Students in the Military Student Assistance Group at Twentynine Palms High School pose for a group photo at Twentynine Palms High School, Twentynine Palms, California, Nov. 14, 2024. - Students in the Military Student Assistance Group at Twentynine Palms High School take a group photo at Twentynine Palms High School, Twentynine Palms, California, Nov. 14, 2024. The Military Student Assistance Group is a student-ran high school club that helps incoming military students become familiar with the school and the local community. (Courtesy photo by Twentynine Palms High School)
U.S. Marine Corps Commanding Generals from 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, meet with instructor pilots assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) during the 1st Annual Wing Commanding General Summit at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 24, 2025. - U.S. Marine Corps Commanding Generals from 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, meet with instructor pilots assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) during the 1st Annual Wing Commanding General Summit at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 24, 2025. This marks the first summit intended to update briefs on high-end tactics, Department of Defense capabilities, and provide WTI course updates relevant to future conflicts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin G. Rivas)
An N1 Archer drone staged to take off. - An N1 Archer drone staged to take off during a showcase at Range 220, Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, March 12, 2025. The N1 Archer is the first FPV platform built to deliver modular warheads on the BlueUAS list authorized for official Department of Defense use. The sUAS showcase provided joint service members the opportunity to explore the N1 Archer’s controls and capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Saige Steiber)
U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, take down camouflage netting during a Tactical Logistics Operations Course as part of Integrated Training Exercise 1-25 at Range 800, Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Jan. 30, 2025. TLOC tests the logistics element’s ability to sustain operations in a contested environment by integrating ground logistics capabilities to ensure mission success. ITX enhances the lethality, autonomy and decision-making of the MAGTF by creating a challenging and realistic training environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Richard PerezGarcia) - U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, take down camouflage netting during a Tactical Logistics Operations Course as part of Integrated Training Exercise 1-25 at Range 800, Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Jan. 30, 2025. TLOC tests the logistics element’s ability to sustain operations in a contested environment by integrating ground logistics capabilities to ensure mission success. ITX enhances the lethality, autonomy and decision-making of the MAGTF by creating a challenging and realistic training environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Richard PerezGarcia)
U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, low crawl through an obstacle course during their final evaluation as part of a 7th Marine Regiment Infantry Rifle Squad Competition at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 19, 2024. The 7th Marine Regiment Infantry Rifle Squad Competition assesses tactical proficiency and determines the Regiment's most capable squad under simulated combat conditions. Designed to evaluate tactics, techniques, and procedures, the event also promotes professional growth and camaraderie through healthy competition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Richard PerezGarcia) - U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, low crawl through an obstacle course during their final evaluation as part of a 7th Marine Regiment Infantry Rifle Squad Competition at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 19, 2024. The 7th Marine Regiment Infantry Rifle Squad Competition assesses tactical proficiency and determines the Regiment's most capable squad under simulated combat conditions. Designed to evaluate tactics, techniques, and procedures, the event also promotes professional growth and camaraderie through healthy competition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Richard PerezGarcia)
Defense Innovation Unit leads the Blue UAS Refresh at The Combat Center - A drone technician sets simulated payloads onto a Perimeter 8 during a Defense Innovation Unit Blue UAS Refresh Challenge at Camp Wilson, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, on Nov. 4, 2024. The purpose of the challenge is to directly evaluate and assess Unmanned Aerial System platforms focused on advanced modularity and rapid-update software and shape technology choices with the most operational impact. Approved drones may join the Blue UAS list for rapid deployment, with Global ATO, which enhances the DODs ability to quickly scale and field drone technology. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Richard PerezGarcia)