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Photo by Cpl. Mitchell Austin
220228-M-MY099-1037.JPG Photo By: Cpl. Mitchell Austin

Mar 7, 2022
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan - U.S. Air Force Lt Gen. Ricky N. Rupp, the commander of United States Forces Japan, and Chief Master Sgt. Wendell J. Snider, the USFJ command senior enlisted leader, have lunch with noncommissioned officers during their visit at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, March 1, 2022. Rupp visited squadrons and spoke with service members of all ranks at MCAS Iwakuni to better understand the air station’s commitment to the U.S.-Japan alliance and level of military readiness. MCAS Iwakuni is an advanced naval base which provides positional advantage, strengthened strategic alliances, and support to fleet operations and naval campaigns. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mitchell Austin)


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