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A U.S. Marine assigned to Reconnaissance Company, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to board an MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th MEU, before a raid during the ground interoperability exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 20, 2023. The ground interoperability training integrates Reconnaissance Company and supporting elements into a raid force to conduct land-based, specialized limited-scale raids in preparation for more complex amphibious and maritime operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Helms)

A U.S. Marine assigned to Reconnaissance Company, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to board an MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th MEU, before a raid during the ground interoperability exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 20, 2023. The ground interoperability training integrates Reconnaissance Company and supporting elements into a raid force to conduct land-based, specialized limited-scale raids in preparation for more complex amphibious and maritime operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Helms)

Photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms

A British Royal Marines Commando assigned to 40 Commando, currently attached to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, engages a target during a shooting drill as part of a close quarters tactics enablers course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 13, 2023. During the CQTE course, instructors from Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, trained 15th MEU and British Royal Marines on detainee handling, urban operations, enhanced marksmanship proficiency, and squad tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Helms)

A British Royal Marines Commando assigned to 40 Commando, currently attached to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, engages a target during a shooting drill as part of a close quarters tactics enablers course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 13, 2023. During the CQTE course, instructors from Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, trained 15th MEU and British Royal Marines on detainee handling, urban operations, enhanced marksmanship proficiency, and squad tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Helms)

Photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms

A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, high crawls to an obtacle during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 11, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, high crawls to an obtacle during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 11, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

Photo by Sgt. Yvonna Guyette

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct pugil sticks during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 11, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct pugil sticks during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 11, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

Photo by Sgt. Yvonna Guyette

U.S. Marine Corps recruit Landen Frettwell, with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, fireman carries another recreuit during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 10, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. Frettwell is a native of Brownsboro, Texas and enlisted in the Marine Corps to create a better life for himself. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

U.S. Marine Corps recruit Landen Frettwell, with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, fireman carries another recreuit during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 10, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. Frettwell is a native of Brownsboro, Texas and enlisted in the Marine Corps to create a better life for himself. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

Photo by Sgt. Yvonna Guyette

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, execute log drills during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 10, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, execute log drills during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 10, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

Photo by Sgt. Yvonna Guyette

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, execute log drills during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 10, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, execute log drills during the Crucible on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 10, 2023. The Crucible is a 54-hour exercise where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Guyette)

Photo by Sgt. Yvonna Guyette

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares land during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 30, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares land during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 30, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Peyton Kahle

U.S. Marines assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 15, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, observe a CH-53E Super Stallion attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th MEU, externally lift a simulated down aircraft during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 30, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

U.S. Marines assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 15, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, observe a CH-53E Super Stallion attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th MEU, externally lift a simulated down aircraft during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 30, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Peyton Kahle

A U.S. Marine assigned to Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 29, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

A U.S. Marine assigned to Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 29, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Peyton Kahle

U.S. Marines assigned to Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, wait to board a CH-53E Super Stallion attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th MEU, during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 27, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

U.S. Marines assigned to Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, wait to board a CH-53E Super Stallion attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th MEU, during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 27, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Peyton Kahle

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Morse, a machine gunner assigned to Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, establishes security during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 26, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Morse, a machine gunner assigned to Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, establishes security during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 26, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Peyton Kahle

U.S. Marines assigned to Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, discuss identification and recovery procedures of a simulated downed pilot during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 27, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

U.S. Marines assigned to Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, discuss identification and recovery procedures of a simulated downed pilot during tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 27, 2023. The training, part of the I Marine Expeditionary Force Expeditionary Operations Training Group TRAP course, develops the capabilities of the TRAP force to enhance their capabilities recover aircraft, personnel, and equipment in austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kahle)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Peyton Kahle

A U.S. Marine Corps Amphibious Combat Vehicle driven by Marines with the ACV Transition Training Unit enters the water at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. As part of a Headquarters Marine Corps initiative the ACV TTU will certify ACV crewmembers, vehicle commanders, maintainers, and unit leadership on the safe operation, maintenance, supervision, and employment of the ACV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Courtright)

