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A Philippine Air Force service member, left, coordinates with U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Steve Lundin, right, the officer in charge of the Humanitarian Assistance Response Team assigned to Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, about unloading palletized family food packs from a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in support of foreign disaster relief operations at Virac, Philippines, Nov. 13, 2025. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. military is working alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines to provide foreign disaster relief support to communities affected by consecutive Typhoons Kalmaegi (Tino) and Fung-Wong (Uwan), which caused extensive damage and tragic loss of life. The forward presence and ready posture of United States Indo-Pacific Command in the region facilitates rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to Allies and partners during times of need. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles)

A Philippine Air Force service member, left, coordinates with U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Steve Lundin, right, the officer in charge of the Humanitarian Assistance Response Team assigned to Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, about unloading palletized family food packs from a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in support of foreign disaster relief operations at Virac, Philippines, Nov. 13, 2025. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. military is working alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines to provide foreign disaster relief support to communities affected by consecutive Typhoons Kalmaegi (Tino) and Fung-Wong (Uwan), which caused extensive damage and tragic loss of life. The forward presence and ready posture of United States Indo-Pacific Command in the region facilitates rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to Allies and partners during times of need. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles)

Photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles

A Philippine Army soldier, right, is assisted by U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Steve Lundin, left, the officer in charge of the Humanitarian Assistance Response Team assigned to Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, in unloading palletized family food packs from a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in support of foreign disaster relief operations at Virac, Philippines, Nov. 13, 2025. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. military is working alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines to provide foreign disaster relief support to communities affected by consecutive Typhoons Kalmaegi (Tino) and Fung-Wong (Uwan), which caused extensive damage and tragic loss of life. The forward presence and ready posture of United States Indo-Pacific Command in the region facilitates rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to Allies and partners during times of need. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles)

A Philippine Army soldier, right, is assisted by U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Steve Lundin, left, the officer in charge of the Humanitarian Assistance Response Team assigned to Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, in unloading palletized family food packs from a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in support of foreign disaster relief operations at Virac, Philippines, Nov. 13, 2025. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. military is working alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines to provide foreign disaster relief support to communities affected by consecutive Typhoons Kalmaegi (Tino) and Fung-Wong (Uwan), which caused extensive damage and tragic loss of life. The forward presence and ready posture of United States Indo-Pacific Command in the region facilitates rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to Allies and partners during times of need. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles)

Photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles

Armed Forces of the Philippines service members and U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, unload palletized family food packs from a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in support of foreign disaster relief operations at Virac, Philippines, Nov. 13, 2025. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. military is working alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines to provide foreign disaster relief support to communities affected by consecutive Typhoons Kalmaegi (Tino) and Fung-Wong (Uwan), which caused extensive damage and tragic loss of life. The forward presence and ready posture of United States Indo-Pacific Command in the region facilitates rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to Allies and partners during times of need. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles)

Armed Forces of the Philippines service members and U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, unload palletized family food packs from a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in support of foreign disaster relief operations at Virac, Philippines, Nov. 13, 2025. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. military is working alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines to provide foreign disaster relief support to communities affected by consecutive Typhoons Kalmaegi (Tino) and Fung-Wong (Uwan), which caused extensive damage and tragic loss of life. The forward presence and ready posture of United States Indo-Pacific Command in the region facilitates rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to Allies and partners during times of need. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles)

Photo by Cpl. Brian Knowles

A static display is staged during a memorial ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 7, 2025. Marines, family, and friends gathered to pay tribute to Maj. Tyler R. Braconi, whose service and sacrifice were remembered during the ceremony. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Renee Gray)

A static display is staged during a memorial ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 7, 2025. Marines, family, and friends gathered to pay tribute to Maj. Tyler R. Braconi, whose service and sacrifice were remembered during the ceremony. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Renee Gray)

Photo by Cpl. Renee Gray

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Christophe Edwards, a grenadier with 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, adjusts his safety line during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 6, 2025. The TRAP course provides Marines with the knowledge and skills required to recover aircraft and personnel in potential search and rescue situations on deployment. Edwards is a native of Louisiana. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jordan Searls)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Christophe Edwards, a grenadier with 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, adjusts his safety line during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 6, 2025. The TRAP course provides Marines with the knowledge and skills required to recover aircraft and personnel in potential search and rescue situations on deployment. Edwards is a native of Louisiana. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jordan Searls)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jordan Searls

