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Marines and Sailors from Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365, with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit for Exercise Trident Juncture 2018, land at their homecoming reception at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., Nov. 29, 2018. The squadron participated in the NATO exercise from USS Iwo Jima (LHD7) in Iceland and Norway. The Marines and Sailors were instrumental in providing vertical lift and transport capabilities in an amphibious environment while training in a challenge climate, enabling the MEU to offload combat capabilities and equipment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner Seims)

Marines and Sailors from Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365, with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit for Exercise Trident Juncture 2018, land at their homecoming reception at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., Nov. 29, 2018. The squadron participated in the NATO exercise from USS Iwo Jima (LHD7) in Iceland and Norway. The Marines and Sailors were instrumental in providing vertical lift and transport capabilities in an amphibious environment while training in a challenge climate, enabling the MEU to offload combat capabilities and equipment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner Seims)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Tanner Seims

Sailors sweep the garage of the Veterans Moter Veterans Home in Oslo, Norway Nov. 15, 2018. Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) assisted in general maintenance, constructed a toy shelf and built relationships with Norwegian veterans. The service members volunteered their time during a port visit in Oslo to assist the needs of the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Sailors sweep the garage of the Veterans Moter Veterans Home in Oslo, Norway Nov. 15, 2018. Marines and Sailors with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) assisted in general maintenance, constructed a toy shelf and built relationships with Norwegian veterans. The service members volunteered their time during a port visit in Oslo to assist the needs of the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

Amphibious assault vehicles come ashore during an amphibious assault in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities which will produce a more capable expeditionary fighting force. The AAVs 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 are with 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Amphibious assault vehicles come ashore during an amphibious assault in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities which will produce a more capable expeditionary fighting force. The AAVs 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 are with 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale

Marines prepare equipment on a light armored vehicle at 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 Marines are with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Marines prepare equipment on a light armored vehicle at 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 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

Marines prepare equipment on a light armored vehicle at 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 Marines are with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Marines prepare equipment on a light armored vehicle at 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 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 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

Amphibious assault vehicles come ashore during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities which will produce a more capable expeditionary fighting force. The AAVs 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 are with 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

Amphibious assault vehicles come ashore during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, Oct. 30, 2018. Trident Juncture provides a unique environment for the Marines and Sailors to rehearse their amphibious capabilities which will produce a more capable expeditionary fighting force. The AAVs 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 are with 2nd Amphibious Assault 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

U.S. Marines and Sailors offload a light armored vehicle from a landing craft, air cushion on Alvund Beach, Norway, during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 2018, 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)

U.S. Marines and Sailors offload a light armored vehicle from a landing craft, air cushion on Alvund Beach, Norway, during an amphibious landing in support of Trident Juncture 2018, 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 rests on Alvund Beach after supporting an amphibious landing in during Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, 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. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

A landing craft air cushion rests on Alvund Beach after supporting an amphibious landing in during Trident Juncture 18 on Alvund Beach, Norway, 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. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

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)

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