Stories

A Marine reads a knowledge question during Marine Wing Communication Squadron 28 semi-annual Spartan Cup field meet at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Jan. 29. The Marines competed in various activities, including tug-of-war and the running of the ranks, in which the three companies battled head-to-head to win the squadron’s Spartan Cup. The field meet is held to further strengthen esprit de corps and unit cohesion within the squadron, and to foster a sense of unit pride while improving Marines’ overall readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Unique Roberts/ Released) - A Marine reads a knowledge question during Marine Wing Communication Squadron 28 semi-annual Spartan Cup field meet at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Jan. 29. The Marines competed in various activities, including tug-of-war and the running of the ranks, in which the three companies battled head-to-head to win the squadron’s Spartan Cup. The field meet is held to further strengthen esprit de corps and unit cohesion within the squadron, and to foster a sense of unit pride while improving Marines’ overall readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Unique Roberts/ Released)

With flu season at its peak, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest avoid contact with sick people; while sick, limit contact with others and stay home if possible; cover mouth and nose while coughing and sneezing; and avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth. According to the CDC another essential part of preventing the spread of the flu virus is properly washing and sanitizing hands regularly. To wash your hands, wet your hands with clean running water and apply antibacterial soap. Rub hands together to lather and scrub well; making sure to clean the backs of your hands and underneath the fingernails as well. Continue rubbing hands for approximately 20 seconds. Rinse, and dry your hands using a clean towel or by air drying. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Grace L. Waladkewics/Released) - With flu season at its peak, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest avoid contact with sick people; while sick, limit contact with others and stay home if possible; cover mouth and nose while coughing and sneezing; and avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth. According to the CDC another essential part of preventing the spread of the flu virus is properly washing and sanitizing hands regularly. To wash your hands, wet your hands with clean running water and apply antibacterial soap. Rub hands together to lather and scrub well; making sure to clean the backs of your hands and underneath the fingernails as well. Continue rubbing hands for approximately 20 seconds. Rinse, and dry your hands using a clean towel or by air drying. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Grace L. Waladkewics/Released)

The cockpit of an F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Full Mission Simulator accurately replicates all sensors and weapons to provide a realistic mission rehearsal and training environment. (Courtesy Asset/Released) - The cockpit of an F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Full Mission Simulator accurately replicates all sensors and weapons to provide a realistic mission rehearsal and training environment. (Courtesy Asset/Released)

Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 464 load a CH-53E Super Stallion onto a C-5 Galaxy in preparation for Operation Cold Response 2016 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Feb. 3, 2016. The key purpose of Cold Response is to train and educate participants on how to conduct combat operations in a cold weather environment. Up to 2,000 Marines and 15,000 military personnel from 14 nations will attend the North Atlantic Treaty Organization-level exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/Released) - Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 464 load a CH-53E Super Stallion onto a C-5 Galaxy in preparation for Operation Cold Response 2016 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Feb. 3, 2016. The key purpose of Cold Response is to train and educate participants on how to conduct combat operations in a cold weather environment. Up to 2,000 Marines and 15,000 military personnel from 14 nations will attend the North Atlantic Treaty Organization-level exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/Released)

A Marine hikes in their snowshoes during cold weather training at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Calif., Jan. 21, 2016. The cold weather training done in the Sierra Mountains is a warm-up to Exercise Cold Response 1-16 in Norway. Nearly 80 Marines with 2nd LAAD Bn. participated in the two-weeklong exercise that taught basic mobility in snow, defensive and offensive tactics as well as basic cold weather and high altitude conditions training. - A Marine hikes in their snowshoes during cold weather training at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Calif., Jan. 21, 2016. The cold weather training done in the Sierra Mountains is a warm-up to Exercise Cold Response 1-16 in Norway. Nearly 80 Marines with 2nd LAAD Bn. participated in the two-weeklong exercise that taught basic mobility in snow, defensive and offensive tactics as well as basic cold weather and high altitude conditions training.

