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    Kilo Company raids a beach with ARDB [Image 5 of 14]

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    A military beach landing exercise is underway on a sandy shoreline. Several soldiers in combat gear are positioned on the beach near two black inflatable rubber raiding craft (IRBCs), while a tandem-rotor helicopter (consistent with a CH-47 Chinook) hovers over the tree line in the background. The scene depicts a coordinated amphibious assault or reconnaissance training operation.

    OKINAWA, JAPAN

    02.01.2021

    Photo by Sgt. Danny Gonzalez       

    31st Marine Expeditionary Unit       

    U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), set up security as a CH-47 with the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force lands during a beach landing exercise on Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 1, 2021. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the America Expeditionary Strike Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Danny Gonzalez)

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    Date Taken: 02.01.2021
    Date Posted: 02.06.2021 06:51
    Photo ID: 6510755
    VIRIN: 210201-M-MR595-0237
    Resolution: 5184x3456
    Size: 1.44 MB
    Location: OKINAWA, JP
    Web Views: 98
    Downloads: 8

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    A low-light maritime scene captured at dusk or dawn showing a large naval vessel in the background with its lights illuminated. In the foreground, a group of personnel — likely combat swimmers or special operations forces — are visible in the water, partially submerged and wearing dark wetsuits with small red lights visible. The overcast, dramatic sky and choppy sea conditions suggest a tactical or training operation.
    The image shows multiple small inflatable rubber boats carrying groups of personnel across choppy open water toward a coastline. A rocky cliff is visible on the left side, with a densely built urban area visible in the hazy background. The scene appears to depict a maritime landing or amphibious exercise.
    A large group of military personnel in combat uniforms and helmets are packed into a black inflatable rubber assault craft on open water. The craft appears to be approaching or departing a sandy shoreline backed by dense tropical vegetation. The scene is consistent with an amphibious landing exercise or tactical beach insertion operation.
    A military amphibious landing exercise is taking place on a sandy beach. Personnel in military uniforms are visible both on the beach and in inflatable rubber assault craft near the shoreline. Temporary facilities including portable toilets and what appears to be a military tent or vehicle are staged along the beach treeline.
    A military beach landing exercise is underway on a sandy shoreline. Several soldiers in combat gear are positioned on the beach near two black inflatable rubber raiding craft (IRBCs), while a tandem-rotor helicopter (consistent with a CH-47 Chinook) hovers over the tree line in the background. The scene depicts a coordinated amphibious assault or reconnaissance training operation.
    A black-and-white photograph showing two inflatable rubber boats carrying multiple personnel across choppy open water. Two tiltrotor aircraft (consistent with V-22 Osprey silhouettes) are visible flying overhead in the upper portion of the frame. The scene appears to depict a military amphibious or maritime insertion exercise.
    A close-up photograph captures a dark, weathered rock or driftwood being struck by ocean waves, with water droplets suspended dramatically in the air across the entire frame. The image is taken from a very low, close perspective near the waterline, creating an immersive sense of the wave impact. The overcast sky and choppy sea are visible in the blurred background.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting a maritime operation using inflatable rubber raiding craft (CRRCs) on open ocean waters. The image is taken from the perspective of one boat looking forward toward at least three other boats ahead, all moving in the same direction. The conditions appear rough with choppy seas and spray visible around the vessels.
    A military service member is operating a watercraft at sea under overcast skies. The individual is wearing full combat gear including a camouflage uniform, tactical helmet, sunglasses, and an olive-colored life vest. A coastline with hills and structures is visible in the background.
    The image shows one or more individuals wearing camouflage military-style clothing being subjected to a heavy downpour or water deluge. The photograph is taken from a low angle through what appears to be a transparent plastic sheet or water curtain, creating significant visual distortion. The scene suggests a water-based training exercise or extreme weather exposure.
    A military service member in full combat gear is positioned at the stern of a fast-moving inflatable combat rubber raiding craft (CRRC) on open ocean waters. The boat is generating significant wake and spray as it moves at high speed. A second vessel is visible in the background, and a landmass is faintly visible on the horizon.
    A military personnel is emerging from or standing in open ocean water, soaking wet with water dripping from their camouflage cover (hat) and gear. They are wearing a military-pattern camouflage uniform with what appears to be a tactical vest or flotation device that has a chemical light stick (chem light) attached. The background shows open sea with a distant landmass visible on the horizon under a partly cloudy sky.
    The image shows military or tactical personnel aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) navigating through choppy open ocean waters. The photo is taken from a second similar vessel following behind, with the bow of that craft visible in the foreground. Personnel are wearing tactical/military gear and the boat is moving at speed, generating a visible wake.
    The image captures personnel in military or tactical gear aboard what appears to be a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) being struck by a large wave or water spray. The dynamic action shot shows water droplets and spray dominating the frame, suggesting high-speed maritime movement or rough sea conditions. The perspective appears to be from within the vessel, looking forward through the wave impact.

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