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    A military or amphibious landing operation is underway, with a backhoe/excavator vehicle driving off the ramp of a landing craft into shallow coastal waters toward a beach. The image is taken from the perspective of the vessel's open bow ramp, showing the vehicle mid-disembarkation in churning surf. Personnel and military vehicles are visible on the shoreline in the background.

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    05.21.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Sozae Victor Miles 

    Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group

    Sailors assigned to Navy Cargo Handling Battalion 1’s Surface Cargo Company and the 2nd Navy Expeditionary Logistics Regiment conduct cargo-handling and ship-to-shore movement operations during Maritime Prepositioning Force Exercise 2026 at Blount Island Command in Jacksonville, Florida, May 2026. NCHB-1 Sailors executed pier-side crane, onload and backload evolutions, while 2nd NELR Sailors augmented the battalion and gained hands-on training to improve interoperability and expeditionary logistics readiness. MPFEX 2026 validated the Navy’s ability to safely move prepositioned equipment from maritime platforms ashore for follow-on employment. (U.S. Navy photo by Yeoman 1st Class Souza VictorMiles)

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    Date Taken: 05.21.2026
    Date Posted: 06.22.2026 13:49
    Photo ID: 9765607
    VIRIN: 260521-N-NO741-1010
    Resolution: 3791x2527
    Size: 2.3 MB
    Location: US
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    The image shows the interior of a large cargo or military vessel where a dark-colored pickup truck is being lowered by crane rigging through an open deck hatch. Several workers in hard hats and safety vests are guiding the vehicle during the loading or unloading operation. The scene takes place on a multi-deck ship with a wide, open vehicle deck painted blue.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms and safety gear are conducting a vehicle offload or onload operation at a naval port facility. A green military tactical truck is suspended by crane cables over a vessel deck while sailors manage guide ropes to control the load. The operation appears to be taking place at a busy harbor with additional vessels visible in the background.
    A large port crane is lifting a military truck (appears to be a heavy tactical vehicle) onto or off of a large vessel or dock structure. Multiple workers in high-visibility safety gear and hard hats are on the deck, guiding the operation with tag lines. The setting appears to be a military or commercial port facility on a clear, sunny day.
    Several U.S. Navy personnel in digital camouflage uniforms (NWU Type III) are gathered at a navigation or operations workstation aboard a naval vessel. They appear to be engaged in coordinated operational activities, with one individual speaking on a radio handset while others review documents and charts. The setting appears to be a ship's bridge or combat information center.
    Military personnel, likely U.S. Navy sailors, are conducting cargo or equipment loading/unloading operations on the deck of a large naval vessel. Workers wearing a mix of camouflage uniforms and high-visibility orange vests are managing what appears to be a vehicle or heavy equipment being lowered through a deck hatch using crane rigging. A red lifeboat or rescue craft is visible suspended on davits in the background.
    A military or amphibious landing operation is underway, with a backhoe/excavator vehicle driving off the ramp of a landing craft into shallow coastal waters toward a beach. The image is taken from the perspective of the vessel's open bow ramp, showing the vehicle mid-disembarkation in churning surf. Personnel and military vehicles are visible on the shoreline in the background.
    U.S. Navy personnel are conducting a fuel transfer or logistics operation on what appears to be a landing craft or ferry deck near a shoreline. A military fuel truck marked 'FLAMMABLE' is positioned on the deck alongside equipment labeled 'USN 51-288' and marked for 'JP-8 OR DL-2 FUEL'. Personnel wearing white hard hats and orange life vests are directing and overseeing the operation.
    A military or industrial port facility photographed from the water, showing a floating causeway or pontoon bridge system with vessels and heavy equipment. A large crane is prominently visible on the right side, and multiple large ships are docked in the background. The scene suggests active logistics or engineering operations at a naval or military installation.
    An aerial view of a military or commercial vessel docked at a port facility, with personnel in high-visibility safety gear conducting loading or unloading operations. A military truck (appears to be an LMTV or similar tactical vehicle) is positioned on the dock near a crane or lifting apparatus. Multiple workers are visible on both the ship deck and the dock, coordinating what appears to be a vehicle offload or onload operation.
    A military logistics operation is underway at a port facility, where a green military tactical vehicle is being lifted by crane from or onto a large vessel. Multiple workers wearing orange safety vests and hard hats are stationed along the ship's deck, coordinating the lift operation. In the background, a staging area on shore contains numerous military vehicles parked in organized rows.
    Military personnel in orange safety vests and hard hats are conducting a cargo loading or unloading operation on what appears to be a large military or cargo vessel at a port facility. A military truck (olive drab, likely a medium tactical vehicle) is being lifted by crane rigging and suspended in the air. The scene depicts a coordinated logistics operation with multiple workers managing lines and overseeing the lift.
    A military or port loading operation is underway at a naval facility, where a dark-colored pickup truck is being lifted by crane using yellow cargo straps onto or off of a large gray military vessel. Multiple workers in high-visibility safety gear and hard hats are visible on the ship's deck and ramp structure. In the background, a staging area contains numerous military vehicles including HMMWVs and other equipment.
    A military or government port loading operation is underway, with a large crane lifting a backhoe/construction vehicle onto or off a gray naval or military cargo vessel. Multiple workers in safety gear are visible on the ship's deck overseeing the operation. A staging area in the background contains numerous military vehicles lined up near warehouse facilities.
    A military olive-drab fuel tanker truck is being lifted by crane rigging against a blue sky backdrop. The truck bears hazmat markings indicating flammable contents and appears to be in the process of being loaded or offloaded, likely at a port or ship. The crane structure and lifting cables are prominently visible in the background.
    A group of workers in high-visibility orange vests and hard hats are stationed along the railing of a large vessel, handling lines and rigging during what appears to be a mooring or docking operation. The workers wear a mix of yellow, blue, and white hard hats, suggesting different roles or ranks. Heavy black straps with shackles hang on the left side of the frame, and a thin line extends outward over the water toward the dock.
    A group of U.S. Navy personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered on what appears to be the bridge or command deck of a naval vessel. A bald individual wearing an orange high-visibility safety vest with an official seal/logo is prominently visible in the foreground, facing the group. The setting suggests a briefing, inspection, or orientation event aboard a ship.
    A group of military personnel and civilian workers are gathered on what appears to be the deck of a large naval or cargo vessel for a briefing or safety meeting. Most participants are wearing orange high-visibility safety vests and yellow hard hats, with several individuals in US Navy digital camouflage (NWU) uniforms. A man in the center appears to be addressing the group, suggesting a pre-work safety brief or operational coordination meeting.

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