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U.S. Marines with Company G, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division learn how to set up ten-man tents from the Norwegian Army Host Nation Support Battalion during a short field exercise, March 3, 2014. The Marines and Norwegian soldiers spent three days learning to work together and how to operate in the Norwegian winter environment to prepare the Marines and soldiers for Exercise Cold Response, which is a multinational and multilateral training exercise. The exercise will feature various types of military training including maritime, land and air operations. The location, above the Arctic Circle in northern Norway, provides a unique cold-weather environment for all forces involved to learn and develop procedures from one another.

U.S. Marines with Company G, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division learn how to set up ten-man tents from the Norwegian Army Host Nation Support Battalion during a short field exercise, March 3, 2014. The Marines and Norwegian soldiers spent three days learning to work together and how to operate in the Norwegian winter environment to prepare the Marines and soldiers for Exercise Cold Response, which is a multinational and multilateral training exercise. The exercise will feature various types of military training including maritime, land and air operations. The location, above the Arctic Circle in northern Norway, provides a unique cold-weather environment for all forces involved to learn and develop procedures from one another.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Cesar N. Contreras

U.S. Marines with Company G, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division learn how to set up ten-man tents from the Norwegian Army Host Nation Support Battalion during a short field exercise, March 3, 2014. The Marines and Norwegian soldiers spent three days learning to work together and how to operate in the Norwegian winter environment to prepare the Marines and soldiers for Exercise Cold Response, which is a multinational and multilateral training exercise. The exercise will feature various types of military training including maritime, land and air operations. The location, above the Arctic Circle in northern Norway, provides a unique cold-weather environment for all forces involved to learn and develop procedures from one another.

U.S. Marines with Company G, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division learn how to set up ten-man tents from the Norwegian Army Host Nation Support Battalion during a short field exercise, March 3, 2014. The Marines and Norwegian soldiers spent three days learning to work together and how to operate in the Norwegian winter environment to prepare the Marines and soldiers for Exercise Cold Response, which is a multinational and multilateral training exercise. The exercise will feature various types of military training including maritime, land and air operations. The location, above the Arctic Circle in northern Norway, provides a unique cold-weather environment for all forces involved to learn and develop procedures from one another.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Cesar N. Contreras

U.S. Marines with Company G, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division learn how to set up ten-man tents from the Norwegian Army Host Nation Support Battalion during a short field exercise, March 3, 2014. The Marines and Norwegian soldiers spent three days learning to work together and how to operate in the Norwegian winter environment to prepare the Marines and soldiers for Exercise Cold Response, which is a multinational and multilateral training exercise. The exercise will feature various types of military training including maritime, land and air operations. The location, above the Arctic Circle in northern Norway, provides a unique cold-weather environment for all forces involved to learn and develop procedures from one another.

U.S. Marines with Company G, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division learn how to set up ten-man tents from the Norwegian Army Host Nation Support Battalion during a short field exercise, March 3, 2014. The Marines and Norwegian soldiers spent three days learning to work together and how to operate in the Norwegian winter environment to prepare the Marines and soldiers for Exercise Cold Response, which is a multinational and multilateral training exercise. The exercise will feature various types of military training including maritime, land and air operations. The location, above the Arctic Circle in northern Norway, provides a unique cold-weather environment for all forces involved to learn and develop procedures from one another.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Cesar N. Contreras

Sergeant Maj. Jonathan D. Martin (right) takes charge as the battalion sergeant major of 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 3, 2014. The battalion commander (left) passes on the Non-Commissioned Officer Sword to symbolize a transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability between the sergeants major. Martin is returning to the United States from a tour of duty at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, where he was the company first sergeant for Marine Corps Security Force Co. This is Martin’s first billet as a sergeant major since being promoted in Feb. 2014.

Sergeant Maj. Jonathan D. Martin (right) takes charge as the battalion sergeant major of 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 3, 2014. The battalion commander (left) passes on the Non-Commissioned Officer Sword to symbolize a transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability between the sergeants major. Martin is returning to the United States from a tour of duty at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, where he was the company first sergeant for Marine Corps Security Force Co. This is Martin’s first billet as a sergeant major since being promoted in Feb. 2014.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton A. Precht

Sergeant Maj. Timonthy J. Rudd gives thanks to the families, friends, Marines and sailors in attendance during the 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, Post and Relief ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 3, 2014. Sergeant Maj. Jonathan D. Martin took his post as the new battalion sergeant major. The battalion commander passes on the Non-Commissioned Officer Sword to symbolize a transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability between the sergeants major. Rudd has been the battalion sergeant major since Jan. 2012.

Sergeant Maj. Timonthy J. Rudd gives thanks to the families, friends, Marines and sailors in attendance during the 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, Post and Relief ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 3, 2014. Sergeant Maj. Jonathan D. Martin took his post as the new battalion sergeant major. The battalion commander passes on the Non-Commissioned Officer Sword to symbolize a transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability between the sergeants major. Rudd has been the battalion sergeant major since Jan. 2012.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton A. Precht

Sergeant Maj. Timonthy J. Rudd gives the Marines of 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division his final thanks and goodbyes as he was relieved from his post as the battalion sergeant major aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 3, 2014. Sergeant Maj. Jonathan D. Martin took his post as the new battalion sergeant major. The battalion commander passes on the Non-Commissioned Officer Sword to symbolize a transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability between the sergeants major. Rudd has been the battalion sergeant major since Jan. 2012.

