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Landing craft utility (LCU) 1634 transports Sailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (MBU) 1 and Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) to Freshwater Beach in Townsend, Australia.

Landing craft utility (LCU) 1634 transports Sailors assigned to Beach ...

TOWNSEND, Australia (Jul. 13, 2009) Landing craft utility (LCU) 1634 transports Sailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (MBU) 1 and Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) to Freshwater Beach i... More

Royal Australian Navy Chief of Navy, Vice Adm. Russ Crane, Australian Army Lt. Gen. David Hurley and Capt. Brent Canady observe flight operations.

Royal Australian Navy Chief of Navy, Vice Adm. Russ Crane, Australian ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 20, 2009) Royal Australian Navy Chief of Navy, Vice Adm. Russ Crane, Australian Army Lt. Gen. David Hurley and Capt. Brent Canady, commanding officer of the forward-deployed amphibious assault s... More

ailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (MBU) 1 and Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) arrive at Freshwater Beach in Townsend, Australia.

ailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (MBU) 1 and Marines from the 31st...

TOWNSEND, Australia (Jul. 13, 2009) Sailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (MBU) 1 and Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) arrive at Freshwater Beach in Townsend, Australia during Talisman... More

Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Travis Page signals to the pilot of an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter as it prepares to take off during night air operations.

Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Travis Page signals to the pilot of an SH-6...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 14, 2009) Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Travis Page, from Moore Haven, Fla., a landing signalman enlisted (LSE) aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89), signals ... More

Sailors guide a truck from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) onto Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1627 as Marines disembark for the field training part of military exercise Talisman Saber 2009.

Sailors guide a truck from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st ME...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 21, 2009) Sailors guide a truck from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) onto Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1627 as Marines disembark for the field training part of milit... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to patrol in light armored vehicles.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) depl...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to patrol in light armored vehicles ... More

Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, pilots a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during an in-flight refueling.

Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 21, 2009) Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, pilots a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during an in-flight refueling with an Air Force KC-130 aircraft... More

A AS322 Super Puma dropping off cargo during a vertical replenishment with the Lewis and Clark class dry cargo ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) aboard the forward deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

A AS322 Super Puma dropping off cargo during a vertical replenishment ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 12, 2009) A AS322 Super Puma dropping off cargo during a vertical replenishment with the Lewis and Clark class dry cargo ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) aboard the forward deployed amphibious... More

Royal Australian Navy guided-missile frigate HMAS Darwin (FFG 04) conducts an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6).

Royal Australian Navy guided-missile frigate HMAS Darwin (FFG 04) cond...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 18, 2009) Royal Australian Navy guided-missile frigate HMAS Darwin (FFG 04) conducts an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart... More

Chief Boatswain Mate Johan Zorilla, from New York assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), observes landing craft air cushion (LCAC) operations.

Chief Boatswain Mate Johan Zorilla, from New York assigned to the amph...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 15, 2009) Chief Boatswain Mate Johan Zorilla, from New York assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), observes landing craft air cushion (LCAC) operations during the amphibious ... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare to board a CH-53E

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare t...

QUEENDSLAND, Australia (Jul. 19, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare to board a CH-53E "Sea Stallion" helicopter, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, ... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) disembark Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 21.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) depl...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 07, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) disembark Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCA... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (handling) 3rd Class Mario Teasley directs a landing S-70 Black Hawk assigned to the Royal Australian Army during a Deck Landing Qualification

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (handling) 3rd Class Mario Teasley directs a...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 08, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Mario Teasley directs a landing S-70 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to the Royal Australian Army during a deck landing qualification exer... More

Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Alexander E. Rossi, left, and Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Tione M. Williams run to safety after hooking a sling onto an AS332 Super Puma helicopter.

Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Alexander E. Rossi, le...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 06, 2009) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Alexander E. Rossi, left, and Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Tione M. Williams run to safety after hooking a sling onto an... More

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 10, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, Det. Western Pacific, departs Freshwater Bay to return to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 10, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (A...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 10, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, Det. Western Pacific, departs Freshwater Bay to return to the amphibious assault ship USS E... More

Members of an Australian Army forward support battalion unit disembark from U.S. Navy Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1634.

Members of an Australian Army forward support battalion unit disembark...

TOWNSEND, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Members of an Australian Army forward support battalion unit disembark from U.S. Navy Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1634, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 1, during an amph... More

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85), right, and the Royal Australian Navy Adelaide-class guided-missile frigate HMAS Newcastle (FFG 06) take on fuel.

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 8...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 08, 2009) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85), right, and the Royal Australian Navy Adelaide-class guided-missile frigate HMAS Newcastle (FFG 06) take on... More

The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) transits the Coral Sea during force integrated training in preparation for exercise Talisman Saber 2009.

The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) transits the Coral Sea d...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 10, 2009) The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) transits the Coral Sea during force integrated training in preparation for exercise Talisman Saber 2009. Talisman Saber is a biennial, com... More

The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires the MK 45 five-inch gun system during a naval surface fire support exercise at a training area off the coast of Australia.

The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires the MK 45 f...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 14, 2009) The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires the MK 45 five-inch gun system during a naval surface fire support exercise at a training area off the coast of Australia. Mc... More

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 21, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, Det. Western Pacific, departs Freshwater Bay to return to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 21, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (A...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 21, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, Det. Western Pacific, departs Freshwater Bay to return to the amphibious assault ship USS E... More

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) lifts an M777 105mm lightweight Howitzer.

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 19, 2009) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault sh... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mates (Handling) show their chocks and chains to the pilot of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter.

Aviation Boatswain's Mates (Handling) show their chocks and chains to ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 15, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Apprentice Cesar Salinas, from Los Angeles, Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Kaylyn Henderson, from Newkirk, Okla., and Aviati... More

Hull Technician 2nd Class Christopher Lovrien plays the guitar during a band practice for an upcoming steel beach picnic aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Hull Technician 2nd Class Christopher Lovrien plays the guitar during ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 19, 2009) Hull Technician 2nd Class Christopher Lovrien plays the guitar during a band practice for an upcoming steel beach picnic aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).... More

Capt. Gregory J. Fenton , commanding officer of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9), souvenir USS Denver ball cap and Zippo lighter.

Capt. Gregory J. Fenton , commanding officer of the amphibious transpo...

TOWNSVILLE, Australia- (Jul. 05, 2009) Capt. Gregory J. Fenton , commanding officer of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9), souvenir USS Denver ball cap and Zippo lighter as tokens of apprecia... More

Sailors from rugby team of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) play against the Palmyra Rugby Union during a port visit to Perth and Fremantle, Australia.

Sailors from rugby team of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington ...

PERTH, Australia (Jul. 05, 2009) Sailors from rugby team of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) play against the Palmyra Rugby Union during a port visit to Perth and Fremantle, Australia. George... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit seat a fuel probe on the port side of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9).

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit seat a fuel pro...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 06, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit seat a fuel probe on the port side of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) during simultaneous underway and ... More

The Australian underway replenishment tanker HMAS Success (OR 304) and the dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) pull alongside the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex during an underway replenishment.

The Australian underway replenishment tanker HMAS Success (OR 304) and...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 11, 2009) The Australian underway replenishment tanker HMAS Success (OR 304) and the dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) pull alongside the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex ... More

Two CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262 lift off from the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) to support amphibious operations.

Two CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 15, 2009) Two CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262 lift off from the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) to support amphibious operations a... More

Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Aaron McCoy, from Azuza, Calif., explains the functions of a 25mm gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85).

Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Aaron McCoy, from Azuza, Calif., explains the ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 20, 2009) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Aaron McCoy, from Azuza, Calif., explains the functions of a 25mm gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) to Royal Australian Navy P... More

Amphibious Assault vehicles exit the well deck of the forward deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) during a Talisman Saber 2009 training exercise.

