FEBRUARY 4, 2022 - U.S. Forces, including III Marine Expeditionary Force and Japan Self Defense Forces participated in Keen Edge 22, a bilateral command post exercise, from Jan. 27 through Feb. 3. The annual event is part of an exercise series that improves interagency coordination, combat readiness and interoperability of all participants. “One of the most important … [Read more...]
Breaking Through the Canopy at JWTC
FEBRUARY 3, 2022 - Thick vegetation, nearly vertical slopes and a constant battle with the unknown are just some of the many obstacles faced by students going through the Jungle Warfare Training Center’s reconnaissance and surveillance course. U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, attended Okinawa’s JWTC for a 10-day course from Jan. … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Judge Advocate General Program
FEBRUARY 2, 2022 - It is no secret that becoming a lawyer is difficult; long hours devoted to studying, the bar exam, demanding clients, changing laws and deadlines. The list goes on. While many individuals would rather choose the path of least resistance, lawyers often choose their profession because they like a challenge. Then there are the exceptional few who seek an even … [Read more...]
How the Marine Corps Uses IT to Defeat Evolving Threats
JANUARY 31, 2022 - Each year, Marine Corps Systems Command acquires a range of ground-based innovations designed to meet the warfighter’s needs. This includes infantry weapons, fire support technologies, communication gear, intelligence systems and much more. Much of these capabilities share a common thread: information technology. “You would be hard pressed to name any … [Read more...]
Multi-Capable Airmen Train with US Marine Corps
A-10C Thunderbolt II pilots, along with Marines, refuel jets at Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 15, 2021. This exercise was part of a joint operation with the Marines located at Twentynine Palms. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Vaughn Weber) JANUARY 27, 2022 - Multi-capable Airmen training has expanded to Twentynine Palms, California, with a new opportunity to … [Read more...]