Readiness

Marines with Detachment A, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 773, Marine Aircraft Group 49, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve, prepare a Bell UH-1Y Venom for takeoff in support of rescue mission in wake of Hurricane Harvey, Aug. 28, 2017, from Belle Chasse, La. The Marine Corps is America’s expeditionary total force in readiness that is always the first to fight, whether on the battlefield or national emergencies. Active duty and Reserve Marines are fully integrated to fight and win in any clime at any time. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Samantha Schwoch/Released)