3rd Recon, 3rd TSB conduct parachute operations [Image 1 of 8]

IE SHIMA, OKINAWA, JAPAN

10.30.2019

Photo by Cpl. Josue Marquez  

3rd Marine Division     

U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division prepare to conduct parachute operations by jumping out of a KC-130 Hercules on Ie Shima, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 28-30, 2019. This combined training included Marines from 3rd Transportation Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, as well as support from Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152 and Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing. This military training ensures the Marines from III Marine Expeditionary Force are constantly trained and ready to provide aerial delivery of personnel or equipment wherever needed, quickly and effectively. The U.S. military training conducted in the INDOPACIFIC area also provides security to the region, to include our Japanese Allies. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Josue Marquez)

• Date Taken: 10.30.2019
• Date Posted: 10.30.2019 09:40
• Photo ID: 5871582
• VIRIN: 191030-M-IN847-615
• Resolution: 5184x3456
• Size: 6.32 MB
• Location: IE SHIMA, OKINAWA, JP