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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Samuel Tomlinson and Cpl. Emmanuel Familia, both mortarmen, set the sights on an M252A2 60 mm mortar system as they prepare for a live-fire exercise at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Dec. 5, 2025. These Marines from 2nd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, conduct live-fire drills to enhance tactical decision-making, leadership, and technical proficiency during the training event. The exercise supports ongoing efforts to sustain combat readiness and reinforce core infantry skills across the battalion. ((U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Breysson Villacortacampos)