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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jacob Pearson, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, inspects the exterior of a Humvee during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine inspections to ensure their tactical vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Pearson is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jacob Pearson, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, inspects the exterior of a Humvee during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine inspections to ensure their tactical vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Pearson is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kaliana Wallinreed, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, checks the engine of a Humvee in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine checks to ensure their vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Wallinreed is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kaliana Wallinreed, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, checks the engine of a Humvee in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine checks to ensure their vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Wallinreed is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, inspect a Humvee in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine inspections to ensure their tactical vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, inspect a Humvee in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine inspections to ensure their tactical vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Kyle Stanton, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, practices assembling an M240B medium machine gun in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The training ensured the Marines were proficient in their weapon handling skills in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Stanton is a native of Minnesota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Kyle Stanton, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, practices assembling an M240B medium machine gun in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The training ensured the Marines were proficient in their weapon handling skills in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Stanton is a native of Minnesota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Owen Long, a combat videographer with Marine Forces Reserve, practices assembling an M240B medium machine gun in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The training ensured the Marines were proficient in their weapon handling skills in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Long is a native of Pennsylvania. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Owen Long, a combat videographer with Marine Forces Reserve, practices assembling an M240B medium machine gun in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The training ensured the Marines were proficient in their weapon handling skills in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Long is a native of Pennsylvania. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, walk back to base in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The hike was conducted to ensure the Marines were physically prepared for training in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, walk back to base in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The hike was conducted to ensure the Marines were physically prepared for training in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, walk back to base in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The hike was conducted to ensure the Marines were physically prepared for training in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, walk back to base in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The hike was conducted to ensure the Marines were physically prepared for training in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joseph Willie, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, carries an M240B medium machine gun in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The hike was conducted to ensure the Marines were physically prepared for training in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Willie is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joseph Willie, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, carries an M240B medium machine gun in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The hike was conducted to ensure the Marines were physically prepared for training in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Willie is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, pose for a group photo during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines were participating in the Norwegian-led exercise to increase combat readiness and enhance interoperability with NATO allies. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, pose for a group photo during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines were participating in the Norwegian-led exercise to increase combat readiness and enhance interoperability with NATO allies. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Robert Romero, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, inspects the turret of a Humvee in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine inspections to ensure their tactical vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Romero is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Robert Romero, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, inspects the turret of a Humvee in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine inspections to ensure their tactical vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Romero is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Sheldon Coolie, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, inspects tire chains in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine inspections to ensure their tactical vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Coolie is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Sheldon Coolie, a military police officer with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, inspects tire chains in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines conducted routine inspections to ensure their tactical vehicles were operating properly in the arctic environment during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Coolie is a native of New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Roman Mayo, a food service specialist with 4th Combat Readiness Regiment, 4th Marine Logistics Group, retrieves food from a hot box during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. Food service specialists played a crucial role in preparing and serving meals that provide proper nutrition to troops during the exercise. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Roman Mayo, a food service specialist with 4th Combat Readiness Regiment, 4th Marine Logistics Group, retrieves food from a hot box during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. Food service specialists played a crucial role in preparing and serving meals that provide proper nutrition to troops during the exercise. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Khalil Pendleton, a food service specialist with 4th Combat Readiness Regiment, 4th Marine Logistics Group, serves food to service members in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. Food service specialists played a crucial role in preparing and serving meals that provide proper nutrition to troops during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Khalil Pendleton, a food service specialist with 4th Combat Readiness Regiment, 4th Marine Logistics Group, serves food to service members in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. Food service specialists played a crucial role in preparing and serving meals that provide proper nutrition to troops during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, post security during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of the exercise. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, post security during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of the exercise. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Brandon Leeman, a military policeman with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, posts security in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Leeman is a native of Minnesota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Brandon Leeman, a military policeman with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, posts security in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Leeman is a native of Minnesota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Brandon Singer, a military policeman with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, sets up concertina wire in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Singer is a native of Minnesota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Brandon Singer, a military policeman with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, sets up concertina wire in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Singer is a native of Minnesota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. James Mizelle, a military policeman with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, posts security during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of the exercise. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Mizelle is a native of North Dakota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. James Mizelle, a military policeman with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, posts security during exercise Cold Response 26 in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of the exercise. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Mizelle is a native of North Dakota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Jacob Lerch, a platoon commander with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, briefs Marines in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Lerch is a native of Washington. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Jacob Lerch, a platoon commander with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, briefs Marines in Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 3, 2026. The Marines assisted Norwegian soldiers in setting up security checkpoints throughout the base in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Lerch is a native of Washington. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

Norwegian vehicles conduct a convoy in Narvik, Norway, March 5, 2026. The convoy was part of the logistical movements for exercise Cold Response 26, which were secured through a partnership between Norwegian forces and U.S. Marines. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Norwegian vehicles conduct a convoy in Narvik, Norway, March 5, 2026. The convoy was part of the logistical movements for exercise Cold Response 26, which were secured through a partnership between Norwegian forces and U.S. Marines. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Dillon Norman, a military policeman with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, prepares to direct traffic for a convoy in Narvik, Norway, March 5, 2026. Norwegian soldiers and U.S. Marines partnered to direct traffic and provide security in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Norman is a native of North Dakota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Dillon Norman, a military policeman with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Force Headquarters Group, Marine Forces Reserve, prepares to direct traffic for a convoy in Narvik, Norway, March 5, 2026. Norwegian soldiers and U.S. Marines partnered to direct traffic and provide security in support of exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Norman is a native of North Dakota. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre)

Photo by Sgt. Emily De La Torre