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U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Justin A. Tueros, left, and Pfc. Jeremiah R. Wallace, right, students assigned to the Center of Naval Aviation Technical Training, take a water break during a Habitat for Humanity event in New Bern, North Carolina, Oct. 22, 2019. The Single Marine program (SMP) helps the air station maintain a strong relationship with the surrounding communities by offering volunteer events for service members to help rebuild and give back. The primary goal of the SMP is to maintain and improve the quality of life on base for Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Justin A. Tueros, left, and Pfc. Jeremiah R. Wallace, right, students assigned to the Center of Naval Aviation Technical Training, take a water break during a Habitat for Humanity event in New Bern, North Carolina, Oct. 22, 2019. The Single Marine program (SMP) helps the air station maintain a strong relationship with the surrounding communities by offering volunteer events for service members to help rebuild and give back. The primary goal of the SMP is to maintain and improve the quality of life on base for Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

Photo by Sgt. Christian Lopez

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Donatien Lake , an aviation operations specialist assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, prepares a waterproofing solution during a Single Marine Program (SMP) volunteer event at Fort Macon State Park, North Carolina, Sept. 27, 2019. The SMP fosters personal and professional growth in single Marines and Sailors through quality of life advocacy and recreational activities. Throughout the year, the SMP hosts several events for Marines and Sailors to attend such as Rocktoberfest, Autocross and Trunk or Treat. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Donatien Lake , an aviation operations specialist assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, prepares a waterproofing solution during a Single Marine Program (SMP) volunteer event at Fort Macon State Park, North Carolina, Sept. 27, 2019. The SMP fosters personal and professional growth in single Marines and Sailors through quality of life advocacy and recreational activities. Throughout the year, the SMP hosts several events for Marines and Sailors to attend such as Rocktoberfest, Autocross and Trunk or Treat. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

Photo by Sgt. Christian Lopez

Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Marines apply a waterproofing solution to a wooden bridge during a Single Marine Program (SMP) volunteer event at Fort Macon State Park, North Carolina, Sept. 27, 2019. The program helps the air station maintain a strong relationship with the surrounding communities by offering volunteer events for service members to help rebuild and give back. The primary goal of the SMP is to maintain and improve the quality of life on base for Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Marines apply a waterproofing solution to a wooden bridge during a Single Marine Program (SMP) volunteer event at Fort Macon State Park, North Carolina, Sept. 27, 2019. The program helps the air station maintain a strong relationship with the surrounding communities by offering volunteer events for service members to help rebuild and give back. The primary goal of the SMP is to maintain and improve the quality of life on base for Marines and Sailors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

Photo by Sgt. Christian Lopez

The Culver family poses with Santa Claus during a tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. Families got the opportunity to meet Santa in person, tell him what they want for Christmas, and to take a group photo to remember the moment. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

The Culver family poses with Santa Claus during a tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. Families got the opportunity to meet Santa in person, tell him what they want for Christmas, and to take a group photo to remember the moment. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

The Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Christmas tree shines bright after the annual tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. The ceremony featured free cookies and hot chocolate, raffles, a gingerbread decorating station, and the opportunity to meet the one and only Santa Claus. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

The Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Christmas tree shines bright after the annual tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. The ceremony featured free cookies and hot chocolate, raffles, a gingerbread decorating station, and the opportunity to meet the one and only Santa Claus. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Members of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing party band get down with the music during an annual tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. The ceremony featured free cookies and hot chocolate, raffles, a gingerbread decorating station, and the opportunity to meet the one and only, Santa Claus. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Members of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing party band get down with the music during an annual tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. The ceremony featured free cookies and hot chocolate, raffles, a gingerbread decorating station, and the opportunity to meet the one and only, Santa Claus. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Na’ilah, 3, drops a letter off to be mailed to Santa Claus during a tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. Families got the opportunity to meet Santa in person, tell him what they want for Christmas, and take group photos to remember the moment. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Na’ilah, 3, drops a letter off to be mailed to Santa Claus during a tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. Families got the opportunity to meet Santa in person, tell him what they want for Christmas, and take group photos to remember the moment. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Santa Claus waves to the crowd during a surprise visit to an annual tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. Santa stopped by at the last second to surprise the crowd and to get a chance to hear what members of the audience wanted for Christmas. This event was held at the Two Rivers Theater and Event Center on MCAS Cherry Point. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Santa Claus waves to the crowd during a surprise visit to an annual tree lighting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. Santa stopped by at the last second to surprise the crowd and to get a chance to hear what members of the audience wanted for Christmas. This event was held at the Two Rivers Theater and Event Center on MCAS Cherry Point. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, enters a prize raffle during an annual tree lighting ceremony at MCAS Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. The ceremony featured free cookies and hot chocolate, live music, a gingerbread decorating station, and the opportunity to meet the one and only Santa Claus. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, enters a prize raffle during an annual tree lighting ceremony at MCAS Cherry Point, Dec. 5, 2019. This event is held annually by Marine Corps Community Services. The ceremony featured free cookies and hot chocolate, live music, a gingerbread decorating station, and the opportunity to meet the one and only Santa Claus. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mark Young, a small arms technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, cleans rifle parts at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2019. Small arms technicians help keep the Marine Corps in fighting condition by servicing weapons. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mark Young, a small arms technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, cleans rifle parts at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2019. Small arms technicians help keep the Marine Corps in fighting condition by servicing weapons. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mark Young, a small arms technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, cleans a M9 service pistol at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 13, 2019. Young came to MCAS Cherry Point after graduating from his military occupational field located at Fort Lee, Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mark Young, a small arms technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, cleans a M9 service pistol at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 13, 2019. Young came to MCAS Cherry Point after graduating from his military occupational field located at Fort Lee, Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. James Roelofs II, left, and Lance Cpl. Mark Young, both small arms technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, pose for a photo through the armory window at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 13, 2019. Small arms technicians help keep the Marine Corps a world premiere fighting force by ensuring Marines always have functional weapons by their side. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. James Roelofs II, left, and Lance Cpl. Mark Young, both small arms technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, pose for a photo through the armory window at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 13, 2019. Small arms technicians help keep the Marine Corps a world premiere fighting force by ensuring Marines always have functional weapons by their side. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mark Young, a small arms technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, carries a rifle out from the racks before performing maintenance at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2019. Small arms technicians help keep the Marine Corps in fighting condition by servicing weapons. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mark Young, a small arms technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, carries a rifle out from the racks before performing maintenance at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 2, 2019. Small arms technicians help keep the Marine Corps in fighting condition by servicing weapons. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mark Young, a small arms technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, services a rifle at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 13, 2019. Young came to MCAS Cherry Point after graduating from his military occupational field located at Fort Lee, Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mark Young, a small arms technician assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, services a rifle at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 13, 2019. Young came to MCAS Cherry Point after graduating from his military occupational field located at Fort Lee, Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Marines participate in the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew King)

Marines participate in the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew King)

Photo by Cpl. Andrew King

Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general, gives a motivational speech to Marines after the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general, gives a motivational speech to Marines after the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Marines participate in the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cody Rowe)

Marines participate in the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cody Rowe)

Photo by Cpl. Cody Rowe

Marines motivate each other during the the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew King)

Marines motivate each other during the the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew King)

Photo by Cpl. Andrew King

Marines prepare for morning colors before the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Marines prepare for morning colors before the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram

Marines stand with their unit’s guide-ons after the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Tylor Camfield)

Marines stand with their unit’s guide-ons after the annual Marine Corps Birthday Run on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 22, 2019. The 3-mile run was held to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday and build unit cohesion. The run concluded with a motivational speech by Maj. Gen. Karsten Heckl, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Tylor Camfield)

Photo by Sgt. Tylor Camfield