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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jared Beachy, a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (Rein.), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is presented a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation medal during an award ceremony on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2024. On October 12, 2024, Beachy assisted in saving the life of a local woman who had been swept away by strong currents near Cape Zanpa, Okinawa, Japan. The decisive actions carried out by the Marines that day not only saved a life, but demonstrated the Marines’ commitment to the local community, even when off-duty. Beachy is a native of Texas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Angel Diaz Montes De Oca)