U.S. Marines and Sailors Depart to a Position Area for Artillery
U.S. Marines take notes during a convoy brief before departing to a Position Area for Artillery in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 16, 2026. Maneuvering to a PAA allows Marine Corps artillery batteries to deliver rapid, long-range fire support to ground and maneuver forces in a designated area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Antonino Mazzamuto)