U.S. Marines (@USMC)

@USMC13h

One Formation, One Fight

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Victor Campusano jr, color sergeant for Headquarters and Service Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, carries the 2nd MLG colors during a formation run at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 16, 2026. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG primary and special staff conducted a three-mile formation run to build camaraderie and reinforce readiness. Campusano is a native of Texas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff. Sgt Makayla Elizalde)

ALT U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Victor Campusano jr, color sergeant for Headquarters and Service Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, carries the 2nd MLG colors during a formation run at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 16, 2026. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG primary and special staff conducted a three-mile formation run to build camaraderie and reinforce readiness. Campusano is a native of Texas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff. Sgt Makayla Elizalde)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Marine Logistics Group participate in a formation run at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 16, 2026. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG primary and special staff conducted a three-mile formation run to build camaraderie and reinforce readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff. Sgt Makayla Elizalde)

ALT U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Marine Logistics Group participate in a formation run at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 16, 2026. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG primary and special staff conducted a three-mile formation run to build camaraderie and reinforce readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff. Sgt Makayla Elizalde)

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U.S. Marines · Oct 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM UTC

@USMC13h

#Marines and @USNavy Sailors with the @2ndMLG participate in a formation run at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG primary and special staff conducted a three-mile formation run to build camaraderie and reinforce readiness. #USMC #Military #SemperFidelis #Motivation

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U.S. Marines · Oct 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM UTC

@USMC15h

Ironclad Alliance

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Madison Hamby, a crew chief with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 361, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, looks out of a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter over the East China Sea, Oct. 15, 2026, during Exercise Keen Sword 27. Keen Sword is a routine, biennial bilateral field training exercise with multinational participation, designed to increase readiness and interoperability between the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan Alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jeremiah Barksdale)

ALT U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Madison Hamby, a crew chief with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 361, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, looks out of a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter over the East China Sea, Oct. 15, 2026, during Exercise Keen Sword 27. Keen Sword is a routine, biennial bilateral field training exercise with multinational participation, designed to increase readiness and interoperability between the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan Alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jeremiah Barksdale)

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 361, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing flies off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 15, 2026, during Keen Sword 27. Keen Sword is a routine, biennial bilateral field training exercise with multinational participation, designed to increase readiness and interoperability between the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan Alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jeremiah Barksdale)

ALT A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 361, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing flies off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 15, 2026, during Keen Sword 27. Keen Sword is a routine, biennial bilateral field training exercise with multinational participation, designed to increase readiness and interoperability between the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan Alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jeremiah Barksdale)

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U.S. Marines · Oct 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM UTC

@USMC15h

#Marines with the @1stMAW_Marines and @IIIMEF Information Group participate in Exercise Keen Sword 27 on Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan. Keen Sword is a biennial bilateral field training exercise with multinational participation, designed to increase readiness and interoperability between the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan Alliance. #SemperFi #MarineAviation #USMC #Military

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U.S. Marines · Oct 21, 2026 · 2:00 PM UTC

@USMC17h

One Step Closer

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit training Battalion, conduct the Day Movement Course during Basic Warrior Training (BWT) on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 15, 2026. BWT is a one-week long training event that teaches recruits the basics of combat survival and rifle maneuvers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Erin Porras)

ALT U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit training Battalion, conduct the Day Movement Course during Basic Warrior Training (BWT) on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 15, 2026. BWT is a one-week long training event that teaches recruits the basics of combat survival and rifle maneuvers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Erin Porras)

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U.S. Marines · Oct 21, 2026 · 2:00 PM UTC

@USMC17h

#MarineCorps recruits with the 2nd Recruit Training Battalion perform the Day Movement Course during Basic Warrior Training (BWT) on @MCRDPI. BWT is a week-long training event that teaches recruits the basics of combat survival and rifle maneuvers. #RecruitTraining #Bootcamp #USMC #Military

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U.S. Marines · Oct 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM UTC

Patrolling Anywhere

A U.S. Marine with Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington, prepares to conduct a night patrol at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 6, 2026. The training evolution focuses on a standardized tactical baseline where every Marine in Alpha and Bravo Company can execute individual actions during patrol base operations and squad-level attacks. Small unit leaders learned to possess the technical competence and confidence to make rapid decisions at the fire team and squad level, successfully preparing both companies to operate as capable elements at the platoon-level. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

ALT A U.S. Marine with Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington, prepares to conduct a night patrol at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 6, 2026. The training evolution focuses on a standardized tactical baseline where every Marine in Alpha and Bravo Company can execute individual actions during patrol base operations and squad-level attacks. Small unit leaders learned to possess the technical competence and confidence to make rapid decisions at the fire team and squad level, successfully preparing both companies to operate as capable elements at the platoon-level. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

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U.S. Marines · Oct 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM UTC

#Marines with @MBWDC execute a field exercise at @MCB_Quantico to reinforce fundamental warfighting skills. The training establishes a standardized tactical baseline, ensuring every Marine can effectively execute individual tasks during patrol base operations and squad-level attacks. #USMC #MilitaryTraining #SemperFidelis

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U.S. Marines · Oct 20, 2026 · 5:25 PM UTC

Recon #Marines with the @31stMeu execute Visit, Board, Search and Seizure operations. VBSS is a core component of Maritime Interception Operations (MIO), which are conducted to delay, disrupt, or destroy enemy forces or supplies within the maritime domain #USMC #SemperFidelis #Warfighters

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U.S. Marines · Oct 20, 2026 · 2:04 PM UTC

Recover, Secure, Transport

$U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Osvaldo Floresmateo, a North Carolina native and combat engineer, assigned to Bravo Company, Chemical Biological Incident Response Force, performs a horizontal hoist while participating in patient packing and litter tending training at Naval Support Facility Indian Head Stump Neck Annex, Maryland, Oct. 15, 2026. Patient packing and litter tending training gives Marines the opportunity to test gear capabilities and practice how to safely secure, immobilize, and transport an injured person out of hazardous or hard-to-reach environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Amy Espinoza)\n\n$

ALT U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Osvaldo Floresmateo, a North Carolina native and combat engineer, assigned to Bravo Company, Chemical Biological Incident Response Force, performs a horizontal hoist while participating in patient packing and litter tending training at Naval Support Facility Indian Head Stump Neck Annex, Maryland, Oct. 15, 2026. Patient packing and litter tending training gives Marines the opportunity to test gear capabilities and practice how to safely secure, immobilize, and transport an injured person out of hazardous or hard-to-reach environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Amy Espinoza)\n\n

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U.S. Marines · Oct 20, 2026 · 2:04 PM UTC

#Marines assigned to Chemical Biological Incident Response Force participate in patient packing and litter tending training at Naval Support Facility Indian Head Stump Neck Annex, Maryland. Patient packing and litter tending training allows Marines to test gear capabilities while refining the techniques required to safely secure, immobilize, and transport injured personnel from hazardous or hard-to-reach environments. #USMC #SemperFi #MilitaryTraining

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U.S. Marines · Oct 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM UTC

Urban Warfare Readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jesus Guevarasalazar, a logistics specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, provides simulated covering fire during Military Operations in Urban Environment training as part of GATOREX 27.1 on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 14, 2026. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

ALT U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jesus Guevarasalazar, a logistics specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, provides simulated covering fire during Military Operations in Urban Environment training as part of GATOREX 27.1 on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 14, 2026. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Luis Ramirez-Varela, a motor vehicle operator with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, provides simulated covering fire during Military Operations in Urban Environment training as part of GATOREX 27.1 on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 14, 2026. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

ALT U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Luis Ramirez-Varela, a motor vehicle operator with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, provides simulated covering fire during Military Operations in Urban Environment training as part of GATOREX 27.1 on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 14, 2026. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

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U.S. Marines · Oct 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM UTC

#Marines with the @3rdMLG participate in Military Operations in Urban Environment training as part of GATOREX 27.1. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of @IIIMEF. #USMC #SemperFi #Military

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U.S. Marines · Oct 19, 2026 · 4:00 PM UTC

Under the Surface

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Caleb Kates, an explosive ordinance disposal technician with Charlie Section, Littoral Explosive Ordinance Neutralization, 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, retrieves a Remotely Operated Vehicle, Autonomous Underwater Vehicle hybrid during bathymetric survey training as a part of GATOREX 27.1 at Naha Military Port, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 15, 2026. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Marcus Henson)

ALT U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Caleb Kates, an explosive ordinance disposal technician with Charlie Section, Littoral Explosive Ordinance Neutralization, 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, retrieves a Remotely Operated Vehicle, Autonomous Underwater Vehicle hybrid during bathymetric survey training as a part of GATOREX 27.1 at Naha Military Port, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 15, 2026. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Marcus Henson)

A Remotely Operated Vehicle, Autonomous Underwater Vehicle hybrid performs depth readings during 9th Engineer Support Battalion bathymetric survey training as a part of GATOREX 27.1 at Naha Military Port, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 15, 2026. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Marcus Henson)

