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U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Zachary Pronenko, a watch commander, and Capt. Yugo Kaneku, a Japanese security guard, with Provost Marshal's, Office Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, guide local residents during a tsunami evacuation drill on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 5, 2024. The island-wide tsunami evacuation drill is conducted annually to allow local residents to enter military installations where they will be provided with a safe and secure location. The drill aimed to enhance procedures and protocols for the personnel involved on the installation and local communities in the event of a natural disaster. Pronenko is a native of Illinois. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Zachary Pronenko, a watch commander, and Capt. Yugo Kaneku, a Japanese security guard, with Provost Marshal's, Office Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, guide local residents during a tsunami evacuation drill on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 5, 2024. The island-wide tsunami evacuation drill is conducted annually to allow local residents to enter military installations where they will be provided with a safe and secure location. The drill aimed to enhance procedures and protocols for the personnel involved on the installation and local communities in the event of a natural disaster. Pronenko is a native of Illinois. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis

U.S. Marines with the Camp Butler Postal Office, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, processes a package during an annual field training exercise on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2024. MCIPAC Postal Service holds this training regularly to better prepare Marines to collect and distribute mail in an expeditionary environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson)

U.S. Marines with the Camp Butler Postal Office, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, processes a package during an annual field training exercise on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2024. MCIPAC Postal Service holds this training regularly to better prepare Marines to collect and distribute mail in an expeditionary environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson

U.S. Marine Corps Col. William Pacatte, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, center, cuts the ceremonial ribbon with Maj. Gen. Marcus Annibale, commanding general for 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, left center, and Japan Facilities Improvement Program members during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on MCAS Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2024. The ceremony commemorated the opening of the newly renovated hangar 515. The hanger was funded by the Japan Facilities Improvement Program. This project marks a crucial step in enhancing the functionality and efficiency of the operational facilities, ensuring continued mission readiness and support. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. William Pacatte, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, center, cuts the ceremonial ribbon with Maj. Gen. Marcus Annibale, commanding general for 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, left center, and Japan Facilities Improvement Program members during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on MCAS Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2024. The ceremony commemorated the opening of the newly renovated hangar 515. The hanger was funded by the Japan Facilities Improvement Program. This project marks a crucial step in enhancing the functionality and efficiency of the operational facilities, ensuring continued mission readiness and support. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Stephen D. Sklenka, deputy commandant of Installations and Logistics, speaks during a town hall meeting at the Foster Theater, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2024. During the town hall, Sklenka discussed quality of life, near-peer adversaries, his role as the deputy commandant of Installations and Logistics, and answered questions from attendees. Sklenka is a native of Georgia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Stephen D. Sklenka, deputy commandant of Installations and Logistics, speaks during a town hall meeting at the Foster Theater, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2024. During the town hall, Sklenka discussed quality of life, near-peer adversaries, his role as the deputy commandant of Installations and Logistics, and answered questions from attendees. Sklenka is a native of Georgia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng)

Photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Marc Walker, commanding officer of Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, serves food during the 249th Marine Corps Birthday meal at Mess Hall 488, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 8, 2024. This meal was open for all Department of Defense personnel, civilians, master labor contractors, and dependents. Marines and MLCs prepared this meal five days prior and featured exclusive menu items like steak, lobster, and cake. Walker is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Marc Walker, commanding officer of Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, serves food during the 249th Marine Corps Birthday meal at Mess Hall 488, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 8, 2024. This meal was open for all Department of Defense personnel, civilians, master labor contractors, and dependents. Marines and MLCs prepared this meal five days prior and featured exclusive menu items like steak, lobster, and cake. Walker is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng)

Photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer David Silvaloaso, right, the oldest Marine present, receives cake from Maj. Gen. Brian Wolford, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations Pacific, during the MCIPAC Marine Corps Birthday Ball at Plaza Housing, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 15, 2024. The Marine Corps Birthday is celebrated by Marines all around the world every year on Nov. 10. The final event of the ceremony is the cake-cutting ceremony which signifies the passing of time-honored traditions from the older generation to the younger generation. Wolford is a native of Maryland and Silvaloaso is a native of Spain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng)