Amphibious Assault vehicles exit the well deck of the forward deployed...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 07, 2009) Amphibious Assault vehicles exit the well deck of the forward deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) during a Talisman Saber 2009 training exercise. Talisman Saber ... More

Royal Australian Navy Midshipman Mark Esposito fires the .50 caliber machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) during a gunnery exercise in the Pacific Ocean.

Royal Australian Navy Midshipman Mark Esposito fires the .50 caliber m...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 09, 2009) Royal Australian Navy Midshipman Mark Esposito fires the .50 caliber machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) during a gunnery exerci... More

Seaman Nyja Allen, from New York assigned to Beachmaster Unit (BMU) 1, Detachment Western Pacific, directs the offload of U.S. Marines and vehicles.

Seaman Nyja Allen, from New York assigned to Beachmaster Unit (BMU) 1,...

QUEENSLAND, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Seaman Nyja Allen, from New York assigned to Beachmaster Unit (BMU) 1, Detachment Western Pacific, directs the offload of U.S. Marines and vehicles from Landing Craft Air C... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to patrol in light armored vehicles.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) depl...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to patrol in light armored vehicles ... More

Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Louis M. Peters guides a landing craft air cushion out of the well deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) during a Talisman Saber 2009 training exercise.

Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Louis M. Peters guides a landing craft air ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 17, 2009) Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Louis M. Peters guides a landing craft air cushion out of the well deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) during a Talisman Saber ... More

Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock USS Denver (LPD 9) Visit, Board, Search and Seizure team prepare to board landing craft utility 1627 during a Talisman Saber 2009  training exercise.

Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock USS...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 20, 2009) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock USS Denver (LPD 9) visit, board, search and seizure team prepare to board landing craft utility 1627 during a Tal... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Kevin A. Bourne watches an MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter attempt a second landing.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Kevin A. Bourne watches an MH-53E ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jun. 20, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Kevin A. Bourne watches an MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter attempt a second landing aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9). D... More

Rig captain Chief Boatswain's Mate Johan Zorilla, right, and under-instruction rig captain, Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Emanuel Walker inspect the alignment of a fuel probe.

Rig captain Chief Boatswain's Mate Johan Zorilla, right, and under-ins...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 11, 2009) Rig captain Chief Boatswain's Mate Johan Zorilla, right, and under-instruction rig captain, Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Emanuel Walker, both assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS ... More

Cmdr. Michael Picio talks with a group of Australian Navy officers aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during an underway replenishment with the Australian underway replenishment tanker HMAS Success (OR 304).

Cmdr. Michael Picio talks with a group of Australian Navy officers abo...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 11, 2009) Cmdr. Michael Picio talks with a group of Australian Navy officers aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during an underway replenishment with the Austr... More

Sailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (BMU) Detachment Westpac, based in Sasebo, Japan, come ashore from Landing Craft Unit (LCU) 1627 toward Freshwater Beach.

Sailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (BMU) Detachment Westpac, based ...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 13, 2009) Sailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (BMU) Detachment Westpac, based in Sasebo, Japan, come ashore from Landing Craft Unit (LCU) 1627 toward Freshwater Beach during Ex... More

Lt. Cmdr. Eric Harrington, aircraft handling officer, aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), explains the positioning of planes on the flight deck using the Ouija board.

Lt. Cmdr. Eric Harrington, aircraft handling officer, aboard the aircr...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 16, 2009) Lt. Cmdr. Eric Harrington, aircraft handling officer, aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), explains the positioning of planes on the flight deck using the Ou... More

An SH-3 Sea King helicopter from Squadron 817 of the Royal Australian Navy prepares to land on Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin's (DDG 89) flight deck for a refueling.

