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Arctic Edge 2026

Artic Edge 26
VMR-1 and 2/14 HIRAIN
The Arctic

 

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AE26 is a North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) Tier 2 Joint Field Training Exercise (FTX) in the Alaska Theater of Operations (AKTO). AE26 will also include USNORTHCOM activities in Greenland, focusing on joint and combined homeland defense readiness and operations in the Arctic region. AE26 is aligned with Large Scale Global Exercise 26 (LSGE26), a globally integrated joint force FTX with defense partners and interagency organizations intended to shape the strategic operating environment, promote global integration and integrated deterrence, and mitigate strategic risk.


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Name:      First Lieutenant Quiarra Barros
Address:  2000 Opelousas Ave, New Orleans, LA 70114
Phone:     (504) 697-9339
eMail:       mfrcommstrat@usmc.mil

 

 

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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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Photo by: Lance Cpl. Melissa Martens |  VIRIN: 160511-M-CK972-002.JPG
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