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Marines with Marine Air Control Group-28 and 2nd Marine Information Group execute a causalty air-evac with Marines from 1st Marine Raider Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command during a medical training exercise in Hattiesburg, Miss., Nov. 4, 2017. Marines with MACG-28 and 2nd MIG played the role of partner nation forces during the exercise. Marines with 1st MRB participated in RAVEN 18-02, a 10-day realistic military training exercise designed to assess the Marine Special Operations Companies and Marine Special Operations Teams’ capability to effectively complete their missions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Marines with Marine Air Control Group-28 and 2nd Marine Information Group execute a causalty air-evac with Marines from 1st Marine Raider Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command during a medical training exercise in Hattiesburg, Miss., Nov. 4, 2017. Marines with MACG-28 and 2nd MIG played the role of partner nation forces during the exercise. Marines with 1st MRB participated in RAVEN 18-02, a 10-day realistic military training exercise designed to assess the Marine Special Operations Companies and Marine Special Operations Teams’ capability to effectively complete their missions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Marines with Marine Air Control Group-28 and 2nd Marine Information Group perform casualty evacuation with Marines from 1st Marine Raider Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command during a medical training exercise in Hattiesburg, Miss., Nov. 4, 2017. Marines with 1st MRB participated in RAVEN 18-02, a 10-day realistic military training exercise designed to assess the Marine Special Operations Companies and Marine Special Operations Teams’ capability to effectively complete their missions. Marines with MACG-28 and 2nd MIG played the role of partner nation forces during the exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Marines with Marine Air Control Group-28 and 2nd Marine Information Group perform casualty evacuation with Marines from 1st Marine Raider Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command during a medical training exercise in Hattiesburg, Miss., Nov. 4, 2017. Marines with 1st MRB participated in RAVEN 18-02, a 10-day realistic military training exercise designed to assess the Marine Special Operations Companies and Marine Special Operations Teams’ capability to effectively complete their missions. Marines with MACG-28 and 2nd MIG played the role of partner nation forces during the exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

A critical skills operator with 1st Marine Raider Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, discusses simulated terrorist activity in the community with the mayor of the area during a Direct Action exercise in Picayune, Miss., Nov. 2, 2017. Marines with 1st MRB participated in RAVEN 18-02, a 10-day realistic military training exercise designed to assess the Marine Special Operations Companies and Marine Special Operations Teams’ capability to effectively complete their missions. RAVEN is the culminating exercise for MSOCs and subordinate MSOTs meant to enhance the battalion’s readiness for upcoming deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

A critical skills operator with 1st Marine Raider Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, discusses simulated terrorist activity in the community with the mayor of the area during a Direct Action exercise in Picayune, Miss., Nov. 2, 2017. Marines with 1st MRB participated in RAVEN 18-02, a 10-day realistic military training exercise designed to assess the Marine Special Operations Companies and Marine Special Operations Teams’ capability to effectively complete their missions. RAVEN is the culminating exercise for MSOCs and subordinate MSOTs meant to enhance the battalion’s readiness for upcoming deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Critical skills operators with 1st Marine Raider Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provide guidance on better coverage methods to Marines from Marine Air Control Group-28 and 2nd Marine Information Group during a Direct Action exercise in Hattiesburg, Miss., Nov. 3, 2017. Marines with MACG-28 and 2nd MIG played the role of partner nation forces during the exercise. Marines with 1st MRB participated in RAVEN 18-02, a 10-day realistic military training exercise designed to enhance the battalion’s readiness for upcoming deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Critical skills operators with 1st Marine Raider Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provide guidance on better coverage methods to Marines from Marine Air Control Group-28 and 2nd Marine Information Group during a Direct Action exercise in Hattiesburg, Miss., Nov. 3, 2017. Marines with MACG-28 and 2nd MIG played the role of partner nation forces during the exercise. Marines with 1st MRB participated in RAVEN 18-02, a 10-day realistic military training exercise designed to enhance the battalion’s readiness for upcoming deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – Maj. Gen. Carl E. Mundy III, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command commander, awards the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Staff Sgt. Patrick H. Maloney, multi-purpose canine handler with 2D Marine Raider Battalion, at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 30, 2017. While deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve in August 2016, Maloney exposed himself to enemy fire to employ a heavy machinegun mounted in an open truck bed during an enemy ambush. Despite two weapon malfunctions, Maloney effectively suppressed and disrupted the ambush, allowing Raiders to repel the attackers. Maj. Gen. Mundy presented the award on behalf of the President. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Salvador R. Moreno, released)

