Pratap Rana, and the Commanding General of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Kyle B. Ellison attend the seven-year anniversary memorial ceremony for those lost in Operation Sahayogi Haat, the U.S. response to the April 25, 2015, 7.8-magnitude Nepal earthquake. “All those service members deployed to Nepal were selfless individuals dedicated to the international humanitarian aid mission they embarked upon,” said Ellison. “We stood by Nepal then, and continue to stand by Nepal today.” During the operation, the 900 US service members comprising Joint Task Force 505 led by the 3D MEB, executed 22 missions and distributed over 113 short tons of aid to remote, inaccessible villages. Additionally, military aircraft transported 550 response personnel and other civilians, including 63 injured Nepali citizens to hospitals for lifesaving care. - Distinguished guests including U.S. Ambassador to Nepal Randy Berry, the U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Manuel Micaller Jr., Nepalese Chief of Army Staff Gen. Prabhu Ram Sharma, Nepalese Assistant Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Saroj Pratap Rana, and the Commanding General of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Kyle B. Ellison attend the seven-year anniversary memorial ceremony for those lost in Operation Sahayogi Haat, the U.S. response to the April 25, 2015, 7.8-magnitude Nepal earthquake. “All those service members deployed to Nepal were selfless individuals dedicated to the international humanitarian aid mission they embarked upon,” said Ellison. “We stood by Nepal then, and continue to stand by Nepal today.” During the operation, the 900 US service members comprising Joint Task Force 505 led by the 3D MEB, executed 22 missions and distributed over 113 short tons of aid to remote, inaccessible villages. Additionally, military aircraft transported 550 response personnel and other civilians, including 63 injured Nepali citizens to hospitals for lifesaving care.

Operation Sahayogi Haat Seven-Year Anniversary Honored in Nepal

On May 12, 2022, the U.S. Embassy Kathmandu, Nepal, held a memorial event honoring those lost seven years ago during Operation Sahayogi Haat, the U.S. response to the April 25, 2015, 7.8-magnitude earthquake which struck Nepal. Attending the event were the U.S. Ambassador to Nepal Randy Berry, the U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Manuel Micaller Jr., Nepalese Chief of Army Staff Gen. Prabhu Ram Sharma, Nepalese Assistant Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Saroj Pratap Rana, and the Commanding General of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Kyle B. Ellison.

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The U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel, Marines of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade and U.S. Embassy Tokyo, along with family members and survivors of the 3.11.11 Great East Japan Earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster visit a memorial in Oshima dedicated to the relationship between the residents of the island and the U.S. Marine Corps in Kesennuma, Oshima, Japan March 11, 2022. The visit marked the 11-year anniversary of the disaster and subsequent relief response Operation Tomodachi. (Courtesy photo by U.S. StateDept. photographer) - The U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel, Marines of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade and U.S. Embassy Tokyo, along with family members and survivors of the 3.11.11 Great East Japan Earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster visit a memorial in Oshima dedicated to the relationship between the residents of the island and the U.S. Marine Corps in Kesennuma, Oshima, Japan March 11, 2022. The visit marked the 11-year anniversary of the disaster and subsequent relief response Operation Tomodachi. (Courtesy photo by U.S. State Dept. photographer)

Ambassador to Japan visits Oshima Islanders and Marines to Commemorate 3.11

OSHIMA ISLAND, Kesennuma, Japan - The U.S. Ambassador to Japan marked the 11-year anniversary of the March 11, 2011 disaster in Northeast Japan with a visit to the island of Oshima, meeting U.S. Marines and islanders united by Operation Tomodachi.

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Ships of the America and Essex Amphibious Ready Groups, and Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3, sail in formation with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force during exercise Noble Fusion, led by Combined Task Force 79 (3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade) and CTF 76. Front row: Landing craft, utility from USS Essex (LHD 2). Second row, left to right: USS America (LHA 6), USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Essex. Third row, left to right: USS Dewey (DDG 105), JS Kongō (DDG 173), USS Mobile Bay (CG 53), USS Spruance (DDG 111). Back row, left to right: USS Ashland (LSD 48), USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5). Noble Fusion highlights that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, as well as other joint force elements and allies, in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for US, partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training throughout the year, in the Indo-Pacific, to maintain readiness. (U.S. Navy photo) - Ships of the America and Essex Amphibious Ready Groups, and Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3, sail in formation with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force during exercise Noble Fusion, led by Combined Task Force 79 (3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade) and CTF 76. Front row: Landing craft, utility from USS Essex (LHD 2). Second row, left to right: USS America (LHA 6), USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Essex. Third row, left to right: USS Dewey (DDG 105), JS Kongō (DDG 173), USS Mobile Bay (CG 53), USS Spruance (DDG 111). Back row, left to right: USS Ashland (LSD 48), USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5). Noble Fusion highlights that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, as well as other joint force elements and allies, in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for US, partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training throughout the year, in the Indo-Pacific, to maintain readiness. (U.S. Navy photo)

