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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Eh Shee, a Raleigh, North Carolina native, and an administrative specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit reenlists aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD), Atlantic Ocean, May 26, 2023. Marines who are eligible for reenlistment have demonstrated the highest standards of leadership, professional competence, and personal behavior required to maintain the prestige and quality standards of the Marine Corps. The Marines Corps reenlistment ceremony serves to highlight those who’ve decided to continue their service, and to re-establish the commitment of Marines to the Corps and to the nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Eh Shee, a Raleigh, North Carolina native, and an administrative specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit reenlists aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD), Atlantic Ocean, May 26, 2023. Marines who are eligible for reenlistment have demonstrated the highest standards of leadership, professional competence, and personal behavior required to maintain the prestige and quality standards of the Marine Corps. The Marines Corps reenlistment ceremony serves to highlight those who’ve decided to continue their service, and to re-establish the commitment of Marines to the Corps and to the nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia)

Photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 22, 2023) Division Director, Naval Forces in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation Dr. Jarrod Fenstermacher (left), speaks to 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Commanding Officer Col. Dennis Sampson (right) aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The visit is to inform key external stakeholders of the operational capabilities of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 26th MEU aboard ARG shipping and demonstrate long range capabilities in support of expeditionary advanced base operations, direct action raids, and maritime interception operations in preparation for the upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Danilo Reynoso)

230522-N-VO895-1044 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 22, 2023) Division Director, Naval Forces in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation Dr. Jarrod Fenstermacher (left), speaks to 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Commanding Officer Col. Dennis Sampson (right) aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The visit is to inform key external stakeholders of the operational capabilities of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 26th MEU aboard ARG shipping and demonstrate long range capabilities in support of expeditionary advanced base operations, direct action raids, and maritime interception operations in preparation for the upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Danilo Reynoso)

Photo by MC2 Danilo Reynoso

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Marcus B. Annibale, Director of Expeditionary Warfare with OPNAV N95, talks with U.S. Navy Capt. Marc E. Davis, USS Mesa Verde Commanding Officer during a tour of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), during Composite Training Unit Exercise, Atlantic Ocean, May 22, 2023. This visit served to inform leaders from the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Cost Assessment & Program Evaluation, and OSD Policy of the operational capabilities embarked aboard the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group Marine Expeditionary Unit shipping and demonstrate long range capabilities in support of the expeditionary advanced base operations, direct action raids, and maritime interception operations in preparation for the upcoming deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Marcus B. Annibale, Director of Expeditionary Warfare with OPNAV N95, talks with U.S. Navy Capt. Marc E. Davis, USS Mesa Verde Commanding Officer during a tour of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), during Composite Training Unit Exercise, Atlantic Ocean, May 22, 2023. This visit served to inform leaders from the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Cost Assessment & Program Evaluation, and OSD Policy of the operational capabilities embarked aboard the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group Marine Expeditionary Unit shipping and demonstrate long range capabilities in support of the expeditionary advanced base operations, direct action raids, and maritime interception operations in preparation for the upcoming deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Marcus B. Annibale, Director of Expeditionary Warfare with OPNAV N95, salutes sailors upon arrival aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), during Composite Training Unit Exercise (C2X), Atlantic Ocean, May 22, 2023. This visit served to inform leaders from the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Cost Assessment & Program Evaluation (CAPE), and OSD Policy of the operational capabilities embarked aboard the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) shipping and demonstrate long range capabilities in support of the expeditionary advanced base operations, direct action raids, and maritime interception operations in preparation for the upcoming deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Marcus B. Annibale, Director of Expeditionary Warfare with OPNAV N95, salutes sailors upon arrival aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), during Composite Training Unit Exercise (C2X), Atlantic Ocean, May 22, 2023. This visit served to inform leaders from the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Cost Assessment & Program Evaluation (CAPE), and OSD Policy of the operational capabilities embarked aboard the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) shipping and demonstrate long range capabilities in support of the expeditionary advanced base operations, direct action raids, and maritime interception operations in preparation for the upcoming deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 20, 2023) A UH-1Y Venom and an MV-22B Osprey, both assigned to Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 162 (reinforced), conduct flight operations aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway participating in the Carrier Strike Group Four Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is the final pre-deployment exercise that certifies the Bataan ARG and 26th MEU's ability to conduct military operations through joint planning, and execute challenging and realistic scenarios. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Kyle Clement)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 20, 2023) A UH-1Y Venom and an MV-22B Osprey, both assigned to Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 162 (reinforced), conduct flight operations aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway participating in the Carrier Strike Group Four Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is the final pre-deployment exercise that certifies the Bataan ARG and 26th MEU's ability to conduct military operations through joint planning, and execute challenging and realistic scenarios. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Kyle Clement)

