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RMDEXK98–The JGSDF 15th Band and the III MEF Band combine their efforts Sept. 14 for the 18th Annual Combined Band Concert at Okinawa Civic Hall in Okinawa City. The concert continued the efforts of both bands to enhance the partner-nations' friendship through mus
RMM42496–Lt. Gen. Lawrence D. Nicholson, the III Marine Expeditionary Force commanding general, addresses the crowd during III MEF Command Master Chief Petty Officer Michael J. Fasano’s retirement ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 9, 2018. Fasano, a native of Mobile, Alabama, worked closely with Nicholson as one of his senior enlisted advisors during the final years of his military career. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Hannah Hall)
RM2JMCFJW–U.S. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, jump from a C-130 Hercules at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 20, 2022. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines’ proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
RM2M9M51E–030312-M-8337G-023. Base: Iwo Jima Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF
RMMKRG25–CATC CAMP FUJI, SHIZUOKA, JAPAN- Lance Cpl. Cassandra Petrich poses for a photo with a child during the Fuji Flightline Festival May 4 on Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Japan, May 5, 2018. The Flightline Festival is an annual event designed to bring members of the local community on base to build relationships, friendships and showcase the Marines' day-to-day operations. As soon as the gates opened, photographers and families raced up the hill towards the static displays. Petrich is a Mariposa, California, native, and a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, Comb
RMW0MMGE–Members of the U.S. military and Armed Forces of the Philippines carry an injured Filipino onto a KC-130J Super Hercules at Tacloban Air Base, Republic of the Philippines Nov. 11. Four Ospreys, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 and three KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152, both part of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF, arrived in the Philippines to support the Armed Forces of the Philippines in conducting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. UPI/Stephen D. Himes/DOD
RM2GFXF78–U.S. Marine Corps Col. Matthew Tracy, commanding officer of 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division, speaks to Marines and Sailors from 3d Marine Division and 3d Marine Logistics Group during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbo
RM2JPB775–Hearne, Texas, USA. 22nd July, 2022. U.S. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, parachute during a high-altitude jump at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 18, 2022. U.S. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. Credit: U.S. Marines/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News
RM2B14BE3–A U.S. Navy corpsman with Expeditionary Operations Training Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, supervises students performing helicopter rope suspension technique training at the parade deck on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, August 14, 2019. Corpsmen were present to assist in case of an emergency while Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion and Soldiers with 1st Special Forces Group conducted the training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Andrew R. Bray)
RM2J0K8KN–Bodo, Norway. 19th Mar, 2022. A U.S. Marines MV-22B Osprey aircraft prepares to taxi prior to vertical lift off during Exercise Cold Response 22 at Norwegian Air Force Base Bodo, March 16, 2022 in Bodo, Norway. A USMC MV-22B Osprey aircraft crashed on March 18th after taking off from Bodo AFB killing all four Marines onboard. Credit: LCpl. Elias Pimentel III/U.S. Marine Corps/Alamy Live News
RMP8B7XY–Lance Cpl. Markus Dodd operates a Humvee during a driving course on Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, June 26, 2018, June 25, 2018. Motor Transportation and Maintenance Company conducts regular training for different driving courses including Humvee, government vehicle and assistant driver courses. Dodd, a machine gunner with the Tactical Readiness and Training, G-3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group Headquarters, 3rd MLG, is a native of Niles, Michigan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jamin M. Powell). ()
RF2GNCMB7–DEDEDO, Guam (April 29, 2020) Rear Adm. John Menoni, commander of Joint Region Marianas, discusses the capabilities of the expeditionary medical facility (EMF) with Governor of Guam Lou Leon Guerrero during her tour of the facility. The EMF will provide expanded medical capabilities in support of DoD’s COVID-19 response and will enable forces to be postured to support Guam and the region if a Defense Support of Civil Authorities mission is requested. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Matthew R. White/Released)200429-N-WR252-1149
RMCEH1DF–CG 12 Exercise Cobra Gold 2012 III MEF Kingdom of Thailand SE227 Sgt. Mikel Peterson combat camera
