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Idaho Air National Guard pilots from the 190th Fighter Squadron fly the A-10 Thunderbolt II shortly after leaving Idaho, Mar. 9., Mar. 9 headed to Barksdale Air Force Base, La. for a two week training exercise Green Flag East.

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U.S. pararescuemen assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron get hoisted into a 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk as part of a water rescue exercise near Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, March 20, 2014. The training helps the airmen stay proficient in water rescue skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Staci Miller/RELEASED)




A U.S. pararescueman assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron prepares to jump into the ocean from a 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk as part of a water rescue exercise near Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, March 22, 2014. The training helps the airmen stay proficient in water rescue skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Staci Miller/RELEASED)


A U.S. pararescueman assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron lowers into the ocean from a 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk as part of a water rescue exercise near Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, March 22, 2014. The training helps the airmen stay proficient in water rescue skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Staci Miller/RELEASED)Gerald Barnett


A U.S. pararescueman assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron assists Chief Master Sgt. Gerald Barnett, 449th Air Expeditionary Group senior enlisted adviser, via hoist into a 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk as part of a water rescue exercise near Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, March 20, 2014. The training helps the airmen stay proficient in water rescue skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Staci Miller/RELEASED)


A U.S. pararescueman assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron assists Chief Master Sgt. Gerald Barnett, 449th Air Expeditionary Group senior enlisted adviser, via hoist into a 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk as part of a water rescue exercise near Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, March 20, 2014. The training helps the airmen stay proficient in water rescue skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Staci Miller/RELEASED)

 

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EAST CHINA SEA (April 11, 2014) An US Army CH-47F Chinook tandem rotor heavy-lift helicopter from 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, prepares to land on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) next to a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. Denver is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting joint force amphibious operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) and Commander, Amphibious Squadron 11. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Todd C. Behrman/Released)

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EAST CHINA SEA (April 11, 2014) An US Army AH-64D Apache Longbow Attack helicopter from 4th Aerial Reconnaissance Battalion (Attack), 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is the flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting joint force amphibious operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) and Commander, Amphibious Squadron 11. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carla Burdt/Released)

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EAST CHINA SEA (April 11, 2014) An AH-64D Apache Longbow Attack helicopter from 4th Aerial Reconnaissance Battalion (Attack), 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). (U.S. Navy photos by Lt. Russell Wolfkiel/Released)[/COLOR]

 

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US Army AH-64E Apache Guardians from 1st Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment, Combat Aviation Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, conducted deck landing qualifications aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) off the coast of Hawaii, July 19, as part of the Navy’s Rim of the Pacific 2014. Photos by US Department of Defence.

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A caisson carry the coffin containing the remains of U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Leggett, of Ruskin, Fla., arrives for burial services at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014.

Army honor guards carry the coffin containing the ashes of U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Leggett, of Ruskin, Fla., during a burial services at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014. According to the Defense Department, Leggett, died Aug. 20, in Kabul, Afghanistan, of injuries received when he was engaged by the enemy. He was assigned to headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, XVIII Airborne Corps, Fort Bragg, N.C. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

An Army honor guard holds the folded flag that covered the coffin of U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Leggett, of Ruskin, Fla., during a burial services at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

Kendra Leggett, right, niece of U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Leggett, of Ruskin, Fla., weeps as the taps is played during a burial services at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014.

 

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The NASA handout photos show members of the U.S. Navy ceremonial guard holding a U.S. flag over the cremains of the late astronaut Neil Armstrong during a burial at sea service aboard the USS Philippine Sea, in the Atlantic Ocean, Sept. 14, 2012. Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 mission, died on Aug. 25 at the age of 82. (Xinhua/NASA/Bill Ingalls)

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The NASA handout photo shows U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander Paul Nagy (L Front) and Carol Armstrong, wife of Neil Armstrong, holding the cremains of the late astronaut Neil Armstrong during a burial at sea service aboard the USS Philippine Sea, in the Atlantic Ocean, Sept. 14, 2012. Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 mission, died on Aug. 25 at the age of 82. (Xinhua/NASA/Bill Ingalls)

 

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SAN DIEGO (June 4, 2015) The guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) returns with the Carl Vinson Strike Group from a nearly 10-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Karolina A. Oseguera/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (June 4, 2015) A Sailor enjoys his first kiss as the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) returns to its homeport at Naval Air Station North Island. Carl Vinson and Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 completed a deployment to the U.S. 5th and U.S. 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jacob G. Kaucher/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (June 4, 2015) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Jesse Ibarra, assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52), greets his wife during a homecoming celebration at Naval Base San Diego. Carl Vinson Strike Group returns from a nearly 10-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stacy M. Atkins Ricks/Released)

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (June 4, 2015) A pilot assigned to the Sunliners of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81 is greeted by his family during a homecoming celebration at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana. The Sunliners returned to Oceana after a nearly 10-month deployment as part of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alysia R. Hernandez/Released)

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (June 4, 2015) Cmdr. Brett Dresden, the commanding officer of the Sunliners of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, is greeted by his son during a homecoming celebration at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alysia R. Hernandez/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (June 4, 2015) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Michael Iverson greets his family during a homecoming ceremony for the guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101). Carl Vinson Strike Group returns from a nearly 10-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Karolina A. Oseguera/Released)

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NAVAL AIR STATION NORTH ISLAND (June 3, 2015) Lt. Cmdr. Trevor Hermann, assigned to Fleet Logistic Support Squadron (VRC) 30, hugs his family members during a homecoming celebration at Naval Air Station North Island after returning from a 10-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th area of operations. VRC-30 is part of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 embarked with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lacordrick Wilson/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (June 4, 2015) A Sailor assigned to guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104) meets his newborn son for the first time. Carl Vinson Strike Group returns from a nearly 10-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kristopher Kirsop/Released)

 

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Master Sgt. Chris Kohut sprays Airman 1st Class Kameron Freeman with pepper spray, March 4, 2017, at McLaughlin Air National Guard Base, W.Va. Security Forces members are required to get pepper sprayed at least once in their career. Kohut and Freeman are security forces personnel assigned to the 130th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. De-Juan Haley)

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Airman 1st Class Kameron Freeman places handcuffs on Tech. Sgt. Heather Garner after being pepper sprayed, March 4, 2017, at McLaughlin Air National Guard Base, W.Va. New security forces members are required to get pepper sprayed and complete challenges to deal with the effects of pepper spray. Garner and Freeman are security forces patrolmen assigned to the 130th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. De-Juan Haley)

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Airman 1st Class Kameron Freeman soothes her face with water after being pepper sprayed, March 4, 2017, at McLaughlin Air National Guard Base, W.Va. Among the requirements to become a security forces patrolman, members are pepper sprayed and placed through an obstacle course to hone their ability to overcome stressful situations. Freeman is assigned to the 130th Airlift Wing Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by Tech. Sgt. De-Juan Haley)

 

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Geelong, AUSTRALIA – A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, pulls upward into the sky causing vapor contrails in an aerial demonstration during the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition (AVALON) March 5. The F-22 Demonstration Team from Langley Air Force Base, Va., impressed the crowd for multiple days during the air show. AVALON 2017 is an ideal forum to showcase U.S. defense aircraft and equipment, particularly the latest in fifth generation capabilities such as the F-22 and F-35 Lightning II and it is the largest, most comprehensive event of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, attracting aviation and aerospace professions, key defense personnel, aviation enthusiasts and the general public. The U.S. participates in AVALON and other similar events to demonstrate the U.S. commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. John Gordinier)

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Geelong, AUSTRALIA – A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, departs the runway during the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition (AVALON) March 5. The F-22 Demonstration Team from Langley Air Force Base, Va., impressed the crowd for multiple days during the air show. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. John Gordinier)

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Geelong, AUSTRALIA – An F-35 Lightning II stationed at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., departs the runway during the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition (AVALON) March 4. (U.S. Air Force photos/Master Sgt. John Gordinier)

 

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Brigadier General Joe Jarrard, Georgia’s Adjutant General, fires an M320 grenade launcher with members of the Georgia Army National Guard’s 221st Military Intelligence Battalion at Fort Benning, Ga

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Georgia Army National Guard 2nd Lt. Amanda Orr of Headquarters Company, 221st Military Intelligence Battalion engages targets with an M-16 during battalion training at Fort Benning.

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Georgia Army National Guard Sgt. Chi Wu of Headquarters Company, 221st Military Intelligence Battalion engages targets with an M-16 during battalion training at Fort Benning.

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Georgia Army National Guard Sgt. Pat Choi of Company H, 121st Infantry Company, Long Range Surveillance instructs cadet Oscar Barrera of Company B, 221st Military Intelligence Battalion on aiming the M320 grenade launcher during battalion training at Fort Benning.

 

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Spain (March 5, 2017) Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Samantha Rivera stands topside rover watch aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) while the ship is pierside at Naval Station Rota, Spain. Porter is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ford Williams/Released)

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JINHAE, Republic of Korea (March 3, 2017) Explosive ordnance disposal technicians assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5 prepare to dive off the coast of Jinhae, Republic of Korea (ROK) during Exercise Foal Eagle 2017. The annual bilateral exercise is designed to enhance the readiness of U.S. and ROK forces and their ability to work together during a crisis. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alfred A. Coffield/Released)

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PLYMOUTH, England (March 5, 2017) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Breanna Smith prepares a blueberry crumble for lunch aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75). The ship forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alyssa Weeks/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 3, 2017) Gas Turbine System Technician 2nd Class Andrew Mesenbrink, left, conducts training on gas turbine modules during a tour of an engine room aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108). The ship is on a western Pacific deployment with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet into the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey L. Adams/Released)

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KANEOHE BAY, HAWAII (March 3, 2017) A P-3 Orion patrol aircraft assigned to the "Golden Eagles" Patrol Squadron (VP) 9 takes off during a command disestablishment at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. VP-9 left for a scheduled deployment, to be followed by a homeport shift to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Katarzyna Kobiljak/Released)

 

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 2, 2017) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) transits the South China Sea. The ship and its carrier strike group are on a western Pacific deployment as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Z.A. Landers/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 2, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) transits the South China Sea. The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group, which includes Wayne E. Meyer, is on a western Pacific deployment as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Z.A. Landers/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (March 2, 2017) An AV-8B Harrier assigned to the "Tomcats" of Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311 launches from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The ship is on a routine patrol operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to serve as a forward-capability for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Diana Quinlan/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 4, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) arrives at White Beach Naval Facility for a port visit. The ship is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to serve as a forward-capability for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class William Sykes/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (March 3, 2017) Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit depart an MV-22B Osprey assigned to the "Ridge Runners" of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). The ship is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer/Released)

 

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. William Pearn, a Shohola, Pennsylvania native, fires at a target during exercise Forest Light at Somagahara, Japan, March 8, 2017. Forest Light is one of various bilateral training opportunities conducted by Japanese Ground Self Defense and forward deployed U.S. Marine Corps forces to demonstrate the enduring commitment by both countries to peace, stability, and prosperity across the region. Pearn is a machine gunner in training for scout sniper school and is attached to Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, which supports III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by MCIPAC Combat Camera Lance Cpl. Juan C. Bustos)

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Harbert, a Colorado Springs, Colorado native, places a M40A5 sniper rifle on a tripod during exercise Forest Light at Somagahara, Japan, March 8, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by MCIPAC Combat Camera Lance Cpl. Juan C. Bustos)

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U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Bryce Meeker, sights into a M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System during exercise Forest Light at Somagahara, Japan, March 8, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by MCIPAC Combat Camera Lance Cpl. Juan C. Bustos)

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Harbert, and U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Bryce Meeker, sight in on their target points during exercise Forest Light at Somagahara, Japan, March 8, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by MCIPAC Combat Camera Lance Cpl. Juan C. Bustos)

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A M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System rests on a range during exercise Forest Light at Somagahara Japan, March 8, 2017.