U.S. Marines with 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, drive a light armored vehicle through dust during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 6, 2025. The TRAP course provides Marines with the knowledge and skills required to recover aircraft and personnel in potential search and rescue situations on deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jordan Searls)

U.S. Marines with 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, drive a light armored vehicle through dust during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 6, 2025. The TRAP course provides Marines with the knowledge and skills required to recover aircraft and personnel in potential search and rescue situations on deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jordan Searls)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jordan Searls

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Thomas Savage, the commanding general of 1st Marine Division, observes Marines with Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division Schools, operate first-person view small unmanned aircraft systems during a simulated sectored, simultaneous attack at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 31, 2025. The massed drone flight and FPV live-fire strike demonstrates a growing capacity for attack drone operations within I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary R. Jenni)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Thomas Savage, the commanding general of 1st Marine Division, observes Marines with Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division Schools, operate first-person view small unmanned aircraft systems during a simulated sectored, simultaneous attack at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 31, 2025. The massed drone flight and FPV live-fire strike demonstrates a growing capacity for attack drone operations within I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary R. Jenni)

Photo by Cpl. Mary Jenni

A group of first-person view small unmanned aircraft systems approach a target during a simulated sectored, simultaneous attack at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 31, 2025. The massed drone flight and FPV live-fire strike demonstrates a growing capacity for attack drone operations within I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary R. Jenni)

A group of first-person view small unmanned aircraft systems approach a target during a simulated sectored, simultaneous attack at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 31, 2025. The massed drone flight and FPV live-fire strike demonstrates a growing capacity for attack drone operations within I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary R. Jenni)

Photo by Cpl. Mary Jenni

U.S Marine Corps Lieutenant Col. Brian Chong, an information warfare coordinator with I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, right, and Capt. David Robinson, a space plans officer with I MIG, left, conduct a unit physical training event on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 31, 2025. The Marines of I MIG paid tribute to their fallen comrades by running to radio tower with sandbags and ammo cans. The weight of the equipment represented the Marines' faithfulness to each other, captured in the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis, meaning "Always Faithful." (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kristin Louise Long)

U.S Marine Corps Lieutenant Col. Brian Chong, an information warfare coordinator with I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, right, and Capt. David Robinson, a space plans officer with I MIG, left, conduct a unit physical training event on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 31, 2025. The Marines of I MIG paid tribute to their fallen comrades by running to radio tower with sandbags and ammo cans. The weight of the equipment represented the Marines' faithfulness to each other, captured in the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis, meaning "Always Faithful." (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kristin Louise Long)

Photo by Sgt. Kristin Louise Long

U.S. Marine Corps Col. William DeLeal II, commanding officer of I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group discusses the Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, I MIG at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 30, 2025. The Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System, a secure digital communication network that enhances real-time data exchange and improves command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. William DeLeal II, commanding officer of I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group discusses the Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, I MIG at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 30, 2025. The Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System, a secure digital communication network that enhances real-time data exchange and improves command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle)

Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle

U.S. Marine Corps Col. William DeLeal II, commanding officer of I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, observes the departure of an UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Air Wing with U.S. Marines assigned to 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, I MIG, during familiarization training with the Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 30, 2025. The Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System is a secure digital communication network that enhances real-time data exchange and improves command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Theresa Lizarde)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. William DeLeal II, commanding officer of I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, observes the departure of an UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Air Wing with U.S. Marines assigned to 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, I MIG, during familiarization training with the Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 30, 2025. The Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System is a secure digital communication network that enhances real-time data exchange and improves command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Theresa Lizarde)

Photo by Pfc. Theresa Lizarde

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Remington Mederos, a team lead with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, provides ground support to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Air Wing while they conduct familiarization training with the newly integrated Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 28, 2025. The Link 16 system, a secure digital communication network that enhances real-time data exchange and improves command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Remington Mederos, a team lead with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, provides ground support to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Air Wing while they conduct familiarization training with the newly integrated Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 28, 2025. The Link 16 system, a secure digital communication network that enhances real-time data exchange and improves command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle)

Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle

U.S. Marines with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, provide ground support to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Air Wing while they conduct familiarization training with the newly integrated Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 28, 2025. The Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System, a secure digital communication network that enhances real-time data exchange and improves command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle)

U.S. Marines with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, provide ground support to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Air Wing while they conduct familiarization training with the newly integrated Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 28, 2025. The Link 16 Targeting Deconfliction System, a secure digital communication network that enhances real-time data exchange and improves command and control. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle)