Cpl. Justin McDaniel accepts the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal during an award ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Dec. 3, 2015. McDaniel was presented the award for his quick and precise problem solving skills that led to the safe landing of an AV-8B Harrier that had experienced navigational equipment failure. His actions on Dec. 1, 2015, were the product of McDaniel’s extensive training and well-earned confidence in his own skills as an air traffic controller. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo By Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released) - Cpl. Justin McDaniel accepts the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal during an award ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Dec. 3, 2015. McDaniel was presented the award for his quick and precise problem solving skills that led to the safe landing of an AV-8B Harrier that had experienced navigational equipment failure. His actions on Dec. 1, 2015, were the product of McDaniel’s extensive training and well-earned confidence in his own skills as an air traffic controller. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo By Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released)

Cpl. Aliza Berkheimer and Sgt. Robert D. Lyvers hook a tow bar to the landing gear of a CH-53E Super Stallion during aircraft transportation at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Jan. 29, 2016. 63 Marines from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 464 broke down CH-53E Super Stallions and AH-1W Super Cobras for transport to Norway for Exercise Cold Response 2016. Berkheimer is an avionics technician and Lyvers is a flight line crew chief, both with HMH-464. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Cpl. Aliza Berkheimer and Sgt. Robert D. Lyvers hook a tow bar to the landing gear of a CH-53E Super Stallion during aircraft transportation at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Jan. 29, 2016. 63 Marines from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 464 broke down CH-53E Super Stallions and AH-1W Super Cobras for transport to Norway for Exercise Cold Response 2016. Berkheimer is an avionics technician and Lyvers is a flight line crew chief, both with HMH-464. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)

Maj. Graham Mueller hugs his family at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Jan. 21, 2016. The Marines deployed to Africa and Spain, where they assisted the Personnel Recovery Task Force by working hand-in-hand with other United States military branches. The mission focused on the skills and abilities of service members to successfully reintegrate and recover isolated personnel. On Jan. 13, VMGR-252 welcomed home another detachment, who remained in Moron, Spain. In total the detachment’s Marines moved over 2,900 passengers, 778,000 pounds of cargo and delivered 845,000 pounds of fuel to receiver aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Unique Roberts/ Released) - Maj. Graham Mueller hugs his family at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Jan. 21, 2016. The Marines deployed to Africa and Spain, where they assisted the Personnel Recovery Task Force by working hand-in-hand with other United States military branches. The mission focused on the skills and abilities of service members to successfully reintegrate and recover isolated personnel. On Jan. 13, VMGR-252 welcomed home another detachment, who remained in Moron, Spain. In total the detachment’s Marines moved over 2,900 passengers, 778,000 pounds of cargo and delivered 845,000 pounds of fuel to receiver aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Unique Roberts/ Released)

Lance Cpl. Sammy Grimes serves a Marine hot chow during cold weather training at the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Calif., Jan. 10, 2015. Hundreds of Marines participated in the cold weather training, enduring freezing temperatures during the two-week-long exercise in the Sierra Mountains. Grimes is a food service specialist at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Lance Cpl. Sammy Grimes serves a Marine hot chow during cold weather training at the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Calif., Jan. 10, 2015. Hundreds of Marines participated in the cold weather training, enduring freezing temperatures during the two-week-long exercise in the Sierra Mountains. Grimes is a food service specialist at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)

Sgt. Aaron Burke and Cpl. Dustin B. Moore use snow shoes for the first time in front of the Sierra Mountains during cold weather training at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Calif., Jan. 9, 2016. The cold weather training done in the Sierra Mountains is a warm-up to Exercise Cold Response 2016 in Norway. More than 800 Marines participated in the two-week-long exercise that taught basic mobility in snow, defensive and offensive tactics as well as basic cold weather and high altitude conditions training. 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion provides anti-air warfare support for the Marine Air Ground Task Force. Burke is the section leader for 2nd LAAD Bn.’s 1st platoon, B Battery and Moore is a team leader with 2nd LAAD Bn.’s B Battery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Sgt. Aaron Burke and Cpl. Dustin B. Moore use snow shoes for the first time in front of the Sierra Mountains during cold weather training at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Calif., Jan. 9, 2016. The cold weather training done in the Sierra Mountains is a warm-up to Exercise Cold Response 2016 in Norway. More than 800 Marines participated in the two-week-long exercise that taught basic mobility in snow, defensive and offensive tactics as well as basic cold weather and high altitude conditions training. 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion provides anti-air warfare support for the Marine Air Ground Task Force. Burke is the section leader for 2nd LAAD Bn.’s 1st platoon, B Battery and Moore is a team leader with 2nd LAAD Bn.’s B Battery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)