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U.S. Marines execute motorized fire and movement training during an adversarial force exercise on Noble’s Pass at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 4, 2024. Marines with Weapons Company and Motor Transport Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, conducted this range to increase accuracy and efficiency in motorized fire in preparation for their upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. The exercise serves as an opportunity to receive training across all warfighting functions in a realistic and fully resourced environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. Marines execute motorized fire and movement training during an adversarial force exercise on Noble’s Pass at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 4, 2024. Marines with Weapons Company and Motor Transport Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, conducted this range to increase accuracy and efficiency in motorized fire in preparation for their upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. The exercise serves as an opportunity to receive training across all warfighting functions in a realistic and fully resourced environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

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A Joint Light Tactical Vehicle is staged in place before a motorized fire and movement training during an adversarial force exercise on Noble’s Pass at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 4, 2024. Marines with Weapons Company and Motor Transport Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, conducted this range to increase accuracy and efficiency in motorized fire in preparation for their upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. The exercise serves as an opportunity to receive training across all warfighting functions in a realistic and fully resourced environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

A Joint Light Tactical Vehicle is staged in place before a motorized fire and movement training during an adversarial force exercise on Noble’s Pass at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 4, 2024. Marines with Weapons Company and Motor Transport Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, conducted this range to increase accuracy and efficiency in motorized fire in preparation for their upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. The exercise serves as an opportunity to receive training across all warfighting functions in a realistic and fully resourced environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

