Marines complete arctic exercise in Norway

U.S. Marine Corps pilots with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, prepare to taxi a KC-130J Super Hercules as they self-redeploy to Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, after the conclusion of Exercise Nordic Response 24 at Andenes, Norway, March 16, 2024. Exercise Nordic Response is designed to enhance military capabilities and allied cooperation in high-intensity warfighting scenarios under challenging arctic conditions, while providing U.S. Marines unique opportunities to train alongside NATO allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by 2nd Lt. Duncan Stoner)

Following Exercise Nordic Response 24 in Andenes, Norway, on March 16, 2024, Marines are now taxiing a KC-130J Super Hercules. This rigorous exercise aimed at bolstering military prowess and alliance teamwork for high-stakes warfare in tough Arctic environments also offered the Marines a chance to practice with NATO allies and partners.–Photo By: Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Duncan Stoner