U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, and participating multinational forces conduct close air support training during exercise UNITAS 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 18, 2025. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since first conducted in 1960. This year marks the 66th iteration of the world’s longest running annual multinational maritime exercise. The exercise trains forces in joint maritime operations that enhance tactical proficiency and increase interoperability with the presence of unmanned air, surface and submarine systems. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Grace Stover)
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Calvert L. Worth Jr., commanding general, II Marine Expeditionary Force, salutes the colors during a change of charge ceremony at II MEF Headquarters Building, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 16, 2025. This ceremony honored U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Petty Officer John C. Beck for his time, dedication, and unwavering commitment to service.
CAMP SANTIAGO, Puerto Rico – Beginning on Aug. 31, 2025, U.S. Marines and Sailors from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit will begin conducting amphibious training and flight operations in Southern Puerto Rico. This training is designed to enhance the 22nd MEU’s readiness and capabilities, while also fostering stronger relationships with the Puerto Rican National Guard.
MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -- U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ethan Templeton, a ground electronics transmission systems maintainer with 2nd Maintenance Battalion, 2nd Combat Readiness Regiment, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, is recognized as the 2nd MLG warrior of the week for his outstanding leadership, technical expertise, and dedication to the mission at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 8, 2025.