An SH-3 Sea King helicopter from Squadron 817 of the Royal Australian ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 20, 2009) An SH-3 Sea King helicopter from Squadron 817 of the Royal Australian Navy prepares to land on Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin's (DDG 89) flight deck for a refu... More

Sailors fight a simulated flight deck fire during a general quarters drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors fight a simulated flight deck fire during a general quarters d...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 21, 2009) Sailors fight a simulated flight deck fire during a general quarters drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is participating in Talisma... More

Marine Capt. Erick Min and Marine Capt. Nathan Mahoney, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, pilots a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during an in-flight refueling.

Marine Capt. Erick Min and Marine Capt. Nathan Mahoney, assigned to Ma...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 21, 2009) Marine Capt. Erick Min and Marine Capt. Nathan Mahoney, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, pilots a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during an in-flight refueling w... More

Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman David Vang fights a simulated fire aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman David Vang fights a simulated fire ab...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 22, 2009) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman David Vang fights a simulated fire aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is participating in Talisman Saber... More

Members of the Australian Defense Force depart an Australian H-3 Sea King helicopter to embark aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9).

Members of the Australian Defense Force depart an Australian H-3 Sea K...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 09, 2009) Members of the Australian Defense Force depart an Australian H-3 Sea King helicopter to embark aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9). DENVER is participating in ... More

Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) simulate fighting a fire during a fire drill.

Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) ...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jul. 10, 2009) Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) simulate fighting a fire during a fire drill. Oak Hill is participating in Talisman Saber 2009 a biennial, co... More

ailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) move a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter on the ship's flight deck during force integrated training in preparation for exercise Talisman Saber 2009

ailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) move ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 10, 2009) Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) move a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter on the ship's flight deck during force integrated training in preparation for exer... More

Sailors exercise during routine physical fitness training aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46)

Sailors exercise during routine physical fitness training aboard the a...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 10, 2009) Sailors exercise during routine physical fitness training aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). Tortuga is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready group, underway fo... More

Seaman Nyja Allen, a native of New York assigned to Beachmaster Unit (BMU) 1, Detachment Western Pacific, directs Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 8.

Seaman Nyja Allen, a native of New York assigned to Beachmaster Unit (...

QUEENSLAND, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Seaman Nyja Allen, a native of New York assigned to Beachmaster Unit (BMU) 1, Detachment Western Pacific, directs Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 8, assigned to Assault Cr... More

Marines assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 211 load ordnance on an AV-8B Harrier in preparation for amphibious operations during Talisman Saber 2009.

Marines assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 211 load ordnance on ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 15, 2009) Marines assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 211 load ordnance on an AV-8B Harrier in preparation for amphibious operations during Talisman Saber 2009 off the coast of Queensland, ... More

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 21, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, Det. Western Pacific, returns to Freshwater Bay from the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 21, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (A...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 21, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, Det. Western Pacific, returns to Freshwater Bay from the amphibious assault ship USS Essex ... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Quoc Nguyen, from Sacramento, Calif., directs a taxiing AV-8B Harrier aircraft on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Quoc Nguyen, from Sacra...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 16, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Quoc Nguyen, from Sacramento, Calif., directs a taxiing AV-8B Harrier aircraft on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Esse... More

The Australian underway replenishment tanker HMAS Success (OR 304) and the dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) steam alongside the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex

The Australian underway replenishment tanker HMAS Success (OR 304) and...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 18, 2009) The Australian underway replenishment tanker HMAS Success (OR 304) and the dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) steam alongside the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex... More

Sailors aboard guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) secure pallets of stores from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) during an underway replenishment.

Sailors aboard guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) secure...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 18, 2009) Sailors aboard guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) secure pallets of stores from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) d... More

Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron Two Six Two (HMM-262), pilots a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during an in-flight refueling with an Air Force KC-130.

Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 21, 2009) Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron Two Six Two (HMM-262), pilots a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during an in-flight refueling with an Air Force KC-... More

Sailors man the rails aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during her transit off the coast of Fremantle, Australia before a port visit.

