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MFR SEAL - FLAT - 2022

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U.S. Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 49, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Corps Forces Reserve, pose for a group photo after supporting MALS-24, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st MAW, during Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2026 at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, July 2, 2026. Thirty nations, over 30 surface ships, five submarines, 15 national land forces, more than 206 aircraft and 30,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 24 to July 31. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2026 is the 30th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Cpl. Anabelle Reed-O’Brien)

U.S. Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 49, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Corps Forces Reserve, pose for a group photo after supporting MALS-24, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st MAW, during Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2026 at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, July 2, 2026. Thirty nations, over 30 surface ships, five submarines, 15 national land forces, more than 206 aircraft and 30,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 24 to July 31. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2026 is the 30th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Cpl. Anabelle Reed-O’Brien)

Photo by Cpl. Anabelle Reedobrien

A U.S. Marine assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 774, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, observes the surroundings of the National Mall during a flyover rehearsal as part of the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., July 3, 2026. The Great American State Fair is a national celebration of America's 250th anniversary, bringing together all 50 states and U.S. territories on the National Mall to showcase the people, innovation, history, and traditions that have shaped the Nation over the past two and a half centuries. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Smith)

A U.S. Marine assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 774, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, observes the surroundings of the National Mall during a flyover rehearsal as part of the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., July 3, 2026. The Great American State Fair is a national celebration of America's 250th anniversary, bringing together all 50 states and U.S. territories on the National Mall to showcase the people, innovation, history, and traditions that have shaped the Nation over the past two and a half centuries. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Smith)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Smith

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 473 (MWSS-473), Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, salute the crew of a UH-1 Venom during a Forward Arming and Refueling Point exercise as part of Service Level Training Exercise 3-26 at training area Cleghorn, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, June 15, 2026. Service level training exercise assesses Marine Air Ground Task Forces abilities to plan, coordinate and execute large-scale operations by integrating command and control, maneuver, sustainment and live-fire events in realistic training environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cody Fitzgerald)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 473 (MWSS-473), Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, salute the crew of a UH-1 Venom during a Forward Arming and Refueling Point exercise as part of Service Level Training Exercise 3-26 at training area Cleghorn, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, June 15, 2026. Service level training exercise assesses Marine Air Ground Task Forces abilities to plan, coordinate and execute large-scale operations by integrating command and control, maneuver, sustainment and live-fire events in realistic training environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cody Fitzgerald)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Cody Fitzgerald

A U.S. Marine assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 764, Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, sits in a MV-22B Osprey during Integrated Training Exercise 3-26, Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, June 12, 2026. ITX is designed to generate combat readiness and ensure the Reserve Component provides critical strategic depth to the Total Force. From complex combined arms maneuvers to all-domain integration, these Marines are proving that they are ready to augment, reinforce, and fight alongside the active component at a moment's notice. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Donnell Brown)

A U.S. Marine assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 764, Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, sits in a MV-22B Osprey during Integrated Training Exercise 3-26, Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, June 12, 2026. ITX is designed to generate combat readiness and ensure the Reserve Component provides critical strategic depth to the Total Force. From complex combined arms maneuvers to all-domain integration, these Marines are proving that they are ready to augment, reinforce, and fight alongside the active component at a moment's notice. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Donnell Brown)

Photo by Cpl. Donnell Brown

U.S. Marines on an MV-22B Osprey, a tiltrotor aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 764, Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, prepare for takeoff during Integrated Training Exercise 3-26, Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, June 12, 2026. ITX is designed to generate combat readiness and ensure the Reserve Component provides critical strategic depth to the Total Force. From complex combined arms maneuvers to all-domain integration, these Marines are proving that they are ready to augment, reinforce and fight alongside the active component at a moment's notice. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Donnell Brown)

U.S. Marines on an MV-22B Osprey, a tiltrotor aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 764, Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, prepare for takeoff during Integrated Training Exercise 3-26, Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, June 12, 2026. ITX is designed to generate combat readiness and ensure the Reserve Component provides critical strategic depth to the Total Force. From complex combined arms maneuvers to all-domain integration, these Marines are proving that they are ready to augment, reinforce and fight alongside the active component at a moment's notice. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Donnell Brown)

