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III Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Corps Installations Pacific have issued III MEF/MCIPAC-MCBBO 5230.1. PPEDs include but are not limited to smart phones, tablets, e-reader, mp3 players, smart watches and cameras. The Bluetooth capabilities in these devices make them a hazard to operational security. For a more in-depth look at the Marine Corps’ policy on PPEDs, look the order up online and check out MARADMIN 274/16. - III Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Corps Installations Pacific have issued III MEF/MCIPAC-MCBBO 5230.1. PPEDs include but are not limited to smart phones, tablets, e-reader, mp3 players, smart watches and cameras. The Bluetooth capabilities in these devices make them a hazard to operational security. For a more in-depth look at the Marine Corps’ policy on PPEDs, look the order up online and check out MARADMIN 274/16.
Maj. Gen. Joaquin F. Malavet delivers a speech at a reception after the Northern Training Area Land Return Ceremony Dec. 22 in Nago City, Okinawa, Japan. The ceremony honored the return of more than 9,852 acres of land previously utilized as part of the Northern Training Area by U.S. Forces Japan. The return marks the largest land return since the reversion in 1972. Malavet is the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations Pacific – Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Japan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon) - Maj. Gen. Joaquin F. Malavet delivers a speech at a reception after the Northern Training Area Land Return Ceremony Dec. 22 in Nago City, Okinawa, Japan. The ceremony honored the return of more than 9,852 acres of land previously utilized as part of the Northern Training Area by U.S. Forces Japan. The return marks the largest land return since the reversion in 1972. Malavet is the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations Pacific – Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Japan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon)
Japanese Minister of Defense Tomomi Inada makes opening remarks during the Northern Training Area Land Return Ceremony Dec. 22 in Nago City, Okinawa, Japan. Representatives from the United States government, U.S. Forces Japan and the Government of Japan gathered for the ceremony that represented the return of thousands of acres of land previously utilized as part of the Northern Training Area. The return included approximately 9,852 acres of land and marks the largest land return from U.S. Forces Japan since 1972. The return is one of the many U.S. Forces Japan efforts to consolidate U.S. presence on Okinawa and ensure minimal environmental impact on Okinawa’s natural resources. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon) - Japanese Minister of Defense Tomomi Inada makes opening remarks during the Northern Training Area Land Return Ceremony Dec. 22 in Nago City, Okinawa, Japan. Representatives from the United States government, U.S. Forces Japan and the Government of Japan gathered for the ceremony that represented the return of thousands of acres of land previously utilized as part of the Northern Training Area. The return included approximately 9,852 acres of land and marks the largest land return from U.S. Forces Japan since 1972. The return is one of the many U.S. Forces Japan efforts to consolidate U.S. presence on Okinawa and ensure minimal environmental impact on Okinawa’s natural resources. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon)
Col. Peter Lee poses for a photo with master labor contractors during the 241st Marine Corps Birthday celebration at the mess hall Nov. 9 on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. The celebration was one of many held on installations across Okinawa to uphold the tradition of celebrating the Marine Corps’ birthday, which dates back to Nov. 10, 1775. The event featured a mouthwatering steak and lobster meal, a uniform pageant by Kubasaki High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, and a live performance by the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and was open to service members, civilian contractors, master labor contractors, and their families to celebrate together. Lee is the commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon/Released) - Col. Peter Lee poses for a photo with master labor contractors during the 241st Marine Corps Birthday celebration at the mess hall Nov. 9 on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. The celebration was one of many held on installations across Okinawa to uphold the tradition of celebrating the Marine Corps’ birthday, which dates back to Nov. 10, 1775. The event featured a mouthwatering steak and lobster meal, a uniform pageant by Kubasaki High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, and a live performance by the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and was open to service members, civilian contractors, master labor contractors, and their families to celebrate together. Lee is the commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon/Released)
The islands of Okinawa have some of the most beautiful beaches, diving or snorkeling spots, and waters in the world. Service members and their families need to recognize how to enjoy these wonders safely and responsibly, however, as drowning is one of the most prominent causes of death of Status of Forces Agreement personnel on Okinawa. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo Illustration by Cpl. Brittany A. James/ Released) - The islands of Okinawa have some of the most beautiful beaches, diving or snorkeling spots, and waters in the world. Service members and their families need to recognize how to enjoy these wonders safely and responsibly, however, as drowning is one of the most prominent causes of death of Status of Forces Agreement personnel on Okinawa. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo Illustration by Cpl. Brittany A. James/ Released)
Guests line up to enter the Okinawa Haunted Labyrinth Oct. 29 on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. The annual open-gate event welcomes Okinawa residents and Status of Forces Agreement personnel to come together to enjoy Halloween fright, candy and food. The labyrinth is designed and hosted by the Okinawa Single Marine Program and is the largest SMP open-gate event held on Okinawa. During the event, families painted pumpkins, and collected candy. - Guests line up to enter the Okinawa Haunted Labyrinth Oct. 29 on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. The annual open-gate event welcomes Okinawa residents and Status of Forces Agreement personnel to come together to enjoy Halloween fright, candy and food. The labyrinth is designed and hosted by the Okinawa Single Marine Program and is the largest SMP open-gate event held on Okinawa. During the event, families painted pumpkins, and collected candy.
