3d Marine Division

Fire Mission during the Artillery Relocation Training Program 19.3

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, wait for a fire mission during the Artillery Relocation Training Program in Hokkaido, Japan, Oct. 16, 2019. The program provides 12th Marine Regiment with essential live fire training in different regions of Japan to increase combat readiness and support the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kolby Leger) click her for more photos

U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion and Philippine Marines jump out of a U.S. MV-22 Osprey during static line parachute training at Fort Magsaysay, Luzon, Philippines, Oct. 10, 2019. KAMANDAG helps participating forces maintain a high level of readiness and enhances combined military-to-military relations, interoperability, and multinational coordination. KAMANDAG 3 is a Philippine-led, bilateral exercise with participation from Japan. KAMANDAG is an acronym for the Filipino phrase “Kaagapay Ng Mga Manirigma Ng Dagat,” which translates to “Cooperation of the Warriors of the Sea,” highlighting the partnerships between the U.S. and Philippine militaries. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Esgar Rojas)

Marines prepare for Artillery Relocation Training Program 19.3

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Larry Meadow with 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, inspects his M777 Howitzer to ensure the gun is safe to fire during the Artillery Relocation Training Program in Hokkaido, Japan, Oct. 9, 2019. The program provides 12th Marine Regiment with essential live fire training in different regions of Japan to increase combat readiness and support the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kolby Leger) click here for more photos

U.S. Marines conduct field training during Fuji Viper 20.1

U.S. Marines with 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, hold security during exercise Fuji Viper 20.1 on Camp Fuji, Japan, Oct. 10, 2019. Fuji Viper is a regularly scheduled training evolution for infantry units units assigned to 3rd Marine Division as part of the unit deployment program. The training allows units to maintain their lethality and proficiency in infantry and combined arms tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Timothy Hernandez) click here for more photos

Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force general visit 12th Marine Regiment

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Maj. Gen. Hiroaki Nakamura, commanding general of 15th Brigade, JGSDF, greets Chief Warrant Officer 2 Daniel Steiner with 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 8, 2019. 12th Marine Regiment and 15th Brigade met to build upon previous interactions and strengthen their partnership and cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. D’Angelo Yanez) click her for more photos

U.S. Marines conduct MOUT training during Fuji Viper 20.1

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Fred Nyema leads his team to the next building during military operations in urban terrain training as part of exercise Fuji Viper 20.1 on Camp Fuji, Japan, October 7, 2019. Fuji Viper is a regularly scheduled training evolution for infantry units units assigned to 3rd Marine Division as part of the unit deployment program. The training allows units to maintain their lethality and proficiency in infantry and combined arms tactics. Nyema is assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, and a native of Trenton, N.J. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Timothy Hernandez) click here for more photos

Maj. Enrique Rivera in conversation with an organization representative during the Caltrap Kick-Off event hosted by 3rd Marine Division, on Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, October 2, 2019. The "Caltrap Kickoff" was open to all Marines, Sailors, and families, set up to display organizations and resources available to service members and families of 3rd Marine Division. Service members and families were also able to meet with the Division leadership, command teams and other units within 3rd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Brandon Salas) click here for more photos

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U.S. Marines, Sailors and members of the MAF participate in exercise Tiger Strike 2019 By Cpl. Josue Marquez | October 4, 2019 BLUE BEACH, Malaysia – U.S. Marines and Sailors with 3rd Marine Division and members of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) participate in exercise Tiger Strike 2019 at Blue Beach, Malaysia, from Sept. 30 to Oct. 4, 2019. MORE

Thunder and Steel By Lance Cpl. Kolby Leger | October 4, 2019 OKINAWA, Japan—A U.S. Marine Regiment originally born in China, now based out of Japan, celebrates its 92nd anniversary by rededicating its Battle Colors. MORE

Lost at Sea By Cpl. Brandon Salas | October 2, 2019 WHITE BEACH, OKINAWA, Japan-- Marines and Sailors with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, worked with Okinawan military contractors to salvage a lost anchor off shore of White Beach, Okinawa, Japan, September 26, 2019. MORE

Malaysian, US militaries partner for exercise Tiger Strike 19 By Courtesy Story | September 30, 2019 LAHAD DATU, Malaysia – Members of the United States military and Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) come together for several days of training onboard the USS Green Bay (LPD-20), on the beach, and in the jungle during the bilateral exercise Tiger Strike 19 in Malaysia from Sept. 30-Oct. 5, 2019. MORE

2019 Thunder FTX By Cpl. Esgar Rojas | September 19, 2019 OKINAWA, Japan - U.S. Marines with 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, practiced a command and control during exercise, Thunder Field Training Exercise, aboard Camp Hansen’s Central Training Area on Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 18, 2019. MORE

U.S. and Philippines Conduct Assault Amphibious Vehicle Subject Matter Expert Exchange By Lance Cpl. Jacob Hancock | September 6, 2019 Subic Bay, September 6, 2019 — U.S. Marines from the 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, conducted an Assault Amphibious Vehicle subject matter expert exchange with the Philippine Marine Corps and Navy in order to further develop a shared understanding of amphibious operations. The exchange was conducted in preparation for the annual bilateral military exercise Kamandag 3. MORE

3d Marine Division Leaders

Major 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.