Photo by Cpl. Donnell Brown

U.S. Marine Corps Jose Estrada, left, a heavy equipment operator with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 472, Marine Aircraft Group 49, and Cpl. Addison Calsetta, an engineer equipment operator, with MWSS-472, 4th MAW, both operate a crane during Crash Damaged or Disabled Aircraft Recovery training at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, June 4. 2026. CDDAR training is an annual training event held at MCAS Iwakuni by the F-35 Joint Program Office to bring multiple nations together to enhance aircraft recovery, rescue techniques, and capabilities across North Atlantic Treaty Organization Allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

U.S. Marine Corps Jose Estrada, left, a heavy equipment operator with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 472, Marine Aircraft Group 49, and Cpl. Addison Calsetta, an engineer equipment operator, with MWSS-472, 4th MAW, both operate a crane during Crash Damaged or Disabled Aircraft Recovery training at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, June 4. 2026. CDDAR training is an annual training event held at MCAS Iwakuni by the F-35 Joint Program Office to bring multiple nations together to enhance aircraft recovery, rescue techniques, and capabilities across North Atlantic Treaty Organization Allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock)

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 473 (MWSS-473), Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, observe a UH-1 Venom during a Forward Arming and Refueling Point exercise as part of Service Level Training Exercise 3-26 at training area Cleghorn, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, June 15, 2026. Service level training exercise assesses Marine Air Ground Task Forces abilities to plan, coordinate and execute large-scale operations by integrating command and control, maneuver, sustainment and live-fire events in realistic training environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cody Fitzgerald)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 473 (MWSS-473), Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, observe a UH-1 Venom during a Forward Arming and Refueling Point exercise as part of Service Level Training Exercise 3-26 at training area Cleghorn, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, June 15, 2026. Service level training exercise assesses Marine Air Ground Task Forces abilities to plan, coordinate and execute large-scale operations by integrating command and control, maneuver, sustainment and live-fire events in realistic training environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Cody Fitzgerald)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Cody Fitzgerald

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Patrick Tiernan, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general, attaches the Legion of Merit award to Col. Pablo Torres, left, outgoing Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 49 commander, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., June 27, 2026. Torres received the award for his performance while serving as the commanding officer of Mag-49 from June 2024 to June 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Francine D. Martin)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Patrick Tiernan, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general, attaches the Legion of Merit award to Col. Pablo Torres, left, outgoing Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 49 commander, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., June 27, 2026. Torres received the award for his performance while serving as the commanding officer of Mag-49 from June 2024 to June 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Francine D. Martin)

Photo by Airman 1st Class Francine Martin

U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct air to air refueling with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 234, MAG 41, 4th MAW, during Ramstein Flag 2026 near Rovaniemi, Finland, June 11, 2026. The F-35 serves as a versatile asset in support of expeditionary and rapid deployment operations, displaying U.S. capabilities in support of NATO allies. RAFL26 is NATO’s premier multi-domain tactical exercise involving 19 nations and over 15 operational locations. The exercise provides realistic combat scenarios in complex environments and is designed to enhance the Alliance’s deterrence and collective defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood)

U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct air to air refueling with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 234, MAG 41, 4th MAW, during Ramstein Flag 2026 near Rovaniemi, Finland, June 11, 2026. The F-35 serves as a versatile asset in support of expeditionary and rapid deployment operations, displaying U.S. capabilities in support of NATO allies. RAFL26 is NATO’s premier multi-domain tactical exercise involving 19 nations and over 15 operational locations. The exercise provides realistic combat scenarios in complex environments and is designed to enhance the Alliance’s deterrence and collective defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, cross a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

A U.S. Marine with Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, hikes during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 15, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

A U.S. Marine with Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, hikes during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 15, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

A U.S. Marine with Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, posts for security during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 15, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

A U.S. Marine with Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, posts for security during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 15, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, posts for security during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 15, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, posts for security during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 15, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, crosses a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, crosses a river during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 14, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, hike during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 15, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, hike during Mountain Training Exercise (MTX) 26-3 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, July 15, 2026. MTX is an annual two-week training evolution that is designed to strengthen unit cohesion and prepare the battalion for rapid mobilization in support of future global operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

Photo by Cpl. Orion Stpierre