A U.S. Marine Corps Amphibious Combat Vehicle driven by Marines with the ACV Transition Training Unit enters the water at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. As part of a Headquarters Marine Corps initiative the ACV TTU will certify ACV crewmembers, vehicle commanders, maintainers, and unit leadership on the safe operation, maintenance, supervision, and employment of the ACV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Courtright)

Photo by Logan Courtright

A U.S. Marine Corps Amphibious Combat Vehicle operated by Marines with the ACV Transition Training Unit drives up the beach at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. As part of a Headquarters Marine Corps initiative the ACV TTU will certify ACV crewmembers, vehicle commanders, maintainers, and unit leadership on the safe operation, maintenance, supervision, and employment of the ACV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Courtright)

A U.S. Marine Corps Amphibious Combat Vehicle operated by Marines with the ACV Transition Training Unit drives up the beach at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. As part of a Headquarters Marine Corps initiative the ACV TTU will certify ACV crewmembers, vehicle commanders, maintainers, and unit leadership on the safe operation, maintenance, supervision, and employment of the ACV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Courtright)

Photo by Logan Courtright

U.S. Marines with the Amphibious Combat Vehicle Transition Training Unit prepare an ACV for open water operations at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. As part of a Headquarters Marine Corps initiative the ACV TTU will certify ACV crewmembers, vehicle commanders, maintainers, and unit leadership on the safe operation, maintenance, supervision, and employment of the ACV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Courtright)

U.S. Marines with the Amphibious Combat Vehicle Transition Training Unit prepare an ACV for open water operations at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. As part of a Headquarters Marine Corps initiative the ACV TTU will certify ACV crewmembers, vehicle commanders, maintainers, and unit leadership on the safe operation, maintenance, supervision, and employment of the ACV. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Courtright)

Photo by Logan Courtright

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, simulate medical evacuations during an amphibious raid course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. The purpose of the amphibious raid course is to train raid force tactics, techniques, and procedures to enhance 1st Bn., 1st Marines’ capabilities in preparation for their deployment with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Garcia)

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, simulate medical evacuations during an amphibious raid course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. The purpose of the amphibious raid course is to train raid force tactics, techniques, and procedures to enhance 1st Bn., 1st Marines’ capabilities in preparation for their deployment with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Garcia)

Photo by Cpl. Fred Garcia

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, navigate to shore during an amphibious raid course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. The purpose of the amphibious raid course is to train raid force tactics, techniques, and procedures to enhance 1st Bn., 1st Marines’ capabilities in preparation for their deployment with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Garcia)

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, navigate to shore during an amphibious raid course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. The purpose of the amphibious raid course is to train raid force tactics, techniques, and procedures to enhance 1st Bn., 1st Marines’ capabilities in preparation for their deployment with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Garcia)

Photo by Cpl. Fred Garcia

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, take accountability after reaching the shore during an amphibious raid course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. The purpose of the amphibious raid course is to train raid force tactics, techniques, and procedures to enhance 1st Bn., 1st Marines’ capabilities in preparation for their deployment with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Garcia)

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, take accountability after reaching the shore during an amphibious raid course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 21, 2023. The purpose of the amphibious raid course is to train raid force tactics, techniques, and procedures to enhance 1st Bn., 1st Marines’ capabilities in preparation for their deployment with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Garcia)

Photo by Cpl. Fred Garcia

A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, aims down his sights during the table one course of fire at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 20, 2023. Table one covered the basic fundamentals of marksmanship and rifle safety in all shooting positions sitting, kneeling, and prone. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alvarez)

A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, aims down his sights during the table one course of fire at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 20, 2023. Table one covered the basic fundamentals of marksmanship and rifle safety in all shooting positions sitting, kneeling, and prone. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alvarez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez