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    U.S. Marines with 3rd Marine Division Rehearse Helicopter Casting Drills [Image 2 of 8]

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    A person wearing military camouflage uniform is handling diving/water operations equipment near what appears to be an inflatable rubber boat. The equipment includes a black Pro-Tec helmet with an ace of spades logo, an orange-lensed diving mask, and a tan/coyote tactical bag. Water droplets are visible on the helmet and boat surface, indicating recent water activity.

    OKINAWA, JAPAN

    07.07.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Robert Blanks 

    3d Marine Division     

    A U.S. Marine from 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, prepares water survival equipment during helicopter casting training at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan, July 8, 2026. Marines from various units across 3rd Marine Division participated in a rehearsal focused on amphibious insertion techniques, open-water movement and cohesion, and Combat Rubber Raiding Craft embarkation procedures. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Robert Blanks)

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    Date Taken: 07.07.2026
    Date Posted: 07.17.2026 05:36
    Photo ID: 9813689
    VIRIN: 260708-M-AU137-1035
    Resolution: 3644x5464
    Size: 2.56 MB
    Location: OKINAWA, JP
    Web Views: 64
    Downloads: 3

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    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting an amphibious beach landing exercise, pushing and maneuvering a black inflatable combat rubber raiding craft (CRRC) through shallow surf onto a sandy beach. The soldiers appear to be U.S. Marines based on their distinctive MARPAT (Marine Pattern) camouflage uniforms. At least one additional inflatable boat is visible in the background, suggesting a coordinated multi-craft training operation.
    A person wearing military camouflage uniform is handling diving/water operations equipment near what appears to be an inflatable rubber boat. The equipment includes a black Pro-Tec helmet with an ace of spades logo, an orange-lensed diving mask, and a tan/coyote tactical bag. Water droplets are visible on the helmet and boat surface, indicating recent water activity.
    A large military helicopter hovers at low altitude over open water, with rotor wash creating significant spray and mist around it. A person is visible suspended below the aircraft on a line or rope, suggesting a hoist or fast-rope insertion/extraction operation. The scene appears to depict a maritime special operations or search-and-rescue training exercise.
    A U.S. Marines CH-53E Super Stallion heavy-lift helicopter is captured in low-altitude flight, kicking up a large dust cloud beneath it. The aircraft bears the 'MARINES' marking and tail number 1539, with rotor wash visibly disturbing debris and vegetation below. The setting appears to be a coastal or tropical environment with dense green trees in the background.
    A group of U.S. Marines in digital camouflage uniforms are loading or unloading a large inflatable rubber combat boat (CRRC) into or out of a CH-53 heavy-lift helicopter. The operation is taking place on a sandy, grassy field surrounded by dense vegetation under a partly cloudy sky. The 'MARINES' marking and U.S. star insignia are clearly visible on the helicopter's fuselage.
    A military service member in full combat gear is photographed from a low angle against a cloudy sky. The individual is wearing woodland MARPAT camouflage uniform, a tactical helmet, body armor, and a respirator/gas mask, and is holding swim fins. The dramatic upward perspective and backlighting create a silhouetted, high-contrast composition suggesting a maritime or amphibious operation context.
    Multiple individuals are visible in turbulent, churning white water, appearing to navigate or struggle through heavy surf or rapids. The persons are wearing dark clothing and at least one appears to be wearing a helmet or protective headgear. The scene suggests a water-based training exercise, rescue operation, or extreme water activity.
    The image shows the interior of a large military helicopter, likely a CH-47 Chinook, with several personnel in flight gear and helmets. A crew member appears to be giving instructions or briefing near the open rear ramp of the aircraft. The scene suggests an active military operation or training exercise with the rear ramp open and bright light visible outside.

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