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Sgt. Austin Cardwell walks out of a tent in front of a Tactical Elevated Antenna Mast System during a field exercise conducted by Alpha Company, Marine Wing Communications Squadron 28, aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 23, 2016. The two-week exercise occurs annually to satisfy training and readiness requirements and serve as an opportunity for Marines to reaffirm previously learned skillsets. Cardwell is a cyber-network operator with MWCS-28. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Sgt. Austin Cardwell walks out of a tent in front of a Tactical Elevated Antenna Mast System during a field exercise conducted by Alpha Company, Marine Wing Communications Squadron 28, aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 23, 2016. The two-week exercise occurs annually to satisfy training and readiness requirements and serve as an opportunity for Marines to reaffirm previously learned skillsets. Cardwell is a cyber-network operator with MWCS-28. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)

Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron’s leadership critique culinary products during the H&HS Chef of the Quarter Competition aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 18, 2016. The quarterly competition tests food service specialists on the taste of their food, plate display, table appearance and culinary knowledge based on the anniversary theme they were given. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released) - Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron’s leadership critique culinary products during the H&HS Chef of the Quarter Competition aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 18, 2016. The quarterly competition tests food service specialists on the taste of their food, plate display, table appearance and culinary knowledge based on the anniversary theme they were given. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Jimenez/Released)

Lance Cpl. Evian T. Jackson Participates in a pull-up event during the 75th anniversary field meet competition at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 12, 2016. Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, and Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, Marines of all ranks and ages came together to compete in numerous events testing their strength, teamwork and unit spirit. Some of the events the competitors participated in include: an all ranks relay, rifle relay race, unit soccer, a 7-ton pull and more. Jackson is an administrative specialist with H&HS. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released) - Lance Cpl. Evian T. Jackson Participates in a pull-up event during the 75th anniversary field meet competition at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 12, 2016. Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, and Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, Marines of all ranks and ages came together to compete in numerous events testing their strength, teamwork and unit spirit. Some of the events the competitors participated in include: an all ranks relay, rifle relay race, unit soccer, a 7-ton pull and more. Jackson is an administrative specialist with H&HS. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released)

Sgt. Maj. Richard Thresher (left) and Brig. Gen. Matthew Glavy (right) share a few words with Marines assigned with Marine Air Control Group 28's Corporals Course after sharing a meal at the mess hall aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 9, 2016. Thresher and Glavy had breakfast with the Marines while discussing leadership and the role of noncommissioned officers in mission accomplishment for the Marine Corps. Thresher is the command sergeant major and Glavy is the commanding general for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mackenzie Gibson/Released) - Sgt. Maj. Richard Thresher (left) and Brig. Gen. Matthew Glavy (right) share a few words with Marines assigned with Marine Air Control Group 28's Corporals Course after sharing a meal at the mess hall aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 9, 2016. Thresher and Glavy had breakfast with the Marines while discussing leadership and the role of noncommissioned officers in mission accomplishment for the Marine Corps. Thresher is the command sergeant major and Glavy is the commanding general for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mackenzie Gibson/Released)

Meghan Doyle, superintendent of Craven County (left) answers questions from city representatives as Havelock Mayor William Lewis (center) and Brig. Gen. Matthew Glavy (right) listen during a meet-and-greet at the city hall in Havelock, N.C., Aug. 9, 2016. Col. Todd Ferry, commanding officer for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, also attended as a representative. “It is important to make a connection with the community, especially when it comes to our children’s education,” said Glavy. Glavy also stated he attended the meet-and-greet because he values the relationship between the Marines and the kids in the community. “We are fortunate to have the military influence on the surrounding area because it brings culture to our school system,” said Doyle. Glavy is the commanding general for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and Doyle is the superintendent for Craven County. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mackenzie Gibson/Released) - Meghan Doyle, superintendent of Craven County (left) answers questions from city representatives as Havelock Mayor William Lewis (center) and Brig. Gen. Matthew Glavy (right) listen during a meet-and-greet at the city hall in Havelock, N.C., Aug. 9, 2016. Col. Todd Ferry, commanding officer for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, also attended as a representative. “It is important to make a connection with the community, especially when it comes to our children’s education,” said Glavy. Glavy also stated he attended the meet-and-greet because he values the relationship between the Marines and the kids in the community. “We are fortunate to have the military influence on the surrounding area because it brings culture to our school system,” said Doyle. Glavy is the commanding general for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and Doyle is the superintendent for Craven County. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mackenzie Gibson/Released)