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24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

Mission

The 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit is a Marine Air-Ground Task Force that provides strategic speed and agility, ensuring our Marines are forward deployed and prepared to respond and protect U.S. national security interests around the globe. The Marine Expeditionary Unit can respond faster from longer ranges with greater capabilities across the range of military operations.

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Cpl. Ju’Ron Smith Jr. poses for a portrait at the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit command post

Cpl. Ju'Ron Smith, data administrator assigned to the 24th MEU

U.S. Marines assigned to Task Force 61 pose for a group photo at Naval Support Activity, Naples, Italy

Task Force 61

24th MEU departs for Naval Amphibious Forces Europe (Task Force 61)

24th MEU departs for Naval Amphibious Forces Europe (Task Force 61)

U.S. Marines assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in a Combat Fitness Test (CFT)

Readiness: Combat Fitness Test (CFT)

U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and guests attend the Marine Corps Ball in Greenville, North Carolina

247th Marine Corps Birthday Ball

U.S. Marines with 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit take part in underwater egress training (UET) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

MEU Marines prepare for '24 deployment with UET training

RP2 Victor Rosario, religious program specialist of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), loads food into a van for delivery at a community relations event in Jacksonville, N.C.

24th MEU Marines volunteer with CHEW

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the USS Bataan (LHD 5) as well as other members of military and government organizations pose for a picture after conducting a 9/11 Freedom Run during Fleet Week New York 22.

24th MEU Marines at Fleet Week New York 2022

U.S. Marines assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct a unit physical training (PT) competition on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

24th MEU Unit PT

A Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipman fast-ropes from a rappel tower at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

NROTC Midshipmen Summer Training

Cpl. Matthew Maloney is a Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

Sharpening the tip of the spear

Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Morgan Little with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), instructs a Combat Life Saver (CLS) course on Camp Lejeune.

24th MEU Combat Life Saver Course

Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipmen prepare to board an MV-22B Osprey for an air insert exercise during their Summer Training Program at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.

NROTC Summer Training Program

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – The Marine Corps is a melting pot of individuals who come from all different lifestyles, cultures, and corners of the globe. Marines come together around shared values of honor, courage, and commitment. Cpl. Ju’Ron B. Smith Jr., a Data Administrator assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, brought to his Marine Corps a desire to lead and a passion for service.

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NAPLES, Italy — Marines and Sailors from II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF), led by Col. Ryan Hoyle, commanding officer of 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU), arrived in Naples, Italy as the third iteration of II MEF’s support to Task Force 61 Naval Amphibious Force Europe (TF-61), Jan. 23, 2023.

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C — Marines and Sailors from 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) have deployed in support of U.S. Sixth Fleet, Task Force 61 Naval Amphibious Forces Europe (TF-61) to continue the integration of command and control of deployed Navy and Marine Corps amphibious forces.

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The Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) commenced bi-lateral theater amphibious combat rehearsal (TACR) training alongside U.S. Marines and Sailors from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) in Tabuk, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, June 7.

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CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – The Marine Corps is a melting pot of individuals who come from all different lifestyles, cultures, and corners of the globe. Marines come together around shared values of honor, courage, and commitment. Cpl. Ju’Ron B. Smith Jr., a Data Administrator assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, brought to his Marine Corps a desire to lead and a passion for service.

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NAPLES, Italy — Marines and Sailors from II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF), led by Col. Ryan Hoyle, commanding officer of 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU), arrived in Naples, Italy as the third iteration of II MEF’s support to Task Force 61 Naval Amphibious Force Europe (TF-61), Jan. 23, 2023.

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C — Marines and Sailors from 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) have deployed in support of U.S. Sixth Fleet, Task Force 61 Naval Amphibious Forces Europe (TF-61) to continue the integration of command and control of deployed Navy and Marine Corps amphibious forces.

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The Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) commenced bi-lateral theater amphibious combat rehearsal (TACR) training alongside U.S. Marines and Sailors from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) in Tabuk, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, June 7.

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LAR Company, 24th MEU (SOC) LAV Deck Shoot

24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

Aug. 26, 2024 | 1:07

LAR Company, 24th MEU (SOC) LAV Deck Shoot

24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

Aug. 26, 2024 | 1:07

LAR Company, 24th MEU (SOC) LAV Deck Shoot

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LAR Company, 24th MEU (SOC) LAV Deck Shoot

U.S. Marines with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct a live-fire deck shoot utilizing Light Armored Vehicle 25s aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 26, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Aug. 26, 2024

1:07

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MSPF, 24th MEU (SOC) Low Light Deck Shoot

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MSPF, 24th MEU (SOC) Low Light Deck Shoot

U.S. Marines with Maritime Special Purpose Force, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct a low light deck shoot aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp(LHD 1) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 27, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Aug. 26, 2024

2:58

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24th MEU (SOC) Helicopter Support Team Operations

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24th MEU (SOC) Helicopter Support Team Operations

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), and Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct day and night helicopter support team operations aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 19, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Victoria Hutt)

Aug. 19, 2024

8:45

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24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

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MSPF, 24th MEU (SOC) Island Raid Exercise at NSA Souda Bay, Greee

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MSPF, 24th MEU (SOC) Island Raid Exercise at NSA Souda Bay, Greee

U.S. Marines with Maritime Special Purpose Force, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct a simulated raid on Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, July 25th, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Aug. 4, 2024

1:16

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24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

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MSPF, 24th MEU (SOC) VBSS Exercise at NSA Souda Bay, Greece

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MSPF, 24th MEU (SOC) VBSS Exercise at NSA Souda Bay, Greece

U.S. Marines with Maritime Special Purpose Force, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct visit, board, search, and seizure training on Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, July 25, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Aug. 4, 2024

1:00

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24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

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MSPF, 24th MEU (SOC) VBSS Training at NSA Souda Bay, Greece

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MSPF, 24th MEU (SOC) VBSS Training at NSA Souda Bay, Greece

U.S. Marines with Maritime Special Purpose Force, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), conduct visit, board, search, and seizure training on Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, July 25, 2024. The Wasp (WSP) Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th MEU (SOC) are conducting operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa area of operations on a scheduled deployment. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Elton Taylor)

Aug. 4, 2024

3:42

https://www.dvidshub.net/video/embed/932949

https://www.dvidshub.net/video/932949/mspf-24th-meu-soc-vbss-training-nsa-souda-bay-greece

24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

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Leaders

Colonel Todd E. Mahar

Commanding Officer

Colonel Mahar assumed command of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit on 26 June 2023.

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Lieutenant Colonel Adam Coker

Executive Officer

Lieutenant Colonel Coker is a native of West Columbia, SC. In 1997 he enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserves.

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Sergeant Major Jared Game

Sergeant Major

Sergeant Major Game enlisted in the Marine Corps December 1996 and reported to Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, California for recruit training in January 1997. Private First Class Game then attended Marine Combat Training at Camp Pendleton, California. He then reported to HMT-302 FREST, New River, North Carolina, where he earned the MOS of 6132 Helicopter Dynamic Component Mechanic.

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