RMPEWXYT–Mr. John Heubusch, executive director of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation, speaks to the guests at the President Ronald Reagan wreath laying ceremony, at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Library, Simi Valley, Calif., Feb. 6, 2016. The purpose of this ceremony is to honor the 105th Anniversary of his birth and pay tribute to his distinguished service to a grateful nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPEWXY1–U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Benjamin Hallquist with 1st Marine Division Band conducts the band before the start of the President Ronald Reagan wreath laying ceremony, at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Library, Simi Valley, Calif., Feb, 6 2016. The purpose of this ceremony is to honor the 105th Anniversary of his birth and pay tribute to his distinguished service to a grateful nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPEWXY5–A U.S. Marine from the 1st Marine Division Band plays the flute before the start of the President Ronald Reagan wreath laying ceremony at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Library, Simi Valley, Calif., Feb, 6 2016. The purpose of this ceremony is to honor the 105th Anniversary of his birth and pay tribute to his distinguished service to a grateful nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPEWY12–U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton present the wreath at the President Ronald Reagan wreath laying ceremony, at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Library, Simi Valley, Calif., Feb. 6, 2016. The purpose of this ceremony is to honor the 105th Anniversary of his birth and pay tribute to his distinguished service to a grateful nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03G–Honored guests pick up appetizers at the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, at Iron Mike’s lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03B–Mr. Paul Chapa, founder of Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) speaks with honored guests after the FISH dinner, at Iron Mike's lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif, Jan. 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03C–Mr. Paul Chapa, the founder of Food Industry Serving Heroes Foundation (FISH), speaks with honored guests prior to the start of the FISH dinner, at Iron Mikes lounge on Camp Pendleton Calif., Jan. 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03H–An honored guest picks up appetizers at the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, at Iron Mike’s lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03M–Appetizers placed on the table, at Iron Mike’s lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif., prior to the start of the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03D–U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General speaks with honored guests prior to the start of the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, at Iron Mikes lounge on Camp Pendleton Calif., Jan. 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER039–U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General speaks with honored guests at the conclusion of the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, at Iron Mike's lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03N–Celebrity head chef Rick Tarantino (right) places appetizers on a table at Iron Mike’s lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif., prior to the start of the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, Jan. 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03E–An honored guest picks up appetizers at the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, at Iron Mike’s lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03A–Mr. Paul Chapa (left), founder of Food Industry Feeding Heros (FISH), and celeberity chef Rick Tarantino (right) speak with honored guests prior to the start of the FISH dinner, at Iron Mike's lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03J–An honored guest picks up appetizers at the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, at Iron Mike’s lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03P–U.S. Marine Corps GySgt. Jessica Lee, Battalion Mess Chief, with Combat Logistics Battalion 13, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, places appetizers on the table, at Iron Mike’s lounge on Camp Pendleton, Calif. prior to the start of the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, Jan 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released.)
RMPER03K–U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General (left) speaks with celebrity head chef Rick Tarantino (right), prior to the start of the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, Jan 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMPER03F–U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General speaks with honored guests prior to the start of the Food Industry Feeding Heroes (FISH) dinner, at Iron Mikes lounge on Camp Pendleton Calif., Jan. 21, 2016. The event is hosted by Camp Pendleton and MCIWEST Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, and Mr. Paul Chapa to honor service members for their accomplishments and sacrifices. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala/MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)
RMMPE949–U.S. Marine Corps Col. Rocky Chavez (Retired), presesnts Brig. Gen. Kevin J. Killea, commanding general, Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton with a gift during the 1st annual Camp Pendleton Historical Society Awards dinner,, at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2017. (US Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala)
RMMPE94C–U.S. Marines from Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, present the Colors during the 1st annual Camp Pendleton Historical Society Awards dinner, at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2017. (US Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala)
RMPEHG02–U.S. Marine Pfc. Michael Hundley, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, carries empty water jugs for local civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 14, 2015. The Marines with Echo Company, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 31st MEU and CLB 31, 31st MEU, assisted the locals of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU were conducting training near the Mariana Islands when they were redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo
RMPEHFYY–U.S. Marine Pfc. Michael Hundley, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fills water jugs for local civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 14, 2015. The Marines with Echo Company, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 31st MEU and CLB 31, 31st MEU, assisted the locals of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU were conducting training near the Mariana Islands when they were redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance
RMPEHFYX–Cars line up while U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 14, 2015. The Marines with Echo Company, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 31st MEU and CLB 31, 31st MEU, assisted the locals of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU were conducting training near the Mariana Islands when they were redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cp
RMPEHFYM–A U.S. Marine with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fills water jugs for civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 14, 2015. The Marines with Echo Company, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 31st MEU and CLB 31, 31st MEU, assisted the locals of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU were conducting training near the Mariana Islands when they were redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Relea