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer David Silvaloaso, right, the oldest Marine present, receives cake from Maj. Gen. Brian Wolford, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations Pacific, during the MCIPAC Marine Corps Birthday Ball at Plaza Housing, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 15, 2024. The Marine Corps Birthday is celebrated by Marines all around the world every year on Nov. 10. The final event of the ceremony is the cake-cutting ceremony which signifies the passing of time-honored traditions from the older generation to the younger generation. Wolford is a native of Maryland and Silvaloaso is a native of Spain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng)

Photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng

U.S. Marines from across Okinawa, shoot on range as part of the Okinawa Intermural Shooting Competition on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 26, 2024. The OIMC is a multi-day competition where Marines stationed on Okinawa compete amongst each other in shooting drills with rifles and pistols, testing their marksmanship skills and sharpening their overall proficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson.)

U.S. Marines from across Okinawa, shoot on range as part of the Okinawa Intermural Shooting Competition on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 26, 2024. The OIMC is a multi-day competition where Marines stationed on Okinawa compete amongst each other in shooting drills with rifles and pistols, testing their marksmanship skills and sharpening their overall proficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson.)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson

Yosuke Nakama, chief of Traffic Safety Operations with the Okinawa Prefecture Government, center, demonstrates a breathalyzer test to U.S. Marines during “The Ripple Effect” lecture on the dangers of driving under the influence, on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 13, 2024. The lecture was hosted to bring awareness to the dangers and repercussions of driving while under the influence. Demonstrations of the sobriety test process were presented, and a speaker shared his personal experience with the consequences of a DUI. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Yosuke Nakama, chief of Traffic Safety Operations with the Okinawa Prefecture Government, center, demonstrates a breathalyzer test to U.S. Marines during “The Ripple Effect” lecture on the dangers of driving under the influence, on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 13, 2024. The lecture was hosted to bring awareness to the dangers and repercussions of driving while under the influence. Demonstrations of the sobriety test process were presented, and a speaker shared his personal experience with the consequences of a DUI. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis

Students from multiple schools across Uruma City speak with U.S. Marines during the Summer English Program on Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 19, 2024. The weeklong program, held annually, involves local high school students interacting with Marines in a cultural exchange while learning different ways to converse in English. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Students from multiple schools across Uruma City speak with U.S. Marines during the Summer English Program on Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 19, 2024. The weeklong program, held annually, involves local high school students interacting with Marines in a cultural exchange while learning different ways to converse in English. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis

U.S. Marines with 3rd Network Battalion and Delta Company Radio Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force, overlook Hacksaw Ridge on Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 3, 2024. The Marines visited Kakazu and Hacksaw Ridge to gain an understanding of the two locations’ roles' in the Battle of Okinawa. Kakazu Ridge was a battlefield where U.S. forces faced Japanese defenses to gain higher ground and advance further during the Battle of Okinawa. Hacksaw Ridge was a crucial battleground in World War II, where U.S. forces advanced through Okinawa to secure a critical vantage point and where Desmond Doss saved numerous lives with his actions without carrying a weapon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Network Battalion and Delta Company Radio Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force, overlook Hacksaw Ridge on Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 3, 2024. The Marines visited Kakazu and Hacksaw Ridge to gain an understanding of the two locations’ roles' in the Battle of Okinawa. Kakazu Ridge was a battlefield where U.S. forces faced Japanese defenses to gain higher ground and advance further during the Battle of Okinawa. Hacksaw Ridge was a crucial battleground in World War II, where U.S. forces advanced through Okinawa to secure a critical vantage point and where Desmond Doss saved numerous lives with his actions without carrying a weapon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson

Gunnery Sergeant Mario B. Sanchez Jr. with 3d Intelligence Battalion, III Marine Information Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force pauses for photo with Ichiro Umehara, Camp Courtney Community Relation Specialis, Takayuki Kayo, Camp Hansen Community Relation Specialist and shelter staffs.

Sanchez donated a basketball goal and 5 basket balls for women shelter's children in Urasoe, Okinawa on August 28, 2024.

Sanchez ran 32 miles to raise fund for local community as part of his 32nd birthday celebration.

Sanchez also donated a basketball goal and basket balls to an orphanage in Nago, Okinawa on August 27, 2024.