The cosplayers pose for a photo Oct. 15, awaiting the announcement of the winner of the cosplay contest at Comic Con on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. More than 25 attendees participated in the cosplay contest dressed as characters from video games, comic books and movies. The contest featured participants dressed as characters from video games such as Kingdom Hearts, Fallout and Super Mario. There were also characters from movies and television shows such as Harry Potter and My Neighbor Totoro. Many of the participants’ costumes were made by hand. The free event was open for attendance to Status of Forces Agreement members and the local Okinawa community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany A. James / Released) - The cosplayers pose for a photo Oct. 15, awaiting the announcement of the winner of the cosplay contest at Comic Con on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. More than 25 attendees participated in the cosplay contest dressed as characters from video games, comic books and movies. The contest featured participants dressed as characters from video games such as Kingdom Hearts, Fallout and Super Mario. There were also characters from movies and television shows such as Harry Potter and My Neighbor Totoro. Many of the participants’ costumes were made by hand. The free event was open for attendance to Status of Forces Agreement members and the local Okinawa community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany A. James / Released)
Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Sgt. Imato translates JGSDF rules of engagement to U.S. Marines during the annual Guard and Protect, an observe and exchange event Oct. 6 aboard Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. The three-day event sharpened U.S. and JGSDF service members’ abilities to defense installations through the observation and exchange of tactical procedures and operational concepts. The training included patrolling, rules of engagement and vehicle search and seizure procedures. - Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Sgt. Imato translates JGSDF rules of engagement to U.S. Marines during the annual Guard and Protect, an observe and exchange event Oct. 6 aboard Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. The three-day event sharpened U.S. and JGSDF service members’ abilities to defense installations through the observation and exchange of tactical procedures and operational concepts. The training included patrolling, rules of engagement and vehicle search and seizure procedures.
Informational pamphlets about breast cancer rest on a table during the Second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness 5-kilometer Run Oct. 1 aboard Camp Lester, Okinawa, Japan. The event provided an opportunity for Status of Forces Agreement members to show solidarity and support for survivors and breast cancer and their families. During the event, Marine Corps Community Services Health Promotion staff provided information on available support groups and services form breast cancer survivors and their families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon / Released) - Informational pamphlets about breast cancer rest on a table during the Second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness 5-kilometer Run Oct. 1 aboard Camp Lester, Okinawa, Japan. The event provided an opportunity for Status of Forces Agreement members to show solidarity and support for survivors and breast cancer and their families. During the event, Marine Corps Community Services Health Promotion staff provided information on available support groups and services form breast cancer survivors and their families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon / Released)
A three-strand obstacle sprawls over an open valley at the Jungle Warfare Training Center Sept. 20, 2016 at Jungle Warfare Training Center in Okinawa, Japan. This obstacle is one of the 31 obstacles Marines must navigate during the culminating event of any JWTC course. JWTC is utilized for its harsh terrain and conditions to prepare Marines for operations in the Asia-Pacific Region and stretches over more than 17,000 acres. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon) - A three-strand obstacle sprawls over an open valley at the Jungle Warfare Training Center Sept. 20, 2016 at Jungle Warfare Training Center in Okinawa, Japan. This obstacle is one of the 31 obstacles Marines must navigate during the culminating event of any JWTC course. JWTC is utilized for its harsh terrain and conditions to prepare Marines for operations in the Asia-Pacific Region and stretches over more than 17,000 acres. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Janessa K. Pon)