161209-M-SA496-019 [Image 124 of 151]

12.08.2016

Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachery Laning 

U.S. Navy           

161209-M-SA496-019
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Dec. 9, 2016) U.S. Marine Sgt. Chandler Bird, a main battle tank repair technician, performs maintenance on an M1A1 main battle tank during Exercise Alligator Dagger, Dec. 9. Tank maintenance is done to identify and correct deficiencies or degraded equipment to keep them ready for operational use. Alligator Dagger serves to sustain combat proficiency across the range of military operations. The unilateral exercise provides an opportunity for the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and 11th MEU to train in amphibious operations within the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. The 11th MEU is currently supporting U.S. 5th Fleet’s mission to promote and maintain stability and security in the region. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachery C. Laning)

• Date Taken: 12.08.2016
• Date Posted: 12.21.2016 00:17
• Photo ID: 3071615
• VIRIN: 161209-M-SA496-019
• Resolution: 5760x3840
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