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USS Boxer Leads 2,500 Marines in Pacific Operations

3/21/2026

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The USS Boxer, USS Portland, and USS Comstock departed Naval Base San Diego for operations in the Pacific, carrying 2,500 Marines and 4,000 service personnel.
The USS Boxer was seen leaving port on March 18, 2026.
The U.S. Navy Third Fleet stated that the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit is conducting routine operations.
A U.S. official indicated the military is accelerating Marine personnel and equipment deployment to the Middle East.

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Story summary

The USS Boxer, USS Portland, and USS Comstock departed Naval Base San Diego for operations in the Pacific, carrying 2,500 Marines and 4,000 service personnel.
The USS Boxer was seen leaving port on March 18, 2026.
The U.S. Navy Third Fleet stated that the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit is conducting routine operations.
A U.S. official indicated the military is accelerating Marine personnel and equipment deployment to the Middle East.