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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a Combat Marksmanship Trainer Instructor with, Formal Marksmanship Training Center, Weapons and Field Training Battalion, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022. Authorized weapons for MCMC-W are the issued service rifle and service pistol as authorized for annual rifle and pistol training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a Combat Marksmanship Trainer Instructor with, Formal Marksmanship Training Center, Weapons and Field Training Battalion, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022. Authorized weapons for MCMC-W are the issued service rifle and service pistol as authorized for annual rifle and pistol training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

Photo by Cpl. Anthony Pio

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a member of the Marine Corps Shooting Team, spots targets during Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022. MCMC-W provides an opportunity to refine the fundamental skills that make a Marine lethal on the battlefield and able to deliver lethal force in a dynamic environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a member of the Marine Corps Shooting Team, spots targets during Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022. MCMC-W provides an opportunity to refine the fundamental skills that make a Marine lethal on the battlefield and able to deliver lethal force in a dynamic environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

Photo by Cpl. Anthony Pio

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a special reactions team member with Provost Marshals Office, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022. In addition to receiving advanced marksmanship training within the action shooting rifle and pistol disciplines, Marines attending the regional MCMCs will also complete their annual rifle and pistol qualifications. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a special reactions team member with Provost Marshals Office, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022. In addition to receiving advanced marksmanship training within the action shooting rifle and pistol disciplines, Marines attending the regional MCMCs will also complete their annual rifle and pistol qualifications. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

Photo by Cpl. Anthony Pio

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a combat marksmanship trainer instructor with Formal Marksmanship Training Center, Weapons and Field Training Battalion, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022. MCMC-W participants enhance their lethality in the use of individual small arms by refining fundamental marksmanship skills, learning advanced marksmanship techniques, and pushing through mental and physical boundaries in a competitive environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a combat marksmanship trainer instructor with Formal Marksmanship Training Center, Weapons and Field Training Battalion, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022. MCMC-W participants enhance their lethality in the use of individual small arms by refining fundamental marksmanship skills, learning advanced marksmanship techniques, and pushing through mental and physical boundaries in a competitive environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

Photo by Cpl. Anthony Pio

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. a ground safety manager with Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 16, 2022. MCMC-W participants enhance their lethality in the use of individual small arms by refining fundamental marksmanship skills, learning advanced marksmanship techniques, and pushing through mental and physical boundaries in a competitive environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. a ground safety manager with Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 16, 2022. MCMC-W participants enhance their lethality in the use of individual small arms by refining fundamental marksmanship skills, learning advanced marksmanship techniques, and pushing through mental and physical boundaries in a competitive environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

Photo by Cpl. Anthony Pio

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a combat graphics specialist with 12th Marine Corps District, Western Recruiting Region, creates a stage plan during Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 16, 2022. MCMC-W enhances a Marine’s lethality on the battlefield via advanced marksmanship training and competition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. a combat graphics specialist with 12th Marine Corps District, Western Recruiting Region, creates a stage plan during Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 16, 2022. MCMC-W enhances a Marine’s lethality on the battlefield via advanced marksmanship training and competition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

Photo by Cpl. Anthony Pio

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. a ground safety manager with Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 16, 2022. MCMC-W enhances a Marine’s lethality on the battlefield via advanced marksmanship training and competition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. a ground safety manager with Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 16, 2022. MCMC-W enhances a Marine’s lethality on the battlefield via advanced marksmanship training and competition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

Photo by Cpl. Anthony Pio

U. S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl... a combat marksmanship coach with Range Company, Weapons and Field Training Battalion, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 16, 2022. MCMC-W enhances a Marine’s lethality on the battlefield via advanced marksmanship training and competition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

U. S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl... a combat marksmanship coach with Range Company, Weapons and Field Training Battalion, fires his weapon during a competition stage while participating in Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition West (MCMC-W) at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 16, 2022. MCMC-W enhances a Marine’s lethality on the battlefield via advanced marksmanship training and competition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony D. Pio)

Photo by Cpl. Anthony Pio

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, I Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment participate in exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 10 – Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades, the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Aiden Hekker, Cpl. Carl Matthew Ruppert, Cpl. Garrett Kiger and Cpl. Sydney Smith)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, I Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment participate in exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 10 – Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades, the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Aiden Hekker, Cpl. Carl Matthew Ruppert, Cpl. Garrett Kiger and Cpl. Sydney Smith)

