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    Combat Logistics Battalion 24 Prepares Equipment for Exercise Aurora [Image 11 of 16]

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    Combat Logistics Battalion 24 Prepares Equipment for Exercise Aurora

    VæRNES, NORWAY

    04.18.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway 

    2nd Marine Logistics Group

    U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Evan Rivera Cortes, a satellite transmissions system operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, establishes mobile radio communication in preparation for a long-range convoy during exercise Aurora as part of Sword 26 in Værnes, Norway, April 18, 2026. The Marines are preparing vehicles to ensure all equipment is mission-capable and safely configured for an upcoming movement across challenging Norwegian and Swedish terrain. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Marine Logistics Group are participating in Aurora as part of the larger Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises. This participation directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Cortes is a native of Florida. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway)

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    Date Taken: 04.18.2026
    Date Posted: 04.21.2026 09:03
    Photo ID: 9628580
    VIRIN: 260418-M-KU924-7407
    Resolution: 8192x5464
    Size: 1.83 MB
    Location: VæRNES, NO

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