Marines with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit learn guidon

Marines with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit learn guidon flag close-order-drill commands and techniques during a two-week Corporal’s Course, May 12, aboard USS Bataan in the Mediterranean Sea. The Marine Corps uses professional military education programs, like the Corporal’s Course, to develop noncommissioned officers who lead, mentor and teach junior Marines. The Marines and sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Squadron 6 aboard USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and will continue to train and improve the MEU’s ability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force. The 22nd MEU is a multi-mission, capable force comprised of an Aviation Combat Element, Marine Tilt Rotor Squadron 263 (Reinforced); a Logistics Combat Element, Combat Logistics Battalion 22; a Ground Combat Element, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment; and its Command Element.