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Post by Ykato on Jun 10, 2013 15:18:21 GMT 12
U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, partner nations to participate in amphibious exercise By Third Fleet and I Marine Expeditionary Force Public Affairs SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- Naval and ground forces from the United States, Canada, Japan and New Zealand will participate in amphibious exercise Dawn Blitz 2013 off the coast of Southern California June 11-28. Dawn Blitz 2013 is a scenario-driven exercise designed to train the Navy and Marine Corps in operations expected of an amphibious task force. The exercise will test staffs in the planning and execution of amphibious operations in a series of live training events. Units from U.S. Third Fleet and I Marine Expeditionary Force will utilize the latest technologies and live exercises to accomplish Dawn Blitz 2013 training objectives. The exercise will involve an amphibious assault, mine operations, live-fire opportunities, and Maritime Propositioning Force (MPF) training and sea-basing operations. This exercise is one of a series of amphibious training events on both coasts of the U.S. that take place annually. Exercises like Dawn Blitz 2013 provide realistic, relevant training necessary for effective global crisis response expected of the Navy and Marine Corps. U.S. Third Fleet leads naval forces in the Eastern Pacific from the West Coast of North America to the International Date Line and provides realistic, relevant training necessary for an effective global Navy. When directed, I MEF deploys and is employed as a Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) in support of Combatant Commander (COCOM) requirements for contingency response or Major Theater War; with appropriate augmentation, serves as the core element of a Joint Task Force (JTF); prepares and deploys combat ready MAGTF's to support COCOM presence and crisis response; and supports service and COCOM initiatives as required. www.navy.mil/submit/display.asp?story_id=73558 |
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Post by Ykato on Jun 15, 2013 20:19:26 GMT 12
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Post by Ykato on Jun 15, 2013 20:52:41 GMT 12
Marines give New Zealand Army house-to-house combat training MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – New Zealand Army soldiers have left a good impression on Marines with their discipline and marksmanship skills and have proven themselves a valuable force to train alongside. Marines conducted a live-fire shoot house at range 216 during Exercise Dawn Blitz 2013 here, June 13. The range was designed to give the New Zealand soldiers a chance to practice their close quarter combat skills to prepare them for future operations. “This really helps both of us,” said Sgt. John Forrest a section leader serving with 1st Battalion, 1st Marines. “Not only are they able to refine their skills and learn tactics from us, but we are also able to take away valuable information from them.” The Marines were given a chance to see how New Zealand soldiers operate in close-quarter combat situations, giving them tips on how to improve their skills and also taking away ideas they could use in their own individual fire teams and squads. The New Zealand soldiers left an impression on the Marines with their skills on the range. “They’re fantastically organized and extremely disciplined and are probably one of the most disciplined foreign units I have been able to work with,” said 1st Lt. Andrew Repco, the commanding officer of Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment. “Their marksmanship is excellent and how they conduct themselves both in garrison and in the field is noteworthy.” The exercise also gave the Marines a chance to see how New Zealand soldiers work, to prepare for future operations. “This training really forces us to hone our skills, and also develop that brother-to-brother relationship that will be necessary to have in any future coalition operations,” said Repco, a native of New Canaan, Conn. 1st Bn. 1st Marines plays a vital role in Dawn Blitz, focusing mainly on training alongside soldiers of the New Zealand and Canadian Army at multiple ranges throughout Camp Pendleton. “We are running them through multiple events including live-fire ranges, indoor shooting houses, and the infantry immersion trainer, giving them a chance to experience the best training we have to offer,“ Repco said. Dawn Blitz 2013 is a scenario-driven exercise designed to test Navy and Marine Corps forces at the Marine Expeditionary Brigade (MEB) and Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) level, while promoting military-to-military cooperation and interoperability with partnered nations. The bond developed during Dawn Blitz and the information learned from both sides is irreplaceable and will play a critical role in future operations, Recpco added. Pics on Link www.dvidshub.net/news/108709/marines-give-new-zealand-army-house-house-combat-training#.UbwrQPkweGU |
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Post by Ykato on Jun 16, 2013 0:13:38 GMT 12
Item to go with above video Marine scout snipers shoot alongside New Zealand, Canadian snipers MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – Shooting from sunrise and through the night, scout snipers with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, and 1st Reconnaissance Bn. shot alongside New Zealand and Canadian Army snipers at Range 108 here during Dawn Blitz 2013, June 12. Dawn Blitz is a scenario-driven exercise designed to test Navy and Marine Corps forces at the Marine Expeditionary Brigade (MEB) and Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) level, while promoting military-to-military cooperation and interoperability with partnered nations. Throughout the day of shooting, the snipers engaged known distance, unknown distance, and one-shot-one-kill targets up to 1,200 meters away. “It’s a great opportunity to shoot with the Canadians and New Zealander’s because it builds proficiency for everyone,” said Staff Sgt. Edward Bruegman, an assistant platoon sergeant serving with 1st Recon Bn. and a native of Denver, Colo. “It makes all of us better marksmen by sharing the tips and tricks each of us have learned over the years.” Shooting side-by-side, the snipers were able to familiarize themselves with each other’s different weapon systems and tactics. “It’s a lot different than just coming out to a range to shoot on our own,” said Cpl. Charlie Wikman, a point man serving with scout sniper platoon, 1st Bn., 1st Marines. “It’s interesting to be able to see their capabilities and the way they train. They use a lot of the same equipment as us so it is easy to communicate differences between shooting styles and things like that. “Our scout sniper schools are a lot different, so being able to compare their type of shooting qualifications as well as stalking and other field craft techniques is a big benefit for us. Sometimes we can develop tunnel vision because we only focus on one or two aspects that only apply to us here in the United States, so shooting with them and seeing the way they perform their duties is a huge eye opener,” added Wikman, a native of Edina, Minn. Through shooting hundreds of rounds and learning about each other’s weapon systems and techniques, the shooters built camaraderie and respect with one another. “It is great being able to learn from each other and to build strong relationships,” said Hamilton, a native of Lorena, Texas. “Building camaraderie between each other makes the experience and the knowledge that we gain out of it that much more long-lasting and impactful.” For the final live-phase of Dawn Blitz 2013, 1st Recon Bn. and 1st Bn., 1st Marines, are slated to continue training alongside other New Zealand and Canadian Army forces during land navigation, live fire ranges, military operations in urban terrain and the infantry immersion trainer. www.dvidshub.net/news/108641/marine-scout-snipers-shoot-alongside-new-zealand-canadian-snipers#.UbxZZ_kweGU |
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Post by Ykato on Jun 17, 2013 19:54:39 GMT 12
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Post by suthg on Jun 17, 2013 20:11:45 GMT 12
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Post by ErrolC on Jun 26, 2013 13:13:06 GMT 12
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