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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Dedication to Service: Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South color sergeant is awarded by New Orleans mayor

Peter D. Crean, vice president of education and access at the National WWII Museum, speaks during the Armed Forces Day award ceremony at the National WWII Museum, May 17, 2025. Armed Forces Day celebrates and recognizes service members across all military branches and their dedication and service to the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas)

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Tags: color sergeant, service, NEW ORLEANS, community, WW2 Museum

Photo by: Cpl. Kanoa Thomas | VIRIN: 240516-M-RY790-1221.JPG

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