Marines are currently conducting Operation Jaws against the enemy in Southern Afghanistan.
Martillo is a USSOUTHCOM supported and Joint Interagency Task Force-South (JIATF-South) led operation to deny transnational criminal organizations the ability to exploit shipment routes in international air and waters within the Western Hemisphere for the movement of narcotics, precursor chemicals, bulk cash, human trafficking and weapons.
This gallery features some of the best imagery and video of Marines actively involved in firefights with the enemy.
The War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemoration kicked off in New Orleans, April 17, 2012. The commemoration is a salute to all sailors and Marines who fought gallantly in that conflict, who have served in our nations' conflicts since then, and who are defending freedom around the world today.
Commemorative events are scheduled to continue along the East Coast and Great Lakes over the next three...