The evolution of communications in the Marine Corps - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chase Swenson, satellite communications operator, Support Company, 9th Communications Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force, deploys a satellite terminal antenna at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 10, 2018. The deployed very small aperture terminal-large (VSAT-L) established long range, real-time communications. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Lukas Kalinauskas)

How MISSO-03 supports todays Marines - Master Sgt. Victor Juarez, staff noncomissioned officer-in-charge, Manpower Information Systems Support Office 03 (MISSO-03), Marine Corps Installations – West, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 27, 2018. MISSO-03 is one of the multiple manpower information support offices across the Marine Corps responsible for assisting units west of the Mississippi River in accurately reporting and retrieving personnel and pay information using the various automated manpower information systems. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dylan Chagnon)

11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Law Enforcement - U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Dec. 12, 2016) 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Law Enforcement (LE) Marines and Tessa, a military working dog, walk a patrol route around a forward operating base during Exercise Alligator Dagger, Dec. 13. The patrol served two purposes: to sustain the LE detachment Marines’ patrolling tactics and procedures, and acclimatize Tessa to the region’s high temperatures and arid environment. The 11th MEU is currently supporting the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations’ mission to promote and maintain stability and security in the region.

CPEN Police support 'Cops for Kids' holiday campaign - Marines and police officers with the Provost Marshal’s Office, deliver gifts to Stuart Mesa housing families during the 2nd annual “Cops for Kids” event on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Dec. 19, 2017. 1st Lt. Mark Crum and Cpl. Anthony James organized the event in conjunction with Toys for Tots an effort to give back to the community and build awareness of law enforcement initiatives aboard the installation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Drake Nickels)

U.S. Marines with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron 4, Marine Aircraft Group 41, Marine Forces Reserve prepare to launch the RQ-7 Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System on Camp Pendleton, Calif., August 19th, 2017. - An RQ-7 Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System before being loaded onto the launcher on Camp Pendleton, Calif., August 19th, 2017. The RQ-7 is helping Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron 4, Marine Aircraft Group 41, Marine Forces Reserve make history as it is utilized to conduct yearly surveys of deer and buffalo populations on the base, a job formerly tasked to manned helicopters. In addition to offering a low-cost solution to conducting wildlife surveys, the exercise also provides valuable training to Marines who are learning to use the UAVs for aerial reconnaissance in areas of conflict. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Desiree D King)

Bruce Burlingham, U.S. Marine Raider Association, observes a diving demonstration at the annual Gold Star Families and Raider Reunion at the 1st Marine Raider Battalion Headquarters on August 11, 2017. The reunion is held annually to honor the families of the fallen and to maintain ties to the original Marine Raiders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lukas Kalinauskas) - Thomas Jeschke, a Reconnaissance Marine's father, participates in a demonstration held at the annual Gold Star Families and Raider reunion at 1st Marine Raider Battalion Headquarters on August 11, 2017. The reunion is held annually to honor the families of the fallen and to maintain ties to the original Marine Raiders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lukas Kalinauskas)

The graduating class of the Warrior Training Advancement Course listen to guest speakers congratulate them on their achievements on June 15, 2017. WARTAC is a 14-week program that helps transitioning service members become veteran service representatives with the Department of Veterans Affairs.To enroll in the course candidates have to be on active duty, approaching the end of their active duty service date and have their commander’s support for attendance. Veteran Service Representatives interview and advise veterans concerning entitlements to benefits and may be assigned field duties as needed. - The graduating class of the Warrior Training Advancement Course listen to guest speakers congratulate them on their achievements on June 15, 2017. WARTAC is a 14-week program that helps transitioning service members become veteran service representatives with the Department of Veterans Affairs.To enroll in the course candidates have to be on active duty, approaching the end of their active duty service date and have their commander’s support for attendance. Veteran Service Representatives interview and advise veterans concerning entitlements to benefits and may be assigned field duties as needed.

U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom, right, and the CAL FIRE Bell 407 helicopter, left, collect lake water during the 2017 Wildland Firefighting Exercise (WLFFEX) at Lake O'Neill on Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 4, 2017. The WLFFEX is an annual training event to exercise the firefighting efforts by aviation and ground assests from Marine Corps Installations - West, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Navy Region South West, Third Fleet, CAL FIRE, and San Diego County Sheriff's Department. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brandon Martinez) - U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom, right, and the CAL FIRE Bell 407 helicopter, left, collect lake water during the 2017 Wildland Firefighting Exercise (WLFFEX) at Lake O'Neill on Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 4, 2017. The WLFFEX is an annual training event to exercise the firefighting efforts by aviation and ground assests from Marine Corps Installations - West, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Navy Region South West, Third Fleet, CAL FIRE, and San Diego County Sheriff's Department. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brandon Martinez)

Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) will host a casting call at the Marine Corps Exchange in the 13 area and the Pacific Views Marine Corps Exchange on Camp Pendleton for future recruiting media, April 5-6. MCRC is looking for quality Marines of all ranks, occupational specialty and backgrounds to be considered in future MCRC advertising projects. - Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) will host a casting call at the Marine Corps Exchange in the 13 area and the Pacific Views Marine Corps Exchange on Camp Pendleton for future recruiting media, April 5-6. MCRC is looking for quality Marines of all ranks, occupational specialty and backgrounds to be considered in future MCRC advertising projects.

Camp Pendleton hosts the 71st Iwo Jima Commemoration, Feb. 18-20, 2016. The Iwo Jima Commemoration included a tour of various units and facilities, a Sunset Memorial involving the laying of the commemorative wreath and a banquet. (Marine Corps Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Leo Salinas/RELEASED) - Camp Pendleton hosts the 71st Iwo Jima Commemoration, Feb. 18-20, 2016. The Iwo Jima Commemoration included a tour of various units and facilities, a Sunset Memorial involving the laying of the commemorative wreath and a banquet. (Marine Corps Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Leo Salinas/RELEASED)