U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 26, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, attend an incidental machine gun operator course at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 12, 2026. Hosted by the 2nd MLG Battle Skills Training School, the IMOC is designed to build a Marine or Sailor’s proficiency and capability in employing the M240B medium machinegun, M2A1 .50 caliber heavy machine gun, and the MK19 automatic grenade launcher effectively. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Apollo Wilson)
U.S Marine Corps Lance Cpl. George Anzures with 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division and a French Marine, operate a combat rubber reconnaissance craft while performing boat training insert drills during exercise Burmese Chase 26 on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 30, 2026. Burmese Chase is an annual U.S. led, multi-lateral training exercise comprised of integrating ground and air fires, infantry tactics and naval gunfire alongside NATO allies to enhance combat readiness and interoperability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sabine Wilson)
