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A Marine adjusts equipment on a light armored vehicle on Alvund Beach, Norway during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LAVs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. The Marine is with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A Marine adjusts equipment on a light armored vehicle on Alvund Beach, Norway during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LAVs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. The Marine is with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A beach master directs a landing craft air cushion during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique and challenging environment for Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities which will result in a more ready and proficient fighting force. The LCACs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A beach master directs a landing craft air cushion during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique and challenging environment for Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities which will result in a more ready and proficient fighting force. The LCACs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A landing craft air cushion lands on Alvund Beach, Norway during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique and challenging environment for Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities which will result in a more ready and proficient fighting force. The LCACs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A landing craft air cushion lands on Alvund Beach, Norway during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique and challenging environment for Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities which will result in a more ready and proficient fighting force. The LCACs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A light armored vehicle drives on Alvund Beach, Norway after disembarking a landing craft air cushion during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. The vehicle is with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A light armored vehicle drives on Alvund Beach, Norway after disembarking a landing craft air cushion during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. The vehicle is with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

Marines and Sailors offload light armored vehicles from a landing craft air cushion on Alvund Beach, Norway during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. The vehicles and Marines are with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Marines and Sailors offload light armored vehicles from a landing craft air cushion on Alvund Beach, Norway during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS New York (LPD 21) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. The vehicles and Marines are with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A Landing Craft Air Cushion offloads cargo and personnel during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 29, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS Iwo Jima and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A Landing Craft Air Cushion offloads cargo and personnel during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 29, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS Iwo Jima and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A beach master directs a landing craft air cushion during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 29, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A beach master directs a landing craft air cushion during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 29, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

Marines establish a bivouac location during Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Oct. 29, 2018 after being delivered ashore from USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7). The Marines and vehicles were transported via the U.S. Navy’s landing craft air cushion which rapidly brought Marine Corps combat power from the ship to the shore. Trident Juncture exercises tactics and procedures in different environments which enables forces to remain ready and improve interoperability. The amphibious landing prepares the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to work effectively, swiftly and collectively to respond to threats in any location. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Marines establish a bivouac location during Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Oct. 29, 2018 after being delivered ashore from USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7). The Marines and vehicles were transported via the U.S. Navy’s landing craft air cushion which rapidly brought Marine Corps combat power from the ship to the shore. Trident Juncture exercises tactics and procedures in different environments which enables forces to remain ready and improve interoperability. The amphibious landing prepares the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to work effectively, swiftly and collectively to respond to threats in any location. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A landing craft air cushion lands on Alvund Beach, Norway during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 29, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A landing craft air cushion lands on Alvund Beach, Norway during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 29, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

Lance Cpl. Anthony Cardella prepares for a convoy during Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 29, 2018. Marines and equipment with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit were rapidly projected ashore from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) during an amphibious landing. Trident Juncture exercises tactics and procedures in different environments which enables forces to increase readiness and improve interoperability with international partners and allies. Cardella is a machine gunner with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Lance Cpl. Anthony Cardella prepares for a convoy during Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 29, 2018. Marines and equipment with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit were rapidly projected ashore from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) during an amphibious landing. Trident Juncture exercises tactics and procedures in different environments which enables forces to increase readiness and improve interoperability with international partners and allies. Cardella is a machine gunner with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

HMMWV’s prepare for a convoy at Alvund Beach during Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 29, 2018 after being delivered ashore from USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7). The Marines and vehicles were transported via the U.S. Navy’s landing craft air cushion which rapidly brought Marine Corps combat power from the ship to the shore. Trident Juncture exercises tactics and procedures in different environments which enables forces to remain ready and improve interoperability. The amphibious landing prepares the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to work effectively, swiftly and collectively to respond to threats in any location. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

HMMWV’s prepare for a convoy at Alvund Beach during Trident Juncture 18, Oct. 29, 2018 after being delivered ashore from USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7). The Marines and vehicles were transported via the U.S. Navy’s landing craft air cushion which rapidly brought Marine Corps combat power from the ship to the shore. Trident Juncture exercises tactics and procedures in different environments which enables forces to remain ready and improve interoperability. The amphibious landing prepares the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to work effectively, swiftly and collectively to respond to threats in any location. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A Marine guides vehicles off of a landing craft air cushion during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 29, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A Marine guides vehicles off of a landing craft air cushion during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 29, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities. The LCACs originated from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) and showcased the ability of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to rapidly project combat power ashore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