Photo by Ensign Kyle Clement

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 17, 2023) Air Department Sailors assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) signal to an AV-8B Harrier, assigned to Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 162 (reinforced), on the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway participating in the Carrier Strike Group Four Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is the final pre-deployment exercise that certifies the Bataan ARG and 26th MEU’s ability to conduct military operations through joint planning, and execute challenging and realistic scenarios. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Danilo Reynoso)

230517-N-VO895-1085 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 17, 2023) Air Department Sailors assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) signal to an AV-8B Harrier, assigned to Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 162 (reinforced), on the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway participating in the Carrier Strike Group Four Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is the final pre-deployment exercise that certifies the Bataan ARG and 26th MEU’s ability to conduct military operations through joint planning, and execute challenging and realistic scenarios. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Danilo Reynoso)

Photo by MC2 Danilo Reynoso

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26 MEU) conduct advanced reconnaissance during a full mission profile event in a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) hazard course in Perry, Georgia, May 19, 2023. During this course, the Marines have conducted scenario-based training, chemical sampling, radiation dose mapping, wide area searches and tactical casualty response and recovery drills. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aziza Kamuhanda)

Photo by Cpl. Aziza Kamuhanda

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), track a simulated adversary vessel using the Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System (L-MADIS), and a Counter Unmanned Aerial Surveillance Utility Task Vehicle, during a defense of the amphibious task force (DATF) drill aboard the Wasp-Class Amphibious Assault Ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) Jan. 28, 2023. During PMINT, the 26th MEU embarked the L-MADIS, which is the only counter unmanned aircraft system on the east coast organic to the Marine Corps, which can be employed expeditiously on ship and on land in order to protect high value assets and personnel. The DATF drill positioned Marines and Sailors to augment and reinforce the ship's security posture while crossing a simulated strait. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), track a simulated adversary vessel using the Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System (L-MADIS), and a Counter Unmanned Aerial Surveillance Utility Task Vehicle, during a defense of the amphibious task force (DATF) drill aboard the Wasp-Class Amphibious Assault Ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) Jan. 28, 2023. During PMINT, the 26th MEU embarked the L-MADIS, which is the only counter unmanned aircraft system on the east coast organic to the Marine Corps, which can be employed expeditiously on ship and on land in order to protect high value assets and personnel. The DATF drill positioned Marines and Sailors to augment and reinforce the ship's security posture while crossing a simulated strait. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

Photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean

A U.S. Marine with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) scans a simulated evacuee for weapons or foreign objects during a Non-combatant Evacuee Operation (NEO) part of Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX), Atlantic Ocean, April 24, 2023. The simulated evacuees were transported from a location on Camp Lejeune to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The NEO was part of a training scenario exhibiting the ARG/MEU’s ability to safely transport civilians from dangerous situations and processing them for further accommodations. ARGMEUEX is the second at-sea exercise in the MEU’s Pre-deployment Training Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

