"We are a warfighting organization. Our most fundamental duty is to support the Constitution and ensure the safety and security of the American people. The ARG-MEU team here is the epitome of a lethal, warfighting force and a lethal, warfighting team."

Hear #southcom Commander Adm. Alvin Holsey addressing the Sailors and Marines aboard USS Iwo Jima during his visit to the ship in the Caribbean Sea on Wednesday.

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