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III MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE

Okinawa, Japan

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A member of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force leaps over a seawall Mar. 9, at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan. The JGSDF members observed Marines from 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, conducting raid missions, amphibious training and scout swimmer classes. The JGSDF members are with the 43rd Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army. (U.S. Marine photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released)

A member of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force leaps over a seawall Mar. 9, at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan. The JGSDF members observed Marines from 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, conducting raid missions, amphibious training and scout swimmer classes. The JGSDF members are with the 43rd Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army. (U.S. Marine photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Tyler Giguere

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Caleb J. Havens observes the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force conduct amphibious operations Mar. 9 at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan. The U.S. Marines and JGSDF service members observed and conducted raid missions, amphibious training and scout swimmer classes. Havens is the executive officer for Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Caleb J. Havens observes the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force conduct amphibious operations Mar. 9 at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan. The U.S. Marines and JGSDF service members observed and conducted raid missions, amphibious training and scout swimmer classes. Havens is the executive officer for Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Tyler Giguere

Japanese Air Self-Defense Forces and U.S. Marine pilots with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, pose with Lt. Gen. John L. Dolan, commander of U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force, during a visit to Komatsu Air Base, Japan, March 9, 2016. Dolan emphasized the importance of bilateral training for both American and Japanese forces during the Komatsu Aviation Training Relocation exercise. This international relationship is essential to security in the Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg/Released)

Japanese Air Self-Defense Forces and U.S. Marine pilots with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, pose with Lt. Gen. John L. Dolan, commander of U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force, during a visit to Komatsu Air Base, Japan, March 9, 2016. Dolan emphasized the importance of bilateral training for both American and Japanese forces during the Komatsu Aviation Training Relocation exercise. This international relationship is essential to security in the Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg

Maj. Gen. Hideki Agario exchanges gifts with U.S. Marines after being on a demonstration flight during a visit to Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, March 8, 2016. Agario and fellow service members visited MCAS Futenma to observe and experience the MV-22B Osprey’s maneuverability and payload capabilities while increasing relations between allied nations in the Asia-Pacific region. Agario is the commanding general of the 15th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, located in Naha, Okinawa. The Marine are with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Maj. Gen. Hideki Agario exchanges gifts with U.S. Marines after being on a demonstration flight during a visit to Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, March 8, 2016. Agario and fellow service members visited MCAS Futenma to observe and experience the MV-22B Osprey’s maneuverability and payload capabilities while increasing relations between allied nations in the Asia-Pacific region. Agario is the commanding general of the 15th Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, located in Naha, Okinawa. The Marine are with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Photo by Cpl. William Hester

Maj. Gen. Hideki Agario before a flight on a MV-22B Osprey during a visit to Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, March 8, 2016. Agario, along with other Japan Ground Self-Defense Force service members, visited MCAS Futenma to have a closer look at the Osprey and experience its capabilities firsthand. Agario is the commanding general of 15th Brigade, JGSDF, located in Naha, Okinawa. The aircraft flown are with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Maj. Gen. Hideki Agario before a flight on a MV-22B Osprey during a visit to Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, March 8, 2016. Agario, along with other Japan Ground Self-Defense Force service members, visited MCAS Futenma to have a closer look at the Osprey and experience its capabilities firsthand. Agario is the commanding general of 15th Brigade, JGSDF, located in Naha, Okinawa. The aircraft flown are with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Photo by Cpl. William Hester

Members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force are escorted to a MV-22B Osprey to experience a firsthand demonstration of its capabilities at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, March 8, 2016. Opportunities to showcase military abilities provide an avenue to increase relations and interoperability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force are escorted to a MV-22B Osprey to experience a firsthand demonstration of its capabilities at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, March 8, 2016. Opportunities to showcase military abilities provide an avenue to increase relations and interoperability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Photo by Cpl. William Hester

A Japan Ground Self Defense Force Western Army Band member helps Sgt. Michael A. Parker and Lance Cpl. Ivan E. Arden with queues during a rehearsal for the Western Army Band’s Music Festival Mar. 3 in an auditorium on Camp Kengun. The Marines will be marching out with the Western Army in sync from separate sides of a stage and meet in a joint formation. The music festival marks the 60th anniversary of the Western Army band. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler Ngiraswei/ Released)

A Japan Ground Self Defense Force Western Army Band member helps Sgt. Michael A. Parker and Lance Cpl. Ivan E. Arden with queues during a rehearsal for the Western Army Band’s Music Festival Mar. 3 in an auditorium on Camp Kengun. The Marines will be marching out with the Western Army in sync from separate sides of a stage and meet in a joint formation. The music festival marks the 60th anniversary of the Western Army band. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler Ngiraswei/ Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler Ngiraswei

Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force band alongside the Western Army band participate in a joint performance Mar. 5 in Sojo Daigaku Hall in Kumamoto, Japan. They are performing Hands Across the Sea, a marching song composed by John Philip Sousa. The music festival marks the 60th anniversary of the Western Army Band. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler Ngiraswei/ Released)

Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force band alongside the Western Army band participate in a joint performance Mar. 5 in Sojo Daigaku Hall in Kumamoto, Japan. They are performing Hands Across the Sea, a marching song composed by John Philip Sousa. The music festival marks the 60th anniversary of the Western Army Band. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler Ngiraswei/ Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler Ngiraswei

A ceremony for the Marines and sailors aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) was held at a port in Busan, Republic of Korea, March 3, 2016. Brig. Gen. John M. Jansen, commanding general, 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade and Rear Adm. John B. Nowell, commanding officer, Expeditionary Strike Group 7, were welcomed by Capt. Lee Dong-hee, commanding officer, Republic of Korea ship Dokdo (LPH 6111). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Darien J. Bjorndal, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit)

A ceremony for the Marines and sailors aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) was held at a port in Busan, Republic of Korea, March 3, 2016. Brig. Gen. John M. Jansen, commanding general, 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade and Rear Adm. John B. Nowell, commanding officer, Expeditionary Strike Group 7, were welcomed by Capt. Lee Dong-hee, commanding officer, Republic of Korea ship Dokdo (LPH 6111). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Darien J. Bjorndal, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit)

Photo by Cpl. Darien J. Bjorndal

A New Zealand Army soldier with 161st Battery, 16th Field Regiment, loads a magazine during marksmanship training in support of Ssang Yong 2016, on Suseong Ri Firing Range, South Korea, March 4, 2016. Exercise Ssang Yong 2016 is a biennial military exercise focused on strengthening the amphibious landing capabilities of the Republic of Korea, the U.S., New Zealand and Australia. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Juan C. Bustos/ Released)

A New Zealand Army soldier with 161st Battery, 16th Field Regiment, loads a magazine during marksmanship training in support of Ssang Yong 2016, on Suseong Ri Firing Range, South Korea, March 4, 2016. Exercise Ssang Yong 2016 is a biennial military exercise focused on strengthening the amphibious landing capabilities of the Republic of Korea, the U.S., New Zealand and Australia. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Juan C. Bustos/ Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Bustos

Gunnery Sgt. Shawn McLouth, from Grand Rapids, Michigan, pushes water toward a main trench, March 4, 2016 in Gwangyang, Republic of Korea. The water made the camp temporarily inoperable but the Marines were able to adapt to the situation and remove the water. Gwanyang Port is being used for reception, staging, and onward integration of Marines and equipment as part of Ssang Yong 16 and Freedom Banner 16. Ssang Yong 16 is a biennial combined amphibious exercise conducted by forward-deployed U.S. forces with the Republic of Korea Navy and Marine Corps, Australian Army and Royal New Zealand Army Forces in order to strengthen our interoperability and working relationships across a wide range of military operations - from disaster relief to complex expeditionary operations. McLouth is the maintenance chief for 1st Tanks Battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey M. Dornfeld/ Released)

Gunnery Sgt. Shawn McLouth, from Grand Rapids, Michigan, pushes water toward a main trench, March 4, 2016 in Gwangyang, Republic of Korea. The water made the camp temporarily inoperable but the Marines were able to adapt to the situation and remove the water. Gwanyang Port is being used for reception, staging, and onward integration of Marines and equipment as part of Ssang Yong 16 and Freedom Banner 16. Ssang Yong 16 is a biennial combined amphibious exercise conducted by forward-deployed U.S. forces with the Republic of Korea Navy and Marine Corps, Australian Army and Royal New Zealand Army Forces in order to strengthen our interoperability and working relationships across a wide range of military operations - from disaster relief to complex expeditionary operations. McLouth is the maintenance chief for 1st Tanks Battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey M. Dornfeld/ Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey Dornfeld

Sgt. Jacorian Callier, from Houston, Texas, gives a hip-pocket class to his Marines on different communications equipment March 6, 2016 in Pohang, Republic of Korea. The Marines are participating in Ssang Yong 16. Ssang Yong 16 is a biennial combined amphibious exercise conducted by forward-deployed U.S. forces with the Republic of Korea Navy and Marine Corps, Australian Army and Royal New Zealand Army Forces in order to strengthen our interoperability and working relationships across a wide range of military operations - from disaster relief to complex expeditionary operations. Callier is a radio operator with 5th ANGLICO. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey M. Dornfeld/ Released)