Photo by Jayme Koucoules

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Col. Kazuhiro Irie, commanding officer of the 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, left, gifts a plaque in honor of exercise Iron Fist 2022 to U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit during the closing ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Col. Kazuhiro Irie, commanding officer of the 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, left, gifts a plaque in honor of exercise Iron Fist 2022 to U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit during the closing ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Col. Kazuhiro Irie, center, commanding officer of the 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, salutes U.S. Marines preparing to be awarded for superior performance during exercise Iron Fist 2022 as part of the closing ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Col. Kazuhiro Irie, center, commanding officer of the 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, salutes U.S. Marines preparing to be awarded for superior performance during exercise Iron Fist 2022 as part of the closing ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), center, rewards Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment for their hard work and dedication during exercise Iron Fist 2022 as part of the closing ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), center, rewards Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment for their hard work and dedication during exercise Iron Fist 2022 as part of the closing ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, right, addresses Marines, Sailors and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment during the closing ceremony for exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, right, addresses Marines, Sailors and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment during the closing ceremony for exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Col. Kazuhiro Irie, commanding officer of the 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, congratulates and gifts a coin to U.S. Marines for their superior performance during exercise Iron Fist 2022 as part of the closing ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Col. Kazuhiro Irie, commanding officer of the 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, congratulates and gifts a coin to U.S. Marines for their superior performance during exercise Iron Fist 2022 as part of the closing ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), congratulates and gifts a 15th MEU coin to a Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldier with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment for his hard work during the closing ceremony for exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), congratulates and gifts a 15th MEU coin to a Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldier with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment for his hard work during the closing ceremony for exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker

Monique Romero, a High School Professor, with Chollah High School Arizona, sends rounds down range during their the one-week long Educators Workshop on February 10th, 2022 while aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, San Diego, California. The Educators’ Workshop is designed to inform high school and college educators about the commitment and benefits of service in the U.S. Marine Corps. Attendees had opportunities to experience what it is like to be a Marine recruit and view a small portion of what new recruits endure. They then return to their place of business with the ability to provide firsthand experience and knowledge to individuals interested in military service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sergeant Anthony Morales)

Monique Romero, a High School Professor, with Chollah High School Arizona, sends rounds down range during their the one-week long Educators Workshop on February 10th, 2022 while aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, San Diego, California. The Educators’ Workshop is designed to inform high school and college educators about the commitment and benefits of service in the U.S. Marine Corps. Attendees had opportunities to experience what it is like to be a Marine recruit and view a small portion of what new recruits endure. They then return to their place of business with the ability to provide firsthand experience and knowledge to individuals interested in military service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sergeant Anthony Morales)

Photo by Sgt. Anthony Morales

High School Educators from both Utah and Arizona, get to opportunity to explore a Marine Corps F-18 Jet during their the one-week long Educators Workshop on February 9th, 2022 while aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, San Diego, California. The Educators’ Workshop is designed to inform high school and college educators about the commitment and benefits of service in the U.S. Marine Corps. Attendees had opportunities to experience what it is like to be a Marine recruit and view a small portion of what new recruits endure. They then return to their place of business with the ability to provide firsthand experience and knowledge to individuals interested in military service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sergeant Anthony Morales)

High School Educators from both Utah and Arizona, get to opportunity to explore a Marine Corps F-18 Jet during their the one-week long Educators Workshop on February 9th, 2022 while aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, San Diego, California. The Educators’ Workshop is designed to inform high school and college educators about the commitment and benefits of service in the U.S. Marine Corps. Attendees had opportunities to experience what it is like to be a Marine recruit and view a small portion of what new recruits endure. They then return to their place of business with the ability to provide firsthand experience and knowledge to individuals interested in military service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sergeant Anthony Morales)

Photo by Sgt. Anthony Morales

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Photo by Jayme Koucoules

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt., a sergeant instructor with Alpha Company, Officer Candidates School, corrects a candidate with Officer Selection Team San Diego during an OCS preparation weekend at Edson Range, Camp Pendleton, California on April 30, 2022. The OCS preparation weekend is designed to prepare aspiring Marine Corps officers mentally and physically for the rigors of OCS. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsey Dornfeld)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt., a sergeant instructor with Alpha Company, Officer Candidates School, corrects a candidate with Officer Selection Team San Diego during an OCS preparation weekend at Edson Range, Camp Pendleton, California on April 30, 2022. The OCS preparation weekend is designed to prepare aspiring Marine Corps officers mentally and physically for the rigors of OCS. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsey Dornfeld)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsey Dornfeld

U.S. Marines race on the track at Paige Field House. Every Marine is expected to maintain a high level of physical fitness regardless of age, rank, or occupation. Over the last few years, the Marine Corps has developed methods like the Force Fitness program, high intensity tactical training and the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program to help ensure Marines are both physically fit and combat ready. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shaina Jupiter)

U.S. Marines race on the track at Paige Field House. Every Marine is expected to maintain a high level of physical fitness regardless of age, rank, or occupation. Over the last few years, the Marine Corps has developed methods like the Force Fitness program, high intensity tactical training and the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program to help ensure Marines are both physically fit and combat ready. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shaina Jupiter)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Shaina Jupiter