15th Marine Expeditionary Unit

America's Vanguard Force

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The 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) provides a forward deployed, flexible sea-based Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) capable of conducting Amphibious Operations, crisis response and limited contingency operations, to include enabling the introduction of follow-on forces, and, designated special operations, in order to support the theater requirements of Geographic Combatant Commanders (GCC).

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15th MEU Marine earns 2022 Copernicus Award

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Iron Fist 2022: US Marines, JGSDF soldiers conduct waterborne ops in ACVs, AAVs

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April 07, 2022

“Buddy! Buddy! Are you okay?” A Look into the Marine Corps’ Combat Lifesaver Course

With a labored shout, a Jordanian soldier calls for aid. He has sustained a blast injury with an

For almost two decades, the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Carl Matthew Ruppert)

March 21, 2022

Stronger together: US Marines, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers conduct bilateral waterborne operations off Camp Pendleton coast

The Copernicus Award honors recipients for their consistent and superior performance in their command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I)/ information technology-related job fields. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sydney Smith)

March 21, 2022

15th MEU Marine earns 2022 Copernicus Award

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Combat Fitness Test Reel

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Combat Fitness Test Reel

U.S. Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit complete their annual combat fitness test at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Oct. 12, 2022. The combat fitness test is used to evaluate a Marines individual combat readiness by their ability to complete combat oriented tasks. The vertical video is optimized for posting on social media. The video is targeting the younger audience of the 15th MEU's Instagram, and those of who also share an interest in physical fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Sydney Smith)

Oct. 12, 2022

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15th MEU Beach Bash Reel

U.S. Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) celebrate the first of an annual beach bash on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, August 20, 2022. The beach bash was held for veterans and active duty Marines that have served with the 15th MEU to improve unit cohesion and comradery. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Sydney Smith)

Aug. 26, 2022

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V3/5 Memorial Hike Reel

U.S. Marine Corps and Navy veterans who served with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, hike 1st Sgt’s Hill at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 19, 2022, honoring 3/5 Marines and Sailors who were killed during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The hike was conducted as part of a retirement for Maj. Jacob Fernandez, the outgoing assistant operations officer for the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Sydney Smith)

Aug. 26, 2022

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Thank you Los Angeles

U.S. Marines assigned to the 1st Marine Division Band play Taps at various locations in Los Angeles to commemorate their and the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit's participation in Los Angeles Fleet Week 2022, from May 23 - May 31. The purpose of Fleet Week is to showcase the capabilities of the Navy-Marine Corps team and give back to the community with events, static displays, and personal interactions between service members and the public. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Sydney Smith and Gunnery Sgt. Donald Holbert)

June 8, 2022

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LA Fleet Week: Marines, Sailors help the community with Habitat for Humanity

U.S. Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Task Force Los Angeles, and Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), volunteer to repair a retired veteran’s home during a Habitat for Humanity event in support of Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 27, 2022. The purpose of Fleet Week is to showcase the capabilities of the Navy-Marine Corps team and give back to the community with events, static displays, and personal interactions between service members and the public. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sydney Smith)

June 1, 2022

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Iron Fist 2022 Final Video

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers with the 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment participate in exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 10 – Feb. 16, 2022. For almost two decades, the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Sydney Smith)

Feb. 16, 2022

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Iron Fist 2022: US Navy Corpsmen, JGSDF soldiers conduct mass casualty exercise

U.S. Navy Corpsmen with Combat Logistics Battalion 13, 1st Marine Logistics Group, and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, conduct a mass casualty exercise as part of Iron Fist 2022 at Red Beach, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 8-10, 2022. For almost two decades the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Garrett Kiger)

Feb. 14, 2022

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Iron Fist 2022: US Marines, JGSDF soldiers conduct unmanned aerial vehicle training

U.S. Marines with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment conduct unmanned aerial vehicle training during exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 3, 2022. For almost two decades, the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Garrett Kiger)

Feb. 6, 2022

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Iron Fist 2022: US Marines, JGSDF soldiers conduct fire support coordination exercise at 29 Palms

U.S. Marines with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, conduct fire support coordination exercise (FSCEX) during exercise Iron Fist 2022 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, Jan. 18-20, 2022. FSCEX is a training event that allows forward observers and radio operators to work with close-air support in conjunction with artillery assets to direct fires onto enemy positions. For almost two decades, the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and JGSDF have conducted exercise Iron Fist, training together in amphibious operations and affirming the U.S. commitment to our allies. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Garrett Kiger)

Feb. 6, 2022

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15th MEU relief and appointment

