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U.S. Marines with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare to take off in an MH-60S Knighthawk assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC) Squadron 25, during fast roping in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 30, 2026. Marines and Sailors conducted fast-rope training to enhance air-to-ground insertion capabilities for operations in support of the 31st MEU. The 31st MEU is a persistent, combat credible force operating aboard the ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 7th fleet area of operations, routinely interacting and operating with our allies and partners to contribute to deterrence, security, crisis response, and combat operations in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Victor Gurrola)
| Date Taken: | 01.29.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 02.09.2026 05:05 |
| Photo ID: | 9513173 |
| VIRIN: | 260130-M-MH864-1035 |
| Resolution: | 7977x5321 |
| Size: | 3.96 MB |
| Location: | PHILIPPINE SEA |
| Web Views: | 7 |
| Downloads: | 0 |
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