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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Eric Valdez, an automotive maintenance technician with 3d Maintenance Battalion, 3d Marine Logistics Group, drags a rope to be discarded properly at the Earth Day cleanup on Kaa-Mii-Jii, Okinawa, Japan, May 7, 2021. Hosted by the Single Marine Program, weekly cleanups allow service members the opportunity to maintain cleanliness on and off base, and to help strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance to protect the force and keep the Okinawan environment clean. The cleanup, postponed twice due to inclement weather, was hosted to raise awareness for Earth Day. Valdez is a native of Miami, Florida. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Eric Valdez, an automotive maintenance technician with 3d Maintenance Battalion, 3d Marine Logistics Group, drags a rope to be discarded properly at the Earth Day cleanup on Kaa-Mii-Jii, Okinawa, Japan, May 7, 2021. Hosted by the Single Marine Program, weekly cleanups allow service members the opportunity to maintain cleanliness on and off base, and to help strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance to protect the force and keep the Okinawan environment clean. The cleanup, postponed twice due to inclement weather, was hosted to raise awareness for Earth Day. Valdez is a native of Miami, Florida. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Avery Luengo, the platoon sergeant for G-6 Customer Service Branch, conducts weapons of opportunity engagement during a Marine Corps Martial Arts Program course on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 4, 2020. Luengo remains proactive with his Marines and his own duties by being a force multiplier and exceeding the standard of a noncommissioned officer by earning several awards and certifications through various demanding billets. Luengo is a native of Reynosa, Mexico, and McAllen, Texas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Avery Luengo, the platoon sergeant for G-6 Customer Service Branch, conducts weapons of opportunity engagement during a Marine Corps Martial Arts Program course on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 4, 2020. Luengo remains proactive with his Marines and his own duties by being a force multiplier and exceeding the standard of a noncommissioned officer by earning several awards and certifications through various demanding billets. Luengo is a native of Reynosa, Mexico, and McAllen, Texas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly)

Photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. William J. Bowers, Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCIPAC) commanding general, receives the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccination at the U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 9, 2021. The vaccine is crucial in the fight against COVID-19 and is essential in mitigating further spread of the ongoing virus. MCIPAC leadership received their second dose of the vaccine as part of the Department of Defense’s phased approach to remain a lethal and ready expeditionary fighting force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. William J. Bowers, Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCIPAC) commanding general, receives the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccination at the U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 9, 2021. The vaccine is crucial in the fight against COVID-19 and is essential in mitigating further spread of the ongoing virus. MCIPAC leadership received their second dose of the vaccine as part of the Department of Defense’s phased approach to remain a lethal and ready expeditionary fighting force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild

(From left) U.S. Navy Capt. Paul Tremblay, the III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) chaplain, Most Reverend William Muhm, auxiliary bishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese with the Military Services United States of America, and Capt. John Logan, the command chaplain of Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCIPAC), pose for a group photo on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 26, 2021. Muhm visited Okinawa to meet with III MEF and MCIPAC chaplains and to lead Catholic Confirmation. Muhm will be attending mass at the Camp Foster Chapel on Feb. 26, at 11:45 a.m., and the Camp Courtney Chapel on Feb. 27, at 12:00 p.m. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

(From left) U.S. Navy Capt. Paul Tremblay, the III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) chaplain, Most Reverend William Muhm, auxiliary bishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese with the Military Services United States of America, and Capt. John Logan, the command chaplain of Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCIPAC), pose for a group photo on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 26, 2021. Muhm visited Okinawa to meet with III MEF and MCIPAC chaplains and to lead Catholic Confirmation. Muhm will be attending mass at the Camp Foster Chapel on Feb. 26, at 11:45 a.m., and the Camp Courtney Chapel on Feb. 27, at 12:00 p.m. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Timothy Allen, an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician with Marine Corps Base Camp Butler EOD, creates a circuit using firing wire on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 25, 2021. EOD technicians and artillery Marines conducted normal M777 Howitzer firing procedures, however, dummy rounds were intentionally lodged in the 16.7 ft. barrel of the weapon system so each unit could demonstrate their extraction techniques. Allen is a native of Warsaw, Missouri. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Timothy Allen, an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician with Marine Corps Base Camp Butler EOD, creates a circuit using firing wire on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 25, 2021. EOD technicians and artillery Marines conducted normal M777 Howitzer firing procedures, however, dummy rounds were intentionally lodged in the 16.7 ft. barrel of the weapon system so each unit could demonstrate their extraction techniques. Allen is a native of Warsaw, Missouri. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Jean Paul, a constructional electrician with General Facilities (GF), Headquarters and Support (H&S) Battalion, demonstrates the processes of stripping rubber from wire and rewiring outlet circuit boards on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Feb. 22, 2021. Marines and Navy Seabees, with GF, H&S Battalion, regularly train to increase their technical capabilities and remain prepared to work cohesively in any situation. Paul is native of Hampton, Georgia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Jean Paul, a constructional electrician with General Facilities (GF), Headquarters and Support (H&S) Battalion, demonstrates the processes of stripping rubber from wire and rewiring outlet circuit boards on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Feb. 22, 2021. Marines and Navy Seabees, with GF, H&S Battalion, regularly train to increase their technical capabilities and remain prepared to work cohesively in any situation. Paul is native of Hampton, Georgia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild

