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Students from Yuma Lutheran School and Desert Sonora Elementary School visit Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, Ariz., May 9, 2019. The students observed a demonstration of a military working dog, Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) techniques, and the Marine Corps Obstacle Course. They were also able to see various static displays ranging from a Search and Rescue (SAR) helicopter to a AV-8B Harrier. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sabrina Candiaflores) - Students from Yuma Lutheran School and Desert Sonora Elementary School visit Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, Ariz., May 9, 2019. The students observed a demonstration of a military working dog, Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) techniques, and the Marine Corps Obstacle Course. They were also able to see various static displays ranging from a Search and Rescue (SAR) helicopter to a AV-8B Harrier. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sabrina Candiaflores)

U.S. Marines stationed at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, conduct their annual Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (CBRN) training at MCAS Yuma, Ariz. Gas Chamber May 9, 2019. The gas chamber is a controlled environment in which a non-lethal gas is released, this trains Marines to have confidence in their gear and become familiar with the M50 Gas Mask and the effects of the gas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. John Hall) - U.S. Marines stationed at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, conduct their annual Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (CBRN) training at MCAS Yuma, Ariz. Gas Chamber May 9, 2019. The gas chamber is a controlled environment in which a non-lethal gas is released, this trains Marines to have confidence in their gear and become familiar with the M50 Gas Mask and the effects of the gas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. John Hall)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, conduct the pull-up portion of the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Ariz., May 8, 2019. The PFT is an annual requirement for all Marines, and consists of pull-ups, crunches, and a 3 mile run. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano) - U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, conduct the pull-up portion of the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Ariz., May 8, 2019. The PFT is an annual requirement for all Marines, and consists of pull-ups, crunches, and a 3 mile run. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano)

Richard Cerka, a Conservation Law Enforcement Officer with Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, poses for a portrait style photo on ranges owned by MCAS Yuma, May 8, 2019. The Conservation staff is responsible for all areas of wildlife management and recreation on all 1.2 million acres of MCAS Yuma ranges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. John Hall) - Richard Cerka, a Conservation Law Enforcement Officer with Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, poses for a portrait style photo on ranges owned by MCAS Yuma, May 8, 2019. The Conservation staff is responsible for all areas of wildlife management and recreation on all 1.2 million acres of MCAS Yuma ranges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. John Hall)

U.S. Marines stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma practice conducting Sword Manual and drill as part of their corporals course curriculum at MCAS Yuma Ariz., May 7, 2019. Corporals Course is a leadership class designed to teach Marines the fundamentals of being a noncommissioned officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano) - U.S. Marines stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma practice conducting Sword Manual and drill as part of their corporals course curriculum at MCAS Yuma Ariz., May 7, 2019. Corporals Course is a leadership class designed to teach Marines the fundamentals of being a noncommissioned officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano)

U.S. Marines attached to the Legal Service Support Detachment (LSSD) throughout Marine Corps Installations West (MCIWEST), participate in an annual softball tournament on Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, May 3, 2019. The MCIWEST tournament is held annually to build camaraderie throughout the West Coast LSSD. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz) - U.S. Marines attached to the Legal Service Support Detachment (LSSD) throughout Marine Corps Installations West (MCIWEST), participate in an annual softball tournament on Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, May 3, 2019. The MCIWEST tournament is held annually to build camaraderie throughout the West Coast LSSD. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Mickaella C. Nugent, Special Reaction Team Leader poses for a portrait photo after winning the Marine Corps Installations West Meritorious Sergeant Board on Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., May 3, 2019. "I am honored and grateful to have gained the rank of Sergeant meritoriously, I am indebted to my command for providing me with the opportunities to improve myself both as a Marine and individual." Explained Nugent. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz) - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Mickaella C. Nugent, Special Reaction Team Leader poses for a portrait photo after winning the Marine Corps Installations West Meritorious Sergeant Board on Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., May 3, 2019. "I am honored and grateful to have gained the rank of Sergeant meritoriously, I am indebted to my command for providing me with the opportunities to improve myself both as a Marine and individual." Explained Nugent. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

U.S. Marines with Communications Squadron 28, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point conduct physical training at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Ariz., May 2, 2019. U.S. Marines stay in shape by training their bodies and minds during vigorous physical activities to ensure combat readiness at all times. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano) - U.S. Marines with Communications Squadron 28, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point conduct physical training at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Ariz., May 2, 2019. U.S. Marines stay in shape by training their bodies and minds during vigorous physical activities to ensure combat readiness at all times. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano)

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 274 clean and return their gear to the Individual Issue Facility at the end of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-19 on Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Ariz., May 2, 2019. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. WTI also provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano) - U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 274 clean and return their gear to the Individual Issue Facility at the end of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-19 on Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Ariz., May 2, 2019. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. WTI also provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano)

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma Headquarters & Headquarters Squadron (H&HS) receive their blood stripes during a Blood Stripe Ceremony at MCAS Yuma Ariz., May 1, 2019. The blood stripe honors the blood that was shed by Marine officers and noncommissioned officers (NCO) during the Battle of Chapultepec in 1847. The blood stripes are worn on the trousers of NCOs Staff NCOs, and officers in remembrance of those who courageously fought in the battle. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano) - U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma Headquarters & Headquarters Squadron (H&HS) receive their blood stripes during a Blood Stripe Ceremony at MCAS Yuma Ariz., May 1, 2019. The blood stripe honors the blood that was shed by Marine officers and noncommissioned officers (NCO) during the Battle of Chapultepec in 1847. The blood stripes are worn on the trousers of NCOs Staff NCOs, and officers in remembrance of those who courageously fought in the battle. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano)