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    15th MEU MRF conducts VBSS during COMPTUEX [Image 4 of 15]

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    A fisheye-lens photograph taken from an elevated position on the flight deck of a naval amphibious assault ship or similar vessel at sea. Multiple military helicopters, appearing to be CH-53 Sea Stallions and possibly MH-60 variants, are parked on the deck with rotor blades folded. Personnel in military uniforms and colored safety vests are conducting flight deck operations under overcast skies.

    USS ANCHORAGE, USPACOM, AT SEA

    03.18.2015

    Photo by Sgt. Jamean Berry 

    15th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    U.S. Marines with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Maritime Raid Force prepare to board aircraft for visit, board, search, and seizure training during Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) aboard the USS Anchorage (LPD 23), off the coast of San Diego, Calif., March 18, 2015. The 15th MEU's MRF is honing their VBSS skills while aboard ship as they continue to integrate with their Navy counterparts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jamean Berry/Released)

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    Date Taken: 03.18.2015
    Date Posted: 03.21.2015 21:30
    Photo ID: 1828252
    VIRIN: 150318-M-GC438-077
    Resolution: 3840x2560
    Size: 570.54 KB
    Location: USS ANCHORAGE, USPACOM, AT SEA
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    A young male in olive green military physical training (PT) uniform is running through what appears to be the interior deck of a military vessel or ship. In the background, military vehicles (likely armored personnel carriers or similar tracked vehicles) are visible, confirming a naval or amphibious military setting. The individual appears to be conducting a fitness run within the confined corridor of the ship.
    An aerial/overhead photograph showing a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) being recovered or deployed from a naval vessel using a crane/davit system. Several personnel wearing orange life vests are visible aboard the RHIB, which is connected to the ship by lines and a crane arm. An American flag is visible on the RHIB, indicating U.S. Navy affiliation.
    The image shows the deck of a U.S. Navy warship, likely an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, with crew members conducting small boat operations. Two rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) are visible, with one appearing to be in the process of being launched or recovered using a davit crane system. Several sailors in safety gear are observed on deck overseeing the operation.
    A fisheye-lens photograph taken from an elevated position on the flight deck of a naval amphibious assault ship or similar vessel at sea. Multiple military helicopters, appearing to be CH-53 Sea Stallions and possibly MH-60 variants, are parked on the deck with rotor blades folded. Personnel in military uniforms and colored safety vests are conducting flight deck operations under overcast skies.
    A military attack helicopter, consistent with an AH-1Z Viper, is captured mid-flight just above the deck of a naval vessel over open ocean. The helicopter appears to be either taking off or landing on what is visible as a ship's flight deck. Weather conditions appear overcast with calm seas visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marines UH-1Y Venom helicopter is hovering or landing on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The helicopter has its side door open with several Marines visible inside, and appears to be equipped with weapons systems including what appears to be a rocket pod. The ocean is visible in the background, indicating operations from a ship, likely an amphibious assault vessel.
    A U.S. Marines helicopter, identifiable by the 'MARINES' marking on its fuselage, hovers low over open ocean water with its side door open and personnel visible inside. A rigid inflatable boat (RIB) carrying multiple personnel in military gear is visible in the background moving through the water. This appears to be a coordinated maritime military exercise or operation involving air and sea assets.
    A military or coast guard helicopter is flying over a white cargo/container vessel at sea under overcast conditions. The ship appears to be a small general cargo vessel carrying shipping containers on its deck, with personnel visible on the bridge wing. The scene suggests a maritime patrol, interdiction, or inspection operation.
    A rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) carrying approximately 10-12 armed military personnel is moving at high speed across open ocean water. Personnel are wearing combat gear, helmets, and camouflage uniforms, with at least one individual manning a weapon at the bow. A small American flag is visible mounted on a mast near the center of the vessel.
    A military helicopter, appearing to be a UH-1Y Venom (Super Huey) in gray livery, is captured in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft displays the number '33' on its nose and is equipped with visible weapons systems and sensor pods. The rotor blades show motion blur, indicating active flight.
    The image depicts a maritime boarding operation, likely a military or law enforcement exercise, in which armed personnel in combat gear are ascending the side of a large white vessel from a rigid inflatable boat (RIB). Several operators are climbing the ship's hull using ropes while others remain on the RIB providing cover. Observers wearing high-visibility vests are visible on the ship's deck, suggesting this may be a training exercise rather than a live hostile operation.
    A U.S. Marines UH-1Y Venom helicopter hovers over the deck of a naval vessel while personnel fast-rope down to the ship's deck. Several Marines in desert camouflage uniforms have already landed on the deck and are moving into position. This appears to be a maritime raid or visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) training exercise.
    The image shows what appears to be a military or law enforcement tactical operation aboard a cargo vessel at sea. Armed personnel in combat gear are conducting a breach operation on a shipping container, with visible sparks indicating cutting or breaching tools in use. The scene is consistent with a maritime interdiction or vessel boarding exercise/operation.
    Three military personnel in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniforms are positioned at what appears to be a ship's rail or elevated platform. One operator is looking through binoculars while another mans a scoped precision rifle (appears to be an M110 or similar semi-automatic sniper system). A crew-served weapon, likely an M2 .50 caliber machine gun, is mounted in the background.
    A military helicopter hovers over a large white vessel designated 'ATLS-9701' at sea, appearing to lower or retrieve an object via a cable or hoist. Multiple personnel are visible on the deck of the vessel, suggesting an active maritime operation. The scene appears to be a military or government exercise or mission conducted in open ocean conditions.

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