Photo by Cpl. Peyton Kahle

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, stand ready to operate a Forward Arming and Refueling Point during the Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center’s joint training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 28, 2025. During the training, Marines with MWSS-372 assisted Sailors with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 5, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 40, and Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron 40 in establishing a FARP. NAWDC 25.3 serves as the cornerstone of naval aviation’s combat readiness—where warfighters refine their skills to enhance lethality, effectiveness, and mission success in high-threat environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jackson Rush)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 372, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, stand ready to operate a Forward Arming and Refueling Point during the Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center’s joint training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 28, 2025. During the training, Marines with MWSS-372 assisted Sailors with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 5, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 40, and Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron 40 in establishing a FARP. NAWDC 25.3 serves as the cornerstone of naval aviation’s combat readiness—where warfighters refine their skills to enhance lethality, effectiveness, and mission success in high-threat environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jackson Rush)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jackson Rush

U.S. Marines with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, fire an M224 60 mm mortar system during Range 400 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, Oct. 25, 2025. Range 400 is a dynamic live-fire range that allows companies the ability to rehearse tactics and procedures for attacking fortified areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Earik Barton)

U.S. Marines with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, fire an M224 60 mm mortar system during Range 400 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, Oct. 25, 2025. Range 400 is a dynamic live-fire range that allows companies the ability to rehearse tactics and procedures for attacking fortified areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Earik Barton)

Photo by Cpl. Earik Barton

A U.S. Marine with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, prepares to fire an M224 60 mm mortar system during Range 400 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, Oct. 25, 2025. Range 400 is a dynamic live-fire range that allows companies the ability to rehearse tactics and procedures for attacking fortified areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Earik Barton)

A U.S. Marine with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, prepares to fire an M224 60 mm mortar system during Range 400 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, Oct. 25, 2025. Range 400 is a dynamic live-fire range that allows companies the ability to rehearse tactics and procedures for attacking fortified areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Earik Barton)

Photo by Cpl. Earik Barton

The U.S. Marine Corps and Navy participate in the Marine Corps 250th Birthday Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 18, 2025. The 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration at Camp Pendleton marks the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday and America’s Semiquincentennial. The live-fire event highlights the Navy-Marine Corps team’s ability to integrate across air, land, and sea, showcasing the Corps’ enduring role as America’s force in-readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

The U.S. Marine Corps and Navy participate in the Marine Corps 250th Birthday Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 18, 2025. The 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration at Camp Pendleton marks the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday and America’s Semiquincentennial. The live-fire event highlights the Navy-Marine Corps team’s ability to integrate across air, land, and sea, showcasing the Corps’ enduring role as America’s force in-readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

Photo by Cpl. Joshua Bustamante

U.S. Marines with I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group compete in different events to win the HMMR trophy during HMMR Day at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Oct. 1, 2025. HMMR day, named for the motto of I MIG, honor, courage, commitment; mission; Marines; readiness, brought together all five battalions and the headquarters element to compete in a field meet that focused on individual warfighting readiness and unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kristin Louise Long)

U.S. Marines with I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group compete in different events to win the HMMR trophy during HMMR Day at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Oct. 1, 2025. HMMR day, named for the motto of I MIG, honor, courage, commitment; mission; Marines; readiness, brought together all five battalions and the headquarters element to compete in a field meet that focused on individual warfighting readiness and unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kristin Louise Long)

Photo by Sgt. Kristin Louise Long

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Noah Reyes, a logistics specialist with 1st Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, supervises an external lift during helicopter support team operations on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Sept. 30, 2025. The operation served to certify crew chiefs and provide hands-on familiarization with the Osprey and external lift operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Noah Reyes, a logistics specialist with 1st Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, supervises an external lift during helicopter support team operations on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Sept. 30, 2025. The operation served to certify crew chiefs and provide hands-on familiarization with the Osprey and external lift operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

U.S. Marines with 1st Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, sling load a concrete black onto an MV-22B Osprey during helicopter support team operations on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Sept. 30, 2025. The operation served to certify crew chiefs and provide hands-on familiarization with the Osprey and external lift operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

U.S. Marines with 1st Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, sling load a concrete black onto an MV-22B Osprey during helicopter support team operations on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Sept. 30, 2025. The operation served to certify crew chiefs and provide hands-on familiarization with the Osprey and external lift operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

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