ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 25, 2025) U.S. Marine Cpl. Trystan Myers, assigned the “Thunder Chickens” of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced), conduct maintenance on a utility hoist from a CH-53 Super Stallion. The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (IWO ARG) and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) is underway in the Atlantic Ocean during a regularly scheduled deployment. The IWO ARG – 22nd MEU(SOC) is America’s 9-1-1 force—lethal, capable, and adaptable—ready to respond to contingency missions around the globe. This force operates 24/7, reassuring our Allies and partners; deterring our adversaries; keeping the world’s oceans free and open in accordance with international standards; and projecting power on a global scale through sustained operations at sea. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brendan Watt)
Date Taken: | 08.25.2025 |
Date Posted: | 08.26.2025 12:00 |
Photo ID: | 9276891 |
VIRIN: | 250825-N-RQ053-2007 |
Resolution: | 3149x2099 |
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Location: | ATLANTIC OCEAN |
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