The 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit hosted a relief and appointment ceremony on the Camp Del Mar parade deck at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 17, 2021. During the ceremony, Sgt. Maj. Daniel E. Mangrum, outgoing sergeant major, transferred his duties and responsibilities to Sgt. Maj. Oranjel A. Leavy. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Desiree King)

June 17, 2021

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15th MEU Westpac 21-1 Deployment

A final video production of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Western Pacific 21-1 deployment with the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group. The 15th MEU consists of the Command Element; the Aviation Combat Element, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 164 (Reinforced); the Ground Combat Element, Battalion Landing Team 1/4; and the Logistics Combat Element, Combat Logistics Battalion 15. During deployment, the 15th MEU and Makin Island ARG spent time in the U.S. 3rd, 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet areas of operation, and supported Operation Octave Quartz in Somalia, Operation Inherent Resolve in Iraq and Syria, Theater Amphibious Combat Rehearsals in Kuwait and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Exercise Northern Edge 2021 in Alaska. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Staff Sgt. Kassie McDole, Sgt. Desiree King, Sgt. Sarah Stegall, Cpl. Patrick Crosley, Cpl. Britany Rowlett, Cpl. Brendan Mullin and Lance Cpl. Mackenzie Binion)

June 9, 2021

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15th MEU Marines, Sailors participate in Northern Edge 2021

210513-M-JO645-1001 COLD BAY, ALASKA (May 13, 2021) – U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in Northern Edge 2021. U.S. service members are participating in a joint training exercise hosted by U.S. Pacific Air Forces May 3-14, 2021, on and above the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex, the Gulf of Alaska, and temporary maritime activities area. NE21 is one in a series of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command exercises designed to sharpen the joint forces’ skills; to practice tactics, techniques, and procedures; to improve command, control and communication relationships; and to develop cooperative plans and programs. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Desiree King)

May 15, 2021

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BLT 1/4 Marines stand up quick reaction force for Operation Octave Quartz

210131-M-UY835-1001 INDIAN OCEAN – U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Stephen Loder, executive officer of Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/4, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, discusses the process of establishing a quick reaction force aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) in support of Operation Octave Quartz. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and the 15th MEU conduct operations under Joint Task Force – Quartz in support of OOQ. The mission of OOQ is to relocate U.S. Department of Defense forces in Somalia to other East Africa operating locations while maintaining pressure on violent extremists and supporting partner forces. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Patrick Crosley)

March 7, 2021

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15th MEU: America's Vanguard Force - Stinger

An animated stinger for the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, December 31, 2020. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Desiree King)

April 10, 2021

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Charlie Company: the hardest training company out there

U.S. Marines with Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/4, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit depart the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) to conduct a live-fire and maneuver training range at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, Nov. 18, 2021.The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and 15th MEU provide numbered fleet and combatant commanders with a responsive, flexible and forward-deployed asset capable of maritime power projection, contingency operations and crisis response. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Patrick Crosley)

June 17, 2021

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Battalion Landing Team 1/4 honors Marines, Sailor at memorial service

Service members and families gathered to pay tribute to nine fallen service members of Bravo Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/4, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 21, 2020. The service was held in remembrance of the eight Marines and one Sailor from Bravo Company, BLT 1/4, 15th MEU, who died in an assault amphibious vehicle mishap off the coast of San Clemente Island, California, July 30. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Desiree King)

Aug. 22, 2020

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15th MEU Marines communicate beyond line of sight

U.S. Marines with 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, communicate beyond line of sight at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton California and Lake Havasu City, Arizona, July 7-9, 2020. The BLOS training improved and expanded skills needed to facilitate communication between adjacent units or higher headquarters that are located beyond the horizon and cannot be physically seen. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Brendan Mullin)

July 24, 2020

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15th MEU Marines conduct defensive cyber operations training

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Samuel David, a cyber space operations officer with 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, discusses the role of defensive cyber operations at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 25, 2020. Defensive cyber operations enables the 15th MEU to protect critical information and processes stored on the Marine Corps cyber network, maintaining an advantage in the physical domains of warfare. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Brendan Mullin)

July 7, 2020

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Happy 4th of July from the 15th MEU!

A video created to celebrate the Independence of our nation on June 11, 2020, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Sarah Stegall)

July 7, 2020

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15th MEU EOD exploits unknown UXO

U.S. Marine Corps explosive ordnance disposal tehcnicians with Combat Logistics Battalion 15, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct munitions exploitation training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 10, 2020. EOD Marines are able to exploit unknown unexploded munitions in order to understand their specific capabilities and limitations. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Brendan Mullin)

June 23, 2020

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