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Marines with Marine Forces Special Operations Command and 2nd Marine Logistics Group evaluate secondary mission capabilities of the CH-53K King Stallion helicopter in the vicinity of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Oct. 25, 2022. The evaluation included day and night aerial cargo delivery, low-level static line parachute operations, and military freefall operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marines with Marine Forces Special Operations Command and 2nd Marine Logistics Group evaluate secondary mission capabilities of the CH-53K King Stallion helicopter in the vicinity of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Oct. 25, 2022. The evaluation included day and night aerial cargo delivery, low-level static line parachute operations, and military freefall operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marines, Sailors and civilians with Marine Forces Special Operations Command celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 247th Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 13, 2022. Senior Navy leaders talked to the Marines and Sailors about naval history and traditions and the importance of the Navy-Marine Corps team at MARSOC. “As we reflect on our shared history and heritage, let us remember the sacrifices of those who sailed before us to keep the seas free and open,” said Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Mike Gilday in his message celebrating the Navy's 247th Birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Marines, Sailors and civilians with Marine Forces Special Operations Command celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 247th Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 13, 2022. Senior Navy leaders talked to the Marines and Sailors about naval history and traditions and the importance of the Navy-Marine Corps team at MARSOC. “As we reflect on our shared history and heritage, let us remember the sacrifices of those who sailed before us to keep the seas free and open,” said Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Mike Gilday in his message celebrating the Navy's 247th Birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest

Marines, Sailors and civilians with Marine Forces Special Operations Command celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 247th Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 13, 2022. Senior Navy leaders talked to the Marines and Sailors about naval history and traditions and the importance of the Navy-Marine Corps team at MARSOC. “As we reflect on our shared history and heritage, let us remember the sacrifices of those who sailed before us to keep the seas free and open,” said Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Mike Gilday in his message celebrating the Navy's 247th Birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Marines, Sailors and civilians with Marine Forces Special Operations Command celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 247th Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 13, 2022. Senior Navy leaders talked to the Marines and Sailors about naval history and traditions and the importance of the Navy-Marine Corps team at MARSOC. “As we reflect on our shared history and heritage, let us remember the sacrifices of those who sailed before us to keep the seas free and open,” said Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Mike Gilday in his message celebrating the Navy's 247th Birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest

Marines, Sailors and civilians with Marine Forces Special Operations Command celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 247th Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 13, 2022. Senior Navy leaders talked to the Marines and Sailors about naval history and traditions and the importance of the Navy-Marine Corps team at MARSOC. “As we reflect on our shared history and heritage, let us remember the sacrifices of those who sailed before us to keep the seas free and open,” said Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Mike Gilday in his message celebrating the Navy's 247th Birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Marines, Sailors and civilians with Marine Forces Special Operations Command celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 247th Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Oct. 13, 2022. Senior Navy leaders talked to the Marines and Sailors about naval history and traditions and the importance of the Navy-Marine Corps team at MARSOC. “As we reflect on our shared history and heritage, let us remember the sacrifices of those who sailed before us to keep the seas free and open,” said Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Mike Gilday in his message celebrating the Navy's 247th Birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, execute close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, execute close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, execute close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, execute close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marine Raiders with 3rd Marine Raider Battalion train with Marines from 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, on close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marine Raiders with 3rd Marine Raider Battalion train with Marines from 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, on close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, execute close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, execute close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marine Raiders with 3rd Marine Raider Battalion and Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, conduct shooting drills at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marine Raiders with 3rd Marine Raider Battalion and Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, conduct shooting drills at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marine Raiders with 3rd Marine Raider Battalion and Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, conduct shooting drills at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marine Raiders with 3rd Marine Raider Battalion and Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, conduct shooting drills at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines stand by on the firing line during a static shooting drill at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and Fleet Marine Force assets to unite tactical and operational efforts and create a healthy environment of interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines stand by on the firing line during a static shooting drill at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and Fleet Marine Force assets to unite tactical and operational efforts and create a healthy environment of interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, execute close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marines with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, execute close-quarters battle techniques at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28 – Sept. 9, 2022. The training, conducted with Marine Forces Special Operations Command, included static and moving drills, single and multi-room clears, and full team house runs. This allows for better integration between Special Operations Forces and the Fleet Marine Force to unite tactical and operational efforts and create interdependence on the battlefield and for the future operating environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marine Forces Special Operations Command hosts a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 247th Marine Corps Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. It is a Marine Corps Birthday tradition for the oldest and youngest Marine present to share the first slice of cake. Col. Richard Hansen, chief of staff, passed the slice to Lance Cpl. Robert W. Holman, symbolizing the passing of wisdom, knowledge, and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on our Marine Corps traditions in the future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marine Forces Special Operations Command hosts a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 247th Marine Corps Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. It is a Marine Corps Birthday tradition for the oldest and youngest Marine present to share the first slice of cake. Col. Richard Hansen, chief of staff, passed the slice to Lance Cpl. Robert W. Holman, symbolizing the passing of wisdom, knowledge, and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on our Marine Corps traditions in the future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marine Forces Special Operations Command hosts a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 247th Marine Corps Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. It is a Marine Corps Birthday tradition for the oldest and youngest Marine present to share the first slice of cake. Col. Richard Hansen, chief of staff, passed the slice to Lance Cpl. Robert W. Holman, symbolizing the passing of wisdom, knowledge, and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on our Marine Corps traditions in the future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marine Forces Special Operations Command hosts a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 247th Marine Corps Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. It is a Marine Corps Birthday tradition for the oldest and youngest Marine present to share the first slice of cake. Col. Richard Hansen, chief of staff, passed the slice to Lance Cpl. Robert W. Holman, symbolizing the passing of wisdom, knowledge, and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on our Marine Corps traditions in the future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marine Forces Special Operations Command hosts a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 247th Marine Corps Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. It is a Marine Corps Birthday tradition for the oldest and youngest Marine present to share the first slice of cake. Col. Richard Hansen, chief of staff, passed the slice to Lance Cpl. Robert W. Holman, symbolizing the passing of wisdom, knowledge, and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on our Marine Corps traditions in the future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marine Forces Special Operations Command hosts a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 247th Marine Corps Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. It is a Marine Corps Birthday tradition for the oldest and youngest Marine present to share the first slice of cake. Col. Richard Hansen, chief of staff, passed the slice to Lance Cpl. Robert W. Holman, symbolizing the passing of wisdom, knowledge, and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on our Marine Corps traditions in the future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

Marine Forces Special Operations Command hosts a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 247th Marine Corps Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. It is a Marine Corps Birthday tradition for the oldest and youngest Marine present to share the first slice of cake. Col. Richard Hansen, chief of staff, passed the slice to Lance Cpl. Robert W. Holman, symbolizing the passing of wisdom, knowledge, and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on our Marine Corps traditions in the future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Marine Forces Special Operations Command hosts a cake cutting ceremony in celebration of the 247th Marine Corps Birthday at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. It is a Marine Corps Birthday tradition for the oldest and youngest Marine present to share the first slice of cake. Col. Richard Hansen, chief of staff, passed the slice to Lance Cpl. Robert W. Holman, symbolizing the passing of wisdom, knowledge, and experience as well as trust and confidence in those who will carry on our Marine Corps traditions in the future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis)

Photo by Sgt. Jesula Jeanlouis

A critical skills operator patrols alongside explosive ordnance disposal technicians with Marine Forces Special Operations Command and Air Force Special Operations Command during a training event June 24, 2022. The EOD primer tests all aspects of a technician’s knowledge and expertise needed to perform as the only tech on a Marine Special Operations Team while operating in austere, politically sensitive, or hostile environments. EOD technicians assigned to MARSOC have completed Marine Special Operations Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 1, which trains Fleet Marine Force EOD technicians in the knowledge and skills required to support the core tasks assigned to MARSOC as a special operations capability specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

A critical skills operator patrols alongside explosive ordnance disposal technicians with Marine Forces Special Operations Command and Air Force Special Operations Command during a training event June 24, 2022. The EOD primer tests all aspects of a technician’s knowledge and expertise needed to perform as the only tech on a Marine Special Operations Team while operating in austere, politically sensitive, or hostile environments. EOD technicians assigned to MARSOC have completed Marine Special Operations Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 1, which trains Fleet Marine Force EOD technicians in the knowledge and skills required to support the core tasks assigned to MARSOC as a special operations capability specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest

An explosive ordnance disposal technician with Marine Forces Special Operations Command prepares to safely reduce an improvised explosive device during a training event June 17, 2022. The EOD primer tests all aspects of a technician’s knowledge and expertise needed to perform as the only tech on a Marine Special Operations Team while operating in austere, politically sensitive, or hostile environments. EOD technicians assigned to MARSOC have completed Marine Special Operations Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 1, which trains Fleet Marine Force EOD technicians in the knowledge and skills required to support the core tasks assigned to MARSOC as a special operations capability specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

An explosive ordnance disposal technician with Marine Forces Special Operations Command prepares to safely reduce an improvised explosive device during a training event June 17, 2022. The EOD primer tests all aspects of a technician’s knowledge and expertise needed to perform as the only tech on a Marine Special Operations Team while operating in austere, politically sensitive, or hostile environments. EOD technicians assigned to MARSOC have completed Marine Special Operations Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 1, which trains Fleet Marine Force EOD technicians in the knowledge and skills required to support the core tasks assigned to MARSOC as a special operations capability specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest

An explosive ordnance disposal technician with Marine Forces Special Operations Command prepares to sweep for hidden explosive devices during a training event June 17, 2022. The EOD primer tests all aspects of a technician’s knowledge and expertise needed to perform as the only tech on a Marine Special Operations Team while operating in austere, politically sensitive, or hostile environments. EOD technicians assigned to MARSOC have completed Marine Special Operations Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 1, which trains Fleet Marine Force EOD technicians in the knowledge and skills required to support the core tasks assigned to MARSOC as a special operations capability specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

An explosive ordnance disposal technician with Marine Forces Special Operations Command prepares to sweep for hidden explosive devices during a training event June 17, 2022. The EOD primer tests all aspects of a technician’s knowledge and expertise needed to perform as the only tech on a Marine Special Operations Team while operating in austere, politically sensitive, or hostile environments. EOD technicians assigned to MARSOC have completed Marine Special Operations Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 1, which trains Fleet Marine Force EOD technicians in the knowledge and skills required to support the core tasks assigned to MARSOC as a special operations capability specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest

An explosive ordnance disposal technician with Marine Forces Special Operations Command approaches a vehicle during a training event June 17, 2022. The EOD primer tests all aspects of a technician’s knowledge and expertise needed to perform as the only tech on a Marine Special Operations Team while operating in austere, politically sensitive, or hostile environments. EOD technicians assigned to MARSOC have completed Marine Special Operations Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 1, which trains Fleet Marine Force EOD technicians in the knowledge and skills required to support the core tasks assigned to MARSOC as a special operations capability specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

An explosive ordnance disposal technician with Marine Forces Special Operations Command approaches a vehicle during a training event June 17, 2022. The EOD primer tests all aspects of a technician’s knowledge and expertise needed to perform as the only tech on a Marine Special Operations Team while operating in austere, politically sensitive, or hostile environments. EOD technicians assigned to MARSOC have completed Marine Special Operations Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 1, which trains Fleet Marine Force EOD technicians in the knowledge and skills required to support the core tasks assigned to MARSOC as a special operations capability specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest)

Photo by Sgt. Brennan Priest