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    African Maritime Law Enforcement Partnership 2012 [Image 3 of 22]

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    The image shows a maritime boarding operation with armed personnel in tactical gear descending a ship's ladder onto a smaller patrol vessel. At least two personnel wearing US flag patches and dark tactical uniforms are boarding, while others in desert camouflage and blue camouflage uniforms with orange life vests are visible on the smaller craft. An American flag is visible on the patrol boat, suggesting a US Navy or Coast Guard joint operation.

    AT SEA

    06.19.2012

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Daniel Mennuto 

    AFN Naples

    Maritime Enforcement Specialist 2nd Class Blake Lena of the U.S. Coast Guard's maritime security response team makes his way down the USS Simpson's (FFG 56) pilots ladder to the rigid hull inflatable boat. Simpson recently supported African Maritime
    Law Enforcement Partnership operations, a branch of the Africa Partnership Station, in an effort to build maritime safety and security on and off shore.

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    Date Taken: 06.19.2012
    Date Posted: 07.19.2012 06:16
    Photo ID: 627904
    VIRIN: 120619-N-GN377-023
    Resolution: 1996x3000
    Size: 1.63 MB
    Location: AT SEA
    Web Views: 178
    Downloads: 12

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    A military personnel member sits on the inflated gunwale of a rigid inflatable boat (RIB), observing a gray naval warship bearing hull number 56 in the background. The sailor is wearing a ballistic helmet, body armor vest, and tan long-sleeve shirt, suggesting a maritime security or boarding operation context. The scene appears to take place in open, calm ocean waters under overcast skies.
    A U.S. Navy sailor in tactical gear — including a combat helmet, ballistic vest, and sunglasses — stands watch on a small boat alongside a larger U.S. Navy warship. An American flag is mounted on the small vessel, and the gray warship in the background appears to be a guided-missile frigate or destroyer. The scene suggests a small boat security or escort operation at sea.
    The image shows a maritime boarding operation with armed personnel in tactical gear descending a ship's ladder onto a smaller patrol vessel. At least two personnel wearing US flag patches and dark tactical uniforms are boarding, while others in desert camouflage and blue camouflage uniforms with orange life vests are visible on the smaller craft. An American flag is visible on the patrol boat, suggesting a US Navy or Coast Guard joint operation.
    An aerial view of a military rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) underway on open ocean water. The vessel carries approximately eight to nine armed personnel in tactical gear, helmets, and body armor, suggesting a maritime security or boarding team operation. The personnel appear to represent multiple nationalities or services based on varying uniform styles.
    The image shows a maritime inspection or boarding operation on a fishing vessel, with personnel in military/law enforcement uniforms examining green fishing nets alongside civilian fishermen. A naval warship is visible in the background on open ocean waters. A rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with additional personnel is also visible alongside the vessel.
    Two military/law enforcement personnel are aboard what appears to be a fishing vessel, likely conducting a maritime boarding or inspection operation. One individual wears blue digital camouflage with a red life vest and carries a radio, while the other wears tactical black gear with a helmet, communications headset, and visible 'US' insignia. The vessel contains fishing nets, rope, bamboo poles, and plastic containers, suggesting it is a working fishing boat.
    A military or naval personnel member in blue digital camouflage uniform and orange life vest is climbing a Jacob's ladder (rope-and-wood boarding ladder) up the gray hull of a naval vessel. Several crew members are visible on deck and on the ladder above, including individuals wearing yellow and blue hard hats and high-visibility vests. The scene appears to depict a boarding or transfer operation between vessels.
    A uniformed personnel wearing blue digital camouflage and a red life vest is holding an illuminated flashlight/torch in a dark, enclosed space. The individual appears to be conducting an inspection or search operation, possibly aboard a vessel. The dramatic low-key lighting from the flashlight creates strong contrast against the dark background.
    Two individuals are visible in a dark, confined interior space that appears to be a vessel or transport compartment. One person wearing blue digital camouflage uniform and an orange life vest holds a flashlight to illuminate the area. The other person, wearing a helmet and mask, is examining or searching a bunk bed area.
    A close-up portrait of a male operator wearing tactical gear including a combat helmet, communications headset, clear protective eyewear labeled 'ICE', and a boom microphone. His face is visibly wet with sweat or moisture, and there appears to be a small laceration or mark near his right cheek. The image has a dramatic, high-contrast photographic style suggesting an operational or training context.
