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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Massachusetts, Reserve Marines honor fallen during Marine Reserves’ 100th Anniversary

Charlie Baker, Governor of Massachusetts, addresses the crowd during a Veterans Day wreath laying ceremony at the Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial in Boston, Nov. 11, 2016. Baker spoke on the importance of remembering and honoring individuals who served in the United States Armed Forces and thanked Gold Star families present for all the sacrifices they have made. The ceremony was part of a series of events celebrating the Marine Corps Reserve Centennial. Reserve Marines have served alongside their active duty counterparts in every clime and place for 100 years, leaving an indelible mark on the battle history of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released)

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Tags: 1/25, MarForRes, Marine Corps Reserve Centennial Centennial, Veterans day, Marine Forces Reserve

Photo by: Cpl. Melissa Martens | VIRIN: 161115-M-CK972-002.JPG

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