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U.S. Marines with Task Force 61/2.5 (Force Reconnaissance Company), clear buildings during Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain training in Rota, Spain on June 13, 2023. Task Force 61/2.5 provides naval and joint force commanders with dedicated multi-domain reconnaissance and counter reconnaissance (RXR) capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Robert Hallett, the 2d Marine Division assistant division commander, presents Sgt. Peyton Nott, a motor transportation chief with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, with a challenge coin for his recent meritorious promotion to sergeant by the 36th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 31, 2023. Nott was promoted as a result of his exceptional performance and leadership while holding a billet reserved for a gunnery sergeant. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ethan Robert Jones)

Photo by Cpl. Ethan R. Jones

Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipman Sam Nutting sights in during a fire and maneuver exercise as part of Career Orientation Training for Midshipmen (CORTRAMID) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 27, 2023. The CORTRAMID is a basic introduction and training event to familiarize NROTC Midshipmen with the primary warfare designators that they will serve in, along with providing them with exposure to what is often their first Marine Corps fleet experience. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Osmar Gutierrez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Osmar Gutierrez

U.S. Marines with 2d Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division fire a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System during a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation (MCCRE) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 30, 2023. The purpose of a MCCRE is to formally evaluate the unit’s combat readiness in preparation for deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Osmar Gutierrez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Osmar Gutierrez

U.S. Marines conduct a demonstration during a Marine Corps Martial Arts instructor (MAI) Course graduation on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 28, 2023. MAI Courses are designed to develop the individual Marine’s understanding of combative techniques while enduring both mental and physical stressors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki)

Photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki

A U.S. Marine with 2d Battalion, 8th Marines, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division zero’s his rifle during a live fire range as a part of a Service Level Training Exercise (SLTE) on Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, July 21, 2023. The SLTE is a series of exercises designed to prepare Marines for future operations around the globe and to enhance the combat readiness for all elements of the Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance. Joshua Kumakaw)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Kumakaw

U.S. Marine Corps Retired General James F. Amos, 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps, presents Lt. Gen. David J. Furness, the Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policy and Operations, Headquarters, United States Marine Corps, the distinguished service medal during his retirement ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 21, 2023. Furness is retiring after 36 years of honorable and faithful service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Averi Rowton

The 36th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, speaks with Marines with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment , 2d Marine Division, during a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 24, 2023. General Smith visited Marines with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division as part of a command tour. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Patrick Vincent, right, the outgoing company commander of Headquarters Battalion, 2d Marine Division, transfers the guidon to Capt. Brock Yackey during a change of command ceremony on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 13, 2023. During the ceremony, Capt. Patrick Vincent, the outgoing company commander of Headquarters Battalion, relinquished command to Capt. Brock Yackey. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Daysia McCree)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Daysia McCree

Corporals who have met the following requirements below are qualified for promotion to the rank of Sergeant without meeting the normal time in service requirements.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kaylee Compton

Corporals who have met the following requirements below are qualified for promotion to the rank of Sergeant without meeting the normal time in service requirements.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kaylee Compton

Corporals who have met the following requirements below are qualified for promotion to the rank of Sergeant without meeting the normal time in service requirements.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kaylee Compton

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Calvert Worth Jr. (left), commanding general of 2d Marine Division (MARDIV), greets Netherlands Marine Corps Capt. Fabian Schra (right), an Arnhem, Netherlands, native and Dutch exchange officer attached to 2d Reconnaissance (Recon) Battalion, 2d Marine Division on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 14, 2023. Schra was presented challenge coins for his outstanding service for the past two years working with 2d Recon, 2d MARDIV as a Dutch exchange officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki)

Photo by Cpl. Megan Ozaki

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Sgt. Nathan Hanley, First Sergeant with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division receives ashes during an Ash Wednesday field service on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 26, 2020. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a six-week observance of repentance and prayer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ashley McLaughlin)

Photo by Cpl. Ashley McLaughlin

U.S. Navy Lt. Matthew Spurlock, a chaplain with 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, conducts an Easter field service at a live-fire range during the Adversary Force Exercise (AFX) at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, April 17, 2022. The purpose of AFX is to create a credible, realistic threat for the exercise forces participating in the Integrated Training Exercise to engage against during the upcoming MAGTF Warfighting Exercise in a force-on-force, unscripted wargame. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Megan Ozaki)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Megan Ozaki

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Robert Williamson, a gunner with 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Division, 2d Marine Division, partakes in a religious field service during Adversary Force Exercise (AFX) at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, April 26, 2022. The purpose of AFX is to create a credible, realistic threat for the exercise forces participating in the Integrated Training Exercise to engage against during the upcoming MAGTF Warfighting Exercise in a force-on-force, unscripted wargame. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Megan Ozaki)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Megan Ozaki

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 3 Mark Pellon, a band officer with the 2d Marine Division Band, gives Mildred Latino-Thomas, the Onslow Hispanic Latino Association (OHLA) vice president, a gift during the OHLA Summer Latin Fiesta in Jacksonville, North Carolina, July 8, 2023. Community relation events like these enable the Marines of 2d MARDIV to give back to the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy

A U.S. Marine with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, speaks to midshipmen during an artillery demonstration as part of Career Orientation Training for Midshipmen (CORTRAMID) on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 10, 2023. The CORTRAMID is a basic introduction and training event to familiarize Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Midshipmen with the primary warfare designators that they will serve in, along with providing them with exposure to what is often their first Marine Corps fleet experience. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy

U.S. Marines with 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, conduct a warm-up exercise during a 6th Marine Regiment anniversary workout on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 7, 2023. This physical training event was hosted to boost morale and commemorate the activation of 6th Marine Regiment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Kumakaw)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Kumakaw

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Luis Castillo, the executive officer of Weapons Company, 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, grills hot dogs and hamburgers during a beach bash on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 7, 2023. The beach bash provided an opportunity for 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment Marines and their families to come together and build stronger bonds. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Osmar Gutierrez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Osmar Gutierrez