Category: US Indo Pacific Command

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FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii  –  

Unit guidons spanning from Joint Base Lewis McCord, Washington to Camp Humphreys, South Korea represented all of (United States Army Pacific) as Gen. Charles A. Flynn relinquished command to Gen. Ronald P. Clark at Historic Palm Circle at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, Nov. 8, 2024.

Clark comes to Fort Shafter after serving as the Senior Military Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for the last two years. He succeeds Flynn, who later in the ceremony confirmed his retirement after 39 years of service to the United States Army and nation. 

Clark’s presence in the Pacific doesn’t stand green. He served as the United States Army Pacific Chief of Staff, Fort Shafter, from 2017-2018; the 25th Infantry Division Commanding General, Schofield Barracks, from 2018-2019; and the United States Indo-Pacific Command Chief of Staff, Camp H. M. Smith from 2019-2021.

Admiral Samuel Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, presided over the ceremony and reflected on the significance of this command. 

“I and the nation owe a tremendous gratitude to Charlie for 39 years of selfless service to the nation, and I owe you Charlie a debt of gratitude for so many years of friendship, and we’ll have so many years in the future of friendship. We are indeed kindred spirits, your energy and drive will be missed, but not by me, because you and I are going to continue on.”

Paparo then after, expressed confidence that Clark will lead the U.S.Army Pacific’s region, 

“Ron after your trials in Washington, DC, welcome back to the operational world as you’re so well aware, with so much experience here in the Indo Pacific, your background is tailor made for this duty.”

Clark expressed, “It is the most important day of my 36 plus years of service today to be here on this field with you, and it is the privilege of my professional life to serve in USARPAC headquarters as the commander. I want to continue to build upon Charlie and Kathleen’s strong relationships with the relationships that we’ve enjoyed. We are fortunate to have you as extraordinary partners. USARPAC remains committed to strengthening our partnerships as we build our collective readiness and relationships built on a bedrock of mutual respect and trust.”

Following the change of command, service members and friends honored Flynn as he transitioned from commander to Soldier for Life during his retirement ceremony.

“I want to thank my Ohana here from Hawaii. The 12 years that Kathleen and our family have been out here just been amazing.” 

Flynn’s Family ties run deep within Hawaii, with an uncle and mother who grew up on the island. Additionally, he served as the 25th Inf. Div. Commanding General, Schofield Barracks from 2014-2016; and as U.S Army Pacific Deputy Commanding General from 2016-2018.

Flynn reflected on his years of service and expressed the gratitude of wearing the cloth of our Nation.

The badge of rank is a symbol of servitude, servitude to soldiers and to me, getting another badge and being promoted had just a larger amount of responsibility”, that quote, really, in my view, talks about the responsibility that we have. After being a self-proclaimed reluctant cadet and doubting whether, in my early years, this was ever really for me, here I stand before you 39 years later, when that reluctant Cadet became the 233rd four-star general in the entire history of the United States Army. I’m stunned to be here. Thank you so much”

The retirement ceremony was closed out by Gen. (ret.) David A. Bramlett, former commander, U.S Army Forces Command, and senior mentor to Flynn.

“Now Charlie, it’s time to start the next 27 years, “said Bramlett. “You made our army, our nation, very much stronger than what you inherited through your leadership, your extraordinary achievements, your contributions and competence at every level. All I can say is your impact has been profound, and your legacy is secure.”

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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii  –  

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency hosted a cake cutting ceremony honoring the United States Marine Corps’ 249th Birthday at the command’s headquarters on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii., Oct. 31, 2024.

Guest speaker, U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James F. Glynn, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific commander, highlighted the Corps’ enduring legacy and the critical missions Marines undertake, especially within DPAA.

“Thanks to the contributions of every service member and thanks for the contributions to this mission of DPAA,” said Glynn.

The general noted that DPAA plays a vital role for the Department of Defense, ensuring no U.S. personnel are left behind from past conflicts. This agency is responsible for researching, recovering, and identifying the remains of American personnel missing from past conflicts, driven by honor, courage, and a commitment to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

“Semper Fidelis; always faithful, is in line with never forgotten, we will never stop the search to account for each and every one of those we lost,” said Glynn.