Sergeant Maj. Timonthy J. Rudd gives the Marines of 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division his final thanks and goodbyes as he was relieved from his post as the battalion sergeant major aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 3, 2014. Sergeant Maj. Jonathan D. Martin took his post as the new battalion sergeant major. The battalion commander passes on the Non-Commissioned Officer Sword to symbolize a transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability between the sergeants major. Rudd has been the battalion sergeant major since Jan. 2012.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton A. Precht

Sergeant Maj. Jonathan D. Martin (right), the new sergeant major of 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, salutes Lt. Col. Jeffrey R. Stevenson during the Post and Relief Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune March 3, 2014. Martin relieved Sgt. Maj. Timonthy J. Rudd as the battalion sergeant major. The ceremony is a time-honored tradition to represent a transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability between the sergeants major. Martin is returning to the United States from a tour of duty at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, where he was the company first sergeant for Marine Corps Security Force Co. This is Martin’s first billet as a sergeant major since being promoted in Feb. 2014.

Sergeant Maj. Jonathan D. Martin (right), the new sergeant major of 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, salutes Lt. Col. Jeffrey R. Stevenson during the Post and Relief Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune March 3, 2014. Martin relieved Sgt. Maj. Timonthy J. Rudd as the battalion sergeant major. The ceremony is a time-honored tradition to represent a transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability between the sergeants major. Martin is returning to the United States from a tour of duty at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, where he was the company first sergeant for Marine Corps Security Force Co. This is Martin’s first billet as a sergeant major since being promoted in Feb. 2014.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton A. Precht

Corporal Jacob Daniel, with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, and native of Sanford, N.C., holds his son after returning from a 6-month deployment with the Black Sea Rotational Force, Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. The Black Sea Rotational Force is a Special-Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force that promotes regional stability and trains with military forces from the Black Sea, Caucasus and Southeast Europe regions.

Corporal Jacob Daniel, with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, and native of Sanford, N.C., holds his son after returning from a 6-month deployment with the Black Sea Rotational Force, Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. The Black Sea Rotational Force is a Special-Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force that promotes regional stability and trains with military forces from the Black Sea, Caucasus and Southeast Europe regions.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael Boeii, a hospital corpsman with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, holds his daughter during the units homecoming, Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Marines and sailors returned home after a 6-month deployment with the Black Sea Rotational Force. The Black Sea Rotational Force is a Special-Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force that promotes regional stability and trains with military forces from the Black Sea, Caucasus and Southeast Europe regions.

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael Boeii, a hospital corpsman with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, holds his daughter during the units homecoming, Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Marines and sailors returned home after a 6-month deployment with the Black Sea Rotational Force. The Black Sea Rotational Force is a Special-Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force that promotes regional stability and trains with military forces from the Black Sea, Caucasus and Southeast Europe regions.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez

Awards and trophies lay on a table before being presented to Marines and sailors of 2nd Marine Division, Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. The awards are presented by Brig. Gen. James W. Lukeman, the division commanding general, and represent the Marines and sailors initiative and dedication to duty.

Awards and trophies lay on a table before being presented to Marines and sailors of 2nd Marine Division, Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. The awards are presented by Brig. Gen. James W. Lukeman, the division commanding general, and represent the Marines and sailors initiative and dedication to duty.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez

Brigadier Gen. James W. Lukeman, the 2nd Marine Division commanding general, congratulates Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Brooke E. Lopshire, the religious program specialist with Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, on her achievement as the Junior Sailor of The Quarter during the Morning Awards Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Feb. 27, 2014. The Junior Sailor of The Quarter Award is presented to sailors (E-4 through E-5) who perform their duties in a highly exemplary and professional matter.

Brigadier Gen. James W. Lukeman, the 2nd Marine Division commanding general, congratulates Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Brooke E. Lopshire, the religious program specialist with Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, on her achievement as the Junior Sailor of The Quarter during the Morning Awards Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Feb. 27, 2014. The Junior Sailor of The Quarter Award is presented to sailors (E-4 through E-5) who perform their duties in a highly exemplary and professional matter.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez

Brigadier Gen. James W. Lukeman, the 2nd Marine Division commanding general, speaks about the outstanding leadership the awarded Marines and sailors have displayed during the Morning Awards Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Feb. 27, 2014. Two Marines and three sailors were recognized for outstanding performance.

