Pride of the Pacific: Maintenance Abroad

CLB-11 Vehicle Maintenance aboard USS John P. Murtha

190720-M-HB658-1126 ARABIAN GULF (July 20, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Julia Nichols, a motor transportation mechanic with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), performs routine maintenance on a 7-ton truck aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26). The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Donald Holbert)

1st Lt. Michael Vazquez, with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, marches to the center of the flight deck of the USS Harpers Ferry.

Birthday celebration aboard USS Harpers Ferry

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Michael Vazquez, the adjutant for Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), marches to the center of the flight deck of the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), during a ceremony celebrating the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday. The Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU are conducting routine operations as part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the eastern Pacific Ocean.

CLB-11 Vehicle Maintenance aboard USS John P. Murtha

190720-M-HB658-1118 ARABIAN GULF (July 18, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joey Hertz, a motor transportation mechanic with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), troubleshoots electrical issues on a 7-ton truck aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26). The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Donald Holbert)

Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 present colors aboard the USS Harpers Ferry.

Birthday celebration aboard USS Harpers Ferry

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), present colors aboard the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), during a ceremony celebrating the Marine Corps’ 244th birthday. The Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU are conducting routine operations as part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the eastern Pacific Ocean.

CLB-11 Vehicle Maintenance aboard USS John P. Murtha

190720-M-HB658-1147 ARABIAN GULF (July 20, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joey Hertz, a motor transportation mechanic with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), stands in the vehicle stowage area of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) after performing routine vehicle maintenance. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Donald Holbert)

CLB-11 Photos at Naval Air Station North Island.

CLB-11 participates in Evacuation Control Center Exercise

190223-M-QP663-0007 NAVAL AIR STATION NORTH ISLAND, CALIF. (Feb. 23, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Miguel Castillo, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), searches a role player during an evacuation control center exercise. Marines and Sailors with the 11th MEU are conducting routine operations as part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Dublinske)

CLB-11 participates in Evacuation Control Center Exercise

190223-M-QP663-0005 NAVAL AIR STATION NORTH ISLAND, CALIF. (Feb. 23, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Miguel Castillo, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), uses a handheld metal detector to search a role player during an evacuation control center exercise. Marines and Sailors with the 11th MEU are conducting routine operations as part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Dublinske)

CLB-11 participates in Evacuation Control Center Exercise

190223-M-QP663-0053 NAVAL AIR STATION NORTH ISLAND, CALIF. (Feb. 23, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Albert Tiburcio, a military working dog handler, and Gaya, a military working dog, with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), post security during an evacuation control center exercise. Marines and Sailors with the 11th MEU are conducting routine operations as part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Dublinske)

Sparks Fly from CLB-11 Metal Working aboard USS Harpers Ferry

190622-M-QP663-0022 INDIAN OCEAN (June 22, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Matthew Cox, a metal worker with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), uses a grinding wheel to fabricate an M240B machine gun mount aboard the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). The Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies, and maintain a presence postured to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Dublinske)

CLB-11 Vehicle Drills aboard USS Harpers Ferry

190702-M-QS181-1030 GULF OF ADEN (July 2, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joshua Chandler (center), a team leader with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), instructs a weapons familiarization class with a .50-caliber machine gun aboard the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Monty)

CLB-11 Vehicle Drills aboard USS Harpers Ferry

190702-M-QS181-1012 GULF OF ADEN (July 2, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jonathan Gutierreztorres, a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), mans a .50-caliber machine gun during a weapons handling class aboard the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Monty)

CLB-11 Vehicle Drills aboard USS Harpers Ferry

190702-M-QS181-1010 GULF OF ADEN (July 2, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Austin Kulinsky, a motor transport operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), mans a .50-caliber machine gun during a weapons handling class aboard the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jason Monty)

CLB Corpsman and Army Medics Share Knowledge

190801-M-EC058-2230 CAMP BUEHRING, Kuwait (Aug. 1, 2019) U.S. Sailors with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), and U.S. Soldiers with Golf Company, 5th Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment participate in a joint-service casualty evacuation class at Camp Buehring, Kuwait. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton S. Swanbeck/Released)

CLB Corpsman and Army Medics Share Knowledge

190801-M-EC058-2033 CAMP BUEHRING, Kuwait (Aug. 1, 2019) U.S. Sailors with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), and U.S. Soldiers with Golf Company, 5th Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment participate in a joint-service casualty evacuation class at Camp Buehring, Kuwait. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dalton S. Swanbeck/Released)

Sparks Fly from CLB-11 Metal Working aboard USS Harpers Ferry

190622-M-QP663-0386 INDIAN OCEAN (June 22, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Matthew Cox, a metal worker with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), inspects a support strut aboard the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). The Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies, and maintain a presence postured to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Dublinske)

Sparks Fly from CLB-11 Metal Working aboard USS Harpers Ferry

190622-M-QP663-0131 INDIAN OCEAN (June 22, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Matthew Cox, a metal worker with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), uses a welding tool to attach support struts to an M240B machine gun mount aboard the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). The Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies, and maintain a presence postured to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Dublinske)

Sparks Fly from CLB-11 Metal Working aboard USS Harpers Ferry

190622-M-QP663-0517 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 22, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Matthew Cox, a metal worker with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), uses a welding tool to fabricate an M240B machine gun mount aboard the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). The Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies, and maintain a presence postured to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Dublinske)

