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An F/A-18C assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 112 (VMFA-112), 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, takes fuel from a KC-130J with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 234 (VMGR-234), 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, while their wingman stays off the wing of KC-130 during Exercise UNITAS LXV over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Chile, Sept. 7, 2024. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since it was first conducted in 1960. This year marks the 65th iteration of the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Kilpatrick)

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Lindholm, an aircrewman with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 234 (VMGR-234), 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, watches as the refueling hose and basket retracts back into the pod during Exercise UNITAS LXV over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Chile, Sept. 7, 2024. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since it was first conducted in 1960. This year marks the 65th iteration of the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Kilpatrick)

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Natalia Ridenour, an egress mechanic with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 112 (VMFA-112), 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, services a liquid oxygen converter before flight operations during Exercise UNITAS LXV in Santiago, Chile, Sept. 7, 2024. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since it was first conducted in 1960. This year marks the 65th iteration of the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Kilpatrick)

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Armada de Chile, Cuerpo de Infanteria de Marina, Sergento Secundo (Chilean Marine Corps Sergeant) Rudy Apiolaza introduces himself to U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, while meeting his American counterparts at Destacamento de Infanteria Marina Number 4 (Chilean Marine Detachment Number 4) “Cochrane”, Chile, during exercise UNITAS LXV, Sep. 2, 2024. The Marines split into two integrated teams led by Chilean officers and U.S. staff-noncommissioned officers during the exercise to facilitate the bilateral training and lateral knowledge exchanges that will occur between nations. The Marines split into two integrated teams led by Chilean officers and U.S. staff-noncommissioned officers during the exercise to facilitate the bilateral training and lateral knowledge exchanges that will occur between nations. UNITAS focuses on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gabriel Durand)

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U.S. and Chilean Marines introduce themselves at Destacamento de Infanteria Marina Number 4 (Chilean Marine Detachment Number 4) “Cochrane”,, Chile, during exercise UNITAS LXV, Sep. 2, 2024. The Marines split into two integrated teams led by Chilean officers and U.S. staff-noncommissioned officers during the exercise to facilitate the bilateral training and lateral knowledge exchanges that will occur between nations. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gabriel Durand)

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U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Benjamin Bosse, a weapons company platoon commander with 1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, meets with Chilean marine leadership at Destacamento de Infanteria Marina Number 4 (Chilean Marine Detachment Number 4) “Cochrane”,, Chile, during exercise UNITAS LXV, Sep. 2, 2024. The Marines split into two integrated teams led by Chilean officers and U.S. staff-noncommissioned officers during the exercise to facilitate the bilateral training and lateral knowledge exchanges that will occur between nations. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gabriel Durand)

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U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, and Chilean Marines fall into formation at Destacamento de Infanteria Marina Number 4 (Chilean Marine Detachment Number 4) “Cochrane”, Chile, during exercise UNITAS LXV, Sep. 2, 2024. The marines split into two integrated teams during the exercise to facilitate the bilateral training. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gabriel Durand)

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U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, and Chilean Marines fall into formation at Destacamento de Infanteria Marina Number 4 (Chilean Marine Detachment Number 4) “Cochrane”, Chile, during exercise UNITAS LXV, Sep. 2, 2024. The Marines split into two integrated teams led by Chilean officers and U.S. staff-noncommissioned officers during the exercise to facilitate the bilateral training and lateral knowledge exchanges that will occur between nations. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gabriel Durand)

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U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Pablo Sauli, an infantry unit leader and part of a personnel exchange program in Chile, coordinates the integration of troops in English and Spanish at Destacamento de Infanteria Marina Number 4 (Chilean Marine Detachment Number 4) “Cochrane”, Chile, during exercise UNITAS LXV, Sep. 2, 2024. The Marines split into two integrated teams led by Chilean officers and U.S. staff-noncommissioned officers during the exercise to facilitate the bilateral training and lateral knowledge exchanges that will occur between nations. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gabriel Durand)

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U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, and Chilean Marines fall into formation at Destacamento de Infanteria Marina Number 4 (Chilean Marine Detachment Number 4) “Cochrane”, Chile, during exercise UNITAS LXV, Sep. 2, 2024. The Marines split into two integrated teams led by Chilean officers and U.S. staff-noncommissioned officers during the exercise to facilitate the bilateral training and lateral knowledge exchanges that will occur between nations. UNITAS is the world’s longest running annual multinational maritime exercise that brings together forces from 25 countries to include Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, South Korea, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom, United States, and Uruguay. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gabriel Durand)

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Armada de Chile Contraalmirante (Chilean Navy Rear Admiral) Jorge Keitel, (middle), U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. John K. Jarrard, commanding general, 4th Marine Division (left), Brig. Gen. Omar J. Randall, deputy commander, Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South (right) speak during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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Armada de Chile, Infanteria de Marina, Contraalmirante (Chilean Navy Admiral) Jorge Keitel, (middle), U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. John K. Jarrard, commanding general, 4th Marine Division (left), Brig. Gen. Omar J. Randall, deputy commander, Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South (right) speak during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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U.S. Marines, Navy sailors, and partner nations listen to opening remarks during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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A Chilean flag waves during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. UNITAS, taking place in Chile this year, is the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise that focuses on enhancing interoperability among multiple nations and joint forces during littoral and amphibious operations in order to build on existing regional partnerships and create new enduring relationships that promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the U.S. Southern Command’s area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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Armada de Chile, Infanteria de Marina, Vicealmirante (Chilean Navy Rear Rear Admiral) Claudio Maldonado, (left) and U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Richard S. Lofgren, Vice Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet (right), salute while the Chilean Naval Band plays during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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Armada de Chile, Vicealmirante (Chilean Navy Vice Admiral) Claudio Maldonado, (left) and U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Richard S. Lofgren, Vice Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet (right), salute during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. UNITAS, taking place in Chile this year, is the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise that focuses on enhancing interoperability among multiple nations and joint forces during littoral and amphibious operations in order to build on existing regional partnerships and create new enduring relationships that promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the U.S. Southern Command’s area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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Armada de Chile, Navy General Staff Comodoro (Chilean Navy Rear Admiral) Edgardo Acevedo Perez, (middle), U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Richard S. Lofgren, Vice Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet (left), and U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Omar J. Randall, deputy commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South (right) speak during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. John K. Jarrard, commanding general of 4th Marine Division, speaks to guests during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. UNITAS, taking place in Chile this year, is the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise that focuses on enhancing interoperability among multiple nations and joint forces during littoral and amphibious operations in order to build on existing regional partnerships and create new enduring relationships that promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the U.S. Southern Command’s area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Omar J. Randall, deputy commander, Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, speaks to guests during the opening ceremony for Exercise UNITAS LXV aboard LSDH 91 “Sargento Aldea”, Chile, Sep. 2, 2024. The ceremony kicked off the 65th annual UNITAS where 25 nations will train together to strengthen partnerships and interoperability. By working together with allies and partners, Marines amass the greatest possible strength for the long-term advancement of their interests, maintaining favorable balances of power that deter aggression and support the stability that supports economic growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Diaz)

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