U.S. Marine Corps MSgt. Cody Crady, battalion operations chief for Combat Logistics Battalion 22, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group conducts an interview in Setermoen, Norway, May 18, 2025. The Marine Corps provided direct combat service support to the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division to enable sustainment of multi-domain operations. Swift Response 25 is part of the DEFENDER 25 series and allows the rehearsal, deployment, employment, and integration of U.S. forces to focus on the expansion of critical capabilities on the battlefield in the High North and Baltics. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Apollo Wilson)
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Alexandra Whorley, a flute instrumentalist with the 1st Marine Division Band, poses for a photo with audience members during a concert at Chateau-Thierry, France, May 23, 2025. The band performed for the community to highlight the close relationship between the French and the U.S. The 1st MARDIV band is performing at different locations around France as part of Memorial Day weekend and the commemoration of the 107th anniversary of the battle of Belleau Wood, conducted to honor the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies. Whorley is a native of Pennsylvania. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kyle Chan)
Bradley was selected as 2nd Marine Logistic Group's Warrior of the Week this week for exceeding expectations while filling the billet of a staff noncommissioned officer. Bradley ensured everything ran smoothly while serving as platoon sergeant. According to his leadership, Bradley constantly performs to the level of a staff noncommissioned officer. His leadership and attention to detail prepared more than 20 Marines to administratively and physically deploy to exercise Swift Response 25 in Norway. When asked about how he views leading Marines, Bradley said, “If you’re not going to do it, then why should anyone else.” Each week, 2nd MLG recognizes one outstanding Marine or Sailor that goes above and beyond in their duties and...
U.S. Marines and Sailors with Marine Rotational Force-Europe (MRF-E) prepared to deploy to Finland and integrate with the Finnish Defense Force for exercise Freezing Winds 24 by completing integrated training Oct. 15 – Nov. 28, 2024.
