I Marine Expeditionary Force

Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu hosted an advanced submission class and seminar on power resiliency for Marines stationed at MCAS Miramar to boost confidence and improve self-defense skills. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Becky Cleveland)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Marine Air Craft Wing and Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar conduct the cake cutting ceremony in honor of the 243rd Marine Corps birthday at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Nov. 7. Since Nov. 10, 1921, Marines have celebrated the Marine Corps birthday with a cake-cutting ceremony symbolizing the beginning of the Marine Corps on Nov. 10, 1775 (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Preston Hightower)

U.S. Marine Sgt. Maj. Ronald Green, Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps, addresses the Marines of Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 2. Sgt. Maj. Green spoke about leadership, resiliency, the future of the Marine Corps and emphasized the importance of camaraderie between the Marines saying, "Every formation is a family reunion."( U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Jake McClung.)

U.S. Marines with Bridge Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion (7th ESB), 1st Marine Logistics Group, construct a Medium Girder Bridge on Gold Beach at Camp Pendleton, CA, Oct. 10, 2018. 7th ESB provide general engineering support of an expeditionary nature to the Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF), to include mobility, counter mobility and survivability enhancements, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), and general supply support to include the handling, storage and distribution of bulk water and fuel. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Conner Robbins/ Released)

1st Marine Divsion's Commanding General, Major General Robert F. Castellvi and Sergeant Major Terrence C. Whitcomb wish marines of 1st Marine division a happy birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Keaton J. Baugh)

Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, has proven to be a cost-effective production method that allows Marines to replace and acquire materials faster. With this process, the traditional process for acquiring gear could be expedited and globalized. Most recently, Marines printed parts for the unmanned aircraft, the RQ-21A BlackJack.

9th Communication Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, activated the first Defensive Cyberspace Operations – Internal Defensive Measures Company during a ceremony on October 1, 2018. The 9th Communication Battalion DCO-IDM Company is the first of three DCO-IDM companies the Marine Corps will activate in accordance with Force Modernization 2025. DCO-IDM Company provides added security to the Marine Corps Enterprise Network by executing defensive cyberspace operations to defend the Marine Air-Ground Task Force information networks across all domains. (U.S. Marine Corps video by LCpl. Patrick Crosley)

James Mattis, the U.S. Secretary of Defense, speaks on the spirit of the U.S. Marine Corps in a tribute to the history of the 1st Marine Division (1st MARDIV). The video depicts historical footage of 1st MARDIV , the most decorated division in the U.S. Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Frank Cordoba)

Marines with 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division conduct SUMMER FIREX at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif.July 30 to Aug. 10, 2018. The exercise was conducted to sustain and enhance 1st Marine Regiment’s ability to plan and deliver fire support coordination, counter fires, and regimental command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. F. Cordoba and Lance Cpl. Jack C. Howell)

U.S. Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit and members of 1st Regiment San Marco Brigade, Italian Landing Force, participate in exercise Mare Aperto, Oct. 8-15, 2018. Mare Aperto is designed to improve combined combat capability, increase operational capacity, and strengthen relationships among exercise participants. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Decker/Released)

U.S. Marines with Task Force Koa Moana (TF KM) participated in the TF KM Mission Rehearsal Exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 16-20, 2018. The exercise confirms TF KM is capable of cross cultural interaction, instruction, and relationship building while training alongside partner nations in order to meet Theater Security Cooperation engagement objectives. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Branden Bourque)

Marines and Sailors from the 1st Marine Logistics Group celebrate 100 years of women in the United States Marine Corps. August 13 marks the 100th anniversary of women in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Miah Nielsen and Sgt. Conner Robbins / Released)

U.S. Marines and Sailors attached to Task Force San Francisco participated in San Francisco Fleet Week, Oct. 1-8, 2018. Fleet Week offers the local community a chance to interact with the Marine Corps, as well as the other sea services through various exercises and community events. San Francisco Fleet Week is unique in that it provides local first responders an opportunity to partner with the nation’s military services in order to better prepare for potential humanitarian assistance or disaster relief efforts.

U.S. Marines assigned to Combat Service Support Company, I Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, I MEF Information Group, conduct a field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 17, 2018. CSSC conducted the field exercise to meet operational and training objectives and to enhance deployment capabilities and unit readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Israel Chincio)

Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Joseph L. Osterman, Commanding General, I Marine Expeditionary Force, explains the importance of San Francisco Fleet Week 2018, following a Senior Leaders Seminar at the Marines’ Memorial Club and Hotel in San Francisco, Oct. 3, 2018. San Francisco Fleet Week offers local emergency responders a unique opportunity to work alongside Marines and Sailors in order to better prepare for potential disaster relief efforts.

Marines with 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment conducted Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SUAS) training on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California Sept. 19, 2018. This training certified the Marines to be SUAS opertators. This increases situational awareness and enhances the Marines' ability to plan and adapt to the mission.

The 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show was a success! Check it out in under four minutes in this video blog!