Sailors man the rails aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Geo...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 02, 2009) Sailors man the rails aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during her transit off the coast of Fremantle, Australia before a port visit. George W... More

A Marine assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) works on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) to bring aboard stores during simultaneous underway and vertical replenishments.

A Marine assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) wor...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 06, 2009) A Marine assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) works on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) to bring aboard stores during s... More

Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) launch Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1634 during training exercises.

Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) l...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 07, 2009) Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) launch Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1634 during training exercises. Tortuga is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready gr... More

Sailors on a rigid hull inflatable boat are brought aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) during a man overboard drill.

Sailors on a rigid hull inflatable boat are brought aboard the amphibi...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jul. 10, 2009) Sailors on a rigid hull inflatable boat are brought aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) during a man overboard drill. Oak Hill is participating in Talism... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (handling) Airman Daniel Tesauro directs a cargo drop-off during a vertical replenishment with the Lewis and Clark class dry cargo ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6).

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (handling) Airman Daniel Tesauro directs a c...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 12, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (handling) Airman Daniel Tesauro directs a cargo drop-off during a vertical replenishment with the Lewis and Clark class dry cargo ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T... More

Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Michael Umayam, from McLean, Va., passes a message back to the next Sailor in his hose team during fire fighting training aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89).

Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Michael Umayam, from McLean, Va., passes a ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 13, 2009) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Michael Umayam, from McLean, Va., passes a message back to the next Sailor in his hose team during fire fighting training aboard the guided-missile destr... More

Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Christopher Wilson, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., steadies the phone and distance line aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Christopher Wilson, of Fort L...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 18, 2009) Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Christopher Wilson, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., steadies the phone and distance line aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Esse... More

Sailors rehearse in the machinery repair shop for an upcoming performance at a steel beach picnic aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors rehearse in the machinery repair shop for an upcoming performa...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 19, 2009) Sailors rehearse in the machinery repair shop for an upcoming performance at a steel beach picnic aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is p... More

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) lifts an M777 105mm lightweight Howitzer.

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 19, 2009) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault sh... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), rush toward an M777 105mm lightweight Howitzer to be lift by an CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), embarked...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 19, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), rush toward an M777 105mm ... More

Damage Controlman 1st Class Chris Rodriguez grades hose team members on their ability to fight a simulated fire during a general quarters drill.

Damage Controlman 1st Class Chris Rodriguez grades hose team members o...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 21, 2009) Damage Controlman 1st Class Chris Rodriguez, a member of Afloat Training Group Western Pacific, grades hose team members on their ability to fight a simulated fire during a general... More

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) lowers her port anchor off the coast of Fremantle, Western Australia before a port visit.

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) lower...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 02, 2009) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) lowers her port anchor off the coast of Fremantle, Western Australia before a port visit. George Washington, the Na... More

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while transiting the coast of Fremantle, Western Australia.

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washingto...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 02, 2009) Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while transiting the coast of Fremantle, Western Australia. George Washington, the Navy's only perm... More

Sailors assigned to the Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 participate in a community service project at Cohunu Koala Park. at Cohunu Koala Park.

Sailors assigned to the Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS G...

PERTH, Australia (Jul. 05, 2009) Sailors assigned to the Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 participate in a community service project at Cohunu... More

Sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) perform sunset colors after a day of Talisman Saber 2009 training exercises.

Sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 07, 2009) Sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) perform sunset colors after a day of Talisman Saber 2009 training exercises. Talisman Saber is a biennial, com... More

A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter lifts off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2)

A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter lifts off from the flight deck of the a...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 09, 2009) A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter lifts off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Essex is conducting force integrated training in preparation for exercis... More

Damage Controlman Fireman Apprentice James Battaglia and Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51).

Damage Controlman Fireman Apprentice James Battaglia and Sailors aboar...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jul. 10, 2009) Damage Controlman Fireman Apprentice James Battaglia and Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) simulate fighting a fire during a fire drill. Oak Hi... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), move out on patrol in light armored vehicles.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) depl...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), move out on patrol in light armored veh... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) board a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during a Talisman Saber 2009 exercise.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) emba...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 16, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) board a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during a Talisman... More

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) takes off.