Marines Establish communications during Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Oct. 29, 2018 after being delivered ashore from USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7). The Marines and vehicles were transported via the U.S. Navy’s landing craft air cushion which rapidly brought Marine Corps combat power from the ship to the shore. Trident Juncture exercises tactics and procedures in different environments which enables forces to remain ready and improve interoperability. The amphibious landing prepares the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to work effectively, swiftly and collectively to respond to threats in any location. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Marines Establish communications during Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Oct. 29, 2018 after being delivered ashore from USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7). The Marines and vehicles were transported via the U.S. Navy’s landing craft air cushion which rapidly brought Marine Corps combat power from the ship to the shore. Trident Juncture exercises tactics and procedures in different environments which enables forces to remain ready and improve interoperability. The amphibious landing prepares the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to work effectively, swiftly and collectively to respond to threats in any location. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A MV-22 Osprey departs from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) before conducting an air assault in Keflavik, Iceland, Oct. 17, 2018, during Exercise Trident Juncture 18. Training during Trident Juncture 18 in Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A MV-22 Osprey departs from USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) before conducting an air assault in Keflavik, Iceland, Oct. 17, 2018, during Exercise Trident Juncture 18. Training during Trident Juncture 18 in Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A CH-53E Sea Stallion prepares for take-off aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) while conducting an air assault in Icelandic terrain Oct. 17. Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows for Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A CH-53E Sea Stallion prepares for take-off aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) while conducting an air assault in Icelandic terrain Oct. 17. Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows for Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

Marines with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, load onto a CH-53E Super Stallion aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) before conducting an air assault in Keflavik, Iceland, Oct. 17, 2018, during Exercise Trident Juncture 2018. Training during Trident Juncture 18 in Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Marines with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, load onto a CH-53E Super Stallion aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) before conducting an air assault in Keflavik, Iceland, Oct. 17, 2018, during Exercise Trident Juncture 2018. Training during Trident Juncture 18 in Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

Brig. Gen. Stephan M. Neary, interacts with Marines aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) Oct 17, in preparation of exercise Trident Juncture 2018. Neary arrived in support of Exercise Trident Juncture 18. Trident Juncture is a NATO led exercise in which the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and the Air Combat Element will play a pivotal role as a sea-based MAGTF. Neary is the Deputy Director of Joint Training and Joint Staff J7. (U.S Marine Corps photo by lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Brig. Gen. Stephan M. Neary, interacts with Marines aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) Oct 17, in preparation of exercise Trident Juncture 2018. Neary arrived in support of Exercise Trident Juncture 18. Trident Juncture is a NATO led exercise in which the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and the Air Combat Element will play a pivotal role as a sea-based MAGTF. Neary is the Deputy Director of Joint Training and Joint Staff J7. (U.S Marine Corps photo by lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

U.S. Navy Admiral James Foggo and U.S Marine Brig. Gen. Stephen M. Neary, arrive on USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) Oct. 17. Foggo and Neary arrived in support of Exercise Trident Juncture 18. Trident Juncture is a NATO led exercise in which the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and the Air Combat Element will play a pivotal role as a sea-based MAGTF. Foggo is a commander of Allies Joint Force Command Naples, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and U.S. Naval Forces Africa. Neary is the Deputy Director of Joint Training and Joint Staff J7. (U.S Marine Corps photo by lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

U.S. Navy Admiral James Foggo and U.S Marine Brig. Gen. Stephen M. Neary, arrive on USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) Oct. 17. Foggo and Neary arrived in support of Exercise Trident Juncture 18. Trident Juncture is a NATO led exercise in which the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and the Air Combat Element will play a pivotal role as a sea-based MAGTF. Foggo is a commander of Allies Joint Force Command Naples, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and U.S. Naval Forces Africa. Neary is the Deputy Director of Joint Training and Joint Staff J7. (U.S Marine Corps photo by lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A Marine prepares for take-off in a V-22 Osprey aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) while conducting an air assault in Icelandic terrain Oct. 17. Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows for Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A Marine prepares for take-off in a V-22 Osprey aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) while conducting an air assault in Icelandic terrain Oct. 17. Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows for Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

A U.S. Navy H-60 drop off distinguished guests aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) Oct. 17. Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows for Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A U.S. Navy H-60 drop off distinguished guests aboard USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) Oct. 17. Iceland’s unique terrain and climate allows for Marines to be better prepared and rapidly deploy in support of NATO Allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale