U.S. Marines with 3rd Littoral Combat Team, 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, execute dry-fire and live-fire platoon attacks at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, Jan. 24-26, 2026. The training exercise at PTA refined weapon system and tactical proficiency, strengthening overall combat readiness and preparing 3rd LCT for future operational requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Ernesto Lagunes)
Early into the afternoon of Saturday, January 17, 2026, a thrumming crowd of students, teachers, mentors, and military musicians stand at the center of the Okinawa Suntory Arena as they prepare for the Japan – U.S. Joint Concert. The event was hosted by the Okinawa Defense Bureau, Ministry of Defense, and featured performances from local middle schools, the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band, the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 15th...
Okinawa, Japan — U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. David Janecke, outgoing commanding officer of 3rd Maintenance Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, relinquished command to Lt. Col. John Sykas III, the incoming commanding officer of 3rd Maintenance Battalion, 3rd MLG, during a change of command ceremony at Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 16, 2026.
After nearly two years in command, Janecke completed his tenure as commanding officer of 3rd...
