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Ulchi Freedom Shield

Ulchi Freedom Shield – a combined, joint, all-domain, and interagency operating environment. This annual exercise aims to build understanding between Combined Forces Command, United States Forces Korea, the United Nations Command, and ROK Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), ensuring their ability to fortify the combined defense posture and enhance Alliance response capabilities against a spectrum of security threats. It will feature live, virtual, constructive and field-based training, engaging personnel from the various military services.

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HMLA-269 conducts simulated close air support during Atlantic Alliance 25
2nd Marine Aircraft Wing
June 29, 2025 | 3:03
U.S. Marines with Marine Light Attack Squadron (HMLA) 269 work alongside the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) and ground forces from 2nd Marine Division during a simulated amphibious surface assault near Norfolk, Virginia June 30, 2025. Atlantic Alliance 2025 (AA25) is the premier East Coast naval integration exercise, featuring over 25 U.S. Navy and Marine Corps units alongside Dutch naval forces and British Royal Commandos. Spanning from North Carolina to Maine, AA25 will showcase a range of dynamic events including force integration, air assault operations, bilateral reconnaissance, naval strait transits, amphibious assault training, and a simulated war-at-sea exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anakin Smith)
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