Lance Cpl. Derek W. Schultz, combat engineer, Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, Marine Wing Support Group 17, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, fires a shoulder-launched multipurpose assault weapon at Camp Schwab July 20. Schultz spent the week at the range training on the M249 squad automatic weapon, M240B medium machine gun, M2 .50-caliber Browning machine gun and the MK19 grenade launcher.

Lance Cpl. Derek W. Schultz, combat engineer, Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, Marine Wing Support Group 17, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, fires a shoulder-launched multipurpose assault weapon at Camp Schwab July 20. Schultz spent the week at the range training on the M249 squad automatic weapon, M240B medium machine gun, M2 .50-caliber Browning machine gun and the MK19 grenade launcher.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mark Stroud

Marines with Combat Engineer Company detonate an oval charge and prepare to enter a building during urban mobility breaching training Dec. 6 at the Central Training Area near Camp Schwab. During the training, the Marines learned to make different charges to breach doors, windows and walls. The Marines also practiced security tactics, movement techniques, protective measures when working with explosives, and what to do in the event of a failed breach. The company is part of Combat Assault Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force.

Marines with Combat Engineer Company detonate an oval charge and prepare to enter a building during urban mobility breaching training Dec. 6 at the Central Training Area near Camp Schwab. During the training, the Marines learned to make different charges to breach doors, windows and walls. The Marines also practiced security tactics, movement techniques, protective measures when working with explosives, and what to do in the event of a failed breach. The company is part of Combat Assault Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force.

Photo by Cpl. Daniel Valle

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Addison Latimer, an infantry rifleman with 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, attached to 3rd Marine Division, provides suppressive fire for his squad at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 3, 2020. The tactical small unit leaders course provided an opportunity for noncommissioned officers to increase their proficiency as leaders while increasing their mental and physical toughness in the harsh jungle environment. Latimer is a native of Miami, Fla. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Addison Latimer, an infantry rifleman with 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, attached to 3rd Marine Division, provides suppressive fire for his squad at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 3, 2020. The tactical small unit leaders course provided an opportunity for noncommissioned officers to increase their proficiency as leaders while increasing their mental and physical toughness in the harsh jungle environment. Latimer is a native of Miami, Fla. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

Photo by ance Cpl. Alex Fairchild

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Thomas Tabisz, the sergeant major for Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, prepares for a gear shed during Water Survival Intermediate at the Foster Aquatic Center on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 20, 2020. All Marines are required to complete the Water Survival Basic swim qualification every two years and have a follow-on opportunity to attempt the advanced WSI course. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Thomas Tabisz, the sergeant major for Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, prepares for a gear shed during Water Survival Intermediate at the Foster Aquatic Center on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 20, 2020. All Marines are required to complete the Water Survival Basic swim qualification every two years and have a follow-on opportunity to attempt the advanced WSI course. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Installations Pacific conduct an administrative movement during Training Exercise Frost at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 19, 2020. Training Exercise Frost consisted of patrol exercises, room clearing training and infantry tactical skills to reinforce basic Marine Corps tactics to Marines that serve as the supporting establishment in base operations.. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Installations Pacific conduct an administrative movement during Training Exercise Frost at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 19, 2020. Training Exercise Frost consisted of patrol exercises, room clearing training and infantry tactical skills to reinforce basic Marine Corps tactics to Marines that serve as the supporting establishment in base operations.. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gregory Procaccini, the Joint COVID-19 Response Center Liaison Element officer in-charge with the COVID Cell, drafts an email at the Public Health & Behavioral Health center, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan Dec. 2, 2020. The COVID Cell is one of three active organizations, along with the Joint COVID-19 Response Center and Task Force Safeguard, in combating the spread of COVID-19 among Status of Forces Agreement personnel on Okinawa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ryan H. Pulliam)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gregory Procaccini, the Joint COVID-19 Response Center Liaison Element officer in-charge with the COVID Cell, drafts an email at the Public Health & Behavioral Health center, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan Dec. 2, 2020. The COVID Cell is one of three active organizations, along with the Joint COVID-19 Response Center and Task Force Safeguard, in combating the spread of COVID-19 among Status of Forces Agreement personnel on Okinawa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ryan H. Pulliam)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Pulliam

