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All 3 active duty Marine law enforcement battalions are now deactivated
The 3rd Law Enforcement Battalion, stationed out of Okinawa, Japan, was deactivated as part of the Marine Corps’ Force Design 2030 plan.
By Philip Athey
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III MEF sends AAVs back in the water
"U.S. Marines with Company B, 3d Assault Amphibian Battalion, completed a demanding waterborne operations training package June 8, 2021, on Okinawa, Japan, in compliance with all updated policies and procedures. ... "
By Philip Athey
New in 2021: The Corps gets a new unit ― the Marine littoral regiment
III Marine Expeditionary Force will standup the first three Marine littoral regiments.
By Philip Athey
Why these Marines have eyes on Europe
While most of the Marine Corps shifts its focus toward the Pacific and competition against China, this group of Marines is focused on Europe.
By Philip Athey
Marines vs. China ― the Corps just put these tactics to the test
This light, quick and powerful operation, alongside close integration with the Navy, is seen as the key for the Marine Corps' ability to fight China.
By Philip Athey
Corps reinstates tougher restrictions on Okinawa as COVID-19 returns to the Japanese island
The new restrictions also apply to dependents, contractors and other U.S. employees for Marine Forces Japan.
By Philip Athey