RMPEHG05–A local boy fills a water jug while U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 14, 2015. The Marines with Echo Company, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 31st MEU and CLB 31, 31st MEU, assisted the locals of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU were conducting training near the Mariana Islands when they were redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps
RMPEGXXE–A young girl watches her parents fill water bottles while U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 13, 2015. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU assisted the people of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The MEU was conducting training near the Mariana Islands when it was redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGXXB–A young girl waits for her parents to fill water jugs while U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 13, 2015. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU assisted the people of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The MEU was conducting training near the Mariana Islands when it was redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGY0X–A young boy fills a water jug while U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 13, 2015. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU assisted the people of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The MEU was conducting training near the Mariana Islands when it was redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGXX9–A man loads water jugs into his truck as U.S. Marine Sgt. Theron Nez, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fills additional water jugs during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 13, 2015. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU assisted the people of Saipan by producing and distributing potable water. The MEU was conducting training near the Mariana Islands when it was redirected to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEEY57–A local boy fills a water jug at a water distribution site set up by U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 12, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEEY54–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 12, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEEY4N–A mother loads water jugs into her car at a water distribution site set up by U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 12, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3 (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released).
RMPEEY4P–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 12, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEEY52–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 12, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEEY56–A local boy fills a water jug at a water distribution site set up by U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 12, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC8G–U.S. Marines Lance Cpl. Andy Larsen and Cpl. Tommy Clark with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, load water from the USS Ashland (LSD 48) into containers on a 7-ton tuck which will be driven to water distribution stations to aid local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo b
RMPEGC8N–U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, speaks with U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, during a tour of a water purification site in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The Marines of CLB 31, 31st MEU, set up the site as part of typhoon relief efforts. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lanc
RMPEEY4E–A local man fills up a water jug at a water distribution site set up by U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marin Expeditionary Unit (MEU), as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC8C–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC87–U.S. Marine Cpl. Harley Santic, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, helps a civilian carry water to his vehicle as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC86–A young woman sets up her water jugs to be filled at a water distribution site set up by U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEEY4F–A young woman sets up her water jugs to be filled at a water distribution site set up by U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEEY58–U.S. Marines Lance Cpl. Andy Larsen and Cpl. Tommy Clark, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, load water from the USS Ashland (LSD 48) into containers on a 7-ton tuck which will be driven to water distribution stations to aid local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo
RMPEGC83–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Colton Santic, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, works on a MEP 806 Generator while Marines distribute water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC8E–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEEY4H–U.S. Marine 7-ton trucks with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare to distribute water and supplies from the USS Ashland (LSD 48) to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC8B–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tommy Clark, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, drives a 7-ton truck loaded with water from the USS Ashland (LSD 48) to a distribution site as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC81–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distribute water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEEY4G–U.S. Marine Sgt. Jeffery Grebbs, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distributes water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC89–U.S. Marine Cpl. Shamus King with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distributes water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC8F–U.S. Marine 7-ton trucks from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, loaded with water from the USS Ashland (LSD 48) are driven to water distribution stations to aid local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC85–U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, speaks with U.S. Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan and Lieutenant Governor Ralph Torres as they tour a water purification site in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The water purification site was set up by the Marines of Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, as part of typhoon relief efforts. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was stru
RMPEEY4D–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Harley Sifflet, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, assembles a Tactical Water Purification System to distribute water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC8D–U.S. Marine 1st Lt. William Tidd, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, distributes water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC82–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Harley Sifflet, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, assembles a Tactical Water Purification System to distribute potable water to local civilians as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC80–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, unload a Tactical Water Purification System at a water production center as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMPEGC88–A local man places a water jug in his Jeep at a water distribution site set up by Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 11, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released.)
RMMPEBM4–U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Kevin J. Killea, commanding general, Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, speaks to guests of the 1st annual Camp Pendleton Historical Society Awards dinner at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2017. (US Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala)
RMMPEBC8–The honorable Mr. Robert Kline speaks to guests of the 1st annual Camp Pendleton Historical Society Awards dinner at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2017. (US Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala)
RMMPEBWR–U.S. Marine Corps Col. Richard Rothwell (Retired), makes his opening remarks to the guests of the 1st annual Camp Pendleton Historical Society Awards dinner at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2017. (US Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala)
RMMPEB98–U.S. Marine Corps Col. Richard Rothwell (Retired), left, presents Col. Rocky Chavez (Retired) with a gift during the 1st annual Camp Pendleton Historical Society Awards dinner at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2017. (US Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala)
RMMPEB8H–U.S. Marine Corps Col. Rocky Chavez (Retired), addresses guests of the 1st annual Camp Pendleton Historical Society Awards dinner at the Pacific Views Event Center on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2017. (US Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brian Bekkala)
RMPEGC7H–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Kevin Hubbard, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, assembles a Light Weight Purification System as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7R–U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Theron Nez, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, shows local children a Light Weight Purification System at a water purification site in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC8J–U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and local men set up a tent at a water purification site in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7T–U.S. Marine Sgt. Theron Nez, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, shows local children a Light Weight Purification System at a water purification site in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC71–U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, load a Light Weight Purification System onto an MV-22B Osprey belonging to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU, on Anderson Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC73–U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, load a Light Weight Purification System onto an MV-22B Osprey belonging to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU, on Anderson Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC70–U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, load a Light Weight Purification System onto an MV-22B Osprey belonging to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU, on Anderson Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7J–U.S. Marine Sgt. Theron Nez, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, starts a Light Weight Purification System during typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7M–U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and local men set up a tent at a water purification site in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7X–Local children jump over a storage bag from a Light Weight Purification System belonging to Combat Logistics Battalion, 31st Marine Expeditonary Unit, at a water purification site in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The LWPS will be used to turn seawater into potable water for the people of Saipan. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC74–U.S. Marines from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, unload a Light Weight Purification System onto a Humvee in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7E–U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, unload a Light Weight Purification System from a Humvee in Saipan, Aug 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC8H–U.S. Marines from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, unload a Light Weight Purification System onto a Humvee in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7W–Local children look at a Light Weight Purification System belonging to Combat Logistics Battalion, 31st Marine Expeditonary Unit, at a water purification site in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The LWPS will be used to turn seawater into potable water for the people of Saipan. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7P–U.S. Marine Sgt. Theron Nez, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, assembles a Light Weight Purification System as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEGC7F–U.S. Marine Sgt. Theron Nez, with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, assembles a Light Weight Purification System as part of typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 10, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEG0BW–U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, and Ralph Torres, the acting governor of Saipan, fly in an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, over the island of Saipan, Aug. 9, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEDAFJ–U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Eric Malinowski, the commanding officer of Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, speaks with U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, and Ralph Torres, the acting governor of Saipan, about typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 9, 2015. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan. Saipan, the most populated island in the Commonwealth of the Norther
RMPEG0AK–Ralph Torres, acting governor of Saipan, embraces U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, after flying over areas of the island damaged by a typhoon Aug. 9, 2015. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEG0AH–U.S. Navy sailors from the USS Ashland (LSD 48) render a salute to Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, as she boards the ship in Saipan, Aug. 9, 2015. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEG0AJ–U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, and Ralph Torres, the acting governor of Saipan, sit in the back of an MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, as they prepare to fly over Saipan to check the damage caused by Typhoon Soudelor, Aug. 9, 2015. The MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after the island was struck by the typhoon Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine C
RMPEG0BR–Ralph Torres, the acting governor of Saipan, prepares to fly in an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, in Saipan, Aug. 9, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEG0BT–U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, straps herself into a seat in an MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, to fly over typhoon-damaged areas in Saipan, Aug. 9, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEG0BP–U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, and Ralph Torres, the acting governor of Saipan, prepare to fly in an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, in Saipan, Aug. 9, 2015. The 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting federal and local agencies with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan after it was struck by Typhoon Soudelor Aug. 2-3. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Bekkala/Released)
RMPEDAFK–U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Eric Malinowski, the commanding officer of Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, speaks with U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, about typhoon relief efforts in Saipan, Aug. 9, 2015. The Marines and sailors of the 31st MEU and the ships of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group are assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency with distributing emergency relief supplies to Saipan. Saipan, the most populated island in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, was struck by Typhoon Soudelor
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