Sgt. Jacorian Callier, from Houston, Texas, gives a hip-pocket class to his Marines on different communications equipment March 6, 2016 in Pohang, Republic of Korea. The Marines are participating in Ssang Yong 16. Ssang Yong 16 is a biennial combined amphibious exercise conducted by forward-deployed U.S. forces with the Republic of Korea Navy and Marine Corps, Australian Army and Royal New Zealand Army Forces in order to strengthen our interoperability and working relationships across a wide range of military operations - from disaster relief to complex expeditionary operations. Callier is a radio operator with 5th ANGLICO. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey M. Dornfeld/ Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey Dornfeld

BrigGen John Jansen, the commanding general of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade speaks to a group of Marines aboard the United States Navy Ship, Private First Class Dewayne T. Williams, March 3, 2016, Gwangyang Port, Republic of Korea. during exercise Freedom Banner. The ship is a vital asset to the Marine Ground Task Force in transporting the Marines gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey M. Dornfeld/ Released)

BrigGen John Jansen, the commanding general of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade speaks to a group of Marines aboard the United States Navy Ship, Private First Class Dewayne T. Williams, March 3, 2016, Gwangyang Port, Republic of Korea. during exercise Freedom Banner. The ship is a vital asset to the Marine Ground Task Force in transporting the Marines gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey M. Dornfeld/ Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey Dornfeld

Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion demonstrate how to approach a beach in a Combat Rubber Raiding Craft during a raid to service members with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan, March 3, 2016. The JGSDF members watched the Marines perform raid missions and navigate using a nautical compass. The Marines are with 3rd Recon Bn., 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine photo by Cpl. Robert Williams Jr./Released)

Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion demonstrate how to approach a beach in a Combat Rubber Raiding Craft during a raid to service members with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan, March 3, 2016. The JGSDF members watched the Marines perform raid missions and navigate using a nautical compass. The Marines are with 3rd Recon Bn., 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine photo by Cpl. Robert Williams Jr./Released)

Photo by Cpl. Robert D. Williams Jr.

Cpl. Lionel Armstrong observes while members of the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force navigate the seas in a Combat Rubber Raiding Craft at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan, March 3, 2016. The JGSDF members watched the Marines perform raid missions and navigate using a nautical compass. Armstrong, from Richland, Michigan, is a safety swimmer with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine photo by Cpl. Robert Williams Jr./Released)

Cpl. Lionel Armstrong observes while members of the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force navigate the seas in a Combat Rubber Raiding Craft at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan, March 3, 2016. The JGSDF members watched the Marines perform raid missions and navigate using a nautical compass. Armstrong, from Richland, Michigan, is a safety swimmer with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine photo by Cpl. Robert Williams Jr./Released)

Photo by Cpl. Robert D. Williams Jr.

Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force Warrant Officer Hiromori Kawahata, right, poses for a photo with U.S. Marine Sgt. Maj. Jonathan Henry after the JGSDF toured the Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, March 4, 2016. The SNCOA hosted the JGSDF during a Japanese Observer Exchange Program event where JGSDF personnel observed the way the SNCOA teaches Marines leadership skills. The JGSDF observed presentations that explained U.S. Marine rank progression and the instruction each Marine receives as they progress throughout their career. The Japan Observer Exchange Program gives Marines and Sailors with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the JSDF the opportunity to observe the training of their counterparts to increase mutual understanding and interoperability. Kawahata is the Sergeant Major for the JGSDF. Henry from Riddleton, Tennessee, is the director of the SNCOA. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Devon Tindle/Released)

Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force Warrant Officer Hiromori Kawahata, right, poses for a photo with U.S. Marine Sgt. Maj. Jonathan Henry after the JGSDF toured the Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, March 4, 2016. The SNCOA hosted the JGSDF during a Japanese Observer Exchange Program event where JGSDF personnel observed the way the SNCOA teaches Marines leadership skills. The JGSDF observed presentations that explained U.S. Marine rank progression and the instruction each Marine receives as they progress throughout their career. The Japan Observer Exchange Program gives Marines and Sailors with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the JSDF the opportunity to observe the training of their counterparts to increase mutual understanding and interoperability. Kawahata is the Sergeant Major for the JGSDF. Henry from Riddleton, Tennessee, is the director of the SNCOA. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Devon Tindle/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Devon Tindle