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Christian Hutson, the battalion operations chief with Headquarters and Support Battalion, instructs a Marine through the combat fitness test on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 25, 2020. Hutson is a native of Bedford-Iverson, Brooklyn, New York. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brennan J. Beauton)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Christian Hutson, the battalion operations chief with Headquarters and Support Battalion, instructs a Marine through the combat fitness test on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 25, 2020. Hutson is a native of Bedford-Iverson, Brooklyn, New York. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brennan J. Beauton)

Photo by Cpl. Brennan Beauton

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. John Carmona, the platoon sergeant for Communication Strategy and Operations and a supply administrations and operations specialist, executes a barbell back squat at Gunner’s Fitness Center on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 24, 2020. In addition to his duties as a platoon sergeant, MAI and Corporals Course instructor, Carmona upholds a rigorous physical training schedule that includes meal preparation and going to the gym six times a week. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. John Carmona, the platoon sergeant for Communication Strategy and Operations and a supply administrations and operations specialist, executes a barbell back squat at Gunner’s Fitness Center on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 24, 2020. In addition to his duties as a platoon sergeant, MAI and Corporals Course instructor, Carmona upholds a rigorous physical training schedule that includes meal preparation and going to the gym six times a week. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alex Fairchild

Members of the Japanese House of Representatives were provided a mission brief and guided tour visiting facilities and areas on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 7, 2020. The Japanese House of Representative visited Okinawa in response to the Japanese government’s request to deepen their insights into the importance and role of the Japan-U.S. alliance and military bases in Okinawa in order to strengthen the security alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly)

Members of the Japanese House of Representatives were provided a mission brief and guided tour visiting facilities and areas on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 7, 2020. The Japanese House of Representative visited Okinawa in response to the Japanese government’s request to deepen their insights into the importance and role of the Japan-U.S. alliance and military bases in Okinawa in order to strengthen the security alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly)

Photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. William J. Bowers, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations Pacific, fires the first shot of the day to kickoff the 2020 Far East Intramural Matches on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 7. The competition is held annually to improve Marines’ marksmanship, combat readiness, and proficiency with both a rifle and pistol. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. William J. Bowers, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations Pacific, fires the first shot of the day to kickoff the 2020 Far East Intramural Matches on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 7. The competition is held annually to improve Marines’ marksmanship, combat readiness, and proficiency with both a rifle and pistol. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Syedhafiz Madani, with Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Futenma, poses for a photo on Dec. 12, 2020, MCAS Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. Marines with MCAS Futenma processed over 1,800 pounds of mission critical perishable goods for two seperate flights to Osan Air Base, Korea. The Marines responsible for the crucial assistance were presented a challenge coin on behalf of the Army and Air Force Exchange Service CEO. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Christopher A. Madero)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Syedhafiz Madani, with Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Futenma, poses for a photo on Dec. 12, 2020, MCAS Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. Marines with MCAS Futenma processed over 1,800 pounds of mission critical perishable goods for two seperate flights to Osan Air Base, Korea. The Marines responsible for the crucial assistance were presented a challenge coin on behalf of the Army and Air Force Exchange Service CEO. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Christopher A. Madero)

Photo by Cpl. Christopher Madero

SERGEANT MAJOR JOY MARIA KITASHIMA bio photo

SERGEANT MAJOR JOY MARIA KITASHIMA bio photo

Photo by MCIPAC

Students from Camp Lester Middle School interact with students from Chatan Junior High School at Chatan Castle on Camp Smedley D. Butler, Okinawa, Japan, March 21, 2019. The students were participating in a culture exchange, held to promote a better relationship with the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Savannah Mesimer)

Students from Camp Lester Middle School interact with students from Chatan Junior High School at Chatan Castle on Camp Smedley D. Butler, Okinawa, Japan, March 21, 2019. The students were participating in a culture exchange, held to promote a better relationship with the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Savannah Mesimer)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Savannah Mesimer

Students from Camp Lester Middle School interact with students from Chatan Junior High School at Chatan Castle on Camp Smedley D. Butler, Okinawa, Japan, March 21, 2019. The students were participating in a culture exchange, held to promote a better relationship with the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Savannah Mesimer)

Students from Camp Lester Middle School interact with students from Chatan Junior High School at Chatan Castle on Camp Smedley D. Butler, Okinawa, Japan, March 21, 2019. The students were participating in a culture exchange, held to promote a better relationship with the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Savannah Mesimer)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Savannah Mesimer

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