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U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Michael Dugan, amphibious assault representative with Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group, Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, provides instruction to Marines with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Dugan’s class covered key amphibious assault strategies and urban combat tactics to enhance operational readiness and prepare the unit for its deployment to Okinawa, Japan, ensuring the Marines are fully manned, trained and equipped to meet mission challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Michael Dugan, amphibious assault representative with Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group, Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, provides instruction to Marines with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Dugan’s class covered key amphibious assault strategies and urban combat tactics to enhance operational readiness and prepare the unit for its deployment to Okinawa, Japan, ensuring the Marines are fully manned, trained and equipped to meet mission challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, right, Duluth, Minnesota native, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, speaks with Gunnery Sgt. Antione Parker, left, Houston, Texas native, logistics chief with H&S Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. MFR will support the UDP with the battalion by utilizing Total Force solutions to enhance readiness and ensure alignment with Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to the Marine Corps’ strategic objectives. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, right, Duluth, Minnesota native, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, speaks with Gunnery Sgt. Antione Parker, left, Houston, Texas native, logistics chief with H&S Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. MFR will support the UDP with the battalion by utilizing Total Force solutions to enhance readiness and ensure alignment with Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to the Marine Corps’ strategic objectives. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, Duluth, Minnesota native, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, greets leadership with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. This marks the first time since 2020 an entire Reserve infantry battalion has been activated to support the UDP. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, Duluth, Minnesota native, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, greets leadership with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. This marks the first time since 2020 an entire Reserve infantry battalion has been activated to support the UDP. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, discusses an upcoming deployment with leadership from 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. The AFX is the primary readiness-building event prior to the deployment and an opportunity to receive high-fidelity training across all warfighting functions in a realistic and fully resourced environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, discusses an upcoming deployment with leadership from 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. The AFX is the primary readiness-building event prior to the deployment and an opportunity to receive high-fidelity training across all warfighting functions in a realistic and fully resourced environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, greets leadership with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has been activated to support the UDP. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, greets leadership with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has been activated to support the UDP. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Michael Dugan, amphibious assault representative with Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group, Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, provided instruction to Marines with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Dugan’s class covered key amphibious assault strategies and urban combat tactics to enhance operational readiness and prepare the unit for its deployment to Okinawa, Japan, ensuring the Marines are fully manned, trained and equipped to meet mission challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Michael Dugan, amphibious assault representative with Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group, Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, provided instruction to Marines with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Dugan’s class covered key amphibious assault strategies and urban combat tactics to enhance operational readiness and prepare the unit for its deployment to Okinawa, Japan, ensuring the Marines are fully manned, trained and equipped to meet mission challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, left, Duluth, Minnesota native, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, tours the combat operations center alongside Capt. Travis Stoy, right, infantry officer, Echo Company, 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. The unit will spend the coming months focusing on different military operations in an urban terrain to prepare for its deployment to Okinawa, Japan, ensuring the Marines are fully manned, trained and equipped to meet mission challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, left, Duluth, Minnesota native, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, tours the combat operations center alongside Capt. Travis Stoy, right, infantry officer, Echo Company, 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. The unit will spend the coming months focusing on different military operations in an urban terrain to prepare for its deployment to Okinawa, Japan, ensuring the Marines are fully manned, trained and equipped to meet mission challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, tours the combat operations center while visiting Marines with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. The unit will spend the coming months focusing on different military operations in an urban terrain to prepare for its deployment to Japan, ensuring the Marines are fully manned, trained and equipped to meet mission challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, tours the combat operations center while visiting Marines with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. The unit will spend the coming months focusing on different military operations in an urban terrain to prepare for its deployment to Japan, ensuring the Marines are fully manned, trained and equipped to meet mission challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, right, Duluth, Minnesota native, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, walks with Lt. Col. Davis Gooding, left, Richmond, Virginia native, commanding officer for H&S Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. The AFX is the primary readiness-building event prior to the deployment and an opportunity to receive training across all warfighting functions in a realistic and fully resourced environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, right, Duluth, Minnesota native, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, walks with Lt. Col. Davis Gooding, left, Richmond, Virginia native, commanding officer for H&S Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, during an adversarial force exercise at Marine Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 2, 2024. Anderson met with leadership to discuss the unit’s upcoming deployment to Okinawa, Japan, in support of the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program. The AFX is the primary readiness-building event prior to the deployment and an opportunity to receive training across all warfighting functions in a realistic and fully resourced environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, receive a period of instruction in preparation for their activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 1, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines as they provide a Total Force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, receive a period of instruction in preparation for their activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 1, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines as they provide a Total Force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Davis Nathan, infantry rifleman with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, takes time to work out on his off time leading up to the activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 1, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion 23rd Marines as they provide a Total Force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Marine Corps Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Davis Nathan, infantry rifleman with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, takes time to work out on his off time leading up to the activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 1, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion 23rd Marines as they provide a Total Force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Marine Corps Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Alex Allred, a platoon commander with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division prepares his Kevlar helmet during his unit’s activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 2, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Alex Allred, a platoon commander with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division prepares his Kevlar helmet during his unit’s activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 2, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, pack their gear prior as a part of their activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 2, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, pack their gear prior as a part of their activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 2, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Davis Nathan, infantry rifleman with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, packs his gear during his unit’s activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 1, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Davis Nathan, infantry rifleman with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, packs his gear during his unit’s activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 1, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Darion Wesche with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, prepares his main pack during his unit’s activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 2, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Darion Wesche with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, prepares his main pack during his unit’s activation for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 2, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chaison Leavitt, machine gunner with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, executes annual training needed to be complete prior to activating for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 2, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chaison Leavitt, machine gunner with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, executes annual training needed to be complete prior to activating for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 2, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, stage their gear for the last day of their activation period for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 3, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, stage their gear for the last day of their activation period for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 3, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Neal Faber, company commander with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, smiles as he loads on to the bus before leaving for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 4, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Neal Faber, company commander with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 23d Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, smiles as he loads on to the bus before leaving for the unit deployment program at Camp Williams, Utah, Nov. 4, 2024. The activation marks the beginning of an intensive period of training for 2nd Battalion, 23d Marines as they provide a total force solution in support of the UDP by aligning Marine Forces Reserve’s commitment to Marine Corps strategic objectives. This marks the first time since 2020 that an entire Reserve infantry battalion has activated to support the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)

Photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus