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    Expeditionary unit’s eyes in the sky [Image 1 of 3]

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    A U.S. Marines helicopter, marked 'MARINES' on the fuselage with tail number 168044, is displayed on the flight deck of a naval vessel docked at what appears to be a military port, likely Naval Station San Diego. A group of civilians and at least one uniformed military personnel are gathered around the aircraft, suggesting a public tour or open-house event. The urban skyline and multiple naval ships are visible in the background.

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    03.10.2012

    Photo by Pfc. Christopher Johns 

    Marine Corps Air Station Miramar

    Guests of the Carter Center, founded by former President Jimmy Carter, tour the inside of an UH-1Y Venom “Huey” with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS Peleliu at Naval Base San Diego, March 10. The aircraft element provided by 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit allows for the fastest transportation of troops, supplies and other valuable essentials that could turn the tide in a fire fight.

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    Date Taken: 03.10.2012
    Date Posted: 03.13.2012 19:06
    Photo ID: 541424
    VIRIN: 120310-M-OB827-108
    Resolution: 3504x2336
    Size: 3.73 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A U.S. Marines helicopter, marked 'MARINES' on the fuselage with tail number 168044, is displayed on the flight deck of a naval vessel docked at what appears to be a military port, likely Naval Station San Diego. A group of civilians and at least one uniformed military personnel are gathered around the aircraft, suggesting a public tour or open-house event. The urban skyline and multiple naval ships are visible in the background.
    A formal banquet or luncheon event is being held in what appears to be a military vessel's hangar bay or large indoor facility. A speaker stands at a podium in front of a large American flag backdrop, addressing a crowd of civilians and military personnel seated at round tables. The setting suggests an official military or patriotic ceremony, possibly a commissioning, memorial, or awards event.
    Civilians are touring a military vessel's flight deck, viewing a military helicopter up close. A uniformed crew member appears to be providing a guided explanation of the aircraft to the gathered visitors. The setting appears to be a public open-ship or fleet week type event.

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