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U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 13, Combat Logistics Regiment 17, 1st Marine Logistics Group, execute the deconstruction phase of the Peleliu Civic Center restoration project on Peleliu, Republic of Palau, July 1, 2024 - U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 13, Combat Logistics Regiment 17, 1st Marine Logistics Group, execute the deconstruction phase of the Peleliu Civic Center restoration project on Peleliu, Republic of Palau, July 1, 2024, an effort to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Peleliu. Koa Moana’s deployment throughout the Indo-Pacific region, U.S. Marines and Sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force, work to strengthen alliances and partnerships with development of interoperable capabilities, combined operations, theater security cooperation, and capacity-building efforts. Exercises like Koa Moana administer 1st MLG to tackle complex challenges by fostering collaboration among bold thinkers and employing creative methods to optimize prepositioning, enhance sustainment and distribution networks, and bolster readiness in distributed environments such as Palau, the Federal States of Micronesia, and Papua New Guinea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brandon Marrero)

Koa Moana 24: U.S. Marines Deepening their Historic Bond with Peleliu through Civic Center Project

PELELIU, Palau – The recent touchdown of the first military fixed-wing aircraft on Peleliu's newly recertified airstrip, now named "Sledge" in homage to a Battle of Peleliu veteran, has captured global attention for its historical significance and collaborative spirit. This milestone, hailed by both military and civilian communities, was spotlighted in a comprehensive CNN report on Sunday, June 30, underscoring its profound historical and modern-day importance.

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U.S. Marine Corps Col. Matthew Mulvey, left, commanding officer of Combat Logistics Regiment 17, 1st Marine Logistics Group, presents a challenge coin to Chief Reklai Raphael Ngirmang, Palau’s paramount high chief, and a retired U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran during exercise Valiant Shield 24 at Koror, Palau, June 17, 2024. Marine Corps leaders participating in Valiant Shield 24 met with Ngirmang on the final day of the exercise to express gratitude for Palau’s support and hospitality. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nello Miele) - U.S. Marine Corps Col. Matthew Mulvey, left, commanding officer of Combat Logistics Regiment 17, 1st Marine Logistics Group, presents a challenge coin to Chief Reklai Raphael Ngirmang, Palau’s paramount high chief, and a retired U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran during exercise Valiant Shield 24 at Koror, Palau, June 17, 2024. Marine Corps leaders participating in Valiant Shield 24 met with Ngirmang on the final day of the exercise to express gratitude for Palau’s support and hospitality. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nello Miele)

Palauan Marine Corps Veteran: Paramount High Chief Reklai, Raphael Ngirmang, Leadership and Legacy

KOROR, Palau – As the U.S. Marines conclude their time during exercise Valiant Shield 24 and transition into exercise Koa Moana 24, key leaders had the honor of meeting with Paramount High Chief Reklai, Raphael Ngirmang. Ngirmang, who has direct access to the President of Palau and advises the Palauan government as Paramount High Chief to ensure the laws respect the cultural boundaries, is a towering figure in Palau's history and a living testament to the spirit of the Marine Corps.

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A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft with 1st Marine Air Wing, lands on a newly designated airstrip on the island of Peleliu, Republic of Palau, June 22, 2024. For the first time since its recertification in June, a military fixed-wing aircraft has touched down on the historic Peleliu airstrip, marking a significant and triumphant return to this iconic World War II site. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hannah Hollerud) - A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft with 1st Marine Air Wing, lands on a newly designated airstrip on the island of Peleliu, Republic of Palau, June 22, 2024. For the first time since its recertification in June, a military fixed-wing aircraft has touched down on the historic Peleliu airstrip, marking a significant and triumphant return to this iconic World War II site. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hannah Hollerud)

First Military Fixed-Wing Aircraft Lands on Peleliu Recertified Airstrip

PELELIU, Palau – For the first time since its recertification in June, a military fixed-wing aircraft has touched down on the historic Peleliu airstrip, marking a significant and triumphant return to this iconic World War II site, on June 22, 2024. This landmark event was made possible by the tireless efforts of the Marine Corps Engineer Detachment Palau (MCED-P) 24.1, comprised of engineers from the 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group.