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – Maj. Gen. Carl E. Mundy III, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command commander, awards the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Staff Sgt. Patrick H. Maloney, multi-purpose canine handler with 2D Marine Raider Battalion, at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 30, 2017. While deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve in August 2016, Maloney exposed himself to enemy fire to employ a heavy machinegun mounted in an open truck bed during an enemy ambush. Despite two weapon malfunctions, Maloney effectively suppressed and disrupted the ambush, allowing Raiders to repel the attackers. Maj. Gen. Mundy presented the award on behalf of the President. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Salvador R. Moreno, released)

Photo by Sgt. Salvador R. Moreno

Randy Newman, park superintendent, demonstrates proper musket-firing procedures to Marines from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar during a tour at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned Civil War history, tactics and small unit leadership that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Randy Newman, park superintendent, demonstrates proper musket-firing procedures to Marines from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar during a tour at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned Civil War history, tactics and small unit leadership that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Randy Newman, Fort Macon State Park superintendent, educates Marines from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar on musket nomenclature and firing procedures during a battlefield tour at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned about local history and warfare tactics that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Randy Newman, Fort Macon State Park superintendent, educates Marines from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar on musket nomenclature and firing procedures during a battlefield tour at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned about local history and warfare tactics that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

A Marine in U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar views historical weapon displays during a tour at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned about local history and warfare tactics that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

A Marine in U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar views historical weapon displays during a tour at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned about local history and warfare tactics that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Randy Newman, park superintendent, explains Fort Macon’s defensive features to Marines from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar during a tour at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned about local history and warfare tactics that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Randy Newman, park superintendent, explains Fort Macon’s defensive features to Marines from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar during a tour at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned about local history and warfare tactics that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Randy Newman, park superintendent, details Fort Macon’s surrender in 1862 by its Confederate commander during a battlefield tour given to Marines enrolled in U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned about local history and warfare tactics that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Randy Newman, park superintendent, details Fort Macon’s surrender in 1862 by its Confederate commander during a battlefield tour given to Marines enrolled in U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command’s Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar at Fort Macon State Park, N.C., Oct. 18, 2017. The Marines learned about local history and warfare tactics that they will later evaluate in their advanced military education seminars. The focus of the Lance Corporal Seminar is to enhance small unit leadership, educate junior leaders on Marine Corps doctrine and principles and sustain the transformation of all Marines that begins in bootcamp. The course covers Marine Corps values and ethics, foundations of leadership, personal conduct and a holistic approach to fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley, released)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

The most junior and senior Sailors, a 20-year-old hospitalman with Marine Raider Support Group, and Cmdr. Mark S. Winward, 57-year-old command chaplain for U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, use a Naval Officer's Sword to make the ceremonial first cut of the a birthday cake honoring the Navy’s 242nd birthday at MARSOC Headquarters on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 13, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Salvador R. Moreno/Released)

The most junior and senior Sailors, a 20-year-old hospitalman with Marine Raider Support Group, and Cmdr. Mark S. Winward, 57-year-old command chaplain for U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, use a Naval Officer's Sword to make the ceremonial first cut of the a birthday cake honoring the Navy’s 242nd birthday at MARSOC Headquarters on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 13, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Salvador R. Moreno/Released)

Photo by Sgt. Salvador R. Moreno

The Marines and Sailors of 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion view historical displays and artifacts following a lecture, Sept. 29, 2017 on Camp Pendleton, Calif., on the Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit, an early special operations force created during World War II. The special guest at the lecture was Henry Weldon, the last living OSS frogman. The frogmen underwent a rigorous training pipeline led by Marine Raiders. The event was held in order to sustain the Marines’ understanding and appreciation for the legacy forged by the Raiders of World War II. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

The Marines and Sailors of 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion view historical displays and artifacts following a lecture, Sept. 29, 2017 on Camp Pendleton, Calif., on the Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit, an early special operations force created during World War II. The special guest at the lecture was Henry Weldon, the last living OSS frogman. The frogmen underwent a rigorous training pipeline led by Marine Raiders. The event was held in order to sustain the Marines’ understanding and appreciation for the legacy forged by the Raiders of World War II. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

