US, ROK Marines begin artillery training
120625-M-GX379-6608- Republic of Korea Marines fire artillery from a K-55 self-propelled gun July 18 in Tonghyeon-ri, Republic of Korea during the Korean Marine Exchange Program 12-7. The ROK Marines fired the first 50 rounds and then allowed the U.S. Marines to fire the remaining 10 rounds. The purpose of KMEP 12-7 is to enhance the combined capabilities of both the U.S. and ROK Marine Corps. The ROK Marines are with 8th Artillery Battalion, 2nd ROK Marine Division. The U.S. Marines are with 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Anne K. Henry)