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Gen. Hiroaki Uchikura, Koku-Jieitai Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Chief of Staff and U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, the Deputy Commander, Pacific Air Forces, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, and the Deputy Theater Air Component Commander to the Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visit Palau National Airport, Airai, Palau, June 14, 2024. The United States and Japan alliance remains postured and ready to ensure the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nello Miele) - Gen. Hiroaki Uchikura, Koku-Jieitai Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Chief of Staff and U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, the Deputy Commander, Pacific Air Forces, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, and the Deputy Theater Air Component Commander to the Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visit Palau National Airport, Airai, Palau, June 14, 2024. The United States and Japan alliance remains postured and ready to ensure the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nello Miele)

U.S. and Japanese Generals Visit Palau, Highlighting Crucial Allyship and Regional Security

AIRAI, Palau – In a significant demonstration of enduring allyship and commitment to regional security, Gen. Hiroaki Uchikura, Chief of Staff of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (Koku-Jieitai), and U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, Deputy Commander of Pacific Air Forces and Deputy Theater Air Component Commander to the Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited U.S. Airmen and Marines operating in Palau on June 14, 2024.

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. - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Christopher J. Parris, and Lance Cpl. Elijah Serrano, both motor transport operators, with Combat Logistics Battalion 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, salute Brig. Gen. Phillip N. Frietze, commanding general, 1st Marine Logistics Group, on Camp Pendleton, California, Mar. 10, 2023. Parris and Serrano were awarded for providing a series of tasks to support lifesaving actions while he personally provided multiple rounds of cardiopulmonary resuscitation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Aldo Sessarego)

1st MLG Marines awarded for providing life-saving care

February 21st started like any typical day in the Marine Corps when members of Alpha Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Combat Logistics Regiment 1 gathered outside their barracks to start P.T.-- their group workout.The day’s workout consisted of a run along a familiar route, shuttle runs, and a train run. Suddenly, in the middle of the train

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Nailey Riviere, a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 15, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, poses for a picture at Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 9, 2022. - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Nailey Riviere, a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 15, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, poses for a picture at Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 9, 2022. Riviere was born in Haiti and her goal was to be a mentor and leader for her junior Marines.

Cpl. Riviere’s Journey to and in the Marine Corps

From helping U.S. Marines at the age of 12 during the Haiti earthquake to joining the U.S. Marine Corps at the age of 21, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Nailey Riviere, a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 15, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, reflects on her journey to joining the Marine Corps.

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Maj. Alisson Weeks is awarded Maj. Megan McClung Leadership Award

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Alisson Weeks, assistant chief of staff for operations at 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, was awarded the Major Megan McClung Leadership Award, July 12, 2022. This award is presented to leaders who demonstrate amazing teamwork, desire to grow, and willingness to adapt to any given situation through leadership. She is greatly appreciative and humbled by the honor of receiving this award.

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Photo - U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Steven Eckenberg, officer in charge of the Network Support Section, 1st Marine Logistics Group, and a native of Wheaton, Illinois, climbs over a wall during the 2022 Iron Mike Challenge at The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, May 7, 2022. Competitors from across the Marine Corps covered a distance of 20 miles, completing multiple physical and core skills challenges along the way. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kedrick Schumacher)

1st Marine Logistics Group team wins 2022 Iron Mike Challenge

1st Marine Logistics Group’s team of six, composed of five Marines and one Sailor, took home the win at the second annual Iron Mike Challenge hosted by The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, May 7, 2022.

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The 1st MLG FFI course increased the Force Fitness Instructor capabilities within 1st MLG - The 1st MLG FFI course increased the Force Fitness Instructor capabilities within 1st MLG and I Marine Expeditionary Force to achieve, maintain, and improve physical performance levels in support of the 1st MLG Peak Performance Order and I MEF Resiliency Order.

1st MLG FFI Course Graduation

The 1st MLG FFI course increased the Force Fitness Instructor capabilities within 1st MLG and I Marine Expeditionary Force to achieve, maintain, and improve physical performance levels in support of the 1st MLG Peak Performance Order and I MEF Resiliency Order.

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U.S. Marines with 1st Transportation Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, pose for a photo at Dixon Lake Park, California, Feb. 5, 2021. Marines participated in a rock climbing event with Crux Wilderness Therapy, a nonprofit organization, to boost unit morale and camaraderie. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kristy Ordonez Maldonado) - U.S. Marines with 1st Transportation Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, pose for a photo at Dixon Lake Park, California, Feb. 5, 2021. Marines participated in a rock climbing event with Crux Wilderness Therapy, a nonprofit organization, to boost unit morale and camaraderie. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kristy Ordonez Maldonado)

Marines with 1st Transportation Battalion Try Rock Climbing

U.S. Marines with 1st Transportation Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, participated in a rock climbing event with Crux Wilderness Therapy to boost unit morale and camaraderie. Crux Wilderness Therapy is a nonprofit organization, providing veterans and their families with sustainable long term strategies for physical and mental health by engaging in outdoor activities.

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