Desert Scimitar 2015 is a 1st Marine Division live-fire, command and control, combined arms exercise. The focus of this training is to ensure that 1st Marine Division is fully prepared to deploy as a military force across the full spectrum of conflict and is capable of responding to any crisis across the globe. The best way for 1st Marine Division to achieve this level of Marine Corps’ readiness is through deliberate live-fire training exercises aimed at integrating infantry forces with... read more
Desert Scimitar 2015 is a 1st Marine Division live-fire, command and control, combined arms exercise. The focus of this training is to ensure that 1st Marine Division is fully prepared to deploy as a military force across the full spectrum of conflict and is capable of responding to any crisis across the globe. The best way for 1st Marine Division to achieve this level of Marine Corps’ readiness is through deliberate live-fire training exercises aimed at integrating infantry forces with mechanized, artillery and air operations. Participating Marine units include: Marines and Sailors from 1st Marine Division Headquarters, 7th Marine Regiment, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Tank Battalion, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, as well as elements from the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and 1st Marine Logistics Group. show less