CTF-76/79 Highlights Joint and Allied Naval Expeditionary Force Capabilities during Noble Fusion

OKINAWA, Japan - Two Amphibious Ready Groups with embarked Marine Expeditionary Units along with a Carrier Strike Group, operated together in the Indo-Pacific during Exercise Noble Fusion 3-7 February 2022. The exercise, led by Combined Task Force 76/79, ranged from the Luzon Strait to the Miyako Strait and the East China Sea, encompassing a wide swath of the First Island Chain, including littoral areas in the vicinity of Okinawa.

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 6, 2022) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Shelby Mann, from Udall, Kan., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), signals a CH-47J Chinook helicopter from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force to take off from the ship’s flight deck during Exercise Noble Fusion. Noble Fusion demonstrates that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, as well as other joint force elements and allies, in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for U.S., partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training throughout the year, in the Indo-Pacific, to maintain readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vincent E. Zline) - PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 6, 2022) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Shelby Mann, from Udall, Kan., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), signals a CH-47J Chinook helicopter from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force to take off from the ship’s flight deck during Exercise Noble Fusion. Noble Fusion demonstrates that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, as well as other joint force elements and allies, in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for U.S., partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training throughout the year, in the Indo-Pacific, to maintain readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vincent E. Zline)

U.S. Forces, JGSDF dominate air, land and sea during Exercise Noble Fusion

EAST CHINA SEA- Multiple elements of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force continue to operate in the vicinity of Okinawa during Exercise Noble Fusion, alongside the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) on Feb. 6, 2022. The Noble Fusion team worked together to conduct aircraft refueling, both on the ground and in the air during day and night. Additionally, the team worked with allied helicopters, came ashore in small boats, conducted an aerial night strike and established a simulated Expeditionary Advance Base (EAB) in a secluded coastal area of Okinawa. The day’s events were accomplished under the direction of Combined Task Force (CTF) 79 and CTF-76.

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A U.S. Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), cuts into a makeshift wall using a power saw aboard the USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5) to begin a Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) mission during operation Noble Fusion in the Philippine Sea, Feb. 5, 2022. VBSS training reinforces the Marine Corps’ presence within ocean waters by having a team at the ready to act in a moment’s notice. Noble Fusion demonstrates that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, joint forces and allies in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for US, partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training throughout the year, in the Indo-Pacific, to maintain readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cesar Ronaldo Alarcon) - A U.S. Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), cuts into a makeshift wall using a power saw aboard the USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5) to begin a Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) mission during operation Noble Fusion in the Philippine Sea, Feb. 5, 2022. VBSS training reinforces the Marine Corps’ presence within ocean waters by having a team at the ready to act in a moment’s notice. Noble Fusion demonstrates that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, joint forces and allies in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for US, partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training throughout the year, in the Indo-Pacific, to maintain readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cesar Ronaldo Alarcon)

31st Marine Expeditionary Unit seizes USS Miguel Keith during Visit Board, Search and Seizure Operations in support of exercise Noble Fusion

EAST CHINA SEA – Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), embarked aboard the USS America (LHA 6), conducted visit board, search and seizure (VBSS) training aboard the USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5) as part of Exercise Noble Fusion, Feb. 5, 2022.