RMM3P24C–Lt. Gen. Lawrence D. Nicholson, the commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force, hands out Christmas stockings to Marines at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 22, 2017. Nicholson, alongside Santa Claus, wished the Marines happy holidays and provided gifts from volunteer organizations to the III MEF command element to spread Christmas cheer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nelson Duenas/released) III MEF General Spreads Christmas Cheer to his Marines in Okinawa, Japan by #PACOM
RM2JMCFGB–A U.S. Marine with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, parachutes during a high-altitude jump at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 17, 2022. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines’ proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
RM2M9M4YC–030312-M-8337G-022. Base: Iwo Jima Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF
RM2GFXF1Y–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 3d Marine Logistics Group, and 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division, conduct an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of respo
RM2JNWHK5–Hearne, Texas, USA. 22nd July, 2022. U.S. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, parachute during a high-altitude jump at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 18, 2022. U.S. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines' proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. Credit: U.S. Marine/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News
RM2B14FYY–U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Kevin Ware prepares to launch a Small Unmanned Aircraft System, as part of exercise Joint Assault Signals Company Black, Waiouru Military Camp, New Zealand, Sept. 13, 2018. The Small Unmanned Aircraft System provides surveillance, target location and reconnaissance for ground units. Ware, a native of Colorado Springs, Co., is the brigade communications chief for 1st Brigade, 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)
RM2J0K8KW–Bodo, Norway. 09th Mar, 2022. A U.S. Marines MV-22B Osprey aircraft prepares to taxi prior to vertical lift off during Exercise Cold Response 22 at Norwegian Air Force Base Bodo, March 16, 2022 in Bodo, Norway. A USMC MV-22B Osprey aircraft crashed on March 18th after taking off from Bodo AFB killing all four Marines onboard. Credit: LCpl. Elias Pimentel III/U.S. Marine Corps/Alamy Live News
RMFEYW3M–Lance Cpl. Ryan Yancey, from Emory, Texas, radios his team during a joint-training-exercise between III Marine Expeditionary Forces Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear units and Explosive Ordnance Disposal units at the Central Training Area, Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 29, 2016. The exercise enhances unit cohesion between the two units for further training, real-world instances and to keep the Asia-Pacific region safe from explosive ordnances and CBRN threats. Yancey is a CBRN defense specialist with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF.
RMM423DN–“Being NCO of the Year took great effort and accomplishment not only by me, but by my battalion. We took another award home for our unit. I’d like to tell all my Marines, peers and leaders to always keep pushing, whether you get awarded for it or not. Stay hungry, stay confident, stay humble.” - Sgt. Heriberto Navarro, the supply chief of Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Transportation Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, was awarded III Marine Expeditionary Force’s Noncommissioned Officer of the Year at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 8, 2018. Navarro was honored as III MEF
RM2JMCFKH–U.S. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, prepare to land during a high-altitude parachute jump at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 19, 2022. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines’ proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
RM2M9M4XF–030312-M-8337G-024. Base: Iwo Jima Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF Band
RM2GFXF18–U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jarod Jankowski, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3d Marine Logistics Group, and Chicago, Illinois, native, weighs in during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for o
RM2JNWJ1A–Hearne, Texas, USA. 21st July, 2022. U.S. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, jump from a C-130 Hercules at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 20, 2022. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. Credit: U.S. Marine/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News
RM2B14RAC–A U.S. Marine with Force Reconnaissance Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force climbs an insertion ladder during a simulated raid aboard the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) March 21, 2017, in Guam. The 3rd Marine Division Marines are in Guam conducting special insertion and raids training with J Company, 42 Commando and U.S. Sailors with Explosive Ordinance Disposal Mobile Unit 5. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Carl King)
RME1GB9P–U.S. Marine Corps Alistiar E. Howard, a civil affairs officer with III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF), interacts with stu