Tactical Convoy MTX 2-18

U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Gary Thompson, commanding officer for Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, exits his vehicle to visually check the status of the convoy for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 19, 2018. The convoy was conducted to gather intelligence from the surrounding areas and to locate possible enemy positions during the exercise's training scenario. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Tactical Convoy MTX 2-18

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a long stop during a tactical convoy for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 19, 2018. The convoy was conducted to gather intelligence from the surrounding areas and to locate possible enemy positions during the exercise's training scenario. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Tactical Convoy MTX 2-18

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a convoy for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 19, 2018. The convoy was conducted to gather intelligence from the surrounding areas and to locate possible enemy positions during the exercise's training scenario. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Tactical Convoy MTX 2-18

U.S. Marine Pfc. Samson Hoopii, a motor transportation operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conducts visual checks of the surrounding areas to ensure no enemy presence exists during a stop for a tactical convoy during Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 19, 2018. The convoy was conducted to gather intelligence from the surrounding areas and to locate possible enemy positions during the exercise's training scenario. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Tactical Convoy MTX 2-18

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a convoy for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 19, 2018. The convoy was conducted to gather intelligence from the surrounding areas and to locate possible enemy positions during the exercise's training scenario. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Tactical Convoy MTX 2-18

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a convoy for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 19, 2018. The convoy was conducted to gather intelligence from the surrounding areas and to locate possible enemy positions during the exercise's training scenario. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Tactical Convoy MTX 2-18

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, gather casualties during a simulated Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion while on a convoy for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 19, 2018. The IED explosion was used to test the Marines capabilities and training so they will be ready if the situation arises while deployed. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Tactical Convoy MTX 2-18

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, gather casualties during a simulated Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion while on a convoy for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 19, 2018. The IED explosion was used to test the Marines capabilities and training so they will be ready if the situation arises while deployed. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. A “powder breaking” hike is conducted to teach the Marines and Sailors in the proper movement of personnel and equipment off an untrekked path while maintaining a tactical posture. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. A “powder breaking” hike is conducted to teach the Marines and Sailors in the proper movement of personnel and equipment off a untrekked path while maintaining a tactical posture. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The elevation at which the Marines and Sailors hiked was around 8,500 feet which prepared Marines for traversing mountainous terrain and how to cope with the lower levels of oxygen. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The elevation at which the Marines and Sailors hiked was around 8,500 feet which prepared Marines for traversing mountainous terrain and how to cope with the lower levels of oxygen. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marine Cpl. Christopher Tutland, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, provides motivation to passing Marines and Sailors during a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The Marines and Sailors would lead the formation by stomping out the unpacked snow in front of them, then move off to the side to allow others to lead the way. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The hike was conducted to familiarize students with using snowshoes to negotiate terrain and obstacles in a tactical manner. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines Lance Cpl. Alexis Luna, left, a landing support specialist, and Lance Cpl. Christopher Mercedes, right, a motor transportation operator, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, lead a formation of Marines and Sailors during a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The Marines and Sailors would lead the formation by stomping out the unpacked snow in front of them, then move off to the side to allow others to lead the way. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marine Cpl. Christopher Russell, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, views a mountain range while taking a break during a conditioning hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The Marines and Sailors would lead the formation by stomping out the unpacked snow in front of them, then move off to the side to allow others to lead the way. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines Lance Cpl. Joel Camarillo, left, a motor transportation operator, and Sgt. Maxton Perez, right, a landing support specialist, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, wait at the front of the formation while taking a break during a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The Marines and Sailors would lead the formation by stomping out the unpacked snow in front of them, then move off to the side to allow others to lead the way. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines Staff Sgt. Brandon Ballantyne, left, a communication maintenance chief, and Lance Cpl. Harley Berry, right, a light armored vehicle mechanic, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, lead the way during a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The Marines and Sailors hiked approximately three miles around the Grouse Meadows campsite to further acclimatize them to the higher elevations of the mountain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marine Cpl. James Tendeck, a motor transportation maintenance mechanic with Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Headquarters Regiment, 1st Marine Logistics Group, views the passing formation while taking a break during a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The Marines and Sailors hiked approximately three miles around the Grouse Meadows campsite to further acclimatize them to the higher elevations of the mountain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The hike was conducted to familiarize students with using snowshoes to negotiate terrain and obstacles in a tactical manner. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conduct a "powder breaking" hike for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The hike was conducted to familiarize students with using snowshoes to negotiate terrain and obstacles in a tactical manner. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, participate in a mountain survival class for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The classes were to familiarize the Marines and Sailors in pre-environmental training and to improve the training standard in cold weather and mountainous environments while also increasing survivability and proficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, participate in a mountain survival class for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The classes were to familiarize the Marines and Sailors in pre-environmental training and to improve the training standard in cold weather and mountainous environments while also increasing survivability and proficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)

Classes in the mountains

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 11 and 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, participate in a mountain survival class for Mountain Exercise 2-18 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., March 10, 2018. The classes were to familiarize the Marines and Sailors in pre-environmental training and to improve the training standard in cold weather and mountainous environments while also increasing survivability and proficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. James Treviño)