Marine Corps Installations West

U.S. Marines with 4th Tank Battalion, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, conduct training on Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 9, 2018. The USMC M1A1 has been the armored maneuver and close tank support to infantry service since 1989 and is planned to continue service through 2050. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Pfc. Drake Nickels)

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Sergeant John Farritor reminisces about his time in the Marine Corps at his home in Vista, Calif., Sept. 26, 2017. 1stSgt Farritor marched to Camp Pendleton from Camp Elliot in 1942 and was present for the dedication of the base. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Lance Cpl. Desiree D King)

A part of the Camp Pendleton 75th Anniversary series that highlights Camp Pendleton's involvement in Marine Corps History. In response to the attacks of September 11th, 2001 the United States of America makes a declaration of war on terror. As Marines across the country prepare to deploy, Camp Pendleton becomes indispensable as a training location in preparation for the harsh environment of the Middle East. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Desiree D King)

Among the rolling hills of Camp Pendleton, there lives a lone bison. Once a member of the larger herd, she now prefers to spend her time lazing in the sun and grazing in her favorite fields. Betty, as the Marines affectionately call her, possesses a wealth of knowledge about the base and is always eager to assist a service member in need.

Camp Pendleton Assistant Fire Chief Jeff Cunliffe-Owen explains the role of the Camp Pendleton Firefighter.

Federal and local firefighting agencies came together for an annual Fire School aboard Camp Pendleton, June 5 to June 9, 2017. The school is held to further enhance their abilities to effectively and efficiently combat wildfires. Significant wildland fires throughout San Diego County in October of 2007 lead officials to seek a partnership between military and civilian aviation and firefighting assets to better manage crisis aboard regional military installations and in the surrounding communities. Since then, Camp Pendleton security and safety agencies, and local departments have been working together to streamline response and integrated communication efforts to provide ready, trained and certified military and civilian resources to combat wildland fires in the region, culminating with a cooperative effort to extinguish wildland fires. (U.S. Marine Corps video by LCpl. Dylan Chagnon/Released)

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) conducted a training and evaluation session of National Odor Recognition Testing (NORT) to 30 local, state and federal explosive-detection canine teams on Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 6, 2017. Law Enforcement Marines, and their working dogs, also participated in the training aimed at improving the canine team’s ability to detect 10 fundamental explosive odors. The training allows handlers to exchange information with colleagues and ask questions of ATF canine and explosives subject matter experts. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Lance Cpl. Desiree D King)

The Recon Challenge is a 25-mile endurance course where Recon Marines aboard Camp Pendleton, California endure a myriad of challenges and tests in the basic fundamentals of being a Reconnaissance Marine. From hiking through roughly 15 miles of difficult terrain with 50 pounds of gear, to a grueling 2,000 meter swim to shore from the icy Pacific Ocean, Marines are presented with a number of challenges along the way, including obstacle courses, weapons firing and operations, and swim tactics. A total of 27 two-man teams competed this year, each team wearing the name of a fallen recon Marine on their packs. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by LCpl. Dylan Chagnon/Released)

The Drum & Bugle Corps, Silent Drill Platoon, and the Official Color Guard of the Marine Corps tour across the United States to demonstrate discipline, professionalism, and “Esprit de Corps” of the United States Marines. The static display is scheduled for 2-5pm p.m. with a performance at 3:30 P.M. March 9th 2017 at the 11 Area football field. (U.S. Marine Corps motion media by Cpl. Cody R. Woods, MCIWEST-MCB CamPen Combat Camera/Released)