In fiscal year 2024, 14 Marines were accounted-for from World War II and the Vietnam War, providing answers to families who have awaited them for decades. This achievement is supported by 21 Marines currently stationed at DPAA, as well as 50 Marine short-term individual augmentees, who investigated leads, excavated sites, and coordinated with foreign governments in challenging environments. DPAA plans to increase this number of STIA to 56 in fiscal year 2025, underscoring the mission’s importance.

“This mission is driven by commitment ensuring that no service member is ever forgotten,” said U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jeremy B. Smith, deputy director Indo-Pacific directorate and senior Marine officer at DPAA. “Every day we work tirelessly with families who have long awaited answers about their loved ones, those who bravely served our country and have not yet returned home.”

Included in the celebration was the traditional cake-cutting ceremony, symbolizing the passing of knowledge between generations of Marines. The oldest Marine, Col. Anthony Lyons, assistant chief of staff, Aviation Logistics Division, Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, passed a slice of cake to the youngest Marine in attendance, Cpl. Stephen J. Holland II, combat videographer, DPAA, representing the continuity of the Corps and its values.

The mission of recovering lost U.S. personnel may seem distant from daily operations, “but it is an integral part of the U.S. Marine Corps’ identity,” said Glynn, who also noted that “we will account for everyone, we will do everything we can to bring everyone home and, in the instances, where the moment doesn’t permit that, we know we have you.”

The ceremony stressed the need to honor those who served and to inspire future generations to uphold the commitment to service, loyalty and remembrance, ensuring that the sacrifices made for freedom remain in the hearts and minds of all Americans.

Also in attendance was Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer, who was a Marine sergeant when he earned the nation’s highest military award for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty.

Glynn concluded his remarks stating, “We are closing the circle and fulfilling not just our legacy, but our promise. So, from me, to all of you, to all the Marines, happy birthday!”

Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND

CAMP ZAMA, Japan  –  

In early fall, servicemembers from Japan, the United States, and Australia gathered at Camp Zama to initiate the trilateral planning conference for Yama Sakura 87, a simulated exercise that has consistently grown in purpose since its inception in 1982. Scheduled for early December at locations spanning the Indo-Pacific, this exercise is a critical component of efforts to enhance the readiness and posture of these forces.

This year, Yama Sakura 87 will run alongside a U.S.-specific simulated event known as a Warfighter exercise. Designed to rigorously test U.S. commands and servicemembers, the Warfighter exercise simulates a dynamic, multi-day scenario to assess the readiness of units focused on the Indo-Pacific region. Together, these exercises aim to build operational readiness, enhance interoperability, and strengthen deployment capabilities among allied forces.

“I Corps, as U.S. Army Pacific’s operational headquarters in the Indo-Pacific, plays a critical role in generating strategic, operational, and tactical readiness for the Army and the Joint Force throughout the region,” said Col. Leo Wyszynski, the I Corps Director of Training and Exercises and the senior I Corps leader attending the planning conference.

“Collaboration with our partners and allies in exercises like Yama Sakura is essential to ensuring that bilateral joint forces are always ready to respond rapidly and decisively when needed. Large and complex exercises like this one better prepare us all for future challenges.”

Yama Sakura falls under the framework of Operation Pathways, a series of joint and multinational exercises conducted across the Indo-Pacific. These exercises enable U.S. forces to project combat capabilities west of the International Date Line (IDL), enhancing unit readiness while also deterring against potential provocations. With more than 40 combined and Army-to-Army exercises under its umbrella, Operation Pathways ensures I Corps maintains forward presence, tests new concepts, and remains postured to respond to crises and deter conflict.

“Exercise Yama Sakura, and really every exercise under Operation Pathways strengthens our ability to respond to potential threats and challenges, while also giving us significant face-to-face opportunities to build real understanding with each other” said Maj. Joshua Larson, a lead Planner for I Corps.

“The professional relationships and trust we build during these exercises translates into real-world readiness, meaning that we can respond when needed.”