A U.S. Marine with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) scans a simulated evacuee for weapons or foreign objects during a Non-combatant Evacuee Operation (NEO) part of Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX), Atlantic Ocean, April 24, 2023. The simulated evacuees were transported from a location on Camp Lejeune to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The NEO was part of a training scenario exhibiting the ARG/MEU’s ability to safely transport civilians from dangerous situations and processing them for further accommodations. ARGMEUEX is the second at-sea exercise in the MEU’s Pre-deployment Training Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

Photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean

The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) is seen in the background as a Marine with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Maritime Special Purpose Force performs communication checks prior to conducting a full mission profile raid during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Atlantic Ocean, April 25, 2023. The full mission profile raid was part of a training scenario testing the MEU’s ability to develop plans using the rapid response planning process to execute complex missions in a contested environment. ARGMEUEX is the second at-sea exercise in the MEU’s Pre-deployment Training Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

Photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean

A reporter watches as an MV-22 Osprey with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) takes off from aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during a media embark while underway, April 23, 2023. The 26th MEU hosted reporters from different agencies to highlight integration among the Marines and Sailors of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and the unique capabilities a MEU provides. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

A reporter watches as an MV-22 Osprey with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) takes off from aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during a media embark while underway, April 23, 2023. The 26th MEU hosted reporters from different agencies to highlight integration among the Marines and Sailors of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and the unique capabilities a MEU provides. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

Photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean

The U.S. Navy Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) conducts a strait transit and Defense of the Amphibious Task Force (DATF) drill during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, April 26, 2023. DATF integrates Marine Corps and Navy capabilities, including aircraft, crew-served weapon systems, snipers and electronic warfare, to defend the ships in a wide range of combat situations. ARGMEUEX is the second at-sea exercise in the MEU’s Pre-deployment Training Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia)

The U.S. Navy Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) conducts a strait transit and Defense of the Amphibious Task Force (DATF) drill during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, April 26, 2023. DATF integrates Marine Corps and Navy capabilities, including aircraft, crew-served weapon systems, snipers and electronic warfare, to defend the ships in a wide range of combat situations. ARGMEUEX is the second at-sea exercise in the MEU’s Pre-deployment Training Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia)

Photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit utilize crowd control techniques during a Noncombatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) as part of Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Stone Bay, North Carolina, April 25, 2023. NEOs assist the U.S. Department of State with the evacuation of citizens and approved personnel from a foreign nation to an appropriate safe haven. The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit is underway with the Bataan ARG conducting ARGMEUEX. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia)

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit utilize crowd control techniques during a Noncombatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) as part of Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Stone Bay, North Carolina, April 25, 2023. NEOs assist the U.S. Department of State with the evacuation of citizens and approved personnel from a foreign nation to an appropriate safe haven. The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit is underway with the Bataan ARG conducting ARGMEUEX. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia)

Photo by Cpl. Kyle Jia

U.S Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s (MEU) Battalion Landing Team 1/6, advance towards the checkpoint during Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) training on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 30, 2023. MOUT training increases the lethality of the MEU’s infantrymen through live-fire drills, room clearing procedures and small team tactics in order to prepare for their upcoming deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

