Marines


Operation Allies Welcome

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Fort Pickett, Va.

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The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan

 

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“Lone Star” battalion maintains readiness during annual training
FORT POLK, La. – Machine gunners with 1st Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, prepare ammunition during a live-fire range here, June 3. Marines took part in numerous live-fire ranges, which culminated in a platoon-sized attack as a part of the unit’s annual training. The battalion’s machine gunners were responsible for providing suppressing fire for Marines maneuvering to their notional objectives. (Photo by Cpl. John M. McCall)

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