In addition to fostering interoperability among allies, these exercises enhance the preparedness of U.S. Active, Reserve, and National Guard units. By integrating these components, Operation Pathways activities strengthen bonds across the joint force and bolsters collective warfighting capabilities.

Like traditional deployments, training for Yama Sakura begins well before the formal exercise scenario unfolds, and the logistical movement of Soldiers and equipment from the U.S. to locations west of the IDL is an essential aspect. In addition to the experience and lessons gained through the exercise’s simulation, the logistical feat of deploying forces across the Pacific Ocean allows First Corps to test and validate systems, logistics nodes, and support capabilities. All activities critical to maintaining combat-credible forces in the region. Whether supporting Yama Sakura or one of the other 40 exercises, continuous testing provides a deeper understanding of operational strengths and areas for improvement, helping shape future strategies to address emerging challenges.

“The logistics support we validate during exercises like Yama Sakura allows us to ensure that, when needed, our forces are ready to operate across vast distances,” said Maj. Steven Philipps, a Logistician in I Corps and a sustainment planner for Yama Sakura 87.

“This enables us to maintain a forward, persistent presence, ensuring we are ready to deter and respond to conflicts before they escalate.”

As Yama Sakura 87 approaches, it sets the stage for enhanced military cooperation between the U.S., Japan, and Australia. Through improved human and procedural interoperability, allied forces increase their effectiveness across the crisis continuum—from humanitarian missions to conflict scenarios. More than a routine exercise, Yama Sakura is a demonstration of the strength of these alliances and the collective commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

“We are a more combat-credible force when we train together,” said Wyszynski.

“Through exercises like Yama Sakura 87, the Warfighter exercise, and other Operation Pathways events, activities, and investments we are building a powerful team ready for any challenge. Our ability to operate with our allies and partners as part of the joint force is a great strength and a strong deterrent.”

Through this year’s Yama Sakura 87 and Warfighter exercises, the U.S., Japan, and Australia are showcasing the strength of their resolve while underscoring the importance of collaboration in safeguarding peace and stability in this dynamic region.

Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND

INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE  –  

On Nov. 10, 2024, there was only one Marine Corps unit that had the privilege to recognize itself as the first unit in the world to celebrate the Marine Corps birthday – the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit – and also the very last unit in the world that day.

The elements of the 15th MEU aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) were able to celebrate the 249th birthday for two straight days since both yesterday and today were Nov. 10 aboard the ship, something that would make even Chesty Puller envious.

How is this possible?

Like the timeless 1993 movie “Groundhog Day,” where actor Bill Murray experiences the same day over and over again, Marines and Sailors aboard Boxer realized they had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to re-live their most important holiday as Boxer steamed toward the eastern edge of the international dateline. They began planning how to celebrate one Nov. 10, reset the clocks a full 24 hours, then wake up again on Nov. 10.

Marines and Sailors who have served on ship know the pleasure of regularly shifting time zones while underway. As a ship transits east or west in the world’s oceans and seas, the ship’s local time shifts backward or forward an hour, sometimes as often as every day. As a ship crosses east across the IDL, tomorrow becomes yesterday as clocks rewind 24 hours.

The last time a Marine unit is known to have achieved this rare double birthday at sea phenomenon was by the 11th MEU, by coincidence also deployed aboard Boxer, in 2019.

The well-timed crossing of the IDL is how the 15th MEU was both the first and last unit to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 249th birthday.

The Holiday

All “devil dogs” across the globe know how important the Marine Corps’ birthday is – some might say it’s more important than their own birthdays. Marines, past and present, active or no longer serving, ensure to celebrate the birthday to the fullest, making it a worldwide event.

Each year, Marines celebrate our holiday through unit-wide PT events, donning their world-renowned dress blue uniforms during a formal ball, passing cake between the oldest and youngest Marines in the unit, and – most importantly – making it known to every sister service that it’s the Marine Corps birthday. Marines can get quite rambunctious, but for good reason. They carry themselves in such a high regard because they know they are the finest warfighters in the world.