San Francisco Fleet Week 2018 provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to demonstrate the quality of their personnel to the citizens of San Francisco and surrounding areas. Fleet Week blends a unique training and education program, bringing together key civilian emergency responders and Naval crisis response forces to exchange best practices with a focus on humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, emphasizing defense support to civil authorities.(U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre L. Heath)

The F-35B Lightning II, a new 5th generation joint strike fighter, demonstrates its capabilities during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 29. This year's air show honors "100 years of women in the Marine Corps" featuring several performances and displays that highlight the accomplishments and milestones women have made since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Robert Alejandre)

The Patriots Jet Team performs during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This year’s air show honors “100 years of women in the Marine Corps” by featuring several performances and displays that highlight the accomplishments and milestones women have made since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jake M.T. McClung)

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Calif., Sept. 28. This year’s air show honors “100 years of women in the Marine Corps” by featuring several performances and displays that highlight the accomplishments and milestones women have made since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Becky Cleveland)

Marines with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and 1st Marine Division demonstrate the capabilities of the Marine Corps' principal organizational structure: the Marine Air-Ground Task Force, which specializes in combined-arms tactics utilizing command, ground, aviation and logistics combat elements. This year's air show honors "100 years of women in the Marine Corps" by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones women made since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jacob Pruitt)

U.S. Marines and sailors perform various acts during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show opening ceremony at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 18. This year's air show honors "100 years of women in the Marine Corps" by featuring several performances and displays that highlights accomplishments and milestones of women since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jake M.T. McClung)

U.S. Marine Sgt Lauren Asthon, 1st Marine Logistics Group, shares her experiences throughout her time in the Marine Corps. This year the Marine Corps is celebrating 100 years of female Marines.

San Francisco Fleet Week 2018 provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to demonstrate the quality of their personnel to the citizens of San Francisco and surrounding areas. SFFW 18 is a week-long event that blends a unique training and education program, bringing together key civilian emergency responders and Naval crisis response forces to exchange best practices with a focus on humanitarian assistance disaster relief, emphasizing defense support to civil authorities.(U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre L. Heath)

Marine Corps Air Station Miramar invites guests to attend the 2018 MCAS Miramar Air Show and honoring 100 years of Women serving in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Jake M.T. McClung/Released)

DJIBOUTI (Sept. 12, 2018) U.S. Marine Cpl. Logan Sutte, a team leader with Headquarters and Service Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, speaks about the precision fire range as well as what it means to be a part of a sniper platoon during Theater Amphibious Combat Rehearsal (TACR) 18. Led by Naval Amphibious Force, Task Force 51/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade, TACR integrates U.S. Navy and Marine Corps assets to practice and rehearse a range of critical combat-related capabilities available to U.S. Central Command, both afloat and ashore, to promote stability and security in the region. U.S. 5th Fleet and coalition assets are participating in numerous simultaneous exercises as part of the greater Theater Counter Mine and Maritime Security Exercise to ensure maritime stability and security in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Francisco J. Diaz Jr./Released)

DJIBOUTI (Sept. 12, 2018) U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Ariel Cecil, the Low Altitude Air Defense officer in charge assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 166 Reinforced, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, explains the importance of the Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System during Theater Amphibious Combat Rehearsal (TACR) 18. Led by Naval Amphibious Force, Task Force 51/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade, TACR integrates U.S. Navy and Marine Corps assets to practice and rehearse a range of critical combat-related capabilities available to U.S. Central Command, both afloat and ashore, to promote stability and security in the region. U.S. 5th Fleet and coalition assets are participating in numerous simultaneous exercises as part of the greater Theater Counter Mine and Maritime Security Exercise to ensure maritime stability and security in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Francisco J. Diaz Jr./Released)

An animation commercial bringing awareness to some of the reasons that it might be good to re-enlist in the Marine Corps.

The 13th MEU Female Engagement team increases their intreoperabitlity by training with their Sri Lanka Navy and Marine counterparts.

Marines and Sailors with I Marine Expeditionary Force attend a jiu jitsu seminar on Camp Pendleton, California Aug. 30, 2018. The seminar focused on teaching Marines and Sailors how to be resilient in order to be combat ready. The seminar also emphasized the importance of seeking help.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Colby Melendez, an infantry motormen with 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, shares his story while attending Los Angeles Fleet Week from Aug. 31 - Sept. 3, 2018. Melendez is a Los Angeles native and participates in the fleet week by sharing his experiences in the Marines Corps and what it feels like to give back to the community. Los Angeles Fleet Week provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to demonstrate the quality of personnel to the citizens of Los Angeles and surrounding areas. Through fleet weeks, the military gains the opportunity to educate area leaders and the general public about the Marine Corps and Navy. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre Heath)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Cameron Soldano, a military working dog handler with 1st Law Enforcement Battalion, I Marine Information Group, shares his story during Los Angeles Fleet Week, Sept. 3, 2018. Soldano, a native of Sacramento, Calif., and his military working dog, Ammo, are trained to perform searches, subdue suspects, and detect explosives and narcotics. Los Angeles Fleet Week provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to demonstrate the quality of personnel to the citizens of Los Angeles and surrounding areas. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joseph Prado)