    A U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) personnel wearing tactical gear, helmet, and communications equipment appears to be briefing or coordinating with other individuals aboard what appears to be a vessel. The group includes personnel wearing different camouflage uniforms, suggesting a multinational or joint operation. The setting appears to be the interior deck area of a ship or boat.
    The image shows what appears to be a maritime inspection or boarding operation taking place on the bridge/wheelhouse of a vessel. Four individuals are present: a naval/coast guard officer in blue digital camouflage with a red life vest, an armed soldier in green camouflage with body armor and helmet, a civilian inspector wearing a white cap labeled 'DPSP' and a red life jacket, and a vessel crew member in a red shirt holding documents. They are reviewing paperwork and logbooks spread across a navigation desk.
    A uniformed soldier in camouflage gear and tactical helmet stands guard on the deck of a vessel while overseeing a fishing boat alongside. The fishing vessel is crowded with workers in colorful clothing, and its lower deck is covered with a large catch of small fish along with wicker baskets. This appears to be a maritime law enforcement or fisheries inspection operation at sea.
    Armed personnel in tactical gear and military camouflage uniforms are boarding or inspecting a commercial fishing vessel at sea. The boat's deck is covered with a large catch of fish and shrimp sorted into wicker baskets and plastic trays. Two fishermen in brightly colored aprons are present on deck alongside the armed inspectors, suggesting a maritime law enforcement or fisheries inspection operation.
    A U.S. military or Coast Guard personnel member in tactical gear holds a radio on what appears to be a fishing vessel under inspection or boarding operation at sea. The vessel's deck is covered with large quantities of fish and seafood sorted into baskets and crates, with several crew members visible working on deck. The scene suggests a maritime law enforcement or fisheries inspection operation.
    A rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) is underway on open ocean water, carrying multiple personnel in tactical gear including helmets and body armor. An American flag is mounted at the stern of the vessel. Personnel appear to be conducting a maritime law enforcement or visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) operation, with at least one individual in civilian/non-tactical clothing seated among the uniformed personnel.
    A maritime law enforcement or military boarding operation is underway on what appears to be a fishing vessel. Armed personnel in tactical black gear are conducting an inspection or interdiction of the vessel and its crew. In the background, a naval warship bearing hull number 56 is standing by, and a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with armed personnel is also visible.
    An armed soldier in camouflage uniform and black helmet stands guard on the deck of a Chinese fishing or commercial vessel, holding an assault rifle. The ship displays Chinese characters reading '安全生产人人有责' (Safety in production is everyone's responsibility). A civilian in a green shirt is visible in the lower foreground, and the vessel shows significant rust and wear with multiple cable reels and winches visible.
    Two naval/maritime personnel are working together on what appears to be a ship's bridge or command center. One person in a dark blue uniform is writing on a document while the other, wearing a uniform with gold shoulder insignia and reflective stripes, appears to be communicating or discussing operations. The setting shows navigation and communication equipment typical of a military or coast guard vessel.
    Three personnel in dark navy uniforms are stationed at what appears to be a ship's bridge or combat information center. The central figure, identified by his name tag as 'LT GORLIN' of the USCG, is focused forward while a second individual identified as 'ANDERSON' stands to the right with hand raised to chin in a contemplative posture. The environment is illuminated by blue ambient lighting with various control panels and displays visible.
    Two armed personnel are positioned on a watercraft at sea, one wearing a US military uniform with an American flag patch and tactical gear including a black helmet and sunglasses, and the other wearing blue digital camouflage with an orange life vest and carrying a radio. A small white inflatable boat is visible in the background on open water. The scene appears to depict a maritime security or patrol operation.
    An overhead shot showing a uniformed officer in blue digital camouflage with tactical gear and a helmet inspecting or interacting with a civilian at what appears to be a fish market or dock. The officer is pointing or gesturing toward containers of fish while the civilian stands nearby. The scene is partially obscured by smoke or haze, suggesting an active inspection or enforcement operation.

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