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    USCGC Bertholf conducts Gunnery Exercise [Image 6 of 8]

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    Three personnel in tactical gear and helmets are operating a mounted machine gun on the deck of a naval or coast guard vessel at sea. Spent brass casings are scattered across the deck, indicating recent or ongoing live-fire exercise. The personnel are wearing body armor, hearing protection, and gloves consistent with a weapons qualification or training drill.

    UNITED STATES

    08.25.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Trinity Whalen 

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

    A U.S. Coast Guard crew member aboard Legend-class maritime security cutter USCGC Bertholf (WMSL 750), fires an M2-A1 .50 caliber machine gun during a gunnery exercise in the Indo-Pacific Ocean, Aug. 27, 2026. Bertholf is forward-deployed and currently assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. 7th Fleet, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy photo by Seaman Cole Ford)

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    Date Taken: 08.25.2026
    Date Posted: 09.09.2026 17:27
    Photo ID: 9912548
    VIRIN: 260826-G-KC247-1008
    Resolution: 3936x2624
    Size: 1.96 MB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 3
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    A military or naval personnel member in tactical gear is aiming a belt-fed machine gun mounted on what appears to be a naval vessel deck. The individual is wearing a black tactical helmet, balaclava, protective eyewear, body armor, and a red long-sleeve shirt with tan tactical gloves. At least one additional personnel member in similar red attire is visible in the background.
    The image shows a belt-fed machine gun mounted on what appears to be a naval vessel, with a linked ammunition belt loaded and ready. A safety/operating instructions placard is visible on the left side of the mount. The weapon is positioned overlooking open ocean water, consistent with a shipboard defensive or offensive weapons station.
    Two heavily armed personnel in black tactical gear are positioned at a mounted machine gun on the deck of a vessel at sea. The individual on the right displays a visible badge and 'U.S.' insignia on their vest, indicating a federal law enforcement affiliation. The scene appears to be a training exercise or operational readiness drill aboard a government vessel.
    Three United States Coast Guard personnel are on the deck of a vessel, wearing tactical gear including black helmets, body armor, and red long-sleeve shirts. They appear to be conducting weapons training or maintenance on a mounted automatic weapon system. One personnel's name tape reads 'SERRANO' and is visible on their body armor.
    Three U.S. Coast Guard personnel are on the deck of a vessel at sea, handling a belt of ammunition. They are wearing tactical gear including helmets, body armor marked 'USCG' and 'U.S. Coast Guard,' and pink hearing protection ear muffs. The scene appears to be a weapons training or preparation exercise aboard a Coast Guard cutter.
    Three personnel in tactical gear and helmets are operating a mounted machine gun on the deck of a naval or coast guard vessel at sea. Spent brass casings are scattered across the deck, indicating recent or ongoing live-fire exercise. The personnel are wearing body armor, hearing protection, and gloves consistent with a weapons qualification or training drill.
    A United States Coast Guard member is positioned at a mounted weapon system aboard a vessel at sea. The personnel is wearing full protective gear including a tactical helmet, hearing protection, and a body armor vest with 'UNITED STATES COAST GUARD' printed on the back. The scene appears to be a live-fire exercise or weapons readiness drill on open water under overcast conditions.
    A United States Coast Guard member is positioned at a mounted machine gun on the deck of a vessel, firing at a target over open ocean. A water splash or smoke plume is visible in the distance, consistent with an active firing exercise. The scene appears to be a live-fire training or qualification exercise conducted at sea.

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