“We’re tied by a legacy that’s rich in history and tradition and it’s instilled in each one of us who has earned the title Marine,” said Sgt. Maj. John Schlaud, sergeant major of the 15th MEU. “As we celebrate the Marine Corps birthday we honor the brave and professional warriors who have gone before us, and strive to build a culture they would be proud of, unlike any other fighting organization to exist.”

The Celebration at Sea

To keep things simple, the 15th MEU applied an appropriate naming convention to distinguish the two Marine Corps birthdays, dubbing them “10A” and “10B”… Marines aren’t exactly known for extravagance.

The highlight of 10A was the aviation combat element, composed of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced) and Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 225, showcased their aircraft in respect for the 249th birthday. As VMM-165’s UH-1Y Venom and AH-1Z Viper aircraft conducted close air support with live ordnance, reconnaissance Marines fast-roped onto the flight deck, all topped off by VMFA-225’s F-35B Lightning II afterburners roaring across the Pacific Ocean to demonstrate the ACE’s lethality for the Marines and Sailors gathered to watch on the flight deck.

“It’s awesome that we have the ability to show what we are capable of, especially on a day like today,” remarked Sgt. Austin Scott, a UH-1Y crew chief assigned to VMM-165, 15th MEU. “There was no better day to fly.”

As Marines woke up in the morning with the rising sun on 10B, elements of the MEU competed against one another during physical competitions aboard Boxer. As units counted each other’s burpees, deadlift repetitions, and shuttle-run times, they challenged each other and sweated together on the perfect day to PT.

“As Marines, we love to PT,” said Capt. Christopher Adams, a communications officer with the 15th MEU and the lead organizer for the PT challenge. “Naturally, we love to compete to make ourselves better, and I can’t think of a more perfect day to bond and grow as a unit than our own birthday.”

Once the workouts were tallied and a winner announced, nearly 1,000 Marines of the 15th MEU crowded the hangar bay to watch the most recognizable moments of the Marine Corps birthday – the cutting of cake, passing of wisdom between young and old, birthday messages, and a rousing speech.

In keeping with tradition, Col. Sean Dynan, the commanding officer of the 15th MEU, used a sword to cut the first piece of cake and presented it to the oldest Marine present, U.S. Navy Capt. Tate Robinson, the commodore of Amphibious Squadron 5, the 15th MEU’s Navy counterpart command aboard Boxer. Robinson then passed his slice to Lance Cpl. Carson Pash, a machine gun team leader assigned to Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, and the youngest 15th MEU Marine.

How was the commodore, a Navy officer, the oldest Marine?

Robinson began his military career as a Marine Corps rifleman in 1991. After his enlistment, he transitioned from Marine Corps dress blues to Navy dress whites as a nuclear surface warfare officer.

Once a Marine, always a Marine.

Dynan also read an award citation for the grandfather of U.S. Navy Capt. Brian Holmes, Boxer’s commanding officer, who served as a Marine lieutenant colonel on the island of Peleliu in World War II.

“It’s no coincidence that the relationship we have here on this ship and this amphibious force is as strong as it is,” said Dynan. “There’s an understanding of who we are, the sacrifices we make and what we have to do together.”

The 15th MEU commander went on to reflect about what it means to be a Marine.

“We are here to celebrate a purpose that requires dedication, discipline, hard work and sacrifice,” said Dynan. “That purpose requires and demands honor, courage and commitment. That purpose has one very clear and simple end state. It’s if you get in a fight…”

“WIN!” the Marines thundered back in unison, their shouts booming throughout the hangar bay and surrounding decks.

After two nonstop days of festivities and excitement, the Marines and Sailors came together to relax and unwind for a “steel beach” event, a ship-wide social event featuring food and games to commemorate the end of 10A and 10B.

As the birthdays concluded for the 15th MEU, the celebration is over, but their mission is not. The MEU is still underway as a crisis response force, ready to fight and win or to be somebody’s hero.

The Marine Corps prides itself as being the world’s premier 911 force – first ones in, last ones out. For the 15th MEU, this was true on the 249th birthday in a literal sense as the first unit in and the last unit out. Marines and Sailors aboard Boxer will forever remember the esprit de corps at sea during one of the most unique Marine Corps birthday celebrations in the world – twice.

