U.S. Marines with Maritime Raid Force, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct dive operations training at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 9, 2026. The MRF conducted dive operations to enhance the 26th MEU’s ability to support combat and operational missions that require underwater access and reconnaissance. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Jorge Borjas)
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Robert J. Epstein, right, commanding officer of 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Felecia Shannon, the principal of Onslow County Learning Center, pose for a photograph with the Proclamation of Adoption Partnership during an Adopt-a-School ceremony at Onslow County Learning Center, North Carolina, Sept. 11, 2026. The Adopt-a-School program is a voluntary program designed to strengthen the connection between the military and local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dorian Melrath)