U.S. Marines with Marine Rotational Force – Europe (MRF-E) 20.2, Marine Forces Europe and Africa, observe the moun- tain ranges to identify the next destination during a Narvik Battle Study Hike in Setermoen, Norway, in September. MRF-E conducts various exercises including Arctic cold-weather and mountain-warfare training, as well as military-to-military engagements, throughout Europe that enhance cooperation among partners and allies. (Photo by Sgt. Abrey Liggins, U.S. Marine Corps)
“As a force organized, trained and equipped for land warfare, the Army must adapt and change to be relevant in the Arctic.”
A CHILLING EXPERIENCE
A U.S. Marine with Marine Rotational Force – Europe 19.1 remains calm to prevent hypothermia during a drill as part of Exercise White Ulfberht in Setermoen, Norway, in January 2019. MRF-E Marines were exposed to freezing water to test their ability to use proper methods to get out of water in case of breaking ice. (Photo by Cpl. Nghia Tran, U.S. Marine Corps)