22nd MEU conducts VBBS training [Image 3 of 7]

USS WHIDBEY ISLAND, USAFRICOM, AT SEA

05.21.2011

Photo by Cpl. John Raufmann 

22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit

Marines with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit search a detainee during a vessel board, search and seizure exercise aboard USS Whidbey Island, May 21, 2011. A simulated E- VBSS operation is conducted during certification during the deployment for enhanced mission capabilities. The Marines and sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Squadron 6 aboard USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and will continue to train and improve the MEU's ability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force. The 22nd MEU is a multi-mission, capable force comprised of an aviation combat element, Marine Tilt Rotor Squadron 263 (Reinforced); a logistics combat element, Combat Logistics Battalion 22; a ground combat element, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment; and its command element.

• Date Taken: 05.21.2011
• Date Posted: 06.05.2011 05:40
• Photo ID: 411336
• VIRIN: 110521-M-BC209-017
• Resolution: 2000x3000
• Size: 642.28 KB
• Location: USS WHIDBEY ISLAND, USAFRICOM, AT SEA