U.S Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s (MEU) Battalion Landing Team 1/6, advance towards the checkpoint during Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) training on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 30, 2023. MOUT training increases the lethality of the MEU’s infantrymen through live-fire drills, room clearing procedures and small team tactics in order to prepare for their upcoming deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), operate a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) during annual gunnery qualification training while participating in MEU Exercise III on range SR-7 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 14, 2023. The LAV is able to move both on land and water, combines firepower, speed and maneuverability, carries communication gear and acts as a platform for weaponry. This will strengthen the MEU’s ability to provide security, command and control, reconnaissance, assault and provide fires in support of maneuver within defined battlespaces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), operate a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) during annual gunnery qualification training while participating in MEU Exercise III on range SR-7 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 14, 2023. The LAV is able to move both on land and water, combines firepower, speed and maneuverability, carries communication gear and acts as a platform for weaponry. This will strengthen the MEU’s ability to provide security, command and control, reconnaissance, assault and provide fires in support of maneuver within defined battlespaces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), board a MV-22 Osprey prior to conducting a simulated tactical recovery of aircraft personnel (TRAP) during MEU Exercise III on Marine Corps Auxiliary Field Bogue, North Carolina, March 10, 2023. TRAP is a contingency mission utilized to rapidly respond to downed aircraft, and to recover personnel from isolated locations during deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), board a MV-22 Osprey prior to conducting a simulated tactical recovery of aircraft personnel (TRAP) during MEU Exercise III on Marine Corps Auxiliary Field Bogue, North Carolina, March 10, 2023. TRAP is a contingency mission utilized to rapidly respond to downed aircraft, and to recover personnel from isolated locations during deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare a simulated casualty for a medical evacuation during a mass casualty exercise part of MEUEX III on Marine Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, March 8, 2023. The exercise focused on providing immediate care to personnel in a simulated combat environment whom have sustained severe injuries. (U.S Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare a simulated casualty for a medical evacuation during a mass casualty exercise part of MEUEX III on Marine Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, March 8, 2023. The exercise focused on providing immediate care to personnel in a simulated combat environment whom have sustained severe injuries. (U.S Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare a Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR) during a fire mission while participating in MEU Exercise III on Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, March 7, 2023. The LCMR is a light-weight advanced mountable radar system that is capable of multi-mission tasks such as detecting early warning fires, counterfire target acquisitioning and air surveillance while deployed. U.S. Marines and Sailors of the 26th MEU created a composite artillery fire base to defend an Expeditionary Advanced Base in depth with long-range precision fires enabling the Marine Air-Ground Task Force to spread its artillery assets across the battlespace. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare a Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR) during a fire mission while participating in MEU Exercise III on Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, March 7, 2023. The LCMR is a light-weight advanced mountable radar system that is capable of multi-mission tasks such as detecting early warning fires, counterfire target acquisitioning and air surveillance while deployed. U.S. Marines and Sailors of the 26th MEU created a composite artillery fire base to defend an Expeditionary Advanced Base in depth with long-range precision fires enabling the Marine Air-Ground Task Force to spread its artillery assets across the battlespace. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) simulate firing a M777A2 Howitzer during a fire mission while participating in MEU Exercise III on Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, March 7, 2023. U.S. Marines and Sailors of the 26th MEU created a composite artillery fire base to defend an Expeditionary Advanced Base in depth with long-range precision fires enabling the Marine Air-Ground Task Force to spread its artillery assets across the battlespace. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) simulate firing a M777A2 Howitzer during a fire mission while participating in MEU Exercise III on Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, March 7, 2023. U.S. Marines and Sailors of the 26th MEU created a composite artillery fire base to defend an Expeditionary Advanced Base in depth with long-range precision fires enabling the Marine Air-Ground Task Force to spread its artillery assets across the battlespace. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Cpl. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

26th Marine Expeditionary Unit Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) operators and U.S. Department of Defense contractors prepare a V-BAT unmanned aerial system for flight operations at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 13, 2023. The V-BAT was integrated into the 26 MEU’s aviation plan and flew in support of MEUEX III operations to include a Fire Support Coordination Exercise (FSCEX) enhances 26th MEU operations in both maritime and land-based environment while providing tactical flexibility with substantially decreased logistical requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

26th Marine Expeditionary Unit Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) operators and U.S. Department of Defense contractors prepare a V-BAT unmanned aerial system for flight operations at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 13, 2023. The V-BAT was integrated into the 26 MEU’s aviation plan and flew in support of MEUEX III operations to include a Fire Support Coordination Exercise (FSCEX) enhances 26th MEU operations in both maritime and land-based environment while providing tactical flexibility with substantially decreased logistical requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

Photo by Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean