22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit storms the beach during Bright Star 2009 [Image 13 of 14]

ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT

10.12.2009

Photo by Staff Sgt. Matt Epright 

22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit

Lance Cpl. Brandon Snyder from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security during an amphibious assault demonstration conducted as part of Bright Star 2009 in Egypt Oct. 12, 2009. The multi-national exercise is designed to improve readiness, interoperability, strengthen the military and professional relationships among U.S., Egyptian and participating forces. Bright Star is conducted by U.S. Central Command and held every two years. Elements of the 22nd MEU are currently are participating in the multi-national exercise while serving as the theater reserve force for U.S. Central Command.

• Date Taken: 10.12.2009
• Date Posted: 10.14.2009 18:10
• Photo ID: 212871
• VIRIN: 091012-M-8583E-013
• Resolution: 3000x2000
• Size: 3.04 MB
• Location: ALEXANDRIA, EG