 

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Staff Sergeant Jessica C. Navarro, a senior drill instructor, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, observes educators during Recruiting Stations (RS) Montgomery and Nashville Educators Workshop aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, Feb. 8, 2017. The educators come from across Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee to experience the workshop. The Educators Workshop provides an opportunity to educators to have an inside look at Marine Corps training to better inform students in their local area. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jack A. E. Rigsby/Released)

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Staff Sergeant Gabriel Soto, a senior drill instructor, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, gives incentive training to educators during Recruiting Stations (RS) Montgomery and Nashville Educators Workshop aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, Feb. 8, 2017.(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jack A. E. Rigsby/Released)

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Staff Sergeant Simone King, Senior Drill Instructor, 4th Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, instructs Kristin Tolman a school resource officer with Recruiting Station Columbia during the Recruiting Station Atlanta/Columbia Educators Workshop aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, Mar. 8, 2017. The Educators come from both Recruiting Station Atlanta and Columbia to experience the Educators Workshop. The Educators Workshop provides an opportunity to educators to have an inside look at Marine Corps training to better inform the students in their local area. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jack A. E. Rigsby/Released)

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Staff Sergeant Nicolas Garcia, Senior Drill Instructor, 2nd Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, speaks to educators during the Recruiting Station Atlanta/Columbia Educators Workshop aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, Mar. 8, 2017. The Educators come from both Recruiting Station Atlanta and Columbia to experience the Educators Workshop. The Educators Workshop provides an opportunity to educators to have an inside look at Marine Corps training to better inform the students in their local area. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jack A. E. Rigsby/Released)

 

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) The guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) fires its 5-inch gun during a live-fire gunnery exercise. Porter is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ford Williams/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) visit, board, search and seizure team prepare to board the ship during a training exercise. Porter is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ford Williams/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 8, 2017) Sailors remove chocks and chains from an AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter prior to departing the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The ship is underway conducting a series of qualifications and certifications as part of the basic phase of training in preparation for future operations and deployments. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrew Murray/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 8, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airmen Samantha Vasquez, left, and Maricel Idos direct helicopters assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrew Murray/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 8, 2017) Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Tyler Johnson observes well deck operations aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48). The ship is part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group which is on a routine patrol operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released)

 

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) Sailors supply electrical power to an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Tomcatters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31 aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The ship and its carrier strike group are conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brianna Bowens/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 8, 2017) The Commanding Officer (CO) of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72) Cmdr. Marc Davis reads notes from the CO's suggestion box over the ship's 1-MC announcing system in the pilothouse. Mahan is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tim Comerford/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 7, 2017) An E-2C Hawkeye early warning and support aircraft assigned to the "Bear Aces" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 124 prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Gaines/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 8, 2017) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Sherman stands watch in the pilothouse of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tim Comerford/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Mar. 4, 2017) Engineman 3rd Class Kenisha Sheppard aligns USS Mesa Verde's (LPD 19) engine for start up after a routine check. Mesa Verde, an amphibious transport dock ship, is deployed with the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in Europe and the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brent Pyfrom/Released)

 

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 7, 2017) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) embark San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20). The ship is on a routine patrol in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, operating as a forward-capability for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Diana Quinlan/Released)

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ENGLISH CHANNEL (March 6, 2017) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) launch a rigid-hull inflatable boat during a fast attack craft/fast inshore craft exercise. Hue City is operating in the English Channel as part of Operation Atlantic Resolve in order to assure allies of our shared commitment and to build interoperability toward peace and stability in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kayla Cosby/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 8, 2017) Landing craft utility 1651, attached to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, enters the well deck of USS Ashland (LSD 48). The amphibious dock landing ship is part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, and embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet attached to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) to conduct flight operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Gaines/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 8, 2017) Landing craft utility 1651, attached to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, enters the well deck of USS Ashland (LSD 48). The amphibious dock landing ship is part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, and embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released)

 

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 7, 2017) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) embark San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20). The ship is on a routine patrol in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, operating as a forward-capability for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Diana Quinlan/Released)

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ENGLISH CHANNEL (March 6, 2017) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) launch a rigid-hull inflatable boat during a fast attack craft/fast inshore craft exercise. Hue City is operating in the English Channel as part of Operation Atlantic Resolve in order to assure allies of our shared commitment and to build interoperability toward peace and stability in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kayla Cosby/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 8, 2017) Landing craft utility 1651, attached to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, enters the well deck of USS Ashland (LSD 48). The amphibious dock landing ship is part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, and embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet attached to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) to conduct flight operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Gaines/Released)

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CHANGI NAVAL BASE (March 6, 2017) Gunner's Mate 1st Class Michael McCrackin, from Alvin, Texas, raises the breach block during routine maintenance on a Mk 110 57mm gun aboard littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4). The ship is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. Coronado is a fast and agile warship tailor-made to patrol the region's littorals and work hull-to-hull with partner navies, providing 7th Fleet with the flexible capabilities it needs now and in the future. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amy M. Ressler/Released)

 

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U.S. Army Spc. Vincent Ventarola, assigned to Cobra Battery, Field Artillery Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, pulls the lanyard on a M777 Howitzer during Exercise Dynamic Front II at the 7th Army Training Command's Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 9, 2017. Dynamic Front is an artillery operability exercise and focuses on developing solutions within the theater level fires system by executing multi-echelon fires and testing interoperability at the tactical level. It includes nearly 1,400 participants from nine NATO nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach)

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U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Cobra Battery, Field Artillery Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, conduct a fire mission with a M777 Howitzer during Exercise Dynamic Front II at the 7th Army Training Command's Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 9, 2017. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach)

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CH-47F Chinook helicopter crew member, with the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, supports Cobra Battery, Field Artillery Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, during Sling Load Operations as part of Exercise Dynamic Front II at the 7th Army Training Command's Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 9, 2017.(U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach)

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U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Cobra Battery, Field Artillery Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, conduct Sling Load Operations with support from the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade during Exercise Dynamic Front II at the 7th Army Training Command's Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 9, 2017. Dynamic Front is an artillery operability exercise and focuses on developing solutions within the theater level fires system by executing multi-echelon fires and testing interoperability at the tactical level. It includes nearly 1,400 participants from nine NATO nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach)

 

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 9, 2017) Seaman Mei Zhang assigned to amphibious transport dock ship, USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) demonstrates restraining techniques after being pepper sprayed as part of the ship’s security reaction force qualifications, March 9, 2017. The ship is deployed with the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brent Pyfrom/Released)

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EAST CHINA SEA (March 10, 2017) Fire Controlman 3rd Class James Glass, from Chesapeake, Virginia, fires an M240B machine gun during a gunnery exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48). Ashland, part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released)

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EAST CHINA SEA (March 10, 2017) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) fires a Mark 38 25 mm machine gun during a gunnery exercise. Ashland is part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group which is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (March 9, 2017) Machinist Mate 3rd Class Mary Pauline Cabusao takes the Navy-wide E-5 advancement exam aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). The ship is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Asher Allen/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 9, 2017) – A UH-1Y Venom, assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167 (HMLA-167), lands on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The ship is underway conducting a series of qualifications and certifications as part of the basic phase of training in preparation for future operations and deployments. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dary M. Patten/Released)