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    BBQ on Flight Deck of USS Pearl Harbor [Image 1 of 13]

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    Military personnel from two distinct forces — one in dark navy blue uniforms and another in woodland camouflage uniforms — are participating in an outdoor buffet-style meal event, likely aboard a naval vessel. The gathering appears to be a joint military social event or morale function, with large chafing dishes of food laid out along a serving line. A crowd of additional service members observes from elevated steps in the background.

    PACIFIC OCEAN, PACIFIC OCEAN

    02.08.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Natalie Byers 

    Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet           

    200208-N-ZZ513-2027 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2020) Sailors, Marines from 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit and soldiers from Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force enjoy a command barbeque on the flight deck of Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) as part of Iron Fist 2020, Feb. 8. Iron Fist is an annual exercise designed to enhance the U.S. and Japanese forces’ ability to plan, communicate and conduct combined amphibious operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Natalie M. Byers)

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    Date Taken: 02.08.2020
    Date Posted: 02.13.2020 15:37
    Photo ID: 6096506
    VIRIN: 200208-N-ZZ513-2027
    Resolution: 6364x4314
    Size: 1.93 MB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN, PACIFIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 79
    Downloads: 13

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    Military personnel from two distinct forces — one in dark navy blue uniforms and another in woodland camouflage uniforms — are participating in an outdoor buffet-style meal event, likely aboard a naval vessel. The gathering appears to be a joint military social event or morale function, with large chafing dishes of food laid out along a serving line. A crowd of additional service members observes from elevated steps in the background.
    The image shows U.S. Marines and what appear to be Japanese Self-Defense Force soldiers sitting together in an informal group setting, likely aboard a naval vessel. Two U.S. Marines with name tapes reading 'PEREZ' and 'COKER' are visible in the foreground, engaged in conversation with personnel in a different camouflage pattern. The interaction appears to be a friendly exchange or briefing during a joint military exercise or operation.
    Two military personnel are seated on the ground, with one individual holding up an olive-green USMC (United States Marine Corps) t-shirt while the other looks on smiling. The person holding the shirt appears to be wearing a different military uniform pattern, suggesting this may be an exchange or gift between allied forces. A group of military personnel in various uniforms can be seen standing in the background.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage is engaged in conversation with several soldiers wearing what appears to be Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniforms. The setting appears to be the deck of a naval vessel, suggesting a joint military exercise or bilateral engagement. The Marine is holding a tan/coyote-colored cover (cap) while speaking with the foreign military personnel.
    The image shows military personnel in camouflage uniforms, with one soldier prominently visible applying or adjusting face paint in green and black tones. Multiple soldiers are present, wearing different camouflage patterns suggesting a joint or multinational military exercise. The setting appears to be an outdoor military environment under an overcast sky.
    The image shows two U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft operating at high speed on open ocean, viewed from the stern well deck of an amphibious assault ship. The nearest LCAC bears the number '519' and appears to be carrying military vehicles. Both craft are generating large spray plumes as they travel away from the parent vessel.
    A Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft numbered '519' is approaching or entering the well deck of a larger amphibious assault ship. The craft is carrying military vehicles, likely trucks or tactical wheeled vehicles in camouflage paint, and is riding on its air cushion skirt above churning ocean water. The image is taken from inside the well deck, framing the incoming LCAC between the ship's stern gate walls.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a V-22 Osprey with markings '00', is hovering above the flight deck of a naval vessel during an apparent landing or departure operation. A deck crew member wearing a blue jersey and white helmet is positioned on the flight deck, likely serving as a landing signal officer or aircraft handler. The scene takes place over open ocean with a mountainous coastline visible in the background.
    A group of fully equipped military personnel in camouflage uniforms are boarding a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The aircraft's rotors are spinning, indicating it is ready for immediate departure. The scene appears to depict a military exercise or operational insertion/extraction maneuver.
    Military personnel in full combat gear with large backpacks are boarding or preparing to board a U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft (Bureau Number 168016, assigned to VMM-165) on what appears to be a ship's flight deck. A crew member in a red vest marked 'LSD-52' is assisting with the boarding process. The setting appears to be at sea, suggesting an amphibious operation or joint military exercise.
    A U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft is hovering or taking off from the flight deck of a naval vessel over open ocean. The aircraft displays the number '00' on its fuselage and tail number '8016', with 'MARINES' clearly stenciled on the side. Both rotors are in the upward helicopter-mode position, with significant motion blur indicating active rotation.
    The image shows military personnel in full combat gear during what appears to be a tactical exercise or operation. The central soldier has face camouflage paint applied, is wearing a helmet with night-vision mount, and is carrying an assault rifle while wearing a life preserver vest. The uniforms and equipment suggest these are Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers, likely conducting an amphibious or maritime boarding exercise.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a V-22 Osprey, is landed on what appears to be a naval vessel's flight deck surrounded by open ocean. A group of soldiers in camouflage uniforms and full combat gear with backpacks are boarding or approaching the aircraft. Deck crew members in colored jerseys (blue, yellow, purple, white) are observing and managing the operation.

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