RMM426A3–Lt. Gen. Lawrence D. Nicholson, III Marine Expeditionary Force Commanding General, gives a speech to the Marines of III MEF before the execution of the Rehearsal of Concept walk at the Tactical Training Exercise Control Group building aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., Jan. 31, 2018. ROC walks are a form of practice for intensive strategy and quick thinking. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Rachel K. Porter)
RM2JMCFFA–U.S. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, parachute during a high-altitude jump at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 17, 2022. U.S. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines’ proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
RM2M9M4YW–030312-M-8337G-007. Base: Iwo Jima Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF Band
RM2GFXF7N–U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brian Wolford, commanding general of 3d Marine Logistics Group, speaks to Marines and Sailors from 3d MLG and 3d Marine Division during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughou
RM2JNWJ5A–Hearne, Texas, USA. 20th July, 2022. U.S. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, prepare to land during a high-altitude parachute jump at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 19, 2022. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines' proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. Credit: U.S. Marines/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News
RM2B14FF0–U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Scott N. Schaller, assigned to EOD Company, 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, walks back from x-raying a suitcase Sept. 5, 2018, at Camp Fuji, Japan. Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians use an X-ray to determine if they can safely inspect items. EOD Company Marines validated proficiency and prepared for worldwide mission deployment in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force by testing their ability to disable and dispose of explosives. Schaller is a native of Easton, Pennsylvania. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Armando Elizalde)
RMDB1NG6–Lt. Gen. Kenneth J. Glueck Jr., right, passes the III Marine Expeditionary Force organizational colors to Lt. Gen. John E. Wissler during the III MEF change of command ceremony July 19 on Camp Foster. 'To our Marines and sailors, you are a certain force i
RMM426A2–Lt. Gen. Lawrence D. Nicholson, III Marine Expeditionary Force Commanding General, gives a speech to the Marines of III MEF before the execution of the Rehearsal of Concept walk at the Tactical Training Exercise Control Group building aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., Jan. 31, 2018. ROC walks are a form of practice for intensive strategy and quick thinking. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Rachel K. Porter)
RM2JMCFFC–U.S. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, parachute during a high-altitude jump at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 18, 2022. U.S. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines’ proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
RM2M9M4Y7–030312-M-8337G-006. Base: Iwo Jima Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF Band
RM2GFXF47–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 3d Marine Logistics Group, and 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division stage an M107 .50 Caliber Special Application Scoped Rifle during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone
RM2K4T873–Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan. 23rd Sep, 2022. U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Samuel Ross, a combat engineer with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, fires an M4A1 service rifle during a live fire range on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, September. 23, 2022. The range was held as a tryout for III Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Corps Installations Pacific Marines to represent their individual units at the upcoming Far East Division Matches shooting competition. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III MEF comprehensive logistics and combat ser
RM2B14GK5–A U.S. Marine with Headquarters Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, sights in while posting 360-degree security during a patrol at the Jungle Warfare Training Center, Camp Gonsalves, Okinawa, Japan, June 28, 2018. The Marines participated in a one week course to improve their jungle survival skills. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brian Burdett)
RMEG1ANT–Marines from III Marine Expeditionary Force load gear into a KC-130J Super Hercules cargo aircraft en route to mainland Japan in support of Operation Tomodachi, March 18. III MEF Marines and sailors are supporting Government of Japan-led humanitarian assistance/disaster relief operations in mainland Japan following the 9.0 magnitude earthquake and subsequent tsunami that struck northern Japan March 11.
RM2MAXP7W–U.S. Navy Capt. Paul Tremblay, the III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF) Chaplain, receives the Legion of Merit on Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, June 7, 2022. Trembley was awarded for his dedicated and faithful service to III MEF.
