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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Marine Wing Support Squadron 473 change of command
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Christopher Chase (center), the outgoing commanding officer of Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 473, Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares to receive a meritorious service medal for his work while commanding MWSS-473, during the squadron change of command ceremony on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Jan. 22, 2023. The change of command ceremony signifies transition to new leadership and a continuation of the unit’s constant preparedness to fight and win. Chase is an Austin, Texas, native. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Joshua Brittenham)

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