 U.S. service members led by 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade and Commander Task Force 76 joined forces to conduct exercise noble fusion, alongside the Japan Self-Defense Force, February 3rd through February 7th, 2022. The exercise showcased the ability of forward deployed forces to conduct lethal sea denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for U.S. partner and allied forces. We brought in the United States Air Force, the United States Navy, the United States Marine Corps. The way that we aggregated these things in such a quick time and put together such a massive force to execute this, that's probably what I would consider not noble fusion. I think the best part of the exercise is seeing and watching the sailors, the Marines, the airmen all come together. As we routinely train and exercise, I think that it reinforces our training and our commitment to the region. Reporting from Okinawa, Japan, I'm Marine Corporal Hilton Taylor.