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    VMFA-242 launches Valiant Shield operations in Guam [Image 2 of 9]

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    VMFA-242 launches Valiant Shield operations in Guam

    ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, GUAM

    06.22.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Cecilia Campbell 

    1st Marine Aircraft Wing     

    U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Caleb Choat, a powerline mechanic with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, performs a preflight inspection on an F-35B Lightning II aircraft in support of Valiant Shield 26 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 22, 2026. Exercises like Valiant Shield allow Pacific Command Joint Forces the opportunity to integrate forces from all branches of service and with our allies to conduct precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the joint force and our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. Choat is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cecilia Campbell) 

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    Date Taken: 06.22.2026
    Date Posted: 06.24.2026 09:00
    Photo ID: 9769230
    VIRIN: 260622-M-PK775-1032
    Resolution: 5548x3699
    Size: 1.49 MB
    Location: ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, GU

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