U.S. Navy Seaman Apprentice Michale Garrey, an aviation boatswain’s mate assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD8), shares key takeaways from Quarterly Underway Amphibious Readiness Training 26.2 off the coast of California, Jan. 19-30, 2026. QUART enhances the warfighting proficiency of the Navy-Marine Corps team. This routine training forges a more integrated and lethal force, ensuring our Marines and Sailors are prepared to respond to crisis and win in conflict. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Gregory Hudson)