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 7, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails in formation during exercise Noble Fusion. Ships of the America and Essex Amphibious Ready Groups and the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, alongside the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, participate in exercise Noble Fusion. Noble Fusion highlights that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, as well as other joint force movement, and create advantage for U.S., partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training throughout the year, in the Indo-Pacific, to maintain readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Thaddeus Berry) - PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 7, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails in formation during exercise Noble Fusion. Ships of the America and Essex Amphibious Ready Groups and the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, alongside the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, participate in exercise Noble Fusion. Noble Fusion highlights that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, as well as other joint force movement, and create advantage for U.S., partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training throughout the year, in the Indo-Pacific, to maintain readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Thaddeus Berry)

Naval Expeditionary Forces conduct simulated strikes during Noble Fusion

PHILIPPINE SEA – Aircraft from USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Task Force 76, Marines operating from a simulated expeditionary advanced base (EAB), and JMSDF Sailors aboard JS Kongō, participated in simulated strike procedures to practice integrated fires capabilities.

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U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Madison Hamby, an air support control officer with Marine Corps Air Support Squadron (MASS) 2, @1stmaw_marines is currently reinforcing 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade’s (MEB) exercise Yama Sakura 81. Hamby works in the air coordination cell where her primary function is to source aircraft to support logistics, casualty evacuation, and close air support. - U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Madison Hamby, an air support control officer with Marine Corps Air Support Squadron (MASS) 2, @1stmaw_marines is currently reinforcing 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade’s (MEB) exercise Yama Sakura 81. Hamby works in the air coordination cell where her primary function is to source aircraft to support logistics, casualty evacuation, and close air support. "There is a huge learning curve when it comes to this exercise," Hamby said. "It requires a higher level of thinking than usual, and you get to learn about the different joint forces and agencies involved.” Hamby, a native of Purlear, NC, has only been stationed in Okinawa for two months but has already found herself to be an important asset for Yama Sakura (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl Cameron Carawan).

Fly Now, Fight Now - 1st MAW Marines reinforce 3D MEB for Yama Sakura 81

OKINAWA, Japan – U.S. Marines from 1st Marine Air Wing reinforced the 3D Marine Expeditionary Brigade during Yama Sakura 81 with Marines and Sailors from other elements of III Marine Expeditionary Force as well as Japanese soldiers from Japan Ground Self-Defense Force’s Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade, and U.S. soldiers from the 5th Security Force Assistance Brigade Dec. 7 to Dec. 12, 2021 at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan.

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Okinawa, Japan – The 3D Marine Expeditionary Brigade and the Japan Ground Self Defense Force’s Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade wrapped up Yama Sakura 81in multiple locations Dec. 12, 2021. Yama Sakura is an annual training exercise that focuses on the defense of Japan with bilateral planning, coordination, and interoperability between the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force and U.S. military units, including 3d MEB and the U.S. Army’s I Corps. The exercise highlights the continued commitment by both the United States and Japan to enhance American and Japanese combat readiness and integration while strengthening bilateral relationships. - Okinawa, Japan – The 3D Marine Expeditionary Brigade and the Japan Ground Self Defense Force’s Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade wrapped up Yama Sakura 81in multiple locations Dec. 12, 2021. Yama Sakura is an annual training exercise that focuses on the defense of Japan with bilateral planning, coordination, and interoperability between the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force and U.S. military units, including 3d MEB and the U.S. Army’s I Corps. The exercise highlights the continued commitment by both the United States and Japan to enhance American and Japanese combat readiness and integration while strengthening bilateral relationships.

Bilateral Brilliance - 3D MEB and ARDB wrap up Yama Sakura 81

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U.S. Marine Cpl. Brendan Terrible (foreground), a radio operator, and Lance Cpl. Levii Khalfaoui McLeod, (background), a data systems administrator with 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, adjust a horizontal dipole field expedient antenna while reinforcing 3D Marine Expeditionary Brigade during exercise Yama Sakura 81 on Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan Dec. 10, 2021. Yama Sakura 81 is the largest joint and bilateral command post exercise (CPX) co-sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC) and the JGSDF designed to increase joint force lethality, enhance design and posture, and strengthen alliances and partnerships (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sergeant Andrew Ochoa). - U.S. Marine Cpl. Brendan Terrible (foreground), a radio operator, and Lance Cpl. Levii Khalfaoui McLeod, (background), a data systems administrator with 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, adjust a horizontal dipole field expedient antenna while reinforcing 3D Marine Expeditionary Brigade during exercise Yama Sakura 81 on Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan Dec. 10, 2021. Yama Sakura 81 is the largest joint and bilateral command post exercise (CPX) co-sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC) and the JGSDF designed to increase joint force lethality, enhance design and posture, and strengthen alliances and partnerships (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sergeant Andrew Ochoa).

Marines from 7th Communication Battalion first in, last out for Yama Sakura 81

OKINAWA, Japan – U.S. Marines from 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, reinforced Marines and Sailors of the 3D Marine Expeditionary Brigade during Exercise Yama Sakura 81 as well as soldiers from Japan Ground Self-Defense Force’s Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade, Dec. 7 to Dec. 12, 2021 at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan.

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Japan’s Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade joins the 3D MEB for Yama Sakura 81

OKINAWA, Japan – The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force’s Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade is taking part in Exercise Yama Sakura 81 alongside 3D Marine Expeditionary Brigade, at Camp Ainoura, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan.

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Battery F returns from CATC Camp Fuji [Image 1 of 3]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 03:09:35 -0400

Marines with Battery F fire an M777A2 155 mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire training evolution at the East Fuji Maneuver Area by Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji Oct. 2 during Artillery Relocation Training Program 13-3. “It’s our job to provide fire support from miles away, eliminating the threats to our troops and helping accomplish the mission,” said Cpl. Matthew J. Jackson. Jackson is a field artillery cannoneer assigned to Battery F, 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, which is currently assigned to 3rd Bn., 12th Marines, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, as part of the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Henry J. Antenor/Released)

Battery F returns from CATC Camp Fuji

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 02:45:50 -0400

Marines and sailors with Battery F returned to Camp Hansen Oct. 17 after completing training at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji in support of Artillery Relocation Training Program 13-3.

Battery F returns from CATC Camp Fuji [Image 3 of 3]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 02:44:27 -0400

he An impact zone was is struck during a live- fire exercise with Battery F aArtillery Marines at the East Fuji Maneuver Area by Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji Oct. 2 during Artillery Relocation Training Program 13-3. The Marines used fired an M777A2 155 mm lightweight howitzer and fired using high- explosive rounds. The Marines in Battery F are assigned with to 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, which is currently assigned to 3rd Bn., 12th Marines, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, as part of the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Photo by Lance Cpl. Henry J. Antenor/Released)

Battery F returns from CATC Camp Fuji [Image 2 of 3]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 02:43:29 -0400

Lance Cpl. Gabriel Alcantar prepares to load the a 155 mm high explosive round into the M77A2 155 mm lightweight howitzer at the East Fuji Maneuver Area by Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji Oct. 2 during Artillery Relocation Training Program 13-3. Alcantar prepared the ammunition, made sure the fuses were for the correct round, and verified it with the section chief. Alcantar is a field artillery cannoneer assigned towith 2nd Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, which is currently assigned to 3rd Bn., 12th Marines, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, as part of the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Photo by Lance Cpl. Henry J. Antenor/Released)

Service members visit battle sites throughout Okinawa

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 02:20:12 -0400

As service members and civilians crawled through an Imperial Japanese Army bunker from World War II, looking out through a gun port that controlled commanding fields of fire almost 70 years ago, the reality of the Battle of Okinawa began to dawn on them.

Walk to Remember brings families, service members together

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 02:19:12 -0400

Service members, their families and civilians attended the Walk to Remember tribute at the Camp Lester Chapel Oct. 19 in honor of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

Service members visit battle sites throughout Okinawa [Image 3 of 3]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 02:16:55 -0400

A bouquet of flowers lies on a wall honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Battle of Okinawa at the Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Park during a battle site tour Oct. 20. Service members and status of forces agreement personnel were given an opportunity to tour the park. The tour, sponsored by Marine Corps Community Services Okinawa, included stops at Kakazu Ridge, the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display, the Okinawa Peace Memorial Museum and the Former Japanese Naval Underground Headquarters. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/Released)

Walk to Remember brings families, service members together [Image 2 of 3]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 02:16:38 -0400

Service members, their families and civilians release balloons and watch them float into the sky Oct. 19 during a Walk to Remember tribute event at Sunset Beach. The tribute was held in honor of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month established by President Ronald Reagan in 1988. The service members are with various units on Okinawa including III Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Corps Installations Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/ Released)

Walk to Remember brings families, service members together [Image 1 of 3]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 02:16:17 -0400

Balloons are released Oct. 19 by service members, their families and civilians during the Walk to Remember tribute at Sunset Beach, Ginowan City, Okinawa. The tribute was held in honor of deceased loved ones and to recognize National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. The service members are with various units on Okinawa, including III Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Corps Installations Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brian A. Marion/Released)

Competition builds friendships at Tai Chu En Children’s Home

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:53:00 -0400

Oftentimes, those involved in athletics create a bond with their teammates that transcends sports itself. That distinctive bond was established between the residents and staff of the Tai Chu En Children’s Home and service members during a recent Sports Day celebration.

Competition builds friendships at Tai Chu En Children’s Home [Image 4 of 4]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:51:43 -0400

Residents of Tai Chu En Children’s Home compete in a race Oct. 14 at the home in Itoman City, Okinawa. The race was one event during a celebration of Sports Day. Sports Day is a national holiday in Japan held annually on the second Monday in October. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Anthony Kirby/Released)

Competition builds friendships at Tai Chu En Children’s Home [Image 3 of 4]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:51:29 -0400

U.S. Marine Capt. Sean Cunningham, center, and Lt. Cmdr. Harvey C. Macklin, left, compete in Oodama-Korogashi, a giant ball-rolling race, Oct. 14 at the Tai Chu En Children’s Home in Itoman City, Okinawa, as part of the home’s celebration of Sports Day. Participants had to roll the ball to a designated spot before returning to the starting point. Cunningham is the commanding officer of Headquarters Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 35, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force, and Macklin is the CLR-35 chaplain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Anthony Kirby/Released)

Competition builds friendships at Tai Chu En Children’s Home [Image 2 of 4]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:51:13 -0400

Marines participate in Shogaibutsu Kyoso, an obstacle course, Oct. 14 at the Tai Chu En Children’s Home in Itoman City, Okinawa, as part of the home’s celebration of Sports Day. The Marines are with CLR-35, 3rd MLG, III MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Anthony Kirby/Released)

Competition builds friendships at Tai Chu En Children’s Home [Image 1 of 4]

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:50:55 -0400

Marines compete in a centipede race Oct. 14 against staff and residents of the Tai Chu En Children’s Home in Itoman City, Japan, as part of the home’s celebration of Sports Day. The race required a team of four people to run to a designated spot and return to the starting point while being tied together at the ankles. The Marines are with Combat Logistics Regiment 35, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Anthony J. Kirby/Released)

3rd MLG hosts 4th annual Children’s Marine Corps Ball

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:40:27 -0400

Service members and their families gathered at the Butler Officers’ Club on Camp Foster Oct. 15 for the 4th annual Children’s Marine Corps Birthday Ball.

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:21:32 -0400

Islandwide exercise tests disaster response; Battery F returns from CATC Camp Fuji; Walk to Remember brings families, service members together

Marines, JGSDF push through weather during final exercise

Thu, 24 Oct 2013 22:25:01 -0400

The scene of Marines applying camouflage face paint while preparing for a mission is portrayed in Hollywood movies repeatedly.

Service members, families watch bouting bulls in Uruma City

Thu, 24 Oct 2013 22:21:52 -0400

The sound of roaring spectators resonates throughout the arena as two behemoths clash in a duel of butting heads and brute strength.

Islandwide exercise tests disaster response

Thu, 24 Oct 2013 22:14:29 -0400

Exercise Constant Vigilance 2013 took place Oct. 21–25 throughout Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler.

Philippine, U.S. Marines exchange martial arts knowledge at PHIBLEX 14

Sun, 20 Oct 2013 10:20:07 -0400

"When in the field an understanding of hand-to-hand combat is an essential tool for survival and can mean the difference between life and death," said U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Abraham P. Webb, a platoon commander with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. "If you run out of ammunition or lose your weapon you still have the ability to use your surroundings and your own body to fight and survive." U.S. and Philippine Marines shared martial arts skills at Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui, San Antonio, Zambales, Republic of the Philippines Oct. 8 during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014.

U.S. Navy corpsman share capabilities with Philippine counterparts

Sun, 20 Oct 2013 10:18:48 -0400

Medical personnel are an important part of a combat unit, and in order to accomplish their mission it is necessary to understand the equipment at their disposal.

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Thu, 17 Oct 2013 20:38:45 -0400

CFC-0 participation encouraged; Service members, Okinawa residents participate in Naha Tug-of-War; Philippine forces, Marines complete PHIBLEX 2014

Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014 Closing Ceremony

Thu, 17 Oct 2013 05:24:27 -0400

Philippine service members and U.S. Marines and sailors with the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade, III Marine Expeditionary Force, hosted a closing ceremony for Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. Marine Cpl. Tyler Mitchell takes us to Fort Bonifacio, Republic of the Philippines for the story. Also available in High Definition.