Gunnery Sergeant Mario B. Sanchez Jr. with 3d Intelligence Battalion, III Marine Information Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force pauses for photo with Ichiro Umehara, Camp Courtney Community Relation Specialis, Takayuki Kayo, Camp Hansen Community Relation Specialist and shelter staffs. Sanchez donated a basketball goal and 5 basket balls for women shelter's children in Urasoe, Okinawa on August 28, 2024. Sanchez ran 32 miles to raise fund for local community as part of his 32nd birthday celebration. Sanchez also donated a basketball goal and basket balls to an orphanage in Nago, Okinawa on August 27, 2024.

Photo by Aya Ichihashi

Gunnery Sergeant Mario B. Sanchez Jr. with 3d Intelligence Battalion, III Marine Information Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force pauses for photo with Ichiro Umehara, Camp Courtney Community Relation Specialis, Takayuki Kayo, Camp Hansen Community Relation Specialist and shelter staffs.

Sanchez donated a basketball goal and 5 basket balls for women shelter's children in Urasoe, Okinawa on August 28, 2024.

Sanchez ran 32 miles to raise fund for local community as part of his 32nd birthday celebration.

Sanchez also donated a basketball goal and basket balls to an orphanage in Nago, Okinawa on August 27, 2024.

Gunnery Sergeant Mario B. Sanchez Jr. with 3d Intelligence Battalion, III Marine Information Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force pauses for photo with Ichiro Umehara, Camp Courtney Community Relation Specialis, Takayuki Kayo, Camp Hansen Community Relation Specialist and shelter staffs. Sanchez donated a basketball goal and 5 basket balls for women shelter's children in Urasoe, Okinawa on August 28, 2024. Sanchez ran 32 miles to raise fund for local community as part of his 32nd birthday celebration. Sanchez also donated a basketball goal and basket balls to an orphanage in Nago, Okinawa on August 27, 2024.

Photo by Aya Ichihashi

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Anthony J. Easton, right, sergeant major of Marine Corps Installations Pacific, passes the guidon to Maj. Gen. Stephen E. Liszewski, the outgoing commanding general of MCIPAC, during a change of command ceremony on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, June 14, 2024. Liszewski served for two years as the commanding general and was relieved by Maj. Gen. Brian N. Wolford, who previously served as the director for plans policy strategy, United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command, United States Forces Korea. Liszewski and Wolford are natives of Maryland and Easton is a native of Minnesota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Anthony J. Easton, right, sergeant major of Marine Corps Installations Pacific, passes the guidon to Maj. Gen. Stephen E. Liszewski, the outgoing commanding general of MCIPAC, during a change of command ceremony on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, June 14, 2024. Liszewski served for two years as the commanding general and was relieved by Maj. Gen. Brian N. Wolford, who previously served as the director for plans policy strategy, United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command, United States Forces Korea. Liszewski and Wolford are natives of Maryland and Easton is a native of Minnesota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Cesar Lopez, an operational contract support officer with the Regional Contracting Office, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, gives his remarks during an award ceremony on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, June 3, 2024. Lopez was presented with a Meritorious Service Medal, gold star in lieu of a second award. Lisewski visited MCIPAC Marines to present awards and challenge coins in recognition of their work. Liszewski is a native of Maryland and Lopez is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Cesar Lopez, an operational contract support officer with the Regional Contracting Office, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, gives his remarks during an award ceremony on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, June 3, 2024. Lopez was presented with a Meritorious Service Medal, gold star in lieu of a second award. Lisewski visited MCIPAC Marines to present awards and challenge coins in recognition of their work. Liszewski is a native of Maryland and Lopez is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas

From left, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Thomas Sheng, a combat photographer, and Cpl. Jesse Davis, a combat graphic specialist, both with Communication Strategy and Operations, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, are presented with challenge coins by Maj. Gen. Stephen Liszewski, commanding general of MCIPAC, for top placements in the Marine Corps Visual Information and Excellence Awards competition on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, June 3, 2024. Sheng is this year’s Marine Corps Writer of the Year, the DoD Thomas Jefferson Writer of the Year. Davis is the first place graphic designer for Identity and Design. Lisewski visited MCIPAC Marines to present awards and challenge coins in recognition of their work. Liszewski is a native of Maryland, Sheng is a native of Texas, and Davis is a native of Florida. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