Brigadier Gen. James W. Lukeman, the 2nd Marine Division commanding general, speaks about the outstanding leadership the awarded Marines and sailors have displayed during the Morning Awards Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Feb. 27, 2014. Two Marines and three sailors were recognized for outstanding performance.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez

From left to right: Brigadier Gen. James W. Lukeman, Sgt. Joshua L. Moore, Petty Officer 3rd Class Kyle R. Townsend, Petty Officer 3rd Class Brooke E. Lopshire, Cpl. Andrew L. Sirois, Sgt. Maj. Bryan K. Zickefoose and Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Russell W. Folley, pose for a picture during the Morning Awards Ceremony Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Two Marines and three sailors were recognized for outstanding performance.

From left to right: Brigadier Gen. James W. Lukeman, Sgt. Joshua L. Moore, Petty Officer 3rd Class Kyle R. Townsend, Petty Officer 3rd Class Brooke E. Lopshire, Cpl. Andrew L. Sirois, Sgt. Maj. Bryan K. Zickefoose and Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Russell W. Folley, pose for a picture during the Morning Awards Ceremony Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Two Marines and three sailors were recognized for outstanding performance.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez

Brigadier Gen. James W. Lukeman, the 2nd Marine Division commanding general, congratulates Sgt. Joshua L. Moore, with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, for his accomplishment in receiving the Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone Award during the Morning Awards Ceremony Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. The award is presented to Marines who exhibit Basilone’s attributes, such as courage and commitment.

Brigadier Gen. James W. Lukeman, the 2nd Marine Division commanding general, congratulates Sgt. Joshua L. Moore, with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, for his accomplishment in receiving the Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone Award during the Morning Awards Ceremony Feb. 27, 2014 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. The award is presented to Marines who exhibit Basilone’s attributes, such as courage and commitment.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez

Navy Lt. Cmdr. John Van Dyke, the chaplain for Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, leads prayer for Marines, sailors, families and friends in attendance for the Morning Awards Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Feb. 27, 2014. Two Marines and three sailors were recognized for outstanding performance.

Navy Lt. Cmdr. John Van Dyke, the chaplain for Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, leads prayer for Marines, sailors, families and friends in attendance for the Morning Awards Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Feb. 27, 2014. Two Marines and three sailors were recognized for outstanding performance.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE--Sgt. Robert Kubach, the operations chief for 2nd Combat Engineering Battalion and Cleveland native, operates the improved M9 Armored Combat Earth-mover during a familiarization exercise Feb. 26, 2014. The M9 ACE is the improved version of the Legacy ACE; it has an upgraded and reinforced hull, more powerful engine and improved hydraulic system.

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE--Sgt. Robert Kubach, the operations chief for 2nd Combat Engineering Battalion and Cleveland native, operates the improved M9 Armored Combat Earth-mover during a familiarization exercise Feb. 26, 2014. The M9 ACE is the improved version of the Legacy ACE; it has an upgraded and reinforced hull, more powerful engine and improved hydraulic system.

Photo by Cpl. Michael Dye

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE--Sgt. Robert Kubach, the operations chief for 2nd Combat Engineering Battalion and Cleveland native, operates the improved M9 Armored Combat Earth-mover during a familiarization exercise Feb. 26, 2014. The M9 ACE is the improved version of the Legacy ACE; it has an upgraded and reinforced hull, more powerful engine and improved hydraulic system.

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE--Sgt. Robert Kubach, the operations chief for 2nd Combat Engineering Battalion and Cleveland native, operates the improved M9 Armored Combat Earth-mover during a familiarization exercise Feb. 26, 2014. The M9 ACE is the improved version of the Legacy ACE; it has an upgraded and reinforced hull, more powerful engine and improved hydraulic system.

Photo by Cpl. Michael Dye

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE--The cockpit of the new and improved M9 Armored Combat Earth-Mover provides the operator with several camera systems that allow the operator a 360 degree view of whats around the equipment. The M9 ACE is the improved version of the Legacy ACE, it has an upgraded and reinforced hull, more powerful engine and improved hydraulic system.

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE--The cockpit of the new and improved M9 Armored Combat Earth-Mover provides the operator with several camera systems that allow the operator a 360 degree view of whats around the equipment. The M9 ACE is the improved version of the Legacy ACE, it has an upgraded and reinforced hull, more powerful engine and improved hydraulic system.

Photo by Cpl. Michael Dye

Sergeant Jarrod C. Mason received The 2nd Marine Division Career Planner of the Year award, Feb. 5th, 2014, at Marine Corps Base Quantico. Mason was born and raised in the small town of Albion, Nebraska. “I was shocked when I found out I won the award.

Sergeant Jarrod C. Mason received The 2nd Marine Division Career Planner of the Year award, Feb. 5th, 2014, at Marine Corps Base Quantico. Mason was born and raised in the small town of Albion, Nebraska. “I was shocked when I found out I won the award.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton A. Precht

Sergeant Jarrod C. Mason received The 2nd Marine Division Career Planner of the Year award, Feb. 5th, 2014, at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. Mason was born and raised in the small town of Albion, Nebraska. “I was shocked when I found out I won the award,” said Mason.

Sergeant Jarrod C. Mason received The 2nd Marine Division Career Planner of the Year award, Feb. 5th, 2014, at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. Mason was born and raised in the small town of Albion, Nebraska. “I was shocked when I found out I won the award,” said Mason.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton A. Precht