Images: Bold Alligator 2012 [Image 18 of 37]
Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Aaron Chase![]()
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A French Landing Catamaran, or L-CAT, launched from the French amphibious assault ship Mistral (in background), prepares to pull into the well deck of amphibious assault ship USS Wasp. Wasp in engaged in Exercise Bold Alligator. Bold Alligator, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. The exercise takes place Jan. 30 - Feb. 12, 2012, afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Chase)