U.S. Marines and Sailors Visit Schools During PHIBLEX 14

Thu, 17 Oct 2013 05:21:25 -0400

Marines and sailors with the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade, III Marine Expeditionary Force, visited local schools during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. Marine Cpl. Tyler Mitchell takes us to Angeles City, Republic of the Philippines for the story. Also available in High Definition.

Philippine Marines Teach U.S. Marines and Sailors Jungle Survival Skills During PHIBLEX 14

Thu, 17 Oct 2013 04:12:14 -0400

Philippine Marines taught U.S. Marines and sailors with the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade jungle survival skills during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. Marine Cpl. Tyler Mitchell takes us to Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui, Republic the Philippines for the story. Also available in High Definition.

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Thu, 10 Oct 2013 21:22:15 -0400

Typhoon damage may qualify for claims; Wissler discusses future with minister for foreign affairs; Air delivery specialists train in Philippines

Philippine Marines and U.S. Marines Host Martial Arts Exchange During PHIBLEX 14

Thu, 10 Oct 2013 12:53:29 -0400

Philippine Marines, U.S. Marines, and sailors with the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade taught one another their military's martial arts during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. U.S. Marine Cpl. Tyler Mitchell takes us to Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui, Republic of the Philippines for the story.

Philippine and U.S. Marines and Sailors Conduct a Stress Fire during PHIBLEX 14

Thu, 10 Oct 2013 12:43:45 -0400

Philippine Marines and U.S. Marines and sailors with the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade conducted marksmanship training under stress during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. Marine Cpl. Tyler Mitchell takes us to Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui, Republic of the Philippines for the story.

U.S. Marines Host Static Display of Aircraft to Philippine Service Members PHIBLEX 14

Tue, 08 Oct 2013 09:36:14 -0400

U.S. Marines with the aviation combat element, 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade hosted an open house for Philippine Air Force service members and their families to learn about U.S. Marine Corps aircraft up close and personal during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. Marine Cpl. Tyler Mitchell takes us to Clark Air Field, Pampanga, Republic of the Philippines for the static display. Also available in high definition.

Philippine Marines and U.S. Marines Hone Military Skills Through Competition

Mon, 07 Oct 2013 07:10:54 -0400

Philippine Marines and U.S. Marines and sailors train side by side during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014 to ensure they are capable of working together effectively to conduct humanitarian assistance and regional security missions. Cpl. Tyler Mitchell takes us to the field where a squad competition encourages combined force readiness. Includes soundbites from Philippine Marine 2nd Lt. Johnrou Cacho, platoon commander, Battalion Landing Team 12, and U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Dilan Swift, platoon commander, 3rd MEB.

U.S. Marines and Sailors Participate in 10K Run During PHIBLEX 14

Mon, 07 Oct 2013 06:58:08 -0400

U.S. Marines and sailors with the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade ran in the 3rd Annual Pulayan Tagalan Keng Dalan 10-K run during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. Marine Cpl. Tyler Mitchell takes us to Angeles City, Republic of the Philippines for the race. Includes soundbites from Lynette Suller, race participant, and Marine 1st Lt. Kevin J. Stier, comptroller, CLR-37, 3rd MEB.

Philippine Air Force, U.S. Marines conduct recovery training

Fri, 04 Oct 2013 09:07:13 -0400

An F/A-18C Hornet performs an arrested landing at Clark Air Field, Pampanga, Republic of the Philippines, Oct. 2 as part of Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. The arresting equipment is a mechanical system used to rapidly decelerate an aircraft as it lands. The recurrence of PHIBLEX, now in its 30th year, demonstrates the commitment of the U.S. and Republic of the Philippines to mutual security and their long-time partnership. The aircraft is with Marine Fighter Squadron 232, currently assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, as part of the Marine Corps’ unit deployment program. Soundbites from Cpl. James Lubbers, Tech Sgt. Joselito Morales. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Tyler Mitchell/RELEASED)

Marines Conduct Mass Supply Load Training, Strengthen Expeditionary Capabilities

Fri, 04 Oct 2013 08:55:18 -0400

Marines conducted mass supply load training from a KC-130J Hercules aircraft Oct. 2 in Pampanga, Republic of the Philippines as part of Amphibious Landing Exercise 2014. The recurrence of PHIBLEX, now in its 30th year, demonstrates the commitment of the U.S. and Republic of the Philippines to mutual security and their long-time partnership. Soundbites from Staff Sgt. Nicholas Sellman, Staff Sgt. Crystal Salinis. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Tyler Mitchell/released).

