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A group of U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit run the final miles of the colors run on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Nov. 10, 2021. In honor of 246 years of faithful service, Marines and Sailors with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit carried the U.S. Marine Corps colors 246 miles over the course of 41 hours, from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10, 2021. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

A group of U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit run the final miles of the colors run on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Nov. 10, 2021. In honor of 246 years of faithful service, Marines and Sailors with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit carried the U.S. Marine Corps colors 246 miles over the course of 41 hours, from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10, 2021. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir

Zabihullah, Matiullah Matie’s son, salutes Maj. Michael Kuiper, executive officer, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 24, 2021. After 12 years and traveling over 7,000 miles Matie was reunited with Kuiper on Fort Pickett. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Zabihullah, Matiullah Matie’s son, salutes Maj. Michael Kuiper, executive officer, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 24, 2021. After 12 years and traveling over 7,000 miles Matie was reunited with Kuiper on Fort Pickett. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews

Maj. Michael Kuiper, executive officer, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, adjusts the belt on the Dress Blue uniform of Zabihullah, Matiullah Matie’s son, on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 24, 2021. After 12 years and traveling over 7,000 miles Matie was reunited with Kuiper on Fort Pickett. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Maj. Michael Kuiper, executive officer, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, adjusts the belt on the Dress Blue uniform of Zabihullah, Matiullah Matie’s son, on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 24, 2021. After 12 years and traveling over 7,000 miles Matie was reunited with Kuiper on Fort Pickett. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews

Maj. Michael Kuiper, executive officer, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, walks with Matiullah Matie, an Afghan guest who worked alongside him in Helmand province, Afghanistan, and his son on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 24, 2021. After 12 years and traveling over 7,000 miles Matie was reunited with Kuiper on Fort Pickett. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Maj. Michael Kuiper, executive officer, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, walks with Matiullah Matie, an Afghan guest who worked alongside him in Helmand province, Afghanistan, and his son on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 24, 2021. After 12 years and traveling over 7,000 miles Matie was reunited with Kuiper on Fort Pickett. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Chase Fullerton, a supply chain and material management specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, poses for a photograph on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Nov. 3, 2021. Fullerton was recognized as the motivator of the week for his part in the procurement of essential supplies and gear at Fort Pickett. As the supply NCOIC, he is responsible for the distribution of items to Afghan guests and other units supporting Operation Allies Welcome. “I feel a sense of accomplishment when I am able to help the Afghan guests here at Fort Pickett. The work we are doing out here is important and I feel honored to be a part of it” Said Fullerton. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Chase Fullerton, a supply chain and material management specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, poses for a photograph on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Nov. 3, 2021. Fullerton was recognized as the motivator of the week for his part in the procurement of essential supplies and gear at Fort Pickett. As the supply NCOIC, he is responsible for the distribution of items to Afghan guests and other units supporting Operation Allies Welcome. “I feel a sense of accomplishment when I am able to help the Afghan guests here at Fort Pickett. The work we are doing out here is important and I feel honored to be a part of it” Said Fullerton. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Katherine Duncan, a warehouse clerk assigned to Task Force Pickett, distributes cold weather supplies to Afghan guests in Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 23, 2021. Task Force Pickett will be distributing over 70,000 articles of clothing with thousands of blankets and linen sets to help Afghan guests prepare for the upcoming winter months. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Katherine Duncan, a warehouse clerk assigned to Task Force Pickett, distributes cold weather supplies to Afghan guests in Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 23, 2021. Task Force Pickett will be distributing over 70,000 articles of clothing with thousands of blankets and linen sets to help Afghan guests prepare for the upcoming winter months. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Katherine Duncan, a warehouse clerk assigned to Task Force Pickett, distributes cold weather supplies to Afghan guests in Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 23, 2021. Task Force Pickett will be distributing over 70,000 articles of clothing with thousands of blankets and linen sets to help Afghan guests prepare for the upcoming winter months. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Katherine Duncan, a warehouse clerk assigned to Task Force Pickett, distributes cold weather supplies to Afghan guests in Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 23, 2021. Task Force Pickett will be distributing over 70,000 articles of clothing with thousands of blankets and linen sets to help Afghan guests prepare for the upcoming winter months. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Christian Kangos, an electrician assigned to Task Force Pickett, stocks a shelf with cold weather supplies intended for Afghan guests at Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 23, 2021. Task Force Pickett will be distributing over 70,000 articles of clothing with thousands of blankets and linen sets to help Afghan guests prepare for the upcoming winter months. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Christian Kangos, an electrician assigned to Task Force Pickett, stocks a shelf with cold weather supplies intended for Afghan guests at Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 23, 2021. Task Force Pickett will be distributing over 70,000 articles of clothing with thousands of blankets and linen sets to help Afghan guests prepare for the upcoming winter months. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir

Marine Corps Cpl. Miguel Sanchez-Sanchez Jr., a radio operator with the 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, plays the guitar for Afghan children in a multi-purpose tent during Operation Allies Welcome on Fort Pickett, Va., Oct. 14, 2021. The Defense Department through Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees.

Marine Corps Cpl. Miguel Sanchez-Sanchez Jr., a radio operator with the 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, plays the guitar for Afghan children in a multi-purpose tent during Operation Allies Welcome on Fort Pickett, Va., Oct. 14, 2021. The Defense Department through Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees.

Photo by Marine Corps Cpl. Eric Ramirez

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nima H. Najafabadi, a machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, plays with an Afghan child on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 13, 2021. Najafabadi, originally from Shiraz, Iran, came to the United States when he was 8 years old. Now, he is grateful for the opportunity to help families who are in a similar position that he was in 20 years ago. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nima H. Najafabadi, a machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, plays with an Afghan child on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 13, 2021. Najafabadi, originally from Shiraz, Iran, came to the United States when he was 8 years old. Now, he is grateful for the opportunity to help families who are in a similar position that he was in 20 years ago. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Photo by Cpl. Corey Mathews

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nima H. Najafabadi, a machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, speaks with an Afghan individual on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 13, 2021. Najafabadi, originally from Shiraz, Iran, came to the United States when he was 8 years old. Now, he is grateful for the opportunity to help families who are in a similar position that he was in 20 years ago. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nima H. Najafabadi, a machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, speaks with an Afghan individual on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 13, 2021. Najafabadi, originally from Shiraz, Iran, came to the United States when he was 8 years old. Now, he is grateful for the opportunity to help families who are in a similar position that he was in 20 years ago. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Photo by Cpl. Corey Mathews

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. William Jurney, the commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force (left), walks with Col. Dennis Sampson (center) and Sgt. Maj. James Horr (right), the commanding officer and Sergeant Major of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, respectively, on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 16, 2021.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. William Jurney, the commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force (left), walks with Col. Dennis Sampson (center) and Sgt. Maj. James Horr (right), the commanding officer and Sergeant Major of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, respectively, on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 16, 2021.

Photo by Cpl. Eric Ramirez

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Miguel Sanchez, a radio operator with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, plays his guitar for Afghan individuals on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 14, 2021. Sanchez began playing the guitar for Afghan individuals to provide entertainment and share his passion for music with them. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Miguel Sanchez, a radio operator with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, plays his guitar for Afghan individuals on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 14, 2021. Sanchez began playing the guitar for Afghan individuals to provide entertainment and share his passion for music with them. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Photo by Cpl. Corey Mathews

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Eric Ramirez, a combat videographer with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, interacts with Afghan children on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 11, 2021. Ramirez was recognized as the motivator of the week for his success in producing unique and compelling visual products, highlighting events and stories occurring at Task Force Pickett. He was instrumental in creating a welcome aboard video in Dari and Pushto, communicating critical information about the immigration process to thousands of Afghan individuals at Fort Pickett. “A picture is worth a thousand words,” said Ramirez. “It is pretty amazing being able to gain a multitude of different experiences just by doing my job. Being able to capture moments during Operation Allies Welcome is an honor. It allows me to help tell the story of an operation that is history in the making. An experience like this is why I joined the Marine Corps." (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Eric Ramirez, a combat videographer with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, interacts with Afghan children on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 11, 2021. Ramirez was recognized as the motivator of the week for his success in producing unique and compelling visual products, highlighting events and stories occurring at Task Force Pickett. He was instrumental in creating a welcome aboard video in Dari and Pushto, communicating critical information about the immigration process to thousands of Afghan individuals at Fort Pickett. “A picture is worth a thousand words,” said Ramirez. “It is pretty amazing being able to gain a multitude of different experiences just by doing my job. Being able to capture moments during Operation Allies Welcome is an honor. It allows me to help tell the story of an operation that is history in the making. An experience like this is why I joined the Marine Corps." (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nima H. Najafabadi , a machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, plays with an Afghan child on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 13, 2021. Najafabadi, originally from Shiraz, Iran, came to the United States when he was 8 years old. Now, he is grateful for the opportunity to help families who are in a similar position that he was in 20 years ago. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Nima H. Najafabadi , a machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, plays with an Afghan child on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 13, 2021. Najafabadi, originally from Shiraz, Iran, came to the United States when he was 8 years old. Now, he is grateful for the opportunity to help families who are in a similar position that he was in 20 years ago. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Corey Mathews)

Photo by Cpl. Corey Mathews

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Wendy Cifuentes, an administration specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, plays with an Afghan child during a celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 11, 2021. The United Nations established the International Day of the Girl Child to address the challenges girls face, promote girl empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Wendy Cifuentes, an administration specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, plays with an Afghan child during a celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child on Fort Pickett, Virginia, Oct. 11, 2021. The United Nations established the International Day of the Girl Child to address the challenges girls face, promote girl empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights. The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Zephir

Marine Corps Capt. Amir Golshani and Capt. Aaron Sarwar welcome Afghans to the United States at the Philadelphia International Airport, Oct. 7, 2021. The Afghans were part of a group traveling to Fort Pickett, Va., to begin their resettlement process.

Marine Corps Capt. Amir Golshani and Capt. Aaron Sarwar welcome Afghans to the United States at the Philadelphia International Airport, Oct. 7, 2021. The Afghans were part of a group traveling to Fort Pickett, Va., to begin their resettlement process.

Photo by Marine Corps Cpl. Corey A. Mathews

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Anthonette Bement, an embarkation specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, writes the weight of a quadcon during a gear inspection at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 10, 2020. Embarkers use multiple scales to properly weigh quadcons to meet weight requirements from either sealift or airlift. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Armando Elizalde)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Anthonette Bement, an embarkation specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, writes the weight of a quadcon during a gear inspection at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 10, 2020. Embarkers use multiple scales to properly weigh quadcons to meet weight requirements from either sealift or airlift. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Armando Elizalde)

Photo by Cpl. Armando Elizalde

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Anthonette Bement, an embarkation specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, places a scale under a quadcon at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 10, 2020. Embarkers use multiple scales to properly weigh quadcons to meet weight requirements from either sealift or airlift. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl.

Armando Elizalde)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Anthonette Bement, an embarkation specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, places a scale under a quadcon at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 10, 2020. Embarkers use multiple scales to properly weigh quadcons to meet weight requirements from either sealift or airlift. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Armando Elizalde)

Photo by Cpl. Armando Elizalde

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Anthonette Bement, an embarkation specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, uses hand-and-arm signals to assist in moving quadcons at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 10, 2020. Embarkers have a vital role during deployments. They are responsible for ensuring gear, vehicles, and other mission-essential equipment abide by applicable local and international shipping rules and ultimately reach their destination successfully. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Armando Elizalde)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Anthonette Bement, an embarkation specialist with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, uses hand-and-arm signals to assist in moving quadcons at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 10, 2020. Embarkers have a vital role during deployments. They are responsible for ensuring gear, vehicles, and other mission-essential equipment abide by applicable local and international shipping rules and ultimately reach their destination successfully. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Armando Elizalde)

Photo by Cpl. Armando Elizalde