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Nov 17, 2023

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Peter Eltringham, 12th Marine Littoral Regiment Commanding Officer, retires 12th Marines’ unit colors during the redesignation ceremony of 12th Marines to 12th MLR on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 15, 2023. 12th MLR is designed to deploy on short notice, persist inside an engagement area, and degrade an adversary’s decision-making ability. 12th MLR’s forward presence in the first island chain contributes to integrated deterrence efforts and ensures they are postured to quickly respond to a range of crises or contingencies.

CAMERA

Canon EOS R5

LENS

RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

APERTURE

45/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/1000

ISO

100

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R5

LENS

RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

APERTURE

45/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/1000

ISO

100