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Fri, 04 Oct 2013 01:28:35 -0400

Phrogs finish final flight; Course stengthens disaster response, Philippine Armed Forces members, Marines trian for emergencies

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Thu, 26 Sep 2013 21:16:04 -0400

Commanding general delivers intent; PHIBLEX 14 begins with ceremony; Marines, sailors go ashore; Western Army, Marines focus on communications

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Thu, 19 Sep 2013 20:06:29 -0400

3rd Marine Division celebrates 71 years; Pacific Resilience concludes in Nepal; Doctors, medical students visit USNH Okinawa

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Thu, 12 Sep 2013 21:34:34 -0400

Japan Diet members tour Futenma, Ospreys; Marines, Aussies continue partnership; MWSS-172 refuels helicopters during Exercise Lejeune II; 3rd MEB initiates ACM drill

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Fri, 06 Sep 2013 02:24:38 -0400

"Flying Tigers" celebrate change; JSDF, 3rd MEB prepare, train for disasters; Community members rehearse evacuation routes

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Thu, 29 Aug 2013 20:02:47 -0400

KMEP 13-8 strengthens alliance; ARTP 13-2 commences; III MEF Marines command from sea during UFG; Pilots evade Smokey SAMs

Publication - Okinawa Marine

Fri, 23 Aug 2013 01:15:53 -0400

Marines prep for KMEP 13-8; UFG Veterans visit Foster, share experiences; UFG 13 improves stability, overall mission readiness; Nonlethal weapons exercise begins

ACMC Visits Marines on Okinawa

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:19:15 -0400

The Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. John M. paxton Jr. visits Marines on Okinawa March 19. The ACMC and 1st Lt. Jocelyn M. Mills, a Military Police Officer with 3rd Law Enforcement Battalion speak about the visit. Produced by Pfc. Mike Granahan.

Osprey Lift

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 05:18:31 -0500

MV-22 Bravo Ospreys arrived on Okinawa only a short time ago and are already being incorporated in to training. Lance Corporal Mike Granahan brings us to the action. Soundbites include GySgt Jaymz L. Bott—Crew chief VMM- 265. Produced by LCpl Mike Granahan.

Naha Tug of War

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 03:21:09 -0400

U.S. Service Members and citizens of Okinawa came together October seventh to participate in the worlds largest tug of war, Lance Corporal Mike Granahan shows us how they worked together. Soundbite includes Mike Holland – education committee chairman, American Chamber of Commerce in Okinawa. Produced by Lance Cpl. Mike Granahan.

Captain Chris Richardella Interview

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 22:30:22 -0400

Captain Chris Richardella talks to Leatherneck Magazine about Marine training in Australia.

LtCol Matthew Puglisi, OIC of MarForPAC Forward Command Element, Marine Rotational Forces-Darwin

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 22:37:00 -0400

Lt. Col. Matthew Puglisi talks to Leatherneck Magazine about his duties and responsibilities while deployed to Australia.

Marine Lt. Gen. Glueck speaking from Iwo Jima

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 14:37:51 -0400

Marine Gen. Glueck talks to a Reuters Television reporter, in Washington, D.C., about the significance of the role of the U.S. Marine Corps in the historic battle of Iwo Jima in Japan during World War II.

Service members test strength in competition (radio0

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:11:04 -0500

As contestants entered the Powerdome Gym on Camp Schwab, participants gathered their strength to compete in the ultimate test of might, a bench press competition.

LCpl Brice Bergman

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:08:19 -0500

LCpl Brice Bergman talks to North Platte Telegraph about his duties and responsibilities.

CPL Jeffrey Smedley Interview

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:52:54 -0500

CPL Jeffrey Smedley talks about his duties and responsibilities.

Brigadier General Craig Timberlake Interview

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 19:38:07 -0500

Brigadier General Craig Timberlake talks to Leatherneck Magazine about his duties and responsibilities.