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Naval Officer Presented Presidential-level Award from Republic of Korea Consul General

151110-N-DX698-256 HONOLULU (Nov. 10, 2015) - The Consul General of the Republic of Korea, Mr. Walter K. Paik, presents the ROK President Order of National Security Merit Samil Medal to Capt. Phil W. Yu, U.S. Pacific Command Division Chief for Northeast Asia Policy during the Third ROK-U.S. Alliance Night Reception. Yu was recognized for his contributions to strengthening the U.S.-ROK partnership against piracy in the India Ocean, the ISIL-threat, and climate change.

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Fallen Marines in Nepal helicopter crash honored at U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu

Staff Sgt. Jason E. Stevens, Marine Security Guard detachment commander, U.S. Embassy Kathmandu, Nepal speaks to embassy staff, Nov. 6, 2015, at a dedication ceremony honoring the six Marines who lost their lives in a helicopter mishap during Operation Sahayogi Haat, a humanitarian assistance disaster relief mission in Nepal following multiple earthquakes in April and May. Also on hand for the dedication was U.S. Ambassador to Nepal Alaina B. Teplitz (center) and Brig. Gen. Tracy W. King, commanding general, 3rd Marine Logistics Group (left).

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Humanitarian Mine Action brings Relief to Cambodia

Explosive ordinance disposal U.S. Marines and Cambodian Mine Action Center technicians pose for a picture in front of exploding ordinance at Kampong Chhnang, in the Kingdom of Cambodia, Nov. 5, 2015. U.S Marine EOD trained CMAC in support of the Humanitarian Mine Action program. The program focuses on assisting selected countries in relieving human suffering and in developing an indigenous mine action capability to help with explosive remnants of war.

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Marines Use Improved Ribbon Bridge, Test Air Capabilities During Exercise Blue Chromite

Marines move a component of a 15-bay Improved Ribbon Bridge as a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter inserts bridge components into the water in the Central Training Area, Okinawa, Japan, during Blue Chromite 2016, Nov. 2, 2015. This was the first time that Improved Ribbon Bridges, flat modular-floating platforms that bridge wet gaps, were inserted by air on Okinawa. Blue Chromite is a large-scale amphibious exercise that draws primarily from III Marine Expeditionary Force’s training resources on Okinawa. The location of the training allows participating units to maintain a forward-deployed posture and eliminates the cost of traveling to train. The Marines are with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The Super Stallion is with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 462. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Drew Tech/Released)

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Naval Vessels Push Marine Amphibious Capabilities During Blue Chromite

OKINAWA, Japan (Oct. 27, 2015) - A landing craft air cushion-class hovercraft approaches Kin Blue for a beach landing exercise during Blue Chromite 2016. Blue Chromite is a large-scale, cost effective on-island training event lead by 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine division, III Marine Expeditionary Force.

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Marines, Japanese soldiers bridge gaps while training

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan (Oct. 2, 2015) - Marines and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers take a stance after a simulated riot control situation during Exercise Guard and Protect. Marines and JGSDF soldiers were challenged with real world situations such as riot control, armed intruder response and vehicle searches to prepare in case the air station has to take a defense posture.

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U.S. participates in 28th iteration of JMSDF Fleet Review

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey flies over the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force warships, near Tokyo Bay, during the 28th iteration of the JMSDF Fleet Review, Oct. 18, 2015. Approximately 28 aircraft from the JMSDF, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps flew above the warship. The fleet review allowed the JMSDF to assess its readiness and demonstrated the Japanese and the U.S. commitment to enduring prosperity and security in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Elementary school hosts Marines at Ribbon cutting Ceremony during PHIBLEX 2015

U.S. and Philippine service members salute at the ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 8, during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2015. PHIBLEX is an annual, bilateral training exercise conducted by members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines alongside U.S. Marine and Navy Forces. It focuses on strengthening the partnership and relationships between the two nations across a range of military operations, including disaster relief and complex expeditionary operations. The ribbon cutting ceremony signified the end of the Humanitarian Civic Assistance projects at the Concepcion and Binduyan Elementary schools.

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Commanding general, 3rd Marine Division and commander, 1st Brigade, Australian Army recognize Marine Rotational Force – Darwin

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Richard Simcock and Australian Brig. Mick Ryan salute Marines with 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, Marine Rotational Force – Darwin, as they pass in review Oct. 5 at the end of a farewell ceremony hosted by 1st Brigade, Australian Army, at Robertson Barracks, Northern Territory, Australia. Simcock and Ryan congratulated the Marines on their hard work and the amount of effort they’ve shown throughout their time participating in training exercises, performing community services and immersing in Australian culture. The rotational deployment of U.S. Marines in Australia affords an unprecedented combined training opportunity with our allies and improves interoperability between our forces. Simcock is the commanding general of 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force and Ryan is the commander of 1 BDE. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by 1st Lt. George McArthur/Released)

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U.S. and ROK Marines Test CBRN Response During Gas Attack

Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Jun Shin, center, supports a U.S. Marine moving to safety during a gas attack drill as part of Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-12 at Gunha-Rhi, Republic of Korea, Sept. 17, 2015. The drill was part of KMEP 15-12, an exercise that enhances the ROK and U.S. alliance, promotes stability on the Korean Peninsula and strengthens ROK and U.S. military capabilities and interoperability. Shin is with 2nd Company, 11th Battalion, 1st Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, ROK Headquarters Marine Corps. The U.S. Marines are with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently supporting 3rd Marine Division under the unit deployment program.

