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3rd Maintenance Battalion tightens wrenches on readiness

With a twist of a wrench and the turn of a screwdriver, Marines work diligently to repair electronics, fix vehicles and equipment, and maintain the readiness necessary to respond to any crisis.To help ensure readiness, Marines with 3rd Maintenance Battalion took part in a battalion-wide maintenance exercise July 16 at Camp Kinser.“The training was

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Lance Cpl. James S. Sipper, left, and Cpl. Sal J. Flores Jr. add rocks to the bucket of a multiterrain loader July 8 during the removal of a 60-meter-long wall near U.S. Army Garrison Torii Station’s main gate. Teamwork played an important part in the completion of the project, according to Sipper. Flores and Sipper are heavy-equipment operators with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose D. Lujano - Lance Cpl. James S. Sipper, left, and Cpl. Sal J. Flores Jr. add rocks to the bucket of a multiterrain loader July 8 during the removal of a 60-meter-long wall near U.S. Army Garrison Torii Station’s main gate. Teamwork played an important part in the completion of the project, according to Sipper. Flores and Sipper are heavy-equipment operators with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose D. Lujano

9th ESB Marines remove wall near Torii Station

The knocking of diesel engines, the smell of dirt and the crash of rocks resounded in the area as the team of combat engineers finished the work that could one day save lives.Service members with 9th Engineer Support Battalion removed a 60-meter-long wall near U.S. Army Garrison Torii Station’s main gate July 8-12. “The Yomitan Village requested

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Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company fast-rope from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter July 2 at Landing Zone Phoenix on Camp Schwab. The company is with III Marine Expeditionary Force, and the helicopter and crew are with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF. - Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company fast-rope from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter July 2 at Landing Zone Phoenix on Camp Schwab. The company is with III Marine Expeditionary Force, and the helicopter and crew are with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF.

Fast-roping Marines get boots on ground at Schwab

Marines receive the opportunity to rappel from a 60-foot-tall tower at recruit training, but not every Marine has the chance to continue that training and further their rappelling abilities. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, were afforded this opportunity during helicopter rope suspension technique training

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EOD Marines reconstruct blast sites

The ground shakes from the blast of a simulated improvised explosive device detonating in the distance. The shout of “seven seconds” is cried out and another blast shakes the terrain.These sounds rang out as Marines with 3rd Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company trained to enhance their knowledge of post-blast analysis and site survey techniques June

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Sgt. Tanda Daisuke maneuvers a Humvee through a driving course June 25 on Camp Foster during a two-day bilateral training event. Marines trained Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members on the capabilities of Marine Corps vehicles and basic logistics tactics and techniques. Daisuke is an infantryman with the 12th Infantry Regiment, Headquarters Company, JGSDF. The Marines are with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anne K. Henry/Released) - Sgt. Tanda Daisuke maneuvers a Humvee through a driving course June 25 on Camp Foster during a two-day bilateral training event. Marines trained Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members on the capabilities of Marine Corps vehicles and basic logistics tactics and techniques. Daisuke is an infantryman with the 12th Infantry Regiment, Headquarters Company, JGSDF. The Marines are with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anne K. Henry/Released)

JGSDF trains in logistics

Members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force received training from Marines on logistics capabilities June 25 at Camp Foster.The Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 4 presented instruction and provided hands-on training to the JGSDF members throughout a two-day training course.The purpose of this training was to give the JGSDF members basic

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U.S. Marine Sgt. Robert W. Walker, left, explains the capabilities of the miniature deployable assistance water purification system to People’s Liberation Army Capt. Wang Weijin at a simulated disaster site in Biang, Brunei, June 19 as part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations humanitarian assistance and disaster relief and military medicine exercise. Walker is an engineer equipment electrical systems technician with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force, and Weijin is an engineer with the PLA. Photo by Lance Cpl. Kasey Peacock - U.S. Marine Sgt. Robert W. Walker, left, explains the capabilities of the miniature deployable assistance water purification system to People’s Liberation Army Capt. Wang Weijin at a simulated disaster site in Biang, Brunei, June 19 as part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations humanitarian assistance and disaster relief and military medicine exercise. Walker is an engineer equipment electrical systems technician with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force, and Weijin is an engineer with the PLA. Photo by Lance Cpl. Kasey Peacock

Asia-Pacific nations unify disaster approach

Military engineers with the U.S., Singapore and the People’s Republic of China demonstrated their water purification capabilities to senior leaders at a mock disaster site in Biang, Brunei, June 19 as part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations humanitarian assistance and disaster relief and military medicine exercise.The simulated disaster

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Gunnery Sgt. James W. Mackenzie observes Lance Cpl. Nam Q. Kim as he throws an M67 fragmentation grenade June 13 at Camp Hansen. Mackenzie is a tactics, readiness and training instructor, G-3, operations and training, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force, and Kim is an administrative clerk with CLR-35, 3rd MLG, III MEF. - Gunnery Sgt. James W. Mackenzie observes Lance Cpl. Nam Q. Kim as he throws an M67 fragmentation grenade June 13 at Camp Hansen. Mackenzie is a tactics, readiness and training instructor, G-3, operations and training, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force, and Kim is an administrative clerk with CLR-35, 3rd MLG, III MEF.

Marines bring firepower to explosive training

"Frag out!” is yelled from the protective pit as Marines huddle, sheltering themselves from the impending blast. Seconds later, the ground vibrates and an explosion generated by an M67 fragmentation grenade sends dirt falling back to Earth. This was only a fraction of the training required of interior guard members with Combat Logistics Regiments

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Combat engineers push a medium-girder bridge over a streambed May 30 at Camp Hansen. The MGB is a lightweight, man-portable bridge that allows troop movement and can be assembled without heavy equipment. The combat engineers are with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose D. Lujano - Combat engineers push a medium-girder bridge over a streambed May 30 at Camp Hansen. The MGB is a lightweight, man-portable bridge that allows troop movement and can be assembled without heavy equipment. The combat engineers are with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose D. Lujano

Combat engineers build bridge, increase capabilities

To reach their objective, squads of Marines prepare to traverse a dangerous water crossing using a man-made bridge. As they move across the bridge, they can feel confident knowing that combat engineers spent long hours preparing for this crucial moment. Combat engineers with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine

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Marines and sailors compete in a chariot race May 24 during the 3rd Marine Logistics Group 55th anniversary celebration at Camp Kinser. Marines and sailors competed in various events at the field meet, such as pugil stick bouts, obstacle course relays, a tug-of-war challenge and volleyball tournament. The Marines and sailors are with 3rd MLG, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose D. Lujano - Marines and sailors compete in a chariot race May 24 during the 3rd Marine Logistics Group 55th anniversary celebration at Camp Kinser. Marines and sailors competed in various events at the field meet, such as pugil stick bouts, obstacle course relays, a tug-of-war challenge and volleyball tournament. The Marines and sailors are with 3rd MLG, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Photo by Lance Cpl. Jose D. Lujano

Marines, sailors compete during 3rd MLG’s 55th anniversary

Activated in 1958 as 3rd Force Service Regiment, 3rd Marine Logistics Group has seen many changes throughout its history. However, one thing remains unchanged; the Marines have always been committed to delivering exemplary combat service support to service members deployed and in garrison.Marines and sailors with 3rd MLG, III Marine Expeditionary

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1st Lt. Stephen C. Horn participates in a basic swim qualification course May 20 at Camp Hansen during a three-day field training exercise. The basic course tests Marines’ skills in the water to include treading water for four minutes, swimming 25 meters with and without a pack, and removing all equipment while under water within 10 seconds. Approximately 60 staff noncommissioned officers and officers with 3rd Marine Logistics Group completed a variety of annual training requirements during the exercise that also included gas chamber and small-arms weapons qualifications. Horn is the motor transport platoon commander with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd MLG, III Marine Expeditionary Force. - 1st Lt. Stephen C. Horn participates in a basic swim qualification course May 20 at Camp Hansen during a three-day field training exercise. The basic course tests Marines’ skills in the water to include treading water for four minutes, swimming 25 meters with and without a pack, and removing all equipment while under water within 10 seconds. Approximately 60 staff noncommissioned officers and officers with 3rd Marine Logistics Group completed a variety of annual training requirements during the exercise that also included gas chamber and small-arms weapons qualifications. Horn is the motor transport platoon commander with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd MLG, III Marine Expeditionary Force.

3rd MLG leaders get back to basics during FTX

Staff noncommissioned officers and officers with 3rd Marine Logistics Group completed a three-day field training exercise at Camps Hansen and Schwab May 20-22.The FTX provided a variety of training opportunities for Marines and sailors to focus on the basic skills to be an effective and efficient combat leader.“It was Brig. Gen. (Niel E.) Nelson’s