3d Marine Division

U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, talk about why they chose to become Reconnaissance Marines and their experiences they've had with jumping out of aircrafts with the Utility Tactical Vehicle during Integrated Training Exercise 1-19 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., Nov. 15, 2018. The purpose of ITX is to create a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps Video By MAGTFTC COMMSTRAT Directed, Edited, and Cinematography by LCpl. William Chockey, Cinematography by Sgt. Joshua Chacon and Cpl. Jennessa Davey)

Marines attached to 4th Marine Regiment, prepare to load the M777A2 155mm Howitzer during Integrated Training Exercise 1-19 November 2, 2018 on Camp Wilson, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California. ITX 1-19 is a large-scale Marine Air-Ground Task Force integration exercise in which Marines and sailors train to respond quickly to any contingency by fully integrating with ground and air combat elements of the MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tegra Shepherd) See more photos here

Lance Cpl. Stevie Harrison, a motor vehicle operator with Truck Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, takes post on a Browning .50 Caliber Machine Gun during Artillery Relocation Training Program 18-3 October 25, 2018, on the Combined Arms Training Complex, Camp Fuji, Japan.(U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Cameron Parks) See more photos here

Headquarters Battalion Drill Competition

Marines with Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division participate in a drill competition on Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, in celebration of the 243rd Marine Corps Birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dangelo Yanez)

For the past 243 years, the Marine Corps has provided lethal combat ready forces that have earned the everlasting respect and affection of a grateful nation. From every conflict, since the Revolutionary War, the Marines have demonstrated the tenacity and ability needed to support our allies and defeat any adversary. Read more here

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Motor Transportation Marines Conduct Pre-Deployment Training By Lance Cpl. Timothy Hernandez | November 20, 2018 As a forward-deployed motor transport operator, moving Marines and supplies to and from combat is essential. Marines with Truck Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division conducted weapons handling and live-fire training Nov. 8, 2018 with .50 Caliber M2A1 and M240B weapon systems as part of pre-deployment training in preparation for the upcoming Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) in 29 Palms, California. MORE

3d Marine Division Birthday Message By Brig. Gen. William M. Jurney | November 9, 2018 For the past 243 years, the Marine Corps has provided lethal combat ready forces that have earned the everlasting respect and affection of a grateful nation. From every conflict, since the Revolutionary War, the Marines have demonstrated the tenacity and ability needed to support our allies and defeat any adversary. MORE

Artillery Relocation Training Program By Lance Cpl. Cameron Parks | November 9, 2018 Marines with 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division conducted essential, live-fire artillery training this month during the Artillery Relocation Training Program (ARTP) 18-3 exercise at Combined Arms Training Center, Fuji. MORE

His Motivation Never Stops By Lance Cpl. Cameron Parks | November 5, 2018 Motivation is the foundation of a good exercise. Lance Cpl. Stevie Harrison, a motor vehicle operator with Truck Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division shows motivation from the motor pool to the Artillery Relocation Training Program 18-3 field exercise. MORE

From New York Central Park Zoo to Fuji Japan By Lance Cpl. Cameron Parks | October 27, 2018 No one knows where life’s path will lead them, which is why it’s worth taking chances. Lance Cpl. Jacob Brown, a field artillery Marine, with 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, never would have imagined that one day he would be on Camp Fuji, Fuji, Japan, firing weapons in the Artillery Relocation Training Program in the Marine Corps, but here he is. MORE

3d Marine Division Leaders

Brigadier General William M. Jurney
Commanding General
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Colonel Mark H. Clingan
Assistant Division Commander
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Sergeant Major Dennis M. Bradley
Sergeant Major
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Command Master Chief Christopher T. Stone
Command Master Chief
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Mission

On order, 3d Marine Division conducts amphibious, forcible entry operations or sustained, combined arms land operations with strategic partners and allies as an integral part of III MEF within the Pacific Theater Area of Operations (AO) in support of national security objectives.

Commanding General Guidance

Sexual Assault & Prevention (Sep 2018)

Safety (Sep 2018)

Personal & Family Readiness (Sep 2018)

Prohibited Activities & Conduct (Sep 2018)

Security (Sep 2018)