Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Jon Thomsen, assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), utilizes signal batons to direct Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) 57, attached to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, during well deck operations April 18, 2026. Essex is currently underway conducting routine operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Aaron J. Rolle)
| Date Taken: | 04.18.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.27.2026 20:43 |
| Photo ID: | 9644127 |
| VIRIN: | 260418-N-GN902-1127 |
| Resolution: | 4145x2763 |
| Size: | 1.4 MB |
| Location: | PACIFIC OCEAN, PACIFIC OCEAN |
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