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The silent over watch: JGSDF, Marines fire snipers at Forest Light 16-1

Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force Sgt. Akito Yagi looks through binoculars at the target while performing stalking drills during Forest Light 16-1 at Camp Imazu, Takashima, Japan, Sept. 10, 2015. The Marines sat up on a high embankment trying to catch the JGSDF stalking the target with binoculars. Forest Light is a semiannual, bilateral exercise consisting of a command post exercise and multiple field training events, conducted by elements of III Marine Expeditionary Force and the JGSDF. Yagi is a sniper with 50th Infantry Regiment, 14th Brigade.

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U.S. Marines and partner-nation soldiers culminate Exercise Tafakula 15

U.S. Marines with Company B, 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, Marine Rotational Force – Darwin, conduct patrol-based operations and engage in platoon-level attacks with troops from His Majesty’s Armed Forces of Tonga, the New Zealand Defence Force, the French Army of New Caledonia and the Tongan Royal Guards during their culminating event for Exercise Tafakula 15 Sept. 9-11 on Tongatapu Island, Tonga. Each military force split into integrated platoons for the event that comprised of 72 hours of patrolling, land navigation and attacking mock enemy positions. The rotational deployment of U.S. Marines in Darwin affords unprecedented combined training opportunities such as Exercise Tafakula and improves interoperability between the involved forces.

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US Marines awarded for work in Australia

U.S. Marines stand in a formation around a giant clam conservation awareness display after its unveiling Sept. 7 at the Territory Wildlife Park, Berry Springs, Northern Territory, Australia. Marines and sailors with Marine Rotational Force – Darwin volunteered since the beginning of their six-month rotation in Australia to contribute to the park as part of their involvement with the local community. Beyond purely military training, Marines’ participation in engagements throughout the Northern Territory shows their appreciation for Australia’s welcome.

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Marines, sailors, coalition partners conduct amphibious landing during Dawn Blitz 2015

In this photo, U.S. Marine Corps amphibious assault vehicles assigned to 3rd Assault Amphibious Battalion come ashore on the beaches of Camp Pendleton, Calif., during an amphibious landing in support of Exercise Dawn Blitz 2015, Sept. 5. Dawn Blitz is a multinational training exercise designed to enhance Expeditionary Strike Group Three and 1st Marine Expeditionary Brigade’s ability to conduct sea-based operations, amphibious landings, and command and control capabilities alongside Japan, Mexico and New Zealand.

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American, Australian and Chinese Forces Conduct Exercise Kowari in Australia

DARWIN, NT, Australia (Aug. 29, 2015) - Participants wait to march out for the opening ceremony Aug. 29 at Larrakeyah Barracks, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, before the start of Exercise Kowari 15. Kowari is a trilateral environmental survival training opportunity hosted by Australia and includes forces from Australia, China and the U.S. simultaneously. Environmental survival training in the Australian Outback offers a unique training opportunity in the Pacific.

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31st MEU delivers supplies, clears debris for Saipan typhoon relief

SAIPAN (Aug. 11, 2015) - U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians during typhoon relief efforts. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3.

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Service members enhance land navigation skills

COMBINED ARMS TRAINING CENTER CAMP FUJI, Japan (July 27, 2015) - Marines with Combat Logistics Company 36 navigate through training grounds during Exercise Dragon Fire 2015. Using only a map, protractor and compass, service members navigated in an unfamiliar, highly vegetated terrain with limited time to complete their mission. Exercise Dragon Fire is conducted annually allowing service members to strengthen their combat readiness, a vital asset to the Marine Corps' mission.

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Coming Home

TARAWA, Kiribati (July 25, 2015) - A 3rd Marine Regiment color guard takes its place during a repatriation ceremony. The ceremony honored the remains of approximately 36 Marines who fought and died during the Battle of Tarawa during World War II, and were loaded onto a C-130J Hercules aircraft to be transported back home to the United States.

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Corpsmen called to action during Exercise Dragon Fire 2015

COMBINED ARMS TRAINING CENTER CAMP FUJI, Japan (July 20, 2015) - Hospital Corpsman Mc Joe Evans Bautista, left, and Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Trevor A. Tisby, right, stationed with Combat Logistics Company 36 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, carry Sgt. Kendrick Moore, a motor transport operator with CLC-36, to a safety vehicle during Exercise Dragon Fire 2015. Dragon Fire enables Marines and Sailors to engage their combat mindset to prepare for the mental and physical stresses of a combat zone. Moore simulated an unexpected injury during this training scenario that allowed the corpsmen to respond as if there was a real emergency.

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Marines sharpen mountaineering skills in Alaska

BLACK RAPIDS TRAINING SITE, Alaska (July 18, 2015) - From the snow-kissed mountains to the icy rumblings of melting glaciers, Marines from 2nd Platoon Force Reconnaissance Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, Camp Pendleton, Calif., along with instructors from U.S. Army Alaska's Northern Warfare Training Center conducted military alpine operations at Black Rapids Training Site and Gulkana Glacier.

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