The Marines and Sailors of I Marine Expeditionary Force participated in Los Angeles Fleet Week. Aug. 27 - Sept. 3. LAFW provided an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to demonstrate the quality of personnel to the citizens of Los Angeles and surrounding areas. Static displays give the Marine Corps the opportunity to cultivate the Navy-Marine Corps relationship with the American people and to showcase the ability to serve as an expeditionary force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre L. Heath)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Crystal Quiroz, a motor vehicle operator with 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, shares her story while attending the Los Angeles Fleet Week from Sept. 2, 2018. This year marks a century of women serving in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joseph Prado)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Scott Sasser, a media operations officer with I Marine Expeditionary Force, was promoted aboard the USS Iowa during Los Angeles Fleet Week, Sept. 1, 2018. The residents of San Pedro, Calif. were invited to view the promotion as Sasser was promoted from a company-grade officer to a field grade officer. Commissioned officer ranks are subdivided into generals, field-grade, and company-grade officers. Through fleet weeks, the military gains the opportunity to educate area leaders and the general public about the Marine Corps and Navy. ( U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre Heath)

U.S. Marines and Sailors belonging to the I Marine Expeditionary Force and local Los Angeles first responders provided a firsthand look into the resources and capabilities of local and military first responders in the event of a Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) level disaster during Los Angeles Fleet Week 2018 on Aug. 29, 2018. LAFW 18 Provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to demonstrate the quality of personnel to the citizens of Los Angeles and surrounding areas. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre L. Heath)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Crystal Quiroz, a motor vehicle operator with 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, shares her story while attending the Los Angeles Fleet Week from Aug. 31 – Sept. 3, 2018. Quiroz is a Los Angeles native and participates in the fleet week by sharing her experiences in the Marine Corps and what it means to be part of the Logistics Combat Element. Through fleet weeks, the military gains the opportunity to educate area leaders and the general public about the Marine Corps and Navy. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joseph Prado)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Raymond Guerra, a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group, shares why he enjoys participating in Los Angeles Fleet Week and what it means to serve, while participating in LA Fleet Week from Aug. 31 - Sept. 3, 2018. Guerra is a Los Angeles native and participates in the fleet week by sharing his experiences in the Marines Corps and what it means to be a part of the Logistics Combat Element. Los Angeles Fleet Week provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to demonstrate the quality of personnel to the citizens of Los Angeles and surrounding areas. Through fleet weeks, the military gains the opportunity to educate area leaders and the general public about the Marine Corps and Navy.

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division (MARDIV), conduct combat patrols, causalty evacuation drills, and physical and combat fitness evaluations during the 1st MARDIV Super Squad Competition at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 28, 2018. The competition tests the Marines in a broad spectrum of infantry related skills to include offensive and defensive operations, patrolling techniques, and combat marksmanship, to determine the best squad within 1st MARDIV. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Preston Hightower and Cpl. Zachery Laning)

INDONESIA (Aug. 18, 2018) - U.S. and Indonesian Marines train together in the jungle during Cooperation Afloat Readiness And Training (CARAT) Indonesia 2018. CARAT Indonesia, in its 24th iteration, is designed to enhance information sharing and coordination, build mutual warfighting capability and support long-term regional cooperation enabling both partner armed forces to operate effectively together as a unified maritime force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Danny Gonzalez)

Hawaii SUSTEX

U.S. Marines belonging to the I Marine Expeditionary Force and local Los Angeles first responders will be providing a firsthand look into the resources and capabilities of local and military first responders in the event of a major Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) level disaster in the region at Los Angeles Fleet Week, Aug. 28-29, 2018. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre L. Heath)

U.S. Marines with the I Marine Expeditionary Force will be participating in Los Angeles Fleet Week 2018 from Aug. 31 to Sept. 3. LAFW 18 Provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to visit the city and surrounding areas, participate in community service projects, and share Navy-Marine Corps capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre L. Heath)

CARAT Indonesia 2018 Women's Symposium.

Marines with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 13 demonstrate the elements of an Air Combat Element during Exercise Northern Lightning at Volk Field Counterland Training Center, Camp Douglas, Wis., Aug. 20. Exercise Northern Lightning 2018 allows the Air Force, Marine Corps and Navy to strengthen interoperability between services and gives the different branches a greater understanding of aviation capabilities within a joint fighting force. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. David Bickel)

Marines with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 13 demonstrate the whole Marine Corps concept during Exercise Northern Lightning at Volk Field Counterland Training Center, Camp Douglas, Wis., Aug. 13. Exercise Northern Lightning 2018 allows the Air Force, Marine Corps and Navy to strengthen interoperability between services and gives the different branches a greater understanding of aviation capabilities within a joint fighting force. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. David Bickel)

U.S. Marines with the I Marine Expeditionary Force will be participating in Los Angeles Fleet Week 2018 from Aug. 31 to Sept. 3. LAFW 18 Provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to visit the city and surrounding areas, participate in community service projects, and share Navy-Marine Corps capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre L. Heath)

Marines throughout the Marine Corps adhere to certain standards to get their mission accomplished. One of the key elements to flight is ensuring the aircraft is maintained properly and safe for the pilots and our community. Marines at Northern Lightning 18-2 "fix" on a daily basis. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. David Bickel)