RM2JMCFK5–A U.S. Marine with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, runs off a landing site following a high-altitude jump at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 18, 2022. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines’ proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
RM2M9M4XB–030312-M-8337G-025. Base: Iwo Jima Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF Band
RM2GFXF7E–U.S. Marine Corps Col. Matthew Tracy, commanding officer of 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division, speaks to Marines and Sailors from 3d Marine Division and 3d Marine Logistics Group during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbo
RM2K4TF30–Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan. 13th Sep, 2022. U.S. Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) fast rope from an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Helicopter Rope Suspension Techniques (HRST) Master Course at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 9, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast rope and helicopter rope suspension training teach Marines proper knots, rappelling techniques, and build confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (Credit Image: © U
RM2B14PEB–Republic of Korea (ROK) Tanks with 1st Tank Battalion, 1st Marine Division, head off firing line in formation after Battel Sight Zeroing their Tanks during Korea Marine Exercise Program (KMEP) 17-6 at SuSong Ri Range, Pohang, Republic of Korea, on March 23, 2017. The purpose of KMEP 17-6 is to enhance and improve the interoperability of both U.S. Marine Corps and Republic of Korea Marines at the tactical level to build warfighting capabilities as partners. This includes ground combat element staff planning, mechanized maneuvers, mountain warfare training, bilateral tank operations and live fir
RME907R5–Philippine Army Maj. Velmor Manaois conducts a free fall jump from a U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter over Basa Air Base, Pampanga province, Philippines, Oct. 7, 2014, during Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) 15. PHIBLEX is a bilater
RM2GKTKA3–U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Christopher W. Moore, III Marine Expeditionary Force command master chief, speaks with attendees at his retirement ceremony at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, June 30, 2021. Moore served in the U.S. Navy for 29 years, with six years at III MEF.
RM2A72NME–A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter sits in a field during a rapid deployment exercise conducted by 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. As the only forward deployed MEF, III MEF is strategically postured to quickly and effectively respond to any crisis using austere, expeditionary bases and established airfields within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner D. Lambert)
RM2M9P0CG–A gathering of III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) Marines at the Beachhead, an enlisted club located on Camp Schwab, Okinawa, to listen to a briefing from General (GEN) Michael W. Hagee, Commandant of the Marine Corps (CMC), and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps (SMMC) Alford McMichael. GEN Hagee visited III MEF for the first time as the CMC, during his visit he will tour Marine bases located on Okinawa, Japan. Base: Camp Schwab Country: Japan (JPN)
RM2GFXF1R–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 3d Marine Logistics Group, and 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division, inspect gear weight during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pa
RM2HMRPFK–Japan. 3rd Feb, 2022. A U.S. Marine with III Marine Expeditionary Force navigates the endurance course during Jungle Leaders Course (JLC) 2-22 at Jungle Warfare Training Center, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 3, 2022. JLC sustains tactics, techniques, and procedures unique to jungle warfare operations. Credit: U.S. Marines/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News
RM2B14GR2–U.S. Navy Builder 2nd Class Joshua Spires, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 4 crew leader, from Gresham Ore., left, and Singapore Army 2nd Sgt. Johnathan Loo, Army Combat Engineer Group compile left-over building material, Feb. 7, 2018, during exercise Cobra Gold 2018. Soldiers and sailors from the Royal Thai Navy, Singapore Army and U.S. Navy, worked together to build a multi-purpose class room for the Wat Sombum Naram school in Rayong province, Thailand. Humanitarian civic action programs will improve the quality of life as well as the general health and welfare of civilian residents in t
RME0KCWA–U.S. Marines comprising the humanitarian assistance survey team, III Marine Expeditionary Force, not shown, conduct an aerial
RM2GKTK8N–U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Christopher W. Moore, III Marine Expeditionary Force command master chief, speaks with attendees at his retirement ceremony at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, June 30, 2021. Moore served in the U.S. Navy for 29 years, with six years at III MEF.
RM2A72NMK–A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter taxies from the runway during a rapid deployment exercise conducted by 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. As the only forward deployed MEF, III MEF is strategically postured to quickly and effectively respond to any crisis using austere, expeditionary bases and established airfields within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner D. Lambert)
RM2M9PNXC–030514-M-9902V-001. Base: Camp Schwab Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF
RM2GFXF3P–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 3d Marine Logistics Group, and 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division, stage an M2 during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific ar
RM2H6YFTP–Iwo To, Tokyo, Japan. 2nd Nov, 2021. U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Juan Villagran, a financial management resource chief (left) and Cpl. Jonathan Baca, a financial management analyst with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron (MWHS) 1, perform a flag folding ceremony at the summit of Mount Suribachi at Iwo To, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 and III Marine Expeditionary Force hiked to the summit of Mount Suribachi in remembrance and in honor of those who came before them. Credit: U.S. Marines/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News
RM2B14NFT–U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Marc Mercado, assigned to the Advanced Infantry Marine Course (AIMC), carries an M240B machine gun during casualty evacuation drills aboard Kahuku Training Area, Hawaii, May 1, 2018. AIMC is intermediate training designed to enhance and test the Marine's skills and leadership abilities as squad leaders in a rifle platoon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Aaron S. Patterson)
RMDB1NFJ–Lt. Gen. John E. Wissler addresses the audience following the III Marine Expeditionary Force change of command ceremony July 19
RM2GKTK9Y–U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Christopher W. Moore, III Marine Expeditionary Force command master chief, stands at attention during his retirement ceremony at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, June 30, 2021. Moore served in the U.S. Navy for 29 years, with six years at III MEF.
RM2A72NJN–CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters sit on the tarmac in preparation for a rapid deployment exercise conducted by 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force in Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 24, 2019. As the only forward deployed MEF, III MEF is strategically postured to quickly and effectively respond to any crisis using austere, expeditionary bases and established airfields within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner D. Lambert)
RM2M9PNXK–030514-M-9902V-005. Base: Camp Schwab Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF
RM2GFXF43–U.S. Marine Corps Col. Christopher Haar, commanding officer of Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3d Marine Logistics Group, inspects Navy Corpsman during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacif
RM2J81KC9–Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. 6th May, 2022. U.S. Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force prepare pallets of body armor, individual first aid kits, and other non-lethal equipment essential to Ukraine's front-line defenders for transport at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, May 6, 2022. The United States is working to expedite deliveries of security assistance to meet urgent needs and will continue to utilize all available tools to support Ukraine's Armed Forces in their ongoing fight to maintain sovereignty and territorial integrity. (Credit Image: © U.S. Marine/ZUMA Press Wire Servic
RM2B14NAY–A U.S. Marine with India Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, provides security during a village clearing drill, part of a company level exercise at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows (MCTAB), Sept. 18, 2018. The company inserted into MCTAB with CH-53E Super Stallions to establish a secure landing zone, patrol over roads and through jungle terrain, and clear simulated villages of hostiles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesus Sepulveda Torres)
RMDB1NF2–Lt. Gen. Kenneth J. Glueck Jr. addresses the audience following the III Marine Expeditionary Force change of command ceremony Ju
RM2GKTK64–A farewell gift is presented to U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Christopher W. Moore, III Marine Expeditionary Force command master chief, during his retirement ceremony June 30, 2021 at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan. Moore served in the U.S. Navy for 29 years, with six years at III MEF.
RM2A72NJM–CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters sit on the tarmac in preperation for a rapid deployment exercise conducted by 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditioary Force in Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 24, 2019. As the only forward deployed MEF, III MEF is strategically postured to quickly and effectively respond to any crisis using austere, expeditionary bases and established airfields within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner D. Lambert)
RM2M9PNWC–030514-M-9902V-002. Base: Camp Schwab Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF
RM2GFXF4G–U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brian Wolford, commanding general of 3d Marine Logistics Group, inspects the troops during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U
RM2K21C7Y–South Korea. 15th Sep, 2022. U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Shane Arena, a fire support coordinator (left), assigned to 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines call for fire during tactical air control party and close air support training at Pilsung Range, Gangwan Province, South Korea, Septembertember 15, 2022. Korea Marine Exercise Program (KMEP) 22-3 is one iteration in a series of continuous combined-training exercises designed to enhance the ROK and U.S. Alliance, promote stability on the Korean Peninsula
RM2B14C7E–U.S. Marines with the 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO) observe the impacts of friendly close air support on simulated targets during training in Okinawa, Japan, June 5, 2018. During the training, fire support Marines with 5th ANGLICO called in close air support and indirect fire to support simulated allied forces through the suppression and neutralization of a simulated enemy threat. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps’ only continuously forward deployed MEU, provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide-range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matt Na
RMDB1N7T–Gen. Eiji Kimizuka speaks with Bonnie Amos July 19 at the Camp Foster parade deck following the III Marine Expeditionary Force c
RM2GKTKBY–U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Petty Officer, Christopher W. Moore, III Marine Expeditionary Force command master chief, gives a speech during his retirement ceremony at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, June 30, 2021. Moore served in the U.S. Navy for 29 years, with six years at III MEF.