U.S. Marine Sgt. Maj. Jonathan Henry salutes a formation of sergeants major with Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force in front of the Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, March 4, 2016. The SNCOA hosted the JGSDF during a Japanese Observer Exchange Program event where JGSDF personnel observed the way the SNCOA teaches Marines leadership skills. The JGSDF observed presentations that explained U.S. Marine rank progression and the instruction each Marine receives as they progress throughout their career. The Japan Observer Exchange Program gives Marines and Sailors with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the JSDF the opportunity to observe the training of their counterparts to increase mutual understanding and interoperability. Henry, from Riddleton, Tennessee, is the director of the SNCOA. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Devon Tindle/Released)

U.S. Marine Sgt. Maj. Jonathan Henry salutes a formation of sergeants major with Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force in front of the Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, March 4, 2016. The SNCOA hosted the JGSDF during a Japanese Observer Exchange Program event where JGSDF personnel observed the way the SNCOA teaches Marines leadership skills. The JGSDF observed presentations that explained U.S. Marine rank progression and the instruction each Marine receives as they progress throughout their career. The Japan Observer Exchange Program gives Marines and Sailors with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the JSDF the opportunity to observe the training of their counterparts to increase mutual understanding and interoperability. Henry, from Riddleton, Tennessee, is the director of the SNCOA. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Devon Tindle/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Devon Tindle

A AH-1 Cobra (Right) and a UH-1Y Huey prepare to touch down at a refuel point before a flight mission during exercise Cobra Gold 16 in Utapao, Thailand, Feb. 16, 2016. The Huey and Cobra usually fly together to increase mission capabilities. The Huey brings capable sensors and the Cobra brings long distance weapon systems resulting in a reliable escort team. The Marines are with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167, currently supporting Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1stl Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force as part of the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

A AH-1 Cobra (Right) and a UH-1Y Huey prepare to touch down at a refuel point before a flight mission during exercise Cobra Gold 16 in Utapao, Thailand, Feb. 16, 2016. The Huey and Cobra usually fly together to increase mission capabilities. The Huey brings capable sensors and the Cobra brings long distance weapon systems resulting in a reliable escort team. The Marines are with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167, currently supporting Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1stl Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force as part of the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Photo by Cpl. William Hester

Sgt. Andrew A. Haley observes a UH-1Y Huey as it prepares to take off for a flight mission during exercise Cobra Gold 16 in Utapao, Thailand, February 16, 2016. Haley, an avid New England Patriots fan, is one of many maintainers who help prepare aircraft before and after takeoff. Cobra Gold is a multi-national exercise designed to advance regional security and ensure effective responses to regional crises by bringing together a robust combined task force from partner nations sharing common goals. Haley, from Conway, New Hampshire, is an airframe mechanic with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167, currently supporting Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force as part of the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Sgt. Andrew A. Haley observes a UH-1Y Huey as it prepares to take off for a flight mission during exercise Cobra Gold 16 in Utapao, Thailand, February 16, 2016. Haley, an avid New England Patriots fan, is one of many maintainers who help prepare aircraft before and after takeoff. Cobra Gold is a multi-national exercise designed to advance regional security and ensure effective responses to regional crises by bringing together a robust combined task force from partner nations sharing common goals. Haley, from Conway, New Hampshire, is an airframe mechanic with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167, currently supporting Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force as part of the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Photo by Cpl. William Hester

Lance Cpl. Rommi S. Swelam observes his fellow crew chiefs in a UH-1Y Huey during a flight as part of Cobra Gold 16 in Utapao, Thailand, Feb. 16, 2016. The Huey gives crew chiefs the advantage of having a “God’s eye” view of the environment below. Cobra Gold is a multi-national exercise designed to increase interoperability and cooperation of participating nations by working toward solutions to common challenges. Swelam, from Raleigh, N.C., is a crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167 which is currently supporting Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1stj Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force under the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Lance Cpl. Rommi S. Swelam observes his fellow crew chiefs in a UH-1Y Huey during a flight as part of Cobra Gold 16 in Utapao, Thailand, Feb. 16, 2016. The Huey gives crew chiefs the advantage of having a “God’s eye” view of the environment below. Cobra Gold is a multi-national exercise designed to increase interoperability and cooperation of participating nations by working toward solutions to common challenges. Swelam, from Raleigh, N.C., is a crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167 which is currently supporting Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1stj Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force under the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Hester/ Released)

Photo by Cpl. William Hester

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