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Marines


RILEY XANTEN II

This page archives news and photos from Exercise RILEY-XANTEN II in 2017. It highlights deployments and training, showcasing MARFORRES operational readiness and global engagement.

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Marines from 1st Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, participate in exercise Riley Xanten II, in Burwash, Ontario, Feb. 3-5, 2017. During the exercise, the Marines joined soldiers from the Canadian Armed Forces to exchange knowledge and increase proficiency in cold weather tactics, survival skills, shelter building, ice fishing, and more.

 

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Marine Forces Reserve personnel honored for community excellence

Marines with the 4th Marine Logistics Group Headquarters G-4, Marine Forces Reserve, and a civilian employee with MARFORRES, were honored at the Distinguished Service Awards and Luncheon Program as a part of Public Service Recognition Week, May 4, 2016 at the University of New Orleans. From left to right, Lance Cpl. Coltin J. Kersey, embarkation clerk, Sgt. Justin A. Snapp, maintenance management chief, Mrs. Janet Heriot, customer service support specialist with the MARFORRES Installation Personnel Administration Center, and Maj. John J. Gutierrez, supply officer, were recognized for their hard work and dedication in supporting the Marine Corps, as well as the local community. With the geographical diversity of MARFORRES, Marines have the unique opportunity to interact with the local community and American public on a daily basis. This involvement helps keep the future bright for the Marine Corps and the community as a whole. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released)

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