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U.S. Marines attending the Basic Motor Transportation Course, load and unload shipping containers during a practical application exercise at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. Marines attending this course are being trained to be safe and efficient Basic Motor Transportation Operators. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler Pender)

U.S. Marines attending the Basic Motor Transportation Course, load and unload shipping containers during a practical application exercise at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. Marines attending this course are being trained to be safe and efficient Basic Motor Transportation Operators. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler Pender)

Photo by Cpl. Laura Mercado

Gen. David Berger, 38th Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps, talks with Marines with the Motor Transport Instruction Company during his visit to Fort Leonard Wood. (Photo Credit: Photo by Melissa Buckley, Fort Leonard Wood Public Affairs Office)

Gen. David Berger, 38th Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps, talks with Marines with the Motor Transport Instruction Company during his visit to Fort Leonard Wood. (Photo Credit: Photo by Melissa Buckley, Fort Leonard Wood Public Affairs Office)

Photo by Melissa Buckley

Daniel Sanchez, right, an amateur fighter with 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu, has his hand raised during an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Daniel Sanchez, right, an amateur fighter with 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu, has his hand raised during an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

Amateur fighters participate in an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Amateur fighters participate in an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

Amateur fighters participate in an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Amateur fighters participate in an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

An amateur fighter participates in an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

An amateur fighter participates in an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

Daniel Sanchez, an amateur fighter with 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu, participates in an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Daniel Sanchez, an amateur fighter with 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu, participates in an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

Moises Oslin, right, an amateur fighter with Team Overtime, kicks his opponent during an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Moises Oslin, right, an amateur fighter with Team Overtime, kicks his opponent during an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

Aidan Salazar, an amateur fighter with Xtreme Couture, prepares for an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Aidan Salazar, an amateur fighter with Xtreme Couture, prepares for an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

Mike Hart, left, a ring announcer, and Benson Henderson, the guest of honor and former professional mixed martial artist, deliver remarks during an MMA Fight held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Mike Hart, left, a ring announcer, and Benson Henderson, the guest of honor and former professional mixed martial artist, deliver remarks during an MMA Fight held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Patrick Byrne (center), the Commanding Officer of School of Infantry-West and Sergeant Major Damian Rodriguez (right), the Sergeant Major of School of Infantry-West, are presented with a championship belt during a Mixed Martial Arts Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California on March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Patrick Byrne (center), the Commanding Officer of School of Infantry-West and Sergeant Major Damian Rodriguez (right), the Sergeant Major of School of Infantry-West, are presented with a championship belt during a Mixed Martial Arts Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California on March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

U.S. Marines and guests attend an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

U.S. Marines and guests attend an MMA Fight Night held at the School of Infantry-West parade deck at Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, California, March 15, 2024. The MMA Fight Night consisted of amateur fighters going head-to-head in eight sanctioned bouts. This event was coordinated by Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton to promote base cohesion, increase morale, provide entertainment, and to prioritize quality of life for Marines, Sailors, and families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

Winners of the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards pose for a group photo with U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps and Sergeant Major. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the U.S. Marine Corps, at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines for their exceptional performance in various special duty assignments from around the world. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

Winners of the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards pose for a group photo with U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps and Sergeant Major. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the U.S. Marine Corps, at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines for their exceptional performance in various special duty assignments from around the world. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

Photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes

U.S. Marines stand at attention for the Marines’ Hymn during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. . The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

U.S. Marines stand at attention for the Marines’ Hymn during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. . The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

Photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, left, awards Gunnery Sergeant. Russel M. Regehr, a Combat Instructor with the School of Infantry-West, as the Runner-Up Combat Instructor of the Year during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, left, awards Gunnery Sergeant. Russel M. Regehr, a Combat Instructor with the School of Infantry-West, as the Runner-Up Combat Instructor of the Year during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

Photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

Photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024.The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024.The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

Photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Base Quantico Color Guard present the colors during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Base Quantico Color Guard present the colors during the Fiscal Year 2023 Commandant’s Combined Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2024. The ceremony recognized and awarded eight Marines with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for their exceptional performance in their respective special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)

Photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Marshalee Clarke, commanding officer of Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools, turns on lights wrapped around a Christmas tree during a tree lighting ceremony at Camp Gilbert H. Johnson, North Carolina, Dec. 1, 2023. MCCSSS hosted a tree lighting ceremony to allow students, staff, and families to experience the holiday season as a community and spread holiday cheer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Candiani)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Marshalee Clarke, commanding officer of Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools, turns on lights wrapped around a Christmas tree during a tree lighting ceremony at Camp Gilbert H. Johnson, North Carolina, Dec. 1, 2023. MCCSSS hosted a tree lighting ceremony to allow students, staff, and families to experience the holiday season as a community and spread holiday cheer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Candiani)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Candiani

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Amber Coleman, commanding officer of Logistics Operations School, right, cuts a birthday cake during a ceremony on Camp Gilbert H. Johnson, North Carolina, Nov. 8, 2023. Marines with LOS gathered to celebrate the 248th birthday of the Marine Corps with a traditional ball and cake-cutting ceremony. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kaylee Compton)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Amber Coleman, commanding officer of Logistics Operations School, right, cuts a birthday cake during a ceremony on Camp Gilbert H. Johnson, North Carolina, Nov. 8, 2023. Marines with LOS gathered to celebrate the 248th birthday of the Marine Corps with a traditional ball and cake-cutting ceremony. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kaylee Compton)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kaylee Compton