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    Cobra Gold 2018 PHOTOEX [Image 36 of 48]

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    A large US Navy warship is silhouetted against a golden, reflective sea surface during low-light conditions, likely at dusk or dawn. An American flag is clearly visible flying from the superstructure. The vessel appears to be stationary or moving slowly, with what appear to be helicopters visible on the aft deck.

    GULF OF THAILAND

    02.18.2018

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class William Sykes 

    U.S. Navy           

    180218-N-XK809-135
    GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 18, 2018) The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) transits the Gulf of Thailand during a Cobra Gold (CG) 2018 photo exercise. Bonhomme Richard is participating in CG-18 alongside Royal Thai Navy ships and personnel, conducting a range of amphibious operations that will enhance the tactical expertise of participants and rehearse combined capabilities to respond to contingencies. The annual exercise conducted in the Kingdom of Thailand takes place Feb. 13-23 with seven full participating nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Sykes/Released)

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    Date Taken: 02.18.2018
    Date Posted: 02.21.2018 00:11
    Photo ID: 4153979
    VIRIN: 180218-N-XK809-135
    Resolution: 3298x1855
    Size: 888.38 KB
    Location: GULF OF THAILAND
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