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 19, 2009) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to the Air Combat Element of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault sh... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) attach an M777 105-mm lightweight Howitzer for lift by a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter during exercise Talisman Saber 2009.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) atta...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 19, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU), embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), attach an M777 105-mm lightweight Howi... More

Sailors assigned to the visit, board, search, and seizure team of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) conduct a Talisman Saber 2009 training exercise.

Sailors assigned to the visit, board, search, and seizure team of the ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 20, 2009) Sailors assigned to the visit, board, search, and seizure team of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) conduct a Talisman Saber 2009 training exercise. Talisman Sa... More

U.S. and Australian midshipmen aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) race to properly don their fire fighting gear.

U.S. and Australian midshipmen aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missi...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 23, 2009) U.S. and Australian midshipmen aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) race to properly don their fire fighting gear as quickly and safely as possible d... More

Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit Battalion Landing Team, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, debark Essex after exercise Talisman Saber 2009

Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit Battalion Landing Team, ...

OKINAWA, Japan (Aug. 13, 2009) Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit Battalion Landing Team, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, debark Essex after exercise Talisman Saber 2009. Essex is the lead ship of th... More

ailors aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to participate in a timed weight lifting competition during a live broadcast of the

ailors aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to...

CAIRNS, Australia (Jul. 01, 2009) Sailors aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to participate in a timed weight lifting competition during a live broadcast of the "Potts and Pacey" SEA-F... More

The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires the MK 45 five-inch gun system during a naval surface fire support exercise at a training area off the coast of Australia.

The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires the MK 45 f...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 14, 2009) The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires the MK 45 five-inch gun system during a naval surface fire support exercise at a training area off the coast of Australia. Mc... More

 Capt. David A. Lausman, commanding officer of the USS George Washington (CVN 73), explains the day's air plan to Tom Pauling, administrator of the Northern Territory, Government of Australia.

Capt. David A. Lausman, commanding officer of the USS George Washingt...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 16, 2009) Capt. David A. Lausman, commanding officer of the USS George Washington (CVN 73), explains the day's air plan to Tom Pauling, administrator of the Northern Territory, Government of... More

An AV-8B Harrier aircraft ands aboard Essex during a mock amphibious assault as part of exercise Talisman Saber 2009.

An AV-8B Harrier aircraft ands aboard Essex during a mock amphibious a...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 16, 2009) An AV-8B Harrier aircraft assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 211 embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), lands aboard Essex during a mock ... More

An AV-8B Harrier lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a Talisman Saber 2009 exercise.

An AV-8B Harrier lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (L...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 17, 2009) An AV-8B Harrier lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a Talisman Saber 2009 exercise. Talisman Saber is a biennial joint military exercise between the U.S.... More

Aviation Boatswains Mate Airman Apprentice Michael Gonzales pulls a line measuring the distance from Essex and the Royal Australian Navy Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment vessel HMAS Success (OR 304).

Aviation Boatswains Mate Airman Apprentice Michael Gonzales pulls a li...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 18, 2009) Aviation Boatswains Mate Airman Apprentice Michael Gonzales, from San Diego assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), pulls a line measuring the distance from Essex an... More

Marine Staff Sgt. William McGowan, right, and Marine Cpl. Thomas Down, both assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, look down through the

Marine Staff Sgt. William McGowan, right, and Marine Cpl. Thomas Down,...

QUEENDSLAND, Australia (Jul. 19, 2009) Marine Staff Sgt. William McGowan, right, and Marine Cpl. Thomas Down, both assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, look down through the "hell hole" in t... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), rush toward an M777 105mm lightweight Howitzer.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboar...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 19, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), rush toward an M777 105mm lightw... More

Senior personnel observe the launch of an AV-8B Harrier aircraft aboard Essex during exercise Talisman Saber 2009.

