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From left, U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Turner, commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force; Lt. Gen. Austin, deputy commandant for Combat Development and Integration and commanding general of Marine Corps Combat Development Command; Lt. Gen. Carter, deputy commandant for Information; and Lt. Gen. Swan, deputy commandant for Aviation, participate in a panel during the WEST 2026 Conference at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The conference provides Department of War leadership a focused venue to communicate priorities, highlight critical programs, shape joint maritime strategy and engage with partners who influence readiness and capability development. The WEST 2026 theme was “Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Akamelu)

From left, U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Turner, commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force; Lt. Gen. Austin, deputy commandant for Combat Development and Integration and commanding general of Marine Corps Combat Development Command; Lt. Gen. Carter, deputy commandant for Information; and Lt. Gen. Swan, deputy commandant for Aviation, participate in a panel during the WEST 2026 Conference at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The conference provides Department of War leadership a focused venue to communicate priorities, highlight critical programs, shape joint maritime strategy and engage with partners who influence readiness and capability development. The WEST 2026 theme was “Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

A U.S. Marine asks top sea service leadership a question during the “Sea Service Chiefs Lunch and Town Hall” during the WEST 2026 Conference at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The conference provided Department of War leadership a focused venue to communicate priorities, highlight critical programs, shape joint maritime strategy and engage with partners who influence readiness and capability development. The WEST 2026 theme was “Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

A U.S. Marine asks top sea service leadership a question during the “Sea Service Chiefs Lunch and Town Hall” during the WEST 2026 Conference at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The conference provided Department of War leadership a focused venue to communicate priorities, highlight critical programs, shape joint maritime strategy and engage with partners who influence readiness and capability development. The WEST 2026 theme was “Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

Photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

Chuck Hodges, vice president of military events for Hiring our Heroes, speaks to U.S. Marines about potential career paths during a career summit at the Pacific Views Event Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The summit featured multiple guest speakers and offered resources and networking opportunities to facilitate career transitions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Chuck Hodges, vice president of military events for Hiring our Heroes, speaks to U.S. Marines about potential career paths during a career summit at the Pacific Views Event Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The summit featured multiple guest speakers and offered resources and networking opportunities to facilitate career transitions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. Navy Master Chief Rucker, command master chief, I Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents a challenge coin to a Marine during a coin presentation and recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The ceremony recognized more than 30 Marines and Sailors for their hard work and dedication during the preparation and execution of the 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration and Beach Bash held Oct. 18, 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

U.S. Navy Master Chief Rucker, command master chief, I Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents a challenge coin to a Marine during a coin presentation and recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The ceremony recognized more than 30 Marines and Sailors for their hard work and dedication during the preparation and execution of the 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration and Beach Bash held Oct. 18, 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. Navy Master Chief Loren D. Rucker, command master chief, I Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents a challenge coin to Marine Corps Sgt. Roberto Chaveznajar, a network administrator, 9th Communication Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, during a coin presentation and recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The ceremony recognized more than 30 Marines and Sailors for their hard work and dedication during the preparation and execution of the 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration and Beach Bash held Oct. 18, 2025. Chaveznajar was recognized for establishing network services aboard the USS Boxer (LHD 4), which enabled effective command and control from ship to shore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck)

U.S. Navy Master Chief Loren D. Rucker, command master chief, I Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents a challenge coin to Marine Corps Sgt. Roberto Chaveznajar, a network administrator, 9th Communication Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, during a coin presentation and recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The ceremony recognized more than 30 Marines and Sailors for their hard work and dedication during the preparation and execution of the 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration and Beach Bash held Oct. 18, 2025. Chaveznajar was recognized for establishing network services aboard the USS Boxer (LHD 4), which enabled effective command and control from ship to shore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brown, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, delivers remarks during a wreath-laying ceremony honoring former U.S. President Ronald Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in Simi Valley, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. The ceremony is an annual event to commemorate the life and legacy of President Reagan and is held on his birthday, by presidential declaration, since his death in 2004. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brown, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, delivers remarks during a wreath-laying ceremony honoring former U.S. President Ronald Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in Simi Valley, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. The ceremony is an annual event to commemorate the life and legacy of President Reagan and is held on his birthday, by presidential declaration, since his death in 2004. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael)

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

Nick I. Brown, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, far left, and Sgt. Maj. Sherri N. Cook, senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Installations West, pose for a group photo with Brown’s wife, Anneese Brown, middle left, and Gary Sinise, middle right, during the Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton Winter Carnival at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. The event featured live music by Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band, carnival games and food trucks to bring the community together and celebrate the winter season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sherchand)

Nick I. Brown, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, far left, and Sgt. Maj. Sherri N. Cook, senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Installations West, pose for a group photo with Brown’s wife, Anneese Brown, middle left, and Gary Sinise, middle right, during the Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton Winter Carnival at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. The event featured live music by Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band, carnival games and food trucks to bring the community together and celebrate the winter season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sherchand)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand

Gary Sinise, actor and philanthropist, plays a bass guitar with the Lt. Dan Band during the Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton Winter Carnival at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. The event featured live music, carnival games and food trucks to bring the community together and celebrate the winter season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sherchand)

Gary Sinise, actor and philanthropist, plays a bass guitar with the Lt. Dan Band during the Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton Winter Carnival at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. The event featured live music, carnival games and food trucks to bring the community together and celebrate the winter season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sherchand)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Nick I. Brown, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, speaks to U.S. Marines, Sailors, retirees and their families during the Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton Winter Carnival at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. The event featured live music by Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band, carnival games and food trucks to bring the community together and celebrate the winter season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sherchand)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Nick I. Brown, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, speaks to U.S. Marines, Sailors, retirees and their families during the Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton Winter Carnival at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. The event featured live music by Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band, carnival games and food trucks to bring the community together and celebrate the winter season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sherchand)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand

Children play on the inflatables during the Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton Winter Carnival at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. The event featured live music by Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band, carnival games and food trucks to bring the community together and celebrate the winter season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sherchand)

Children play on the inflatables during the Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton Winter Carnival at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. The event featured live music by Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band, carnival games and food trucks to bring the community together and celebrate the winter season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sherchand)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand

U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton stand in formation during a change of command ceremony at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 2, 2026. During the ceremony, Maj. Alex O. Westerholm, outgoing commanding officer of Bravo Co. relinquished command of Bravo Co. to Maj. Payton D. Nevills, incoming commanding officer of Bravo Co. The ceremony signified the transfer of accountability, responsibility and authority to new leadership and the continuity of command. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael).

U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton stand in formation during a change of command ceremony at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 2, 2026. During the ceremony, Maj. Alex O. Westerholm, outgoing commanding officer of Bravo Co. relinquished command of Bravo Co. to Maj. Payton D. Nevills, incoming commanding officer of Bravo Co. The ceremony signified the transfer of accountability, responsibility and authority to new leadership and the continuity of command. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael).

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Special Weapons and Tactics team, the Escondido Police Department SWAT, special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The exercise focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each team’s standard operating procedures and includes practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to improve coordination and operational effectiveness among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Special Weapons and Tactics team, the Escondido Police Department SWAT, special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The exercise focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each team’s standard operating procedures and includes practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to improve coordination and operational effectiveness among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team and special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The exercise features police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department Special Weapons and Tactics team, the Escondido Police Department SWAT, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team. The training focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each team’s standard operating procedures and includes practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to increase overall proficiency among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team and special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The exercise features police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department Special Weapons and Tactics team, the Escondido Police Department SWAT, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team. The training focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each team’s standard operating procedures and includes practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to increase overall proficiency among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department Special Weapons and Tactics team, the Escondido Police Department SWAT, special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The exercise focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each team’s standard operating procedures and includes practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to increase overall proficiency among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department Special Weapons and Tactics team, the Escondido Police Department SWAT, special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The exercise focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each team’s standard operating procedures and includes practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to increase overall proficiency among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

Police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Special Weapons and Tactics team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The exercise features U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, police officers with the Escondido Police Department SWAT team, special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team. The training focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each tactical team’s standard operating procedures and conducting practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to increase overall proficiency among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada)

Police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Special Weapons and Tactics team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The exercise features U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, police officers with the Escondido Police Department SWAT team, special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team. The training focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each tactical team’s standard operating procedures and conducting practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to increase overall proficiency among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Special Weapons and Tactics team, the Escondido Police Department SWAT team, special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The training focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each tactical team’s standard operating procedures and conducting practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to increase overall proficiency among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada)

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team, police officers with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Special Weapons and Tactics team, the Escondido Police Department SWAT team, special agents with the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Tactical Team, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Team participate in an integrated joint training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026. The training focuses on enhancing interagency coordination by familiarizing participants with each tactical team’s standard operating procedures and conducting practical application drills simulating real-world scenarios to increase overall proficiency among participating agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Nick I. Brown, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, gives remarks during the annual Civilian Award Ceremony on MCB Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 29, 2026. The annual ceremony recognized civilians for their outstanding performance throughout fiscal year 2025 and honored them for their dedicated federal service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Nick I. Brown, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, gives remarks during the annual Civilian Award Ceremony on MCB Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 29, 2026. The annual ceremony recognized civilians for their outstanding performance throughout fiscal year 2025 and honored them for their dedicated federal service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Nick I. Brown, center left, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Luis M. Ortega, center right, the senior enlisted leader for Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations West, MCB Camp Pendleton, stand for a photo with the award recipients during the annual Civilian Award Ceremony on MCB Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 29, 2026. The annual ceremony recognized civilians for their outstanding performance throughout fiscal year 2025 and honored them for their dedicated federal service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Nick I. Brown, center left, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Luis M. Ortega, center right, the senior enlisted leader for Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations West, MCB Camp Pendleton, stand for a photo with the award recipients during the annual Civilian Award Ceremony on MCB Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 29, 2026. The annual ceremony recognized civilians for their outstanding performance throughout fiscal year 2025 and honored them for their dedicated federal service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael).

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marines receive Filipino food provided by Robert Irvine Foundation during a Back the Bases Celebrity Tour event at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. Hosted by Randy Miller, founder and host of the National Defense Network, the Back the Bases Celebrity Tour is a yearlong series of visits to military installations across the United States, celebrating and supporting service members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

U.S. Marines receive Filipino food provided by Robert Irvine Foundation during a Back the Bases Celebrity Tour event at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. Hosted by Randy Miller, founder and host of the National Defense Network, the Back the Bases Celebrity Tour is a yearlong series of visits to military installations across the United States, celebrating and supporting service members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

U.S. Marines clap for Tate Stevens, an American country music artist, following a performance during a Back the Bases Celebrity Tour event at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. Hosted by Randy Miller, founder and host of the National Defense Network, the Back the Bases Celebrity Tour is a yearlong series of visits to military installations across the United States, celebrating and supporting service members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

U.S. Marines clap for Tate Stevens, an American country music artist, following a performance during a Back the Bases Celebrity Tour event at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026. Hosted by Randy Miller, founder and host of the National Defense Network, the Back the Bases Celebrity Tour is a yearlong series of visits to military installations across the United States, celebrating and supporting service members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu