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Republic of Korea Marines walk to the ski slopes during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 23 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. They learned both basic and advanced skiing techniques, like skiing with a pack on or skiing with a weapon in hand. The ROK Marines are with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150123-M-RZ020-002 Stock Photo

RMHF2TKA–Republic of Korea Marines walk to the ski slopes during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 23 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. They learned both basic and advanced skiing techniques, like skiing with a pack on or skiing with a weapon in hand. The ROK Marines are with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150123-M-RZ020-002

Lance Cpl. Chase Gindin provides security for his unit before relocating to an alternate extraction point June 4 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-19 in the Whiskey 4 Training Area, Rodriguez Live Fire Complex, Republic of Korea. During this portion of the exercise scout snipers simulated a mission involving a lost Marine. This exercise allows the battalion to maintain readiness and build the mutual strength and friendship between the ROK Marine Corps and U.S. Marine Corps. Gindin, from Palm Coast, Florida, is a scout sniper with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 3rd Stock Photo

RMF6B04G–Lance Cpl. Chase Gindin provides security for his unit before relocating to an alternate extraction point June 4 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-19 in the Whiskey 4 Training Area, Rodriguez Live Fire Complex, Republic of Korea. During this portion of the exercise scout snipers simulated a mission involving a lost Marine. This exercise allows the battalion to maintain readiness and build the mutual strength and friendship between the ROK Marine Corps and U.S. Marine Corps. Gindin, from Palm Coast, Florida, is a scout sniper with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 3rd

Republic of Korea Marines practice skiing with weapons and light packs during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb back up slopes with skis on. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150126-M-RZ020-077 Stock Photo

RMHF2W20–Republic of Korea Marines practice skiing with weapons and light packs during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb back up slopes with skis on. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150126-M-RZ020-077

U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Stock Photo

RMPXNR3F–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces.

A Republic of Korea Marine practices skiing with a light pack and weapon during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines would later advance to skiing with a heavier pack and engaging targets with their weapons. The ROK Marine is a force reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150126-M-RZ020-056 Stock Photo

RMHF2TXJ–A Republic of Korea Marine practices skiing with a light pack and weapon during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines would later advance to skiing with a heavier pack and engaging targets with their weapons. The ROK Marine is a force reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150126-M-RZ020-056

Republic of Korea Marine Kim Jun Park provides security during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Park is a sniper with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 150112-M-RZ020-006 Stock Photo

RMHF2RR6–Republic of Korea Marine Kim Jun Park provides security during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Park is a sniper with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 150112-M-RZ020-006

U.S. Marine Cpl. Matthew G. Smith practices skiing downhill during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 28 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines were practicing basic and advanced skiing techniques alongside Republic of Korea Marines. Smith is a reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150128-M-RZ020-007 Stock Photo

RMHF2W48–U.S. Marine Cpl. Matthew G. Smith practices skiing downhill during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 28 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines were practicing basic and advanced skiing techniques alongside Republic of Korea Marines. Smith is a reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150128-M-RZ020-007

A Republic of Korea Marine practices turning during snow mobility training during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb back up slopes with skis on. The ROK Marine is a force reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150128-M-RZ020-006 Stock Photo

RMHF2TXH–A Republic of Korea Marine practices turning during snow mobility training during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb back up slopes with skis on. The ROK Marine is a force reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150128-M-RZ020-006

A Republic of Korea Marine zeroes out his weapon before teaching U.S. Marines how to fire it Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. Zeroing the weapon, combined with the proper application of the fundamentals of marksmanship, allows for the rifle optics to align with the targets downrange. U.S. Marines also learned different characteristics of the weapon. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division Stock Photo

RMHF2X0R–A Republic of Korea Marine zeroes out his weapon before teaching U.S. Marines how to fire it Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. Zeroing the weapon, combined with the proper application of the fundamentals of marksmanship, allows for the rifle optics to align with the targets downrange. U.S. Marines also learned different characteristics of the weapon. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division

Sgt. Sean W. Fullaway and other U.S. Marines get excited for the day’s skiing events during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang. The U.S. Marines were being taught the basics of skiing alongside Republic of Korea Marines. The course taught how to stop, how to turn, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb up slopes while wearing skis. The U.S. Marines are with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Fullaway, from Denver, Colorado, is an assistant team leader with the battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo Stock Photo

RMHF2TXG–Sgt. Sean W. Fullaway and other U.S. Marines get excited for the day’s skiing events during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang. The U.S. Marines were being taught the basics of skiing alongside Republic of Korea Marines. The course taught how to stop, how to turn, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb up slopes while wearing skis. The U.S. Marines are with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Fullaway, from Denver, Colorado, is an assistant team leader with the battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo

RMPXNR3R–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces.

U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines learn how to ski during snow mobility warfare training during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang. The course taught the skiers how to stop, how to turn, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb up slopes while wearing skis. The Marines are Reconnaissance Marines with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Sn Stock Photo

RMHF2TXC–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines learn how to ski during snow mobility warfare training during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang. The course taught the skiers how to stop, how to turn, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb up slopes while wearing skis. The Marines are Reconnaissance Marines with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Sn

U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines learn about their skis during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 23 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines learned various basic and advanced ski techniques during snow mobility training. The U.S. Marines are with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150123-M-RZ020-003 Stock Photo

RMHF2TKB–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines learn about their skis during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 23 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines learned various basic and advanced ski techniques during snow mobility training. The U.S. Marines are with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150123-M-RZ020-003

U.S. Marines practice and demonstrate reloading in preparation for the “table three” unknown distance rifle range while being observed by Republic of Korea Marines Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. The ROK Marines conducted the range after watching the U.S. Marines. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissan Stock Photo

RMHF2X39–U.S. Marines practice and demonstrate reloading in preparation for the “table three” unknown distance rifle range while being observed by Republic of Korea Marines Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. The ROK Marines conducted the range after watching the U.S. Marines. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissan

U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Jeremy G. Carter, a Rifle Platoon Commander assigned to 3rd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Stock Photo

RMPXNR38–U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Jeremy G. Carter, a Rifle Platoon Commander assigned to 3rd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces.

Republic of Korea Marines practice reloading in preparation for the U.S. Marine “table three” unknown distance rifle range Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. The U.S. Marines conducted the range first and were observed by the Republic of Korea Marines for demonstration purposes, then they helped the ROK Marines pratice the range. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Ma Stock Photo

RMHF2X3A–Republic of Korea Marines practice reloading in preparation for the U.S. Marine “table three” unknown distance rifle range Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. The U.S. Marines conducted the range first and were observed by the Republic of Korea Marines for demonstration purposes, then they helped the ROK Marines pratice the range. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Ma

Republic of Korea Marines carry combat rubber raiding crafts into the ocean Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The training was to prepare for stealth landings in a port. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, familiarizing U.S. Marines with the Korean Peninsula while building upon an existing strong relationship between the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force re Stock Photo

RMHF2XD1–Republic of Korea Marines carry combat rubber raiding crafts into the ocean Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The training was to prepare for stealth landings in a port. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, familiarizing U.S. Marines with the Korean Peninsula while building upon an existing strong relationship between the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force re

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Ryan B. Klinegardner, an Infantry Rifleman assigned to 3rd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Stock Photo

RMPXNR36–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Ryan B. Klinegardner, an Infantry Rifleman assigned to 3rd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces.

Republic of Korea Marines charge straight up a beachhead before seeking cover Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were storming the beach after landing in combat rubber raiding crafts. The training simulated setting up explosive ordnance on an enemy dock or shipyard. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, enhancing the combat readiness and interoperability of the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Mar Stock Photo

RMHF2XD8–Republic of Korea Marines charge straight up a beachhead before seeking cover Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were storming the beach after landing in combat rubber raiding crafts. The training simulated setting up explosive ordnance on an enemy dock or shipyard. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, enhancing the combat readiness and interoperability of the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Mar

U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) participate in the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11 at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is an annual bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces. Stock Photo

RMPXNR35–U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) participate in the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11 at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is an annual bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces.

Republic of Korea Marines charge up a beachhead before seeking cover while their counterparts slowly sneak up the shore wall Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were storming the beach after landing in combat rubber raiding crafts. The training simulated setting up explosive ordnance on an enemy dock or shipyard and leaving without detection. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, enhancing the combat readiness and interoperability of the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men w Stock Photo

RMHF2XD7–Republic of Korea Marines charge up a beachhead before seeking cover while their counterparts slowly sneak up the shore wall Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were storming the beach after landing in combat rubber raiding crafts. The training simulated setting up explosive ordnance on an enemy dock or shipyard and leaving without detection. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, enhancing the combat readiness and interoperability of the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men w

U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) offload from a U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook Helicopter, in support of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11, at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is a bilateral exercise to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces. Stock Photo

RMPXNR37–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) offload from a U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook Helicopter, in support of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11, at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is a bilateral exercise to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces.

U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines carry a combat rubber raiding craft over their heads Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. This type of carry is common when moving the craft over land or other terrain where it cannot operate. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines use raiding cr Stock Photo

RMHF2XD6–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines carry a combat rubber raiding craft over their heads Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. This type of carry is common when moving the craft over land or other terrain where it cannot operate. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines use raiding cr

RMPXNR34–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) participate in simulated casualty evacuation drills, in support of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11, at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. In support of KMEP 17-11 Marines and Sailors practice medivac drills with their South Korean counterparts to familiarize transporting casualties aboard a helicopter.

Republic of Korea Marines practice using their oars in unison while operating a combat rubber raiding craft Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Although the craft has an engine, the ROK Marines commonly use oars to reduce noise or save fuel. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, enhancing the combat readiness and interoperability of the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines a Stock Photo

RMHF2XD5–Republic of Korea Marines practice using their oars in unison while operating a combat rubber raiding craft Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Although the craft has an engine, the ROK Marines commonly use oars to reduce noise or save fuel. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, enhancing the combat readiness and interoperability of the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines a

RMPXNR30–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) participate in simulated casualty evacuation drills, in support of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11, at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. In support of KMEP 17-11 Marines and Sailors practiced medivac drills with their South Korean counterparts to familiarize transporting casualties aboard a helicopter.

Republic of Korea Marines set up a defensive position around their combat rubber raiding crafts Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines established a defensive position to return to after planting notional explosive ordnance onto an enemy controlled dock or shipyard. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, enhancing the combat readiness and interoperability of the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Stock Photo

RMHF2XD3–Republic of Korea Marines set up a defensive position around their combat rubber raiding crafts Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines established a defensive position to return to after planting notional explosive ordnance onto an enemy controlled dock or shipyard. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, enhancing the combat readiness and interoperability of the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine

RMPXNR32–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) participate in simulated casualty evacuation drills, in support of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11, at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. In support of KMEP 17-11 Marines and Sailors practice medivac drills with their South Korean counterparts to familiarize transporting casualties aboard a helicopter.

Republic of Korea Marines practice using their oars in unison while operating combat rubber raiding crafts Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Although the crafts have engines, the ROK Marines commonly use oars in order to reduce noise or save fuel. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, familiarizing U.S. Marines with the Korean Peninsula while building upon an existing strong relationship between the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Stock Photo

RMHF2XD4–Republic of Korea Marines practice using their oars in unison while operating combat rubber raiding crafts Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Although the crafts have engines, the ROK Marines commonly use oars in order to reduce noise or save fuel. The ROK Marines trained alongside U.S. Marines during KMEP 15-3, familiarizing U.S. Marines with the Korean Peninsula while building upon an existing strong relationship between the two forces. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd

U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines practice firing while maneuvering during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Release Stock Photo

RMHF2RRA–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines practice firing while maneuvering during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Release

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Pablo Villagomez-Aguilera assigned to Headquarters and Support Company, 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) practice room clearing procedures as part of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11 at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is a bilateral exercise to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces. Stock Photo

RMPXNR31–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Pablo Villagomez-Aguilera assigned to Headquarters and Support Company, 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) practice room clearing procedures as part of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11 at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is a bilateral exercise to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces.

RMHF2RPX–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines practice firing while maneuvering during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Release

RMPXNR2T–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) participate in simulated casualty evacuation drills, in support of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11, at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. In support of KMEP 17-11 Marines and Sailors practiced medivac drills with their South Korean counterparts to familiarize transporting casualties aboard a helicopter.

RMHF2RR0–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines practice firing while maneuvering during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Release

U.S. Marine Cpl. Johnathan N. Padilla assigned to India Company, 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) teaches ROK Marines room clearing procedures as part of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11 at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is a bilateral exercise to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces. Stock Photo

RMPXNR2X–U.S. Marine Cpl. Johnathan N. Padilla assigned to India Company, 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) teaches ROK Marines room clearing procedures as part of the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11 at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is a bilateral exercise to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces.

U.S. Marine Sgt. Jaime Garcia demonstrates room clearing techniques to Republic of Korea Marines during a close quarters battle drill during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Garcia, from Mission, Texas, the platoon communications chief, is with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2n Stock Photo

RMHF2RR5–U.S. Marine Sgt. Jaime Garcia demonstrates room clearing techniques to Republic of Korea Marines during a close quarters battle drill during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Garcia, from Mission, Texas, the platoon communications chief, is with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2n

Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Lee Sun Hwang practices firing while maneuvering during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Hwang had completed the 10- km loop course which took place two times before this day’s event. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Hwang is a force reconnaissance radio man with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 150112-M-RZ020-001 Stock Photo

RMHF2RPY–Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Lee Sun Hwang practices firing while maneuvering during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Hwang had completed the 10- km loop course which took place two times before this day’s event. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Hwang is a force reconnaissance radio man with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 150112-M-RZ020-001

Republic of Korea Marines learn the steps for room clearing during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training.The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines Stock Photo

RMHF2RR7–Republic of Korea Marines learn the steps for room clearing during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training.The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines

U.S. Marine Cpl. Richard J. Bennaugh puts on his skis during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. ROK and U.S. Marines learned how to ski, together, during snow mobility training. Training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb up slopes with skis on. Bennaugh, a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a reconnaissance Marine with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The Republic of Korea Marines are with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division Stock Photo

RMHF2TXE–U.S. Marine Cpl. Richard J. Bennaugh puts on his skis during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. ROK and U.S. Marines learned how to ski, together, during snow mobility training. Training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb up slopes with skis on. Bennaugh, a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a reconnaissance Marine with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The Republic of Korea Marines are with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division

Republic of Korea Marines warm up for snow mobility training during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines were learning to ski for snow mobility training as part of mountain warfare training. Training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb back up slopes with skis on. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150126-M-RZ020-015 Stock Photo

RMHF2TXD–Republic of Korea Marines warm up for snow mobility training during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines were learning to ski for snow mobility training as part of mountain warfare training. Training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb back up slopes with skis on. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150126-M-RZ020-015

A Republic of Korea Marine reloads after firing rounds from a Daewoo K201 40mm grenade launcher into a mountainside Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. After this demonstration, the ROK Marines began to teach U.S. Marines the different characteristics of the weapon and how to properly use it. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Stock Photo

RMHF2X0M–A Republic of Korea Marine reloads after firing rounds from a Daewoo K201 40mm grenade launcher into a mountainside Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. After this demonstration, the ROK Marines began to teach U.S. Marines the different characteristics of the weapon and how to properly use it. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released)

Republic of Korea Marines fire rounds from a Daewoo K201 40mm grenade launcher Feb. 5 at a mountainside during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. After this demonstration, the ROK Marines began to teach U.S. Marines the different characteristics of the weapon and how to properly use it. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US Marines operate Stock Photo

RMHF2X0K–Republic of Korea Marines fire rounds from a Daewoo K201 40mm grenade launcher Feb. 5 at a mountainside during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. After this demonstration, the ROK Marines began to teach U.S. Marines the different characteristics of the weapon and how to properly use it. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US Marines operate

A Republic of Korea Marine fires rounds from a Daewoo K5 handgun into a target during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Feb. 5 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. After this demonstration the ROK Marines began to teach U.S. Marines the different characteristics of the weapon and how to properly use it. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US Marines operate ROK weapons 150205 Stock Photo

RMHF2X0P–A Republic of Korea Marine fires rounds from a Daewoo K5 handgun into a target during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Feb. 5 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. After this demonstration the ROK Marines began to teach U.S. Marines the different characteristics of the weapon and how to properly use it. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US Marines operate ROK weapons 150205

U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines hike a 35- km path up a mountain Jan. 15 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Ice and snow covered the entire path. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US, ROK Marines ruck over mountains 150115-M-RZ020-022 Stock Photo

RMHF2T2Y–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines hike a 35- km path up a mountain Jan. 15 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Ice and snow covered the entire path. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US, ROK Marines ruck over mountains 150115-M-RZ020-022

Republic of Korea Marines hike a 35- km path up a mountain Jan. 15 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. They carried packs weighing close to 85 pounds, and marched alongside U.S. Marines from Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US, ROK Marines ruck over mountains 150115-M-RZ020-010 Stock Photo

RMHF2T2X–Republic of Korea Marines hike a 35- km path up a mountain Jan. 15 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. They carried packs weighing close to 85 pounds, and marched alongside U.S. Marines from Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US, ROK Marines ruck over mountains 150115-M-RZ020-010

Republic of Korea Marines hike a 35- km path up a mountain Jan. 15 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were training for mountain warfare and snow mobility warfare alongside their U.S. counterparts from Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US, ROK Marines ruck over mountains 150115-M-RZ020-004 Stock Photo

RMHF2T2T–Republic of Korea Marines hike a 35- km path up a mountain Jan. 15 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were training for mountain warfare and snow mobility warfare alongside their U.S. counterparts from Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US, ROK Marines ruck over mountains 150115-M-RZ020-004

A Republic of Korea Marine clears out the M249 squad automatic weapon Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were given 200 rounds to fire at targets ranging from 200- to- 500 meters out. The U.S. Marines demonstrated the range first and then assisted the ROK Marines during their firing. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marin Stock Photo

RMHF2X3K–A Republic of Korea Marine clears out the M249 squad automatic weapon Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were given 200 rounds to fire at targets ranging from 200- to- 500 meters out. The U.S. Marines demonstrated the range first and then assisted the ROK Marines during their firing. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marin

A Republic of Korea Marine fires the M249 squad automatic weapon Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were given 200 rounds to fire at targets ranging from 200- to 500- meters out. The U.S. Marines demonstrated the range first for Republic of Korea Marines who then fired the range themselves. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S Stock Photo

RMHF2X3J–A Republic of Korea Marine fires the M249 squad automatic weapon Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marines were given 200 rounds to fire at targets ranging from 200- to 500- meters out. The U.S. Marines demonstrated the range first for Republic of Korea Marines who then fired the range themselves. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S

U.S. Marine Cpl. Peyton N. Whitted fires a hammer pair on the “table three” unknown distance rifle range Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. A hammer pair is two shots fired one immediatley after the other. The U.S. Marines conducted the range first and were observed by the Republic of Korea Marines for demonstration purposes, then they helped the ROK Marines pratice the range. Whitted is a reconnaissance man with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissanc Stock Photo

RMHF2X3D–U.S. Marine Cpl. Peyton N. Whitted fires a hammer pair on the “table three” unknown distance rifle range Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. A hammer pair is two shots fired one immediatley after the other. The U.S. Marines conducted the range first and were observed by the Republic of Korea Marines for demonstration purposes, then they helped the ROK Marines pratice the range. Whitted is a reconnaissance man with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissanc

Republic of Korea Marines move while firing for the U.S. Marine “table three” unknown distance rifle range Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. The U.S. Marines conducted the range first to demonstrate the course of fire for the ROK Marines. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2 Stock Photo

RMHF2X3C–Republic of Korea Marines move while firing for the U.S. Marine “table three” unknown distance rifle range Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. The U.S. Marines conducted the range first to demonstrate the course of fire for the ROK Marines. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2

Republic of Korea Marines practice close quarters battle during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines stormed a building with numerous hidden enemy forces, in an effort to learn how to clear buildings and rooms. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 1 Stock Photo

RMHF2RR9–Republic of Korea Marines practice close quarters battle during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines stormed a building with numerous hidden enemy forces, in an effort to learn how to clear buildings and rooms. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 1

A Republic of Korea Marine pratices stopping while on skis during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. U.S. and ROK Marines went through snow mobility training as a part of mountain warfare training. Training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb up slopes with skis on. The ROK Marine is a force reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150126-M-RZ020-046 Stock Photo

RMHF2TXF–A Republic of Korea Marine pratices stopping while on skis during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 26 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. U.S. and ROK Marines went through snow mobility training as a part of mountain warfare training. Training included stopping, turning, proper falling techniques and how to quickly climb up slopes with skis on. The ROK Marine is a force reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Snow skiing mobility training for Marines 150126-M-RZ020-046

U.S. Marine Cpl. Richard J. Bennaugh fires training rounds from a Daewoo K201 grenade launcher Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. The U.S. Marines fired six training rounds and then watched a live fire shoot demonstrated by Republic of Korea Marines. The U.S. Marines were given the unique opportunity to also test out the Daewoo K1 submachine gun, Daewoo K5 handgun, the Daewoo K2 assault rifle and the Daewoo K14 sniper rifle. Bennaugh, from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine D Stock Photo

RMHF2X0N–U.S. Marine Cpl. Richard J. Bennaugh fires training rounds from a Daewoo K201 grenade launcher Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Republic of Korea. The U.S. Marines fired six training rounds and then watched a live fire shoot demonstrated by Republic of Korea Marines. The U.S. Marines were given the unique opportunity to also test out the Daewoo K1 submachine gun, Daewoo K5 handgun, the Daewoo K2 assault rifle and the Daewoo K14 sniper rifle. Bennaugh, from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a reconnaissance man with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine D

RMHF2T30–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines hike a 35- km path up a mountain Jan. 15 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK and U.S. Marines hiked side-by-side from start to finish. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US, ROK Marines ruck over mountains 150115-M-RZ020-098

A Republic of Korea Marine is taught by U.S. Marines their proper firing technique for the M9 9mm service pistol Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The pistol course included speed reloading and drawing the weapon from the holster before firing. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marine is with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) ROK Marines test U.S. Marine weap Stock Photo

RMHF2X3G–A Republic of Korea Marine is taught by U.S. Marines their proper firing technique for the M9 9mm service pistol Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The pistol course included speed reloading and drawing the weapon from the holster before firing. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marine is with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) ROK Marines test U.S. Marine weap

A Republic of Korea Marine fires the M9 9mm service pistol Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marine was taking part in a U.S. Marine range that was demonstrated by U.S. Marines then completed by the ROK Marines. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) ROK Marines test U.S. Marine we Stock Photo

RMHF2X3H–A Republic of Korea Marine fires the M9 9mm service pistol Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 at Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The ROK Marine was taking part in a U.S. Marine range that was demonstrated by U.S. Marines then completed by the ROK Marines. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) ROK Marines test U.S. Marine we

A Republic of Korea Marine fires a controlled pair for the U.S. Marine “table three” unknown distance rifle range Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. A controlled pair is two shots fired in quick succesion, where the shooter takes a short pause between shots to aquire the target again. The U.S. Marines conducted the range first and were observed by the ROK Marines. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Di Stock Photo

RMHF2X3E–A Republic of Korea Marine fires a controlled pair for the U.S. Marine “table three” unknown distance rifle range Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. Table three is a range used for shooting various unknown distances and firing while moving. A controlled pair is two shots fired in quick succesion, where the shooter takes a short pause between shots to aquire the target again. The U.S. Marines conducted the range first and were observed by the ROK Marines. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Di

U.S. Marine Pfc. Joel B. Freitas and Republic of Korea Marine Cpl. Kim Juan Choi provide covering fire during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines provided covering fire for a scenario involving wounded men being evacuated and then treated with combat first aid. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Freitas from New York, New York, is a special gear NCO, with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine E Stock Photo

RMHF2RRB–U.S. Marine Pfc. Joel B. Freitas and Republic of Korea Marine Cpl. Kim Juan Choi provide covering fire during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The Marines provided covering fire for a scenario involving wounded men being evacuated and then treated with combat first aid. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Freitas from New York, New York, is a special gear NCO, with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine E

Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Lee Sun Hwang clears a staircase during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Hwang was taking part in a close quarters battle drill. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Hwang, from Seoul, South Korea, is a force reconnaissance man with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 150112-M-RZ020-004 Stock Photo

RMHF2RR4–Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Lee Sun Hwang clears a staircase during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Hwang was taking part in a close quarters battle drill. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Hwang, from Seoul, South Korea, is a force reconnaissance man with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 150112-M-RZ020-004

Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Lee Sun Hwang covers a corner during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Hwang was taking part in a close quarters battle drill. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Hwang, from Seoul, South Korea, is a force reconnaissance man with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 150112-M-RZ020-008 Stock Photo

RMHF2RR8–Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Lee Sun Hwang covers a corner during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Hwang was taking part in a close quarters battle drill. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Hwang, from Seoul, South Korea, is a force reconnaissance man with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 150112-M-RZ020-008

RMHF2T2W–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines hike a 35- km path up a mountain Jan. 15 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The U.S. Marines hiked side-by-side with their ROK Marine counterparts through snow and ice. The U.S. Marines are reconnaissance men with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are force reconnaissance men with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) US, ROK Marines ruck over mountains 150115-M-RZ020-007

A U.S. Marine fires his M9 9 mm service pistol Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The U.S. Marines conducted a pistol range to demonstrate the form they use while handling a pistol, to Republic of Korea Marines. The U.S. Marine is a reconnaissance man with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) ROK Marines test U.S. Marine weapons 150206-M-RZ020-007 Stock Photo

RMHF2X3F–A U.S. Marine fires his M9 9 mm service pistol Feb. 5 during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Republic of Korea. The U.S. Marines conducted a pistol range to demonstrate the form they use while handling a pistol, to Republic of Korea Marines. The U.S. Marine is a reconnaissance man with Company A, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The ROK Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) ROK Marines test U.S. Marine weapons 150206-M-RZ020-007

Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Lee Sun Hwang leads a fire team through the top floors of a building during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Hwang was taking part in a close quarters battle drill. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Hwang, from Seoul, South Korea, is force reconnaissance man with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 1501 Stock Photo

RMHF2RR2–Republic of Korea Marine Lance Cpl. Lee Sun Hwang leads a fire team through the top floors of a building during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-3 Jan. 12 in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Hwang was taking part in a close quarters battle drill. The event was one of many during a 10- km loop course. Events included rappelling, ordnance disposal, close quarters battle and radio training. Hwang, from Seoul, South Korea, is force reconnaissance man with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler S. Giguere/Released) Marines patrol through Korea 1501

U.S. Marines 3rd Landing Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, direct a TRAM 624KR during Korean Marine Exchange Program 24.1 at Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 15, 2024. KMEP is a bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and strengthens the combined capabilities of Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines. Marine Corps Stock Photo

RM2WWNGJJ–U.S. Marines 3rd Landing Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, direct a TRAM 624KR during Korean Marine Exchange Program 24.1 at Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 15, 2024. KMEP is a bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and strengthens the combined capabilities of Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines. Marine Corps

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Landing Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, guides a Logistics Vehicle Systems Replacement off the USNS Dahl during Korean Marine Exchange Program 24.1 at Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 15, 2024. KMEP is a bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and strengthens the combined capabilities of Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines. Marine Corps Stock Photo

RM2WWNAG2–A U.S. Marine with 3rd Landing Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, guides a Logistics Vehicle Systems Replacement off the USNS Dahl during Korean Marine Exchange Program 24.1 at Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 15, 2024. KMEP is a bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and strengthens the combined capabilities of Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines. Marine Corps

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Landing Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, guides a Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement off the USNS Dahl during Korean Marine Exchange Program 24.1 at Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 15, 2024. KMEP is a bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and strengthens the combined capabilities of Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines. Marine Corps Stock Photo

RM2WWN98X–A U.S. Marine with 3rd Landing Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, guides a Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement off the USNS Dahl during Korean Marine Exchange Program 24.1 at Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 15, 2024. KMEP is a bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and strengthens the combined capabilities of Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines. Marine Corps

Marines with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion drive an amphibious assault vehicle during a simulated amphibious assault at Peninsula Express 15-8 on Dogu Beach, July 3, 2015. Peninsula Express is the eighth iteration this year of the Korean Marine Exchange Program, and the first time Marine Forces Reserve has participated in the series of exercises between the U.S. and Republic of Korea Marine Corps designed to build interoperability and tactical familiarity between partner nations. U.S., ROK Marines share valuable training at Peninsula Express 15 150703-M-KN381-540 Stock Photo

RMHF3FHE–Marines with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion drive an amphibious assault vehicle during a simulated amphibious assault at Peninsula Express 15-8 on Dogu Beach, July 3, 2015. Peninsula Express is the eighth iteration this year of the Korean Marine Exchange Program, and the first time Marine Forces Reserve has participated in the series of exercises between the U.S. and Republic of Korea Marine Corps designed to build interoperability and tactical familiarity between partner nations. U.S., ROK Marines share valuable training at Peninsula Express 15 150703-M-KN381-540

Republic of Korea Marines quickly put on gas masks June 3 at Doksukri Training Area, Republic of Korea, during Korean Military Exchange Program 15-9. U.S. and ROK Marines took nuclear, biological and chemical individual safety measures while practicing what water purification specialists do in midst of an attack. The ROK Marines are with Engineer Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joey S. Holeman, Jr./ Released) US, ROK Water Dogs train for NBC Hazards 141206-M-PU373-082 Stock Photo

RMHF3C7H–Republic of Korea Marines quickly put on gas masks June 3 at Doksukri Training Area, Republic of Korea, during Korean Military Exchange Program 15-9. U.S. and ROK Marines took nuclear, biological and chemical individual safety measures while practicing what water purification specialists do in midst of an attack. The ROK Marines are with Engineer Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joey S. Holeman, Jr./ Released) US, ROK Water Dogs train for NBC Hazards 141206-M-PU373-082

Lance Cpl. Paul J. Yi, chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense specialist with 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 4th Marine Division, translates for American and Korean Marines before a beach assault during Peninsula Express 15 on Dogu beach in Pohang, Republic of Korea, July 3, 2015. Yi attached to Company G, 2nd Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, to serve as the unit's interpreter for the training cycle. Peninsula Express is this year’s eighth iteration of the Korean-Marine Exchange Program, a series of exercises between the U.S. and Republic of Korea Marine Corps desi Stock Photo

RMHF3FH5–Lance Cpl. Paul J. Yi, chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense specialist with 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 4th Marine Division, translates for American and Korean Marines before a beach assault during Peninsula Express 15 on Dogu beach in Pohang, Republic of Korea, July 3, 2015. Yi attached to Company G, 2nd Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, to serve as the unit's interpreter for the training cycle. Peninsula Express is this year’s eighth iteration of the Korean-Marine Exchange Program, a series of exercises between the U.S. and Republic of Korea Marine Corps desi

U.S. Marine Cpl. Avery T. McCormick works with Republic of Korea Marines to hastily wrap up the hoses of a water purification system June 3 at Doksukri Training Area, Republic of Korea, during Korean Military Exchange Program 15-9. The Marines quickly put on their gas masks and made quick work of assembling all the hoses before they became contaminated during a simulated chemical attack. The Marines will continue to work together during this iteration of KMEP, which will increase the engineering capabilities of both nations. The ROK Marines are water purification specialists with Engineer Batt Stock Photo

RMHF3C7K–U.S. Marine Cpl. Avery T. McCormick works with Republic of Korea Marines to hastily wrap up the hoses of a water purification system June 3 at Doksukri Training Area, Republic of Korea, during Korean Military Exchange Program 15-9. The Marines quickly put on their gas masks and made quick work of assembling all the hoses before they became contaminated during a simulated chemical attack. The Marines will continue to work together during this iteration of KMEP, which will increase the engineering capabilities of both nations. The ROK Marines are water purification specialists with Engineer Batt

U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines work together to lay down a hose-reel system June 5 at Doksukri Training Area, Republic of Korea, during Korean Military Exchange Program 15.9. The hose-reel system is used to send fuel to a fuel farm, where it will be able to fuel any asset the Marine Corps has. The Marines laid 3.4 kilometers of hose, which will be used to pump 200,000 gallons of simulated fuel. KMEP 15.9 is focused on improving the engineering capabilities of each nation’s Marine Corps, all while improving relations across the region. The U.S. Marines are bulk fuel specialist with Bulk Fue Stock Photo

RMHF3CCX–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines work together to lay down a hose-reel system June 5 at Doksukri Training Area, Republic of Korea, during Korean Military Exchange Program 15.9. The hose-reel system is used to send fuel to a fuel farm, where it will be able to fuel any asset the Marine Corps has. The Marines laid 3.4 kilometers of hose, which will be used to pump 200,000 gallons of simulated fuel. KMEP 15.9 is focused on improving the engineering capabilities of each nation’s Marine Corps, all while improving relations across the region. The U.S. Marines are bulk fuel specialist with Bulk Fue

RMHF3CCY–U.S. and Republic of Korea Marines work together to lay down a hose-reel system June 5 at Doksukri Training Area, Republic of Korea, during Korean Military Exchange Program 15-9. The hose-reel system is used to transport fuel to a fuel farm where it will be able to fuel any asset the Marine Corps has. The Marines laid 3.4 kilometers of hose, which will be used to pump 200,000 gallons of simulated fuel. KMEP 15-9 is focused on improving the engineering capabilities of each nation’s Marine Corps, all while improving relations across the region. The U.S. Marines are bulk fuel specialist with Bulk

RMHF3C7J–Republic of Korea Marines quickly put on gas masks June 3 at Doksukri Training Area, Republic of Korea, during Korean Military Exchange Program 15-9. U.S. and ROK Marines took nuclear, biological and chemical individual safety measures while practicing water purification procedures in midst of a simulated attack. The ROK Marines are with Engineer Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. The U.S. Marines are with 9th Engineer Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joey S. Holeman, Jr./ Released) US, ROK Water Dogs train for NBC Hazards

Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines put on their gas masks during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. The intent of this training was to introduce the Marines to each other’s chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense procedures, so that they may work together more fluently if a contamination contingency were to arise. KMEP 15-17 is just one iteration in a series of continuous bilateral training exercises that enhances the ROK and U.S. alliance, promotes stability on the Korean Peninsula a Stock Photo

RMHF2XC9–Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines put on their gas masks during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. The intent of this training was to introduce the Marines to each other’s chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense procedures, so that they may work together more fluently if a contamination contingency were to arise. KMEP 15-17 is just one iteration in a series of continuous bilateral training exercises that enhances the ROK and U.S. alliance, promotes stability on the Korean Peninsula a

U.S. Marine Sgt. Byron M. Solano, right, inspects that the ROK Marines’ masks are on properly during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang. The gas masks are designed to protect the wearer’s eyes and airways when being exposed to harmful chemicals. This training allowed the Marines to exchange knowledge on each other’s CBRN defense capabilities. KMEP is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Solano, fro Stock Photo

RMHF2XCA–U.S. Marine Sgt. Byron M. Solano, right, inspects that the ROK Marines’ masks are on properly during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang. The gas masks are designed to protect the wearer’s eyes and airways when being exposed to harmful chemicals. This training allowed the Marines to exchange knowledge on each other’s CBRN defense capabilities. KMEP is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Solano, fro

Republic of Korea Marines show their chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear protective equipment to U.S. Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. This training allowed the Marines to exchange knowledge on each other’s CBRN defense capabilities. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. The ROK Marines are with Company 5, 32nd Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. The U.S. Marines are with Company I, 3rd Battalion, Stock Photo

RMHF2XC6–Republic of Korea Marines show their chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear protective equipment to U.S. Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. This training allowed the Marines to exchange knowledge on each other’s CBRN defense capabilities. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. The ROK Marines are with Company 5, 32nd Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. The U.S. Marines are with Company I, 3rd Battalion,

Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines break the seal of their gas masks during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. Breaking the seal allows the Marines to be exposed to the chemical agent in the air. The overarching goal of the KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. The ROK Marines are with Company 5, 32nd Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. The U.S. Marines are with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment Stock Photo

RMHF2XC8–Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines break the seal of their gas masks during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. Breaking the seal allows the Marines to be exposed to the chemical agent in the air. The overarching goal of the KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. The ROK Marines are with Company 5, 32nd Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. The U.S. Marines are with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment

U.S. Marine Cpl. Matthew G. Nolan, center, tends to a fire alongside Republic of Korea Marine Staff Sgt. Kim Yung Hwa during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Survival skills such as knowing how to find food and clean water and how to build fires and shelters are essential skills in nearly every environment, so this training allows the Marines to be more proficient at what they do, according to U.S. Marine Sgt. Joseph K. Blankenship. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability Stock Photo

RMHF2WPR–U.S. Marine Cpl. Matthew G. Nolan, center, tends to a fire alongside Republic of Korea Marine Staff Sgt. Kim Yung Hwa during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Survival skills such as knowing how to find food and clean water and how to build fires and shelters are essential skills in nearly every environment, so this training allows the Marines to be more proficient at what they do, according to U.S. Marine Sgt. Joseph K. Blankenship. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability

U.S. Marine Cpl. Alex S. Rankin, center, digs a hiding position alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK recon Marines specialize in stealth and scouting, so this training teaches the Marines how to survive without getting caught and still accomplishing the mission. This exercise highlights the two countries’ combined commitment to the defense of the ROK and peace and security in the region. Rankin, a Secane, Pennsylvania, native, is an intelligence specialist with Stock Photo

RMHF2WPX–U.S. Marine Cpl. Alex S. Rankin, center, digs a hiding position alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK recon Marines specialize in stealth and scouting, so this training teaches the Marines how to survive without getting caught and still accomplishing the mission. This exercise highlights the two countries’ combined commitment to the defense of the ROK and peace and security in the region. Rankin, a Secane, Pennsylvania, native, is an intelligence specialist with

U.S. Marines demonstrate their buddy-rushing techniques to Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 5 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. This training ensured that the ROK and U.S. Marines’ understanding of each other’s combat tactics is at the highest level possible. From planning to execution, KMEP 15-4 is a bilateral and collaborative effort between ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. The U.S. Marines are with Company L, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Stock Photo

RMHF2X0A–U.S. Marines demonstrate their buddy-rushing techniques to Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 5 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. This training ensured that the ROK and U.S. Marines’ understanding of each other’s combat tactics is at the highest level possible. From planning to execution, KMEP 15-4 is a bilateral and collaborative effort between ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. The U.S. Marines are with Company L, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division,

Republic of Korea Marines demonstrate their combat tactics for U.S. Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Sharing cultures is a significant factor in gaining a better understanding of the combat tactics of the two forces despite the language barrier, according to ROK Marine Capt. Moon Jung Hwan. KMEP is a regularly scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps’ forces. The ROK Marines are with 1st Reconnaiss Stock Photo

RMHF2WT7–Republic of Korea Marines demonstrate their combat tactics for U.S. Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Sharing cultures is a significant factor in gaining a better understanding of the combat tactics of the two forces despite the language barrier, according to ROK Marine Capt. Moon Jung Hwan. KMEP is a regularly scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps’ forces. The ROK Marines are with 1st Reconnaiss

U.S. Marine Pfc. Kris L. Williams, left, picks up trash alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 12 in Pohang, ROK. The Marines were tasked with cleaning sidewalks, alleyways, dried-up riverbeds and other places where trash accumulates in the city. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Williams, from Columbia, South Carolina, is a field radio operator with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditiona Stock Photo

RMHF2XRH–U.S. Marine Pfc. Kris L. Williams, left, picks up trash alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 12 in Pohang, ROK. The Marines were tasked with cleaning sidewalks, alleyways, dried-up riverbeds and other places where trash accumulates in the city. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Williams, from Columbia, South Carolina, is a field radio operator with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditiona

U.S. Marine Cpl. Lomatthias M. McNealy, left, picks up trash alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 12 in Pohang, ROK. The Marines were tasked with cleaning sidewalks, alleyways, dried-up riverbeds and other places where trash accumulates in the city. KMEP 15-17 is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. McNealy, from San Leandro, California, is an administrative specialist with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned Stock Photo

RMHF2XRK–U.S. Marine Cpl. Lomatthias M. McNealy, left, picks up trash alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 12 in Pohang, ROK. The Marines were tasked with cleaning sidewalks, alleyways, dried-up riverbeds and other places where trash accumulates in the city. KMEP 15-17 is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. McNealy, from San Leandro, California, is an administrative specialist with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Michael R. Guthrie, right, picks up trash alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 12 in Pohang, ROK. U.S. Marines have a strong belief that, upon leaving somewhere, they must leave it in better condition than when they arrived. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment decided to put this belief into action. From planning to execution, KMEP 15-17 has been a bilateral and collaborative effort between ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Guthrie, from St. Louis, Missouri, is an intelligence specialist with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Stock Photo

RMHF2XRJ–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Michael R. Guthrie, right, picks up trash alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 12 in Pohang, ROK. U.S. Marines have a strong belief that, upon leaving somewhere, they must leave it in better condition than when they arrived. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment decided to put this belief into action. From planning to execution, KMEP 15-17 has been a bilateral and collaborative effort between ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Guthrie, from St. Louis, Missouri, is an intelligence specialist with 3rd Battalion, 3rd

U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Scott E. Brose, a Gold Beach, Oregon, native, tends to a fire alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Survival skills such as knowing how to find food and clean water and how to build fires and shelters are essential skills in nearly every environment, so this training allows the Marines to be more proficient at what they do, according to U.S. Marine Sgt. Joseph K. Blankenship. KMEP familiarizes U.S. Marines with the Korean Peninsula and builds upon Stock Photo

RMHF2WPW–U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Scott E. Brose, a Gold Beach, Oregon, native, tends to a fire alongside Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Survival skills such as knowing how to find food and clean water and how to build fires and shelters are essential skills in nearly every environment, so this training allows the Marines to be more proficient at what they do, according to U.S. Marine Sgt. Joseph K. Blankenship. KMEP familiarizes U.S. Marines with the Korean Peninsula and builds upon

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Elias F. Taylor, from Ventura, California, demonstrates combat techniques for Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 5 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Cohesiveness, interoperability and comprehension all play a vital role should the ROK and U.S. Marines need to work together during any future operation, according to U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Donald J. Leek, platoon sergeant with Company L, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Mar Stock Photo

RMHF2X09–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Elias F. Taylor, from Ventura, California, demonstrates combat techniques for Republic of Korea Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 5 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Cohesiveness, interoperability and comprehension all play a vital role should the ROK and U.S. Marines need to work together during any future operation, according to U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Donald J. Leek, platoon sergeant with Company L, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Mar

Republic of Korea Marine Gunnery Sgt. Kim Dong Jin, a Daegu, ROK, native, demonstrates ways to start a fire to U.S. Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK and U.S. Marines learned different ways to survive in the cold mountainous terrain and also new ways of concealing themselves. KMEP is a regularly scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise that enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Kim is a winter mountain warfare instructor with 1 Stock Photo

RMHF2WPT–Republic of Korea Marine Gunnery Sgt. Kim Dong Jin, a Daegu, ROK, native, demonstrates ways to start a fire to U.S. Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. The ROK and U.S. Marines learned different ways to survive in the cold mountainous terrain and also new ways of concealing themselves. KMEP is a regularly scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise that enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Kim is a winter mountain warfare instructor with 1

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Nick A. Foss, from Lakeville, Minnesota, looks down the sights of his M249 squad automatic weapon during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 10 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang, Republic of Korea. KMEP 15-17 is just one iteration in a series of continuous bilateral training exercises that enhance the ROK and U.S. alliance, promote stability on the Korean Peninsula and strengthen ROK and U.S. military capabilities and interoperability. Foss is a machine gunner with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned Stock Photo

RMHF2XEY–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Nick A. Foss, from Lakeville, Minnesota, looks down the sights of his M249 squad automatic weapon during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 10 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang, Republic of Korea. KMEP 15-17 is just one iteration in a series of continuous bilateral training exercises that enhance the ROK and U.S. alliance, promote stability on the Korean Peninsula and strengthen ROK and U.S. military capabilities and interoperability. Foss is a machine gunner with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned

Republic of Korea Marine Staff Sgt. Park Hyunsik, left, trains for military operations in urban terrain alongside U.S. Marine Sgt. Patrick J. Paul during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 5 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Sharing cultures is a significant factor in gaining a better understanding of the combat tactics of the two forces despite the language barrier, according to ROK Marine Capt. Moon Jung Hwan. KMEP 15-4 is just one iteration in a series of continuous bilateral training exercises designed to enhance the ROK and U.S. alliance, p Stock Photo

RMHF2X08–Republic of Korea Marine Staff Sgt. Park Hyunsik, left, trains for military operations in urban terrain alongside U.S. Marine Sgt. Patrick J. Paul during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 5 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Sharing cultures is a significant factor in gaining a better understanding of the combat tactics of the two forces despite the language barrier, according to ROK Marine Capt. Moon Jung Hwan. KMEP 15-4 is just one iteration in a series of continuous bilateral training exercises designed to enhance the ROK and U.S. alliance, p

U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Taylor L. Paul, center, points out an enemy position as Republic of Korea Marine Cpl. Lee Jun Yeob, left, reports it over the radio during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 10 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang, Republic of Korea. KMEP 15-17 is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Paul, from Noel, Missouri, is a platoon commander with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Stock Photo

RMHF2XEW–U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Taylor L. Paul, center, points out an enemy position as Republic of Korea Marine Cpl. Lee Jun Yeob, left, reports it over the radio during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 10 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang, Republic of Korea. KMEP 15-17 is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Paul, from Noel, Missouri, is a platoon commander with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine

U.S. Marine Sgt. Byron M. Solano, right, teaches ROK Marines about the U.S. Marines’ chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense capabilities during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. This training allowed the Marines to exchange knowledge on each other’s CBRN defense capabilities. KMEP is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Solano, a Reno, Nevada, native, is the CBRN Stock Photo

RMM34BEY–U.S. Marine Sgt. Byron M. Solano, right, teaches ROK Marines about the U.S. Marines’ chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense capabilities during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 9 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. This training allowed the Marines to exchange knowledge on each other’s CBRN defense capabilities. KMEP is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Solano, a Reno, Nevada, native, is the CBRN

RMM34BBJ–Republic of Korea Marines demonstrate their combat tactics for U.S. Marines during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-4 Feb. 4 at the Pyeongchang Winter Training Facility, Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. Sharing cultures is a significant factor in gaining a better understanding of the combat tactics of the two forces despite the language barrier, according to ROK Marine Capt. Moon Jung Hwan. KMEP is a regularly scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps’ forces. The ROK Marines are with 1st Reconnaiss

Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines prepare to fire a shoulder-launched multipurpose assault weapon during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 13 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang, Republic of Korea. The SMAW is a shoulder-launched rocket weapon with the primary function of being a portable assault weapon and a secondary anti-armor rocket launcher. From planning to execution, KMEP 15-17 has been a bilateral and collaborative effort between ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. The ROK Marines are with Company 5, 32nd Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. The U Stock Photo

RMM34BMP–Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines prepare to fire a shoulder-launched multipurpose assault weapon during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 13 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang, Republic of Korea. The SMAW is a shoulder-launched rocket weapon with the primary function of being a portable assault weapon and a secondary anti-armor rocket launcher. From planning to execution, KMEP 15-17 has been a bilateral and collaborative effort between ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. The ROK Marines are with Company 5, 32nd Battalion, 1st ROK Marine Division. The U

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Matthew T. Joeckel, a Houston, Texas, native, prepares to rappel down the tower during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 8 at the Minam-ri Mountain Warfare Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. Training alongside the ROK Marines gave the U.S. Marines the unique opportunity to revisit a familiar skill with a foreign force. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Joeckel is a rifleman with Company K, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Mar Stock Photo

RMM34BET–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Matthew T. Joeckel, a Houston, Texas, native, prepares to rappel down the tower during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 8 at the Minam-ri Mountain Warfare Training Facility, Pohang, Republic of Korea. Training alongside the ROK Marines gave the U.S. Marines the unique opportunity to revisit a familiar skill with a foreign force. The overarching goal of KMEP is to enhance and improve the interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Joeckel is a rifleman with Company K, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Mar

RMM34BJA–U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Taylor L. Paul, center, points out an enemy position as Republic of Korea Marine Cpl. Lee Jun Yeob, left, reports it over the radio during Korean Marine Exchange Program 15-17 Feb. 10 at the Cham Sae Mi Close-Quarters Battle Training Facility in Pohang, Republic of Korea. KMEP 15-17 is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral, small-unit training exercise, which enhances the combat readiness and interoperability of ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. Paul, from Noel, Missouri, is a platoon commander with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, currently assigned to 4th Marine

RMMRNPED–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. David A. Diggs)

RMMRNPER–U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. David A. Diggs)

RMMRNPE6–U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Ryan B. Klinegardner, an Infantry Rifleman assigned to 3rd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. (U.S. Marine C

RMMRNPEB–U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Jeremy G. Carter, a Rifle Platoon Commander assigned to 3rd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployed Program and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines share Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training tactics at Training Area Sheep Seven, South Korea, June 15, 2017. U.S. and ROK Marine forces are conducting the Korean Marine Exchange Program 17-11, in order to increase interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps forces. (U.S. Marine Cor

RMMRNPAA–U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, forward deployed to the 3rd Marine Division, as part of the forward Unit Deployment Program, and Republic of Korea Marines (ROK) participate in the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP) 17-11 at Sheep Seven Training Area, South Korea, June 15, 2017. KMEP is an annual bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and combined capabilities of the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Caleb T. Maher)

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