The Marine Corps' newly constructed base, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz, is a testament to the U.S.-Japan alliance, which is the cornerstone of peace, prosperity and security in the region. The significant construction efforts ensure that fulfillment of alliance agreements is balanced with the protection of Guam's rich natural and cultural heritage and has resulted in the rare opportunity to enhance the people of Guam’s understanding of ancient CHamoru life on the northern plateau and traditional

Assaulting the Marianas - The Battle of Guam 75th Anniversary July 21 - August 10, 1944 The Second Battle of Guam, which was originally scheduled to begin on June 18, 1944, actually began on July 21 due to the heavy fighting still raging on the nearby island of Saipan. Guam, a territorial possession of the United States since 1899, was captured by the Japanese on the morning of December 10, 1941. It would remain under Japanese control until American forces recaptured it after a 21-day campaign.

The Marine relocation to Guam is moving full steam ahead. After more than a decade of planning and construction, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz will be reactivated this week. KUAM's Matsuki Hirayama has more on what to expect on this historic moment for the U.S. military. | KUAM News

Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz Commanding Officer, Col. Ernest Govea, and MCB Camp Blaz Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. Daniel Soto narrate a Liberation Day greeting message for the 80th Guam Liberation Day commencement ceremony, July 21, 2024. (U.S. Marine Corps 📽️ Lance Cpl. Rey Moreno Marilao) #WWIIRemembrance #GuamLiberation #KalaguakMemorial #HonorTheFallen #MCIPAC | Marine Corps Installations Pacific

2.5K views · 38 reactions | A divide may be widening between some in the local community and others witnessing the Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz reactivation and naming ceremony in Asan today. It was a historic moment for the military and for this part of the world. | KUAM News | Facebook