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U.S. Marines quickly move to their first event in a squad competition on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 11, 2014. Nine squads competed in events to test physical endurance, hand-to-hand combat, teamwork and knowledge. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit is the Marine Corps’ force in readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.

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U.S. Marines quickly move to their first event in a squad competition on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 11, 2014. Nine squads competed in events to test physical endurance, hand-to-hand combat, teamwork and knowledge. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit is the Marine Corps’ force in readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.

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