Senior personnel observe the launch of an AV-8B Harrier aircraft aboar...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 20, 2009) Vice Adm. Richard B. Landolt, left, commander, Amphibious Force, U.S. 7th Fleet, Capt. Brent Canady, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Royal Australi... More

ailors recover a simulated casualty aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

ailors recover a simulated casualty aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ge...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 22, 2009) Sailors recover a simulated casualty aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is participating in Talisman Saber 2009, a biennial joint militar... More

An Australian Defence Force (ADF) Soldier fires a F89 Minimi at the Urban Operations Training Facility during Exercise Talisman Saber 2009.

An Australian Defence Force (ADF) Soldier fires a F89 Minimi at the Ur...

QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA (Jul. 22, 2009) An Australian Defence Force (ADF) Soldier fires a F89 Minimi at the Urban Operations Training Facility during Exercise Talisman Saber 2009. Exercise Talisman Saber 2009 (TS... More

Sailors participate in an M-16 service rifle qualification exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46).

Sailors participate in an M-16 service rifle qualification exercise ab...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jun. 25, 2009) Sailors participate in an M-16 service rifle qualification exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). Tortuga is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready grou... More

The amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) is pier side at Trinity Wharf.

The amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) is pier side at ...

CAIRNS, Australia (Jun. 28, 2009) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) is pier side at Trinity Wharf. Tortuga is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready group, underway for Summer Deployment and sch... More

Amphibious assault vehicles prepare to enter the welldeck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) after disembarking the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9).

Amphibious assault vehicles prepare to enter the welldeck of the amphi...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 07, 2009) Amphibious assault vehicles prepare to enter the welldeck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) after disembarking the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD... More

Members of a Royal Australian clearance diving team carry a combat rubber raiding craft on to the stern gate of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) before a training exercise.

Members of a Royal Australian clearance diving team carry a combat rub...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 08, 2009) Members of a Royal Australian clearance diving team carry a combat rubber raiding craft on to the stern gate of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) before a training ... More

Midshipmen from the Royal Australian Navy aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) watch the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) deliver fuel.

Midshipmen from the Royal Australian Navy aboard the Arleigh Burke-cla...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 08, 2009) Midshipmen from the Royal Australian Navy aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) watch the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship U... More

Sailors hook-up a pole pendant to a SA-330 Puma helicopter assigned to dry cargo ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) during vertical replenishment aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46).

Sailors hook-up a pole pendant to a SA-330 Puma helicopter assigned to...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 12, 2009) Sailors hook-up a pole pendant to a SA-330 Puma helicopter assigned to dry cargo ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) during vertical replenishment aboard the forward-deployed amphibious... More

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to patrol in light armored vehicles.

Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) depl...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 15, 2009) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) deployed to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to patrol in light armored vehicles ... More

Quartermaster 1st Class Jory Mason of Chicago, Ill. and Royal Australian Navy Seaman Andrew Smith of guided-missile frigate HMAS Newcastle (FFG 06) review a chart aboard guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell .

Quartermaster 1st Class Jory Mason of Chicago, Ill. and Royal Australi...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 21, 2009) Quartermaster 1st Class Jory Mason of Chicago, Ill. and Royal Australian Navy Seaman Andrew Smith of guided-missile frigate HMAS Newcastle (FFG 06) review a chart aboard guided-missile... More

Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, pilots a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during an in-flight refueling.

Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron ...

CORAL SEA (Jul. 21, 2009) Marine Capt. Erick Min, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, pilots a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during an in-flight refueling with an Air Force KC-130 aircraft... More

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 8 launched from the Navy's forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), prepares to enter the well deck of amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46).

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 8 launched from the Navy's forward-de...

SHOALWATER BAY, Australia (Jul. 21, 2009) Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 8 launched from the Navy's forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), prepares to enter the well deck of amphibious do... More

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