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U.S Navy Petty Officer First Class Nancy Guillermo, a Queens, New York native with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is awarded the Geico Service Member of the Year award for the Navy at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens, Jacksonville, N.C., March 24, 2025. As the 24th MEU’s Religious Programs Specialist, Guillermo was awarded the GEICO Service Member of the Year for organizing and participating in multiple volunteer and community relation events, both on and off duty, during the pre-deployment training cycle and deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

U.S Navy Petty Officer First Class Nancy Guillermo, a Queens, New York native with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is awarded the Geico Service Member of the Year award for the Navy at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens, Jacksonville, N.C., March 24, 2025. As the 24th MEU’s Religious Programs Specialist, Guillermo was awarded the GEICO Service Member of the Year for organizing and participating in multiple volunteer and community relation events, both on and off duty, during the pre-deployment training cycle and deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

Photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt

U.S Navy Petty Officer First Class Nancy Guillermo, a Queens, New York native with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens, Jacksonville, N.C., March 24, 2025. As the 24th MEU’s Religious Programs Specialist, Guillermo organized and participated in multiple volunteer opportunities and community relation events during the pre-deployment training cycle and deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

U.S Navy Petty Officer First Class Nancy Guillermo, a Queens, New York native with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens, Jacksonville, N.C., March 24, 2025. As the 24th MEU’s Religious Programs Specialist, Guillermo organized and participated in multiple volunteer opportunities and community relation events during the pre-deployment training cycle and deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

Photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt

U.S Navy Petty Officer First Class Nancy Guillermo, a Queens, New York native with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens, Jacksonville, N.C., March 24, 2025. As the 24th MEU’s Religious Programs Specialist, Guillermo organized and participated in multiple volunteer opportunities and community relation events during the pre-deployment training cycle and deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

U.S Navy Petty Officer First Class Nancy Guillermo, a Queens, New York native with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens, Jacksonville, N.C., March 24, 2025. As the 24th MEU’s Religious Programs Specialist, Guillermo organized and participated in multiple volunteer opportunities and community relation events during the pre-deployment training cycle and deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

Photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach preparing to head back to base, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach preparing to head back to base, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach after finally returning home, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach after finally returning home, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach preparing to head back to base, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach preparing to head back to base, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion carries Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) to shore on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion carries Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) to shore on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion carries Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) to shore on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion carries Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) to shore on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) off load vehicles from a Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) off load vehicles from a Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach after finally returning home, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach after finally returning home, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion carries Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) to shore on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion carries Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) to shore on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) off load vehicles from a Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) off load vehicles from a Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion carries Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) to shore on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion carries Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) to shore on Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach preparing to head back to base, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) walk across the beach preparing to head back to base, Onslow Beach, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The Marines with the 24th MEU (SOC) return to Camp Lejeune following a 7-month long deployment to U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operation. Embarked on the Navy’s Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, the 24th MEU (SOC) supported U.S. Allied, and partner interests in the region, including the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to promote regional stability and deter aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Sgt. Michele Clarke

Marine Corps Pfc. Sinai Garcia-Bello does volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity in Wilmington, N.C., April 16, 2025.

Marine Corps Pfc. Sinai Garcia-Bello does volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity in Wilmington, N.C., April 16, 2025.

Photo by Marine Corps Cpl. Victoria Hutt

U.S. Marine Capt. Samantha Donatelli, the logistics officer-in-charge with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, which deployed as the Battalion Landing Team with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) in 2024, poses for a portrait on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 11, 2025. Donatelli won the First Lieutenant Travis Manion Marine Corps Logistician of the Year award for her actions with the 24th MEU in 2024. This award is one of the highest honors a Marine Corps logistics officer can receive. Named after 1st Lt. Travis Manion, who was posthumously awarded the Silver Star for his heroism in Iraq, the award recognizes logisticians who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in supporting combat operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

U.S. Marine Capt. Samantha Donatelli, the logistics officer-in-charge with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, which deployed as the Battalion Landing Team with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) in 2024, poses for a portrait on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, March 11, 2025. Donatelli won the First Lieutenant Travis Manion Marine Corps Logistician of the Year award for her actions with the 24th MEU in 2024. This award is one of the highest honors a Marine Corps logistics officer can receive. Named after 1st Lt. Travis Manion, who was posthumously awarded the Silver Star for his heroism in Iraq, the award recognizes logisticians who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in supporting combat operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

Photo by Cpl. Victoria Hutt

Cpl. Ju’Ron Smith Jr. poses for a portrait at the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit command post, Feb. 2, 2023. Smith is a data administrator assigned to the 24th MEU and is a native of Savannah, Georgia.

Cpl. Ju’Ron Smith Jr. poses for a portrait at the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit command post, Feb. 2, 2023. Smith is a data administrator assigned to the 24th MEU and is a native of Savannah, Georgia.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy Turner

U.S. Marines assigned to Task Force 61 pose for a group photo at Naval Support Activity, Naples, Italy, January 27, 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kaila V. Rasmussen)

U.S. Marines assigned to Task Force 61 pose for a group photo at Naval Support Activity, Naples, Italy, January 27, 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kaila V. Rasmussen)

Photo by Capt. MacKenzie Margroum

U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) depart Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 22, 2023. The MEU will be providing support to Naval Amphibious Forces Europe (Task Force 61) based out of Naples, Italy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by SSgt. Timothy Turner)

U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) depart Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 22, 2023. The MEU will be providing support to Naval Amphibious Forces Europe (Task Force 61) based out of Naples, Italy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by SSgt. Timothy Turner)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy A. Turner

U.S. Marines assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in a Combat Fitness Test (CFT) Nov. 17, 2022 at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The CFT is an annual physical fitness evaluation and includes a movement to contact, ammunition can lift, and maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by SSgt. Timothy Turner)

U.S. Marines assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in a Combat Fitness Test (CFT) Nov. 17, 2022 at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The CFT is an annual physical fitness evaluation and includes a movement to contact, ammunition can lift, and maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by SSgt. Timothy Turner)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy Turner