U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Derrell Thomas, a section chief

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Derrell Thomas, a section chief with Alpha Battery, 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, currently attached to Alpha Battery, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marines gives an introduction to local reporters before demonstrating how to operate a weapon system in the Hijudai Maneuver Area, Japan, March 1, 2017. Marines and sailors participate in the artillery relocation training program to provide timely and accurate fires to sustain military occupational specialty skills, train Marines/sailors in common skills, and promote professional military education for the overall goal of enhancing combat operational readiness and international relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by MCIPAC Combat Camera Lance Cpl. Christian J. Robertson)