Pieces of the changes already in the operating force are proving their combat-worthiness, two senior generals said.
"But now the tide has to turn, and we have to get back to quality of life," Gen. Eric Smith said.
Officers may also have new non-command career paths.
Big platforms are not the Marine Corps' future.
It's criminal to not train Marines on counter-IEDs before they deploy, this 2-star general said.
New tools will give access to lower echelons for their own wargaming.
Infantry battalions will be more distributed than ever before, and that will be the new normal.
New mobile charging stations have arrived at some bases.
Strategic reconnaissance and irregular warfare are the future.
From field-ready fuel, inflatable piers and 3D printed masks, Marine ideas are now in their hands.
The rifle will replace both the Mk13 Mod 7 and the M40A6 sniper rifles.
Fewer PCS moves for Marines already are starting.
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