U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Christian J. Sichler, left, and Sgt. Curtis Robinson, both infantry rifleman with 2d Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, practice firing stances during a Tactical Small Unit Leadership Course on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 29, 2025. 2/6 participated in TSULC to provide small unit leaders the opportunity to enhance their knowledge, confidence and proficiency to lead Marines in combat scenarios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carla Perez Ramirez)
U.S. Marines with the 2d Marine Division Band and Norwegian service members with the Norwegian Army’s Band His Majesty the King’s Guard perform alongside each other during a concert on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2025. His Majesty the King’s Guard serves as Norway’s official military band and drill team, combining precision, tradition, and musical excellence in support of both national defense and international military diplomacy. The purpose of the visit is to develop a stronger relationship between II Marine Expeditionary Force and the Norwegian Army and further show gratitude to II MEF and the Camp Lejeune community. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Hutmacher)
Camp Lejeune, N.C. - In the current and future battles we train for, it is in every Marine’s mindset to defeat the challenges and obstacles at hand. The U.S. Marine Corps implements training designed to enhance the Marines' readiness and effectiveness in combat situations.
The 2d Marine Division Super Squad Competition is an all-encompassing training event that tests squads' operational proficiency in a realistic training environment while challenging their physical and mental resilience.
The competition included situations and challenges familiar to every Marine infantry squad, such as obstacle courses, squad attacks, live fire ranges, hikes, and practical application stations.
The Marines and Sailors with 3d Battalion, 2d...