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U.S. Marines and their spouses pose for a photo during the 3rd MAW Commander’s Course tour of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) at Naval Base San Diego, Feb. 26, 2025. The Commander's Course brought together leadership from across 3rd MAW to explore key topics ranging from science and technology, safety and unit culture, fostering readiness for future challenges, and enhancing understanding of the MAW's critical role in supporting I Marine Expeditionary Force objectives and the joint force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez) - U.S. Marines and their spouses pose for a photo during the 3rd MAW Commander’s Course tour of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) at Naval Base San Diego, Feb. 26, 2025.The Commander's Course brought together leadership from across 3rd MAW to explore key topics ranging from science and technology, safety and unit culture, fostering readiness for future challenges, and enhancing understanding of the MAW's critical role in supporting I Marine Expeditionary Force objectives and the joint force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez)

Maj. Gen. Steven W. Busby, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general, gives parting remarks about Sgt. Major Anthony A. Spadaro, the off-going 3rd MAW sergeant major, during the sergeant major’s relief ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif. July 12. Busby expressed his dismay for losing Spadaro, a trusted advisor and friend, as his right-hand-man. - Maj. Gen. Steven W. Busby, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general, gives parting remarks about Sgt. Major Anthony A. Spadaro, the off-going 3rd MAW sergeant major, during the sergeant major’s relief ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif. July 12. Busby expressed his dismay for losing Spadaro, a trusted advisor and friend, as his right-hand-man.