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NATIONAL MEMORIAL CEMETERY OF THE PACIFIC, Hawaii  –  

Nestled within the natural “punch bowl” of an extinct volcanic crater and watched over by the figure of Lady Columbia, military veterans were honored and celebrated for their courage, dedication, and enduring legacy of service during a Veterans Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific Nov. 11, 2024.

The ceremony included an ‘Oli chant performed by the Royal Order of Kamehameha I, a presentation of wreaths laid at the base of Lady Columbia, the posting of colors by members of the Joint Service Color Guard and Royal Guard of the Hawaiʻi National Guard, and a performance by the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific.

As the keynote speaker during the event, Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, shared his appreciation for the commitment of service members, both past and present.

“Today, as we stand at Punchbowl, surrounded by those who have dedicated their lives to defending freedom, we honor not only the veterans who have served before us but also the spirit that lives on in all who serve today,” Schneider said. “Every veteran here was once in uniform, raising their hand with courage, knowing the cost, yet answering the call.”

Schneider reflected on the significance and layered history of the Punchbowl as a 100,000-year-old landmark and national memorial cemetery since 1949. He emphasized the unique role the cemetery in Oahu continues to play in commemorating the fallen, veterans, and those who currently serve to protect our nation.

“To our veterans, and to those who continue to serve, we are profoundly grateful. The sacrifices of those who rest here, many of whom served in the Indo-Pacific region, continue to shape and inspire our mission today,” Schneider said. “As we strive to maintain peace and security in this vital region, we do so standing on the legacy they forged—one of courage, resilience, and unwavering dedication to our nation’s values.”

Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND

On Veterans Day, we honor the extraordinary selflessness and strength of the American patriots who have served in the U.S. military. Today and every day, we give thanks to the generations of men and women who have answered the call to protect our country. They have defended our freedoms and upheld the values of liberty, justice, democracy, and the rule of law that define us as Americans.

Our veterans represent the very best of America. They come from all walks of life yet share a common dedication to serving a cause greater than themselves. From the jungles of Vietnam to the mountains of Afghanistan, from the shores of Normandy to the sands of Iraq, our veterans have shown unparalleled courage and commitment. They embody the ideals that make our military — and our country — strong.

On behalf of the entire Department of Defense, let me convey my deepest gratitude to each and every veteran for their service. We are also profoundly grateful to their families, who have served and sacrificed right alongside them. 

On Veterans Day, we also reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that our veterans and their families receive the resources and the benefits that they deserve. Doing so is a sacred trust. The Department of Defense remains deeply committed to working alongside our partners in the Department of Veterans Affairs and across the federal government to ensure that America honors in full its profound debt of gratitude to our veterans.

To all our veterans, thank you for your service. You have defended our freedoms, protected our democracy, and shown us all the true meaning of patriotism. We are forever grateful.

Let us honor our veterans by giving back to our communities, building a more perfect union together, and finding our own ways to serve the republic that we love.

May God bless all our veterans and their families, and may God continue to bless the United States of America.

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Acting Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (A/DUSD) for Acquisition and Sustainment, Ms. Deborah Rosenblum, traveled to Hawaii last month to observe the 2024 Beholder’s Gaze (BG24) experiment with United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM). 

 BG24 allowed USINDOPACOM to explore new combinations of technologies and operational concepts to ensure early warning against advanced chemical and biological threats in line with the Biodefense Posture Review. Lessons from BG24 will also inform requirements and technology development. 

During the trip, A/DUSD Rosenblum met with Lieutenant General Joshua Rudd, Deputy Commander of USINDOPACOM, to discuss future efforts to ensure USINDOPACOM continues to outpace emerging chemical and biological threats. 

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AT SEA  –  

Japan, the Republic of Korea, and United States will execute the second iteration of exercise Freedom Edge, a trilateral multi-domain exercise, Nov. 13, 2024.

Freedom Edge continues to demonstrate the defensive posture and unbreakable will of Japan, the ROK, and the U.S. to promote trilateral multi-domain interoperability and to protect freedom for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, including the Korean Peninsula.

