The Marine Expeditionary Force will host a live-fire Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration at Camp Pendleton’s Red Beach on Saturday to commemorate the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday and America’s 250th Anniversary, it was announced on Thursday.
The capabilities demonstration will feature integrated Navy and Marine Corps operations across air, land and sea, according to base officials.
“The force training activities planned ensure our readiness to defend the Homeland and protect our Nation’s interests abroad against emergent and unprecedented challenges today and in the years ahead,” a spokesperson with Camp Pendleton said in a statement. “All training events will occur on approved training ranges and comport with established safety protocols.”
In advance of the training event and demonstration, a detailed risk assessment was conducted at the base. All participants will be briefed, while medical, fire, and emergency responders and equipment will be on site.
Officials said all air, surface and ground movements are scripted and rehearsed in accordance with standard operating procedures and established safety checklists.
Following the demonstration, Marines, Sailors and families will gather at Del Mar Beach for the Beach Bash, a celebration that “recognizes the people who form the foundation of the Marine Corps’ strength — our families and the community — as we share in the celebration of 250 years of service.” The event will include food vendors, music, static displays and family activities.
The White House Production Office will be capturing the demonstration for broadcast on Nov. 9.