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A reconnaissance Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's Force Reconnaissance Platoon searches for potential threats aboard a U.S. Army landing craft during a combined sea and airborne Visit, Board, Search and Seizure exercise as part of Realistic Urban Training Exercise, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2017.

A U.S. Marine waits for the next command during gas chamber training at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2018. Annually, Marines are required to train in the gas chamber to build confidence. Marines need to be prepared in the event of a gas attack so he or she can calmly react and properly don his or her mask.

Camp Foster – Set your sights on fun! The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is inviting military kids to test the latest blasters and more at Nerf Fest, a free event at the Camp Foster Exchange.

In northern Okinawa, Japan under humid canopies of dense jungle, the crunch of rocks echoes through the trees from the strides of U.S. Marines on a patrol.

WASHINGTON -- Reopening communications at the top line between the United States and nations such as Russia is essential in solving disagreements, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis told Pentagon reporters today.

This volunteer opportunity builds trust within the community. Marines are trusted with ensuring that children make it to school safely by using crosswalks.