This exercise builds upon the inaugural execution of Freedom Edge, which was conducted in June among the three partner nations, as agreed to at the Camp David Summit in August 2023.

Freedom Edge 24-2 aligns to and operates in accordance with the Memorandum of Cooperation on the Trilateral Security Cooperation Framework, signed during the trilateral ministerial meeting in July.

At the signing, the defense leaders recalled their enduring commitment to strengthen trilateral security cooperation to deter escalating nuclear and missile threats posed by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK). 

Ships and aircrafts from the Japan, the ROK, and the U.S., participate in the exercise to include: Japan’s JS HAGURO, P-3, F-15, F-2 and E-767; Republic of Korea’s ROKS Seoae-Ryu-Seong-ryong, ROKS  Chungmugong-Yi-Sun-sin, P-3, F-35 and F-15; and the United States’ USS George Washington, USS Higgins, USS McCampbell, USS Dewey, F-35, F-18, P-8 and KC-135.

This iteration demonstrates state-of-the-art air defense capabilities with the integration of 5^th generation fighters into a sophisticated multi-domain defense infrastructure. Their incorporation into complex Ballistic Missile Defense, Air Defense, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Anti-Surface Warfare, Maritime Interdiction, and Defensive Cyber trainings, ensures that their combined military and self-defense forces can operate together at the highest level against any threat.

The three countries will continue to closely cooperate to further expand their cooperation in a complex security environment.

Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND

CANBERRA, Australia  –  

Rear Adm. Rick Seif, commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, spoke as part of a trilateral submarine officer panel during the 12th Submarine Institute of Australia (SIA) Biennial Conference 2024, in Canberra, Australia, Nov. 6. Following his remarks about the capabilities of nuclear powered fast-attack submarines, Seif joined Royal Navy Rear Adm. Andrew Perks, Director Submarines, and Commodore Tom Phillips, commander of the Royal Australian Navy’s Submarine Force, in a discussion highlighting how operating SSNs can deter aggression.

“Conventionally armed SSNs provide a strong and credible deterrent by creating doubt and uncertainty for any potential adversary,” said Seif. “Our speed means that we can cover tremendous distances quickly. Our stealth and endurance mean that we can operate undetected for months at a time, ceding no water space, and we are always ready to appear at a time of our choosing.”

The conference’s theme was “Australian Submarines – Cornerstone of Deterrence” with speakers addressing the Royal Australian Navy’s current fleet of Collins-class diesel-electric submarines, as the nation prepares to transition to nuclear powered submarines as part of the AUKUS agreement.

Seif commented on the strong partnership and history of collaboration between the submarine forces of Australia, U.K., and the U.S., stating, “In this maritime century, the critical role of the undersea will continue to grow in importance. As we add AUKUS Pillar II capabilities now, and then sovereign Australian conventionally armed SSNs under Pillar I, Australia will be better postured to ensure its national defense and deter aggression throughout the Indo-Pacific.”

Notable distinguished speakers throughout the two-day conference included Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles, U.S. Ambassador to Australia Caroline Kennedy, High Commissioner of the U.K. to Australia Victoria Treadell, and Royal Australian Navy Vice Adm. Mark Hammond, chief of navy. Conference topics ranged from development of a nuclear workforce in Australia, to artificial intelligence, to supply chain and infrastructure, and more.

The U.S. Pacific Fleet Submarine Force provides strategic deterrence, anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, precision land strike, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, early warning, and special warfare capabilities around the globe.

For more information about Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, visit https://www.csp.navy.mil/.

Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND

UNITED STATES  –  

On November 10, 2024, U.S. Marines around the globe will celebrate 249 years of success on the battlefield and a legacy defined by honor, courage and commitment. This year, the Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith and the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz reiterate to the force that Marines are ready to confront the challenges ahead and that the Marine Corp’s reputations as warriors is a living testament. (U.S. Marine Corps video by John Martinez, GySgt Melissa Marnell, WO Joshua Chacon, Sgt. James Stanfield).