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Service members, spouses and families watch a movie during the 3rd Annual Trunk-or-Treat at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 26, 2015. Families and spouses watched Halloween themed movies like “The Ghost of Lord Farquaad” and “Alvin and the Chipmunks: Halloween collection.” The event was hosted by Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 and Marine Aircraft Group 14 to allow family members to get together and celebrate Halloween in a safe and fun environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. U. B. Roberts/Released.) - Service members, spouses and families watch a movie during the 3rd Annual Trunk-or-Treat at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 26, 2015. Families and spouses watched Halloween themed movies like “The Ghost of Lord Farquaad” and “Alvin and the Chipmunks: Halloween collection.” The event was hosted by Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 and Marine Aircraft Group 14 to allow family members to get together and celebrate Halloween in a safe and fun environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. U. B. Roberts/Released.)

Lance Cpl. Austin Cable loads ammunition into an MK19 during a grenade and MK19 Grenade Launcher range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 28, 2015. More than 70 Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion took turns handling the MK19 and handheld grenades during the familiarization range. The range offered Marines the opportunity to build confidence and proficiency skills on some of the crew-served weapons they operate while providing security in a deployed environment. Cable is a low altitude aerial defense gunner with the battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released) - Lance Cpl. Austin Cable loads ammunition into an MK19 during a grenade and MK19 Grenade Launcher range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 28, 2015. More than 70 Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion took turns handling the MK19 and handheld grenades during the familiarization range. The range offered Marines the opportunity to build confidence and proficiency skills on some of the crew-served weapons they operate while providing security in a deployed environment. Cable is a low altitude aerial defense gunner with the battalion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released)

Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron pull as a team during the final round of the 2015 Combined Federal Campaign Tug-of-War Tournament at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 23, 2015. Eight teams composed of Marines and Sailors battled it out to take home the gold. The CFC gives federal employees an opportunity to make donations to over 20,000 non-profit organizations and charities. The drive is scheduled to end on Dec. 15, 2015. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/ Released) - Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron pull as a team during the final round of the 2015 Combined Federal Campaign Tug-of-War Tournament at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 23, 2015. Eight teams composed of Marines and Sailors battled it out to take home the gold. The CFC gives federal employees an opportunity to make donations to over 20,000 non-profit organizations and charities. The drive is scheduled to end on Dec. 15, 2015. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/ Released)

Marines execute pull ups during the semi-annual field meet between Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron and Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 23, 2015. Marines with H&HS and MWHS-2 went head-to-head in a tug-of-war, a 7-ton pull, relay races and other events to build teamwork and camaraderie. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Marines execute pull ups during the semi-annual field meet between Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron and Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 23, 2015. Marines with H&HS and MWHS-2 went head-to-head in a tug-of-war, a 7-ton pull, relay races and other events to build teamwork and camaraderie. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)

Spouses of active-duty service members hold a child’s pose during the annual Spouses Spa Day hosted by Marine Corps Family Team Building at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 22, 2015. During the event spouses of active-duty service members were pampered with facials, foot soaks and were given strategies to help them relax. Spouses enjoyed free yoga, fresh smoothies and mini spa treatments. MCFTB used the event as an opportunity to give the ladies a relaxing experience to combat the stresses of being a military spouse. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Spouses of active-duty service members hold a child’s pose during the annual Spouses Spa Day hosted by Marine Corps Family Team Building at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 22, 2015. During the event spouses of active-duty service members were pampered with facials, foot soaks and were given strategies to help them relax. Spouses enjoyed free yoga, fresh smoothies and mini spa treatments. MCFTB used the event as an opportunity to give the ladies a relaxing experience to combat the stresses of being a military spouse. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)

Jackson, a 6-year-old, smiles as Lance Cpl. Yoshio Galindo paints a design on his face during Fall Family Festival hosted by Marine Air Control Squadron 2 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 22, 2015. More than 100 Marines, Sailors and family members gathered to kick off the fall season with a chili cook-off and costume contest as well as games, a movie and a bonfire. Galindo is an aircraft maintenance administrative specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released) - Jackson, a 6-year-old, smiles as Lance Cpl. Yoshio Galindo paints a design on his face during Fall Family Festival hosted by Marine Air Control Squadron 2 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 22, 2015. More than 100 Marines, Sailors and family members gathered to kick off the fall season with a chili cook-off and costume contest as well as games, a movie and a bonfire. Galindo is an aircraft maintenance administrative specialist. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released)

Robert Harrell demonstrates how firefighters interact with people in distress on emergencies during a visit to W. J. Gurganus Elementary School in Havelock, N.C., Oct. 22, 2015. Members of the Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Fire and Emergency Services Department visited the local elementary school to teach children about the importance of fire safety and prevention. The air station fire department actively participates in school visits to encourage children of all ages to practice safety measures to keep both their families and themselves safe. Harrell is a firefighting paramedic with the MCAS Cherry Point Fire and Emergency Services Department. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released) - Robert Harrell demonstrates how firefighters interact with people in distress on emergencies during a visit to W. J. Gurganus Elementary School in Havelock, N.C., Oct. 22, 2015. Members of the Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Fire and Emergency Services Department visited the local elementary school to teach children about the importance of fire safety and prevention. The air station fire department actively participates in school visits to encourage children of all ages to practice safety measures to keep both their families and themselves safe. Harrell is a firefighting paramedic with the MCAS Cherry Point Fire and Emergency Services Department. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released)

The band First Decree entertains a group of service members and families at the 2015 Rocktoberfest at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 16, 2015. The festival featured the rock bands: Switchfoot, Devour the Day and First Decree. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/ Released) - The band First Decree entertains a group of service members and families at the 2015 Rocktoberfest at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 16, 2015. The festival featured the rock bands: Switchfoot, Devour the Day and First Decree. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/ Released)

Participants wait in line as they prepare to taste chili from Nana’s Famous Chili booth during the 34th annual Havelock Chili Festival hosted by the Havelock Chamber of Commerce at the Walter B. Jones Park in Havelock, N.C., Oct. 16, 2015. Along with the assistance of Marine volunteers and other volunteers, the chamber raises funds for local charities and sees who has the best chili and Buffalo wings. The winner goes on to compete in the International World Chili Championship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Participants wait in line as they prepare to taste chili from Nana’s Famous Chili booth during the 34th annual Havelock Chili Festival hosted by the Havelock Chamber of Commerce at the Walter B. Jones Park in Havelock, N.C., Oct. 16, 2015. Along with the assistance of Marine volunteers and other volunteers, the chamber raises funds for local charities and sees who has the best chili and Buffalo wings. The winner goes on to compete in the International World Chili Championship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)

Marines receive their designated routes during an Incidental Humvee Licensing Course at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 15, 2015. Marine Wing Support Squadron 274 Marines underwent an extensive course that covered basic operational skills, vehicle capabilities, emergency procedures and first echelon mechanics. The Humvee has many versatile roles throughout the Marine Corps. Taking licensing courses to qualify Marines of different occupational fields helps expand their skill sets while allowing their unit to be more self-sufficient. - Marines receive their designated routes during an Incidental Humvee Licensing Course at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 15, 2015. Marine Wing Support Squadron 274 Marines underwent an extensive course that covered basic operational skills, vehicle capabilities, emergency procedures and first echelon mechanics. The Humvee has many versatile roles throughout the Marine Corps. Taking licensing courses to qualify Marines of different occupational fields helps expand their skill sets while allowing their unit to be more self-sufficient.(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/ Released)