RM2A72NJP–CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters sit on the tarmac in preparation for a rapid deployment exercise conducted by 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force in Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 24, 2019. As the only forward deployed MEF, III MEF is strategically postured to quickly and effectively respond to any crisis using austere, expeditionary bases and established airfields within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner D. Lambert)
RM2M9PNXR–030514-M-9902V-003. Base: Camp Schwab Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF
RM2GFXF1K–U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 3d Marine Logistics Group, and 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division, inspect gear weight during an integrated rapid response inspection at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, August 25, 2021. Routine short-notice inspections ensure III MEF Marines remain ready to rapidly deploy and maintain regional security in the Indo-Pacific. 3d MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pa
RM2JN4Y98–July 19, 2022 - Junegle Warfare Training Center, Okinawa, Japan - From left, U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Alden Pizzo, Lance Cpl. Lilly Keller, and Cpl. Sean Bonilla, all landing support specialists with 3rd Landing Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, stand by to attach a skid steer to a CH-53E Super Stallion with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361, currently assigned to 1st Marine Aircraft wing, at Junegle Warfare Training Center, Okinawa, Japan, July 19, 2022. 3rd MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward-deployed combat unit that serves as III
RM2B14NWW–U.S. Marines assigned to Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, conduct a simulated night raid during Blue Chromite 18, at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov 2, 2017. Blue Chromite is a U.S.-only exercise which strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps expeditionary, amphibious rapid-response capabilities based in Okinawa and the greater Indo-Asia-Pacific region. The Hawaii-based battalion is forward deployed to Okinawa, Japan as part of the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Aaron S. Patterson)
RMDB1NDY–Lt. Gen. Kenneth J. Glueck Jr., center, passes the III Marine Expeditionary Force organizational colors to Lt. Gen. John E. Wiss
RM2GKTK96–The family of U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Petty Officer, Christopher W. Moore, III Marine Expeditionary Force command master chief, watches as he gives a speech during his retirement ceremony at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, June 30, 2021. Moore served in the U.S. Navy for 29 years, with six years at III MEF.
RM2A72NKB–CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters sit on the tarmac in preparation for a rapid deployment exercise conducted by 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force in Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 24, 2019. As the only forward deployed MEF, III MEF is strategically postured to quickly and effectively respond to any crisis using austere, expeditionary bases and established airfields within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner D. Lambert)
RM2M9PNTW–030514-M-9902V-004. Base: Camp Schwab Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: III MEF
RM2B14N0E–U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Jesus Gonzalez jumps through an obstacle during the 3rd Marine Division Annual Squad Competition Dec. 7, 2017, at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan. The squad competition is conducted to test and compare each unit to see which is the fittest for combat. The squads are with 1st Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment; 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment; 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment and Combat Assault Battalion. Gonzalez, a Stockton, Calif. native, is a rifleman assigned to Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. The Hawaii-based battalion is forward deployed to Okinawa,
RME8ABWB–U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, assigned to the 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditiona
RM2GKTKD5–The family of U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Petty Officer, Christopher W. Moore, III Marine Expeditionary Force command master chief, watches as he gives a speech during his retirement ceremony at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, June 30, 2021. Moore served in the U.S. Navy for 29 years, with six years at III MEF.
RM2JMCFFY–U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Justin Hoot, a team leader with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, looks out the back of a C-130 Hercules at Hearne Municipal Airport, Hearne, Texas, July 20, 2022. This training was conducted during exercise Desert Eagle 2022 to reinforce proper techniques and the Marines’ proficiency in support of future III MEF operations within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