ALT A Remotely Operated Vehicle, Autonomous Underwater Vehicle hybrid performs depth readings during 9th Engineer Support Battalion bathymetric survey training as a part of GATOREX 27.1 at Naha Military Port, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 15, 2026. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Marcus Henson)

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U.S. Marines · Oct 19, 2026 · 4:00 PM UTC

#Marines with the @3rdMLG operate a Remotely Operated Vehicle during bathymetric survey training as a part of GATOREX 27.1. GATOREX is a semiannual 3rd MLG-led exercise that simulates logistical operations focused on resource management and coordination in support of @IIIMEF. #USMC #Military #SemperFi

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U.S. Marines · Oct 19, 2026 · 2:35 PM UTC

Always Ready

$U.S. Marine Raiders assigned to Marine Forces Special Operations Command hold security during a Combined Arms Live-Fire Exercise (CALFEX) as part of exercise Red Flag in Alaska, Aug. 27, 2026. Red Flag\u202Fis one of the United States Air Force\u2019s most advanced and realistic aerial combat training programs providing\u202Frealistic, high stakes combat training enhancing\u202Fjoint and coalition interoperability and preparing forces for the\u202Ffull spectrum of modern warfare, under live adversary forces and conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Skiver)$

ALT U.S. Marine Raiders assigned to Marine Forces Special Operations Command hold security during a Combined Arms Live-Fire Exercise (CALFEX) as part of exercise Red Flag in Alaska, Aug. 27, 2026. Red Flag\u202Fis one of the United States Air Force\u2019s most advanced and realistic aerial combat training programs providing\u202Frealistic, high stakes combat training enhancing\u202Fjoint and coalition interoperability and preparing forces for the\u202Ffull spectrum of modern warfare, under live adversary forces and conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Skiver)

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U.S. Marines · Oct 19, 2026 · 2:35 PM UTC

#Marine Raiders assigned to Marine Forces Special Operations Command hold security during a Combined Arms Live-Fire Exercise (CALFEX) as part of Exercise Red Flag in Alaska. Red Flag is one of the @usairforce's most advanced and realistic aerial combat training programs providing realistic, high stakes combat training enhancing joint and coalition interoperability and preparing forces for the full spectrum of modern warfare, under live adversary forces and conditions. #USMC #MarineRaider #MarineForces #SemperFidelis

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U.S. Marines · Oct 18, 2026 · 6:00 PM UTC

Synchronizing the Fight

A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conducts certification training at an undisclosed location on July 30, 2026. This exercise provides an opportunity for dynamic close coordination of live-fire close air support while ensuring MARSOC JTACs remain prepared to integrate precision fires with the joint force in support of special operations missions across the full spectrum of conflict. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Skiver)

ALT A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conducts certification training at an undisclosed location on July 30, 2026. This exercise provides an opportunity for dynamic close coordination of live-fire close air support while ensuring MARSOC JTACs remain prepared to integrate precision fires with the joint force in support of special operations missions across the full spectrum of conflict. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Skiver)

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U.S. Marines · Oct 18, 2026 · 6:00 PM UTC

A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with #MarineCorps Forces Special Operations Command executes certification training. The training sharpens the coordination of live-fire close air support, ensuring MARSOC JTACs remain ready to integrate precision fires with the joint force in support of special operations missions across the spectrum of conflict. #USMC #MilitaryTraining #SemperFidelis

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U.S. Marines · Oct 18, 2026 · 4:00 PM UTC

Raid Leaders

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Matthew Hobbs, a squad leader with Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, poses for a photo during a raid leaders course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 9, 2026. Raid leaders course allows small-unit leaders to better enhance their skills and knowledge of close-quarters battle tactics to better teach their own Marines in urban environments. Hobbs is a native of Utah. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Journey Fisher)

ALT U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Matthew Hobbs, a squad leader with Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, poses for a photo during a raid leaders course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 9, 2026. Raid leaders course allows small-unit leaders to better enhance their skills and knowledge of close-quarters battle tactics to better teach their own Marines in urban environments. Hobbs is a native of Utah. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Journey Fisher)

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, throws a chem-light during a simulated raid as part of raid leaders course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 7, 2026. Raid leaders course allows small-unit leaders to better enhance their skills and knowledge of close-quarters battle tactics to better teach their own Marines in urban environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Journey Fisher)

ALT A U.S. Marine with 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, throws a chem-light during a simulated raid as part of raid leaders course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 7, 2026. Raid leaders course allows small-unit leaders to better enhance their skills and knowledge of close-quarters battle tactics to better teach their own Marines in urban environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Journey Fisher)

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