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    26th MEU Heads Out For Deployment [Image 4 of 7]

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    A group of U.S. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms are carrying heavy gear and duffel bags, appearing to embark or disembark from a naval vessel or military facility. The personnel are heavily laden with large rucksacks, sea bags, and tactical gear. The setting appears to be a ship's well deck or pier ramp based on the industrial surroundings and metal infrastructure visible in the background.

    NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    12.12.2019

    Photo by Cpl. Tanner Seims 

    26th Marine Expeditionary Unit     

    191212-M-KE756-NORFOLK, Virginia (DEC. 12, 2019) U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit board the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) in preparation for deployment at Norfolk, Virginia, Dec. 12, 2019. The Bataan is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tanner Seims)

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    Date Taken: 12.12.2019
    Date Posted: 01.02.2020 16:24
    Photo ID: 5986186
    VIRIN: 191212-M-KE756-1157
    Resolution: 5184x3456
    Size: 2.76 MB
    Location: NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, US
    Web Views: 204
    Downloads: 37

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    Three military personnel in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are loading or unloading large tactical rucksacks onto or from the rear of a military truck or trailer. The soldiers are working cooperatively, with two on the truck bed and one below assisting with lifting the heavy gear. The scene appears to be a logistics or deployment operation.
    A man in military camouflage uniform holds up a baby while a woman with blonde hair smiles beside him. The scene appears to be an indoor setting, possibly a waiting area or community space, and conveys a warm family reunion moment. All three individuals appear happy and engaged with one another.
    A group of military personnel in MARPAT (Marine Corps digital camouflage) uniforms are gathered in a parking lot, handling and transporting gear and equipment bags. The scene appears to depict a deployment, staging, or equipment loading operation, with multiple service members carrying duffel bags and organizing hard-shell cases. A few civilians in casual clothing are also visible in the background.
    A group of U.S. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms are carrying heavy gear and duffel bags, appearing to embark or disembark from a naval vessel or military facility. The personnel are heavily laden with large rucksacks, sea bags, and tactical gear. The setting appears to be a ship's well deck or pier ramp based on the industrial surroundings and metal infrastructure visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marines AV-8B Harrier II jet aircraft (bureau number 166288, side number 55) is positioned on the flight deck of a naval amphibious assault ship at sea. A flight deck crew member wearing a yellow vest is directing the aircraft using hand signals. The aircraft is armed with external ordnance and the ocean is visible in the background.
    The image shows the interior of a naval well deck, likely aboard an amphibious assault ship, with two Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft docked inside. Multiple tan/desert-colored military vehicles, including HMMWVs (Humvees) and larger tactical trucks, are loaded on the LCACs. Several personnel in military uniforms are visible directing or overseeing the loading/unloading operation.
    A Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) numbered 36 is approaching and entering the well deck of a larger amphibious assault ship. The hovercraft is carrying military vehicles and equipment, generating significant spray and wake as it moves at speed. The photograph is taken from inside the well deck, providing a dramatic perspective of the craft entering the flooded dock.

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