Lance Cpl. Matthew Ritter, a heavy equipment operator with Bulk Fuel Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, shows a couple a weapons system during San Diego Fleet Week 2015 aboard Naval Base Coronado, Calif., Sept. 20, 2015. Thirty-seven Marines from 7th ESB presented static displays during the event to demonstrate the quality of military assets to the citizens of San Diego. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Laura Gauna/released) - Lance Cpl. Matthew Ritter, a heavy equipment operator with Bulk Fuel Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, shows a couple a weapons system during San Diego Fleet Week 2015 aboard Naval Base Coronado, Calif., Sept. 20, 2015. Thirty-seven Marines from 7th ESB presented static displays during the event to demonstrate the quality of military assets to the citizens of San Diego. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Laura Gauna/released)

Lance Cpl. Adam J. Desso, a team leader with 1st Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, supports and mentors an Iraqi Policeman during a routine vehicle search at an Enemy Control Point. While, the battalion’s leaders have stressed the importance of creating a great relationship with the policemen, they also put emphasis on monitoring the Iraqi police as they grow to a high-level that can eventually become an independent force, a feat several stations have already accomplished. - Lance Cpl. Adam J. Desso, a team leader with 1st Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, supports and mentors an Iraqi Policeman during a routine vehicle search at an Enemy Control Point. While, the battalion’s leaders have stressed the importance of creating a great relationship with the policemen, they also put emphasis on monitoring the Iraqi police as they grow to a high-level that can eventually become an independent force, a feat several stations have already accomplished.