From left, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Thomas Sheng, a combat photographer, and Cpl. Jesse Davis, a combat graphic specialist, both with Communication Strategy and Operations, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, are presented with challenge coins by Maj. Gen. Stephen Liszewski, commanding general of MCIPAC, for top placements in the Marine Corps Visual Information and Excellence Awards competition on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, June 3, 2024. Sheng is this year’s Marine Corps Writer of the Year, the DoD Thomas Jefferson Writer of the Year. Davis is the first place graphic designer for Identity and Design. Lisewski visited MCIPAC Marines to present awards and challenge coins in recognition of their work. Liszewski is a native of Maryland, Sheng is a native of Texas, and Davis is a native of Florida. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas

Meal bags prepared by Kinser Elementary School students await pickup at the new Neighborhood Pantry on Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, July 19, 2024. The Neighborhood Pantry offers food and resources to all service members across the island, in addition to its existing location on Camp Foster. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Meal bags prepared by Kinser Elementary School students await pickup at the new Neighborhood Pantry on Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, July 19, 2024. The Neighborhood Pantry offers food and resources to all service members across the island, in addition to its existing location on Camp Foster. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis

Japanese university students ask questions and speak with U.S. Marines from III Marine Expeditionary Force during a tour on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, July 12, 2024. The visit provided the students with insights into the training and operations of III MEF and the facilities at Camp Hansen. Upon returning to mainland Japan, the students will present their findings to the Japan Ministry of Defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Japanese university students ask questions and speak with U.S. Marines from III Marine Expeditionary Force during a tour on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, July 12, 2024. The visit provided the students with insights into the training and operations of III MEF and the facilities at Camp Hansen. Upon returning to mainland Japan, the students will present their findings to the Japan Ministry of Defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis

U.S. Navy Sailors with U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa observe an ambulance at Naha Military Port, Okinawa, Japan, July 8, 2024. U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa received three ambulances from Camp Humphreys, South Korea, to utilize in their operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng)

U.S. Navy Sailors with U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa observe an ambulance at Naha Military Port, Okinawa, Japan, July 8, 2024. U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa received three ambulances from Camp Humphreys, South Korea, to utilize in their operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng)

Photo by Cpl. Thomas Sheng

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Michel Morocho, left, and Lance Cpl. Takenya Yazzie, both motor transport operators with 3rd Landing Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, pose for a group photo with a festival attendee on a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during the Camp Foster Festival on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 6, 2024. Marine Corps Community Services Okinawa hosted this open gate event to bring local residents and Status of Forces Agreement members together during the Fourth of July weekend. The festival featured live entertainment, food trucks, and a multitude of activities. Morocho is a native of New York and Yazzie is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Skylia Waters-Hewitt)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Michel Morocho, left, and Lance Cpl. Takenya Yazzie, both motor transport operators with 3rd Landing Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, pose for a group photo with a festival attendee on a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during the Camp Foster Festival on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 6, 2024. Marine Corps Community Services Okinawa hosted this open gate event to bring local residents and Status of Forces Agreement members together during the Fourth of July weekend. The festival featured live entertainment, food trucks, and a multitude of activities. Morocho is a native of New York and Yazzie is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Skylia Waters-Hewitt)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Skylia Waters-Hewitt

Members of RN Entertainment Studio perform a live dance during Ginowan Love One Family at Okinawa Catholic Junior and Senior High School, Okinawa, Japan, June 22, 2024. The Ginowan Love One Family event is a community relations project organized by the chaplain's office of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma that brought together over 500 Marines, Sailors, and local Okinawa residents to participate in sport competitions and watch performances from local dance groups. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson)

Members of RN Entertainment Studio perform a live dance during Ginowan Love One Family at Okinawa Catholic Junior and Senior High School, Okinawa, Japan, June 22, 2024. The Ginowan Love One Family event is a community relations project organized by the chaplain's office of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma that brought together over 500 Marines, Sailors, and local Okinawa residents to participate in sport competitions and watch performances from local dance groups. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brody Robertson

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