Twentynine Palms Collection

Marines roll down a dirt road on their M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tank during a day of training at Exercise Africa Lion 2012

A tetrahedron wind direction indicator
At the Twentynine Palms Airport, a tetrahedron wind direction indicator stands operational after being restored. The device was used at Condor Field during World War II to aid glider pilots in

USA, California, Twentynine Palms, Amboy Road, Mojave Desert

Cat in Camouflage

U. S. Marines train in combat marksmanship during Enhanced Mojave Viper
September 20, 2012 - U.S. Marines train in combat marksmanship during Enhanced Mojave Viper at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California

A U. S. Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter begins to land
July 11, 2012 - A U.S. Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter begins to land during exercise Javelin Thrust on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twenty-nine Palms, California

A round from an AT-4 small rocket launcher impacts on Range 400 at Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, Twentynine Palms, California

Mortarmen cover their ears and avert their eyes after firing their 60mm mortar weapons
Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California - Two mortarmen cover their ears and avert their eyes after firing their 60mm mortar weapons system aboard Range 410A here

CH-46E Sea Knight transport helicopters fly over Camp Wilson
December 11, 2013 - U.S. Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knight transport helicopters fly over Camp Wilson at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center during an airfield seizure while participating in exercise

U. S. Marines fire an M777 howitzer
July 23, 2010 - U.S. Marines fire an M777 howitzer during the training exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper at Marine Corps Base Twentynine Palms, California

U. S. Marines brace themselves while firing a 60mm mortar round
September 21, 2011 - U.S. Marines brace themselves while firing a 60mm mortar round during Exercise Clear, Hold, Build 3 on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California

A gunner firing a BGM-71 TOW missile
February 17, 2010 - A driver fires a BGM-71 Tube-launched, Optically tracked, Wire-guided Missile (TOW) at Training Area Lava at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California

Marines and sailors participate in an outdoor gas exercise in full protective gear
January 26, 2011 - Marines and sailors break the seals on their M50 Gas Masks during an outdoor gas exercise performed at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California

A MV-22 Osprey makes its way to the landing zone to pick up soldiers
March 3, 2010 - A MV-22 Osprey makes its way to the landing zone near Checkpoint 52 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California

An OshKosh M-ATV Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle
July 10, 2010 - U.S. Marines drive an M-ATV (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected all-terrain vehicle) in a convoy en route to a forward operating base at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine

A grenadier provides suppressing fire during counter-ambush training
January 28, 2013 - A grenadier provides suppressing fire during counter-ambush training, as part of Exercise Iron Fist 2013, aboard Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California

Soldiers brace for the impact of a cloud of sand and rocks from a landing CH-53 Super
March 15, 2014 - Joint terminal attack controller and a fellow soldier brace for the impact of a cloud of sand and rocks caused by the landing of a CH-53 Super Stallion during a Tactical Recovery of

Marines fire a BGM-71 TOW missile
Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California a Marines fire a BGM-71 Tube-launched, Optically-tracked

A black labrador sits with a chew toy next to his handler
May 22, 2011 - A black labrador sits with a chew toy after completing an improvised explosive device detection course at Marine Corps Base Twentynine Palms, California

A CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopter parked at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California

U. S. Marine Corps Private takes cover, protecting his 5. 56 mm M16A2 rifle
U.S. Marine Corps Private takes cover, protecting his 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, as a shoulder fired rocket launcher goes off over ridge he

Military Transistion Team members quickly reload their rifles during an Enhanced Marksmanship Training simulation held on range 104 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Cenert Twentynine Palms

U. S. Marines conduct an airfield seizure at Camp Wilson
December 11, 2013 - U.S. Marines conduct an airfield seizure during exercise Steel Knight 2014 (SK-14) at Camp Wilson, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms, California

U. S. Marine provides security as part of a training assault
February 2, 2013 - U.S. Marine provides security as part of a training assault during Exercise Iron Fist 2013, aboard Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California

A Basset Hound standing on boulders at Joshua Tree National Park in California

A Basset Hound standing on rocks with flowers behind at Joshua Tree National Park in California

A Basset Hound walking on rocks at Joshua Tree National Park in California

A Basset Hound standing on a boulder at Joshua Tree National Park in California

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"Twentynine Palms: Where Marines Conquer the Mojave Desert" In the heart of California's vast Mojave Desert, Twentynine Palms serves as a training ground for the brave men and women of the United States Marine Corps. As dust swirls in their wake, Marines roll down a rugged dirt road on their powerful M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tanks, ready to face any challenge that comes their way. Amidst this arid landscape, even nature itself seems to blend into camouflage. A cat stealthily prowls through the desert terrain, its fur mirroring the sandy hues of its surroundings. Like these feline warriors, Marines adapt and overcome with resilience and precision. The winds whisper secrets across Twentynine Palms' expansive training grounds. A tetrahedron wind direction indicator stands tall against an endless sky, guiding both seasoned veterans and fresh recruits alike towards success. Dedicated individuals like U. S. Marine Lance Cpl. Josue Ngoma tirelessly work behind-the-scenes as motor transportation mechanics within 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group – ensuring that every vehicle is ready for action when duty calls. Leadership plays a crucial role in shaping these warriors into an unstoppable force. U. S. Marine Corps Capt. Robert H. Hopman from Tactical Training Exercise Group trains and coaches 3d Battalion with unwavering dedication, instilling discipline and honing their skills to perfection. Range 400 becomes a theater of combat readiness as U. S. Marines from 3d Battalion conduct rigorous exercises under scorching sunrays during their Marine Corps journey at Twentynine Palms - pushing themselves beyond limits to protect our nation's freedom. Within this unforgiving environment lies beauty unparalleled; Amboy Road cuts through Twentynine Palms like a lifeline connecting past triumphs with future victories - reminding us all of the sacrifices made by those who serve.