A group photo of the Office of Strategic Services Special Maritime Unit Group A frogmen from World War II on Santa Catalina Island, Calif., December 1943. Erick Simmel, OSS Maritime Unit descendant and historical expert on World War II special operations forces, presented a lecture alongside the last living frogman from the OSS Maritime Unit, Henry Weldon. The lecture was given to Marines from 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, in order to reinforce the historical wartime legacy of the Marine Raiders in World War II. (Courtesy Photo)

A group photo of the Office of Strategic Services Special Maritime Unit Group A frogmen from World War II on Santa Catalina Island, Calif., December 1943. Erick Simmel, OSS Maritime Unit descendant and historical expert on World War II special operations forces, presented a lecture alongside the last living frogman from the OSS Maritime Unit, Henry Weldon. The lecture was given to Marines from 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, in order to reinforce the historical wartime legacy of the Marine Raiders in World War II. (Courtesy Photo)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Erick Simmel, a descendant of an Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit combat swimmers and an expert on World War II special operations forces, talks with an attendee at a lecture given on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 29, 2017. Simmel educated Marines and Sailors from 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion on the history of the OSS combat swimmers, also known as frogmen. These early special operators endured a demanding training pipeline under the tutelage of Marine Raiders. The lecture was one example of Marine Raiders of today honoring the historical legacy forged by their World War II forebears. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Erick Simmel, a descendant of an Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit combat swimmers and an expert on World War II special operations forces, talks with an attendee at a lecture given on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 29, 2017. Simmel educated Marines and Sailors from 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion on the history of the OSS combat swimmers, also known as frogmen. These early special operators endured a demanding training pipeline under the tutelage of Marine Raiders. The lecture was one example of Marine Raiders of today honoring the historical legacy forged by their World War II forebears. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Erick Simmel, left, Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit descendant and historical expert on World War II special operations forces, presents a lecture alongside the last living frogman from the Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit, Henry Weldon, on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 29, 2017. The lecture was given to Marines from 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, in order to reinforce the historical wartime legacy of the Marine Raiders in World War II. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Erick Simmel, left, Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit descendant and historical expert on World War II special operations forces, presents a lecture alongside the last living frogman from the Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit, Henry Weldon, on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 29, 2017. The lecture was given to Marines from 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, in order to reinforce the historical wartime legacy of the Marine Raiders in World War II. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Retired Sgt. Maj. Chris Crawford, center, basketball and golf league director for MCCS Camp Pendleton, oversees the Raiders and Tracks teams during the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup championship basketball tournament at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command played against Assault Amphibian School Battalion (Tracks) in the championship game, losing 84-74. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Retired Sgt. Maj. Chris Crawford, center, basketball and golf league director for MCCS Camp Pendleton, oversees the Raiders and Tracks teams during the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup championship basketball tournament at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command played against Assault Amphibian School Battalion (Tracks) in the championship game, losing 84-74. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

The Raiders reach for a rebound during the second half of the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup basketball tournament championship game at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command played against Assault Amphibian School Battalion in the championship game, losing 84-74. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

The Raiders reach for a rebound during the second half of the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup basketball tournament championship game at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command played against Assault Amphibian School Battalion in the championship game, losing 84-74. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Maurice Givens, the Raiders’ coach, motivates his players during a half time pep talk during the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup basketball tournament championship game at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command played against Assault Amphibian School Battalion in the championship game, losing 84-74. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Maurice Givens, the Raiders’ coach, motivates his players during a half time pep talk during the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup basketball tournament championship game at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command played against Assault Amphibian School Battalion in the championship game, losing 84-74. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

Maurice Givens, the Raiders’ coach, moves the ball down the court during the championship game of the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup basketball tournament at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command lost to Assault Amphibian School Battalion 84-74 and breaking their 13-0 winning streak. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Maurice Givens, the Raiders’ coach, moves the ball down the court during the championship game of the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup basketball tournament at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command lost to Assault Amphibian School Battalion 84-74 and breaking their 13-0 winning streak. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley

The Raiders sink a free throw during the first half of the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup basketball tournament championship game at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, played against Assault Amphibian School Battalion in the championship game, losing 84-74. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

The Raiders sink a free throw during the first half of the 2017 USAA Commanding General’s Cup basketball tournament championship game at Paige Fieldhouse on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017. 1st Marine Raider Support Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, played against Assault Amphibian School Battalion in the championship game, losing 84-74. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley)

Photo by Cpl. Bryann K. Whitley