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    Cocom: USNORTHCOM 
    Unit: LHD-8 
    A Marine Corps instructor is conducting a leadership training class for a group of Marines seated in blue chairs. The presentation displayed on a large screen is titled 'Fundamentals of Marine Corps Leadership,' covering leadership principles in action. The setting appears to be a briefing room or classroom aboard a ship or military facility.

    U.S.M.C. First Sergeant Conducts a Leadership Seminar

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    A tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is being maneuvered on the flight deck of a naval vessel with its rotors folded for storage. Ground crew members in colored jerseys are guiding the aircraft as it is towed by a yellow aircraft tug. The scene takes place over open water, visible in the background beyond the ship's deck edge.

    U.S. Navy Sailors Move an MV-22B Osprey

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage (MARPAT) uniform is holding a microphone and pointing outward, appearing to be performing or emceeing an event aboard what appears to be a naval vessel. A second Marine is visible in the background, smiling. The setting appears to be an interior compartment of a ship with visible electrical panels, cables, and industrial infrastructure.

    MKI Karaoke Night

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A person wearing a dark navy blue military uniform is speaking or singing into a handheld microphone in what appears to be the interior of a naval vessel. The individual has a name tag on their uniform and appears to be addressing or performing for a group of people visible in the background. The setting is an enclosed, industrial-style space with fluorescent lighting mounted on a low ceiling.

    MKI Karaoke Night

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A U.S. Navy sailor in dark blue uniform is speaking into a microphone aboard what appears to be a naval vessel, addressing a seated audience of military personnel. The speaker is bald with visible tattoos on both arms and is wearing a name tag. The audience, consisting of sailors and Marines in various uniforms, appears engaged and amused.

    MKI Karaoke Night

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    Two military personnel in tactical gear are engaged in a briefing session aboard what appears to be a naval vessel. One individual in camouflage uniform is pointing at a whiteboard displaying a tactical diagram with arrows and lines. The setting is an interior compartment of a ship, identifiable by exposed pipes, industrial fittings, and overhead lighting.

    13th MEU Tactical Movement Training on USS Makin Island

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    Three U.S. Marines in combat gear are conducting weapons training or instruction aboard the USS Makin Island (LHD-8), a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship. The Marines are wearing MARPAT camouflage uniforms and tactical vests while handling rifles, with one Marine appearing to instruct the others on weapon handling techniques. The setting is the ship's well deck or vehicle storage bay, identifiable by the ship's name banner and military vehicles visible in the background.

    13th MEU Tactical Movement Training on USS Makin Island

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    Three U.S. Marines in full combat gear are conducting a training exercise aboard the USS Makin Island (LHD-8), a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship. They are in the ship's well deck or vehicle bay, aiming rifles in a tactical formation. The ship's name and hull designation are clearly visible on a sign in the background.

    13th MEU Tactical Movement Training on USS Makin Island

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    Two military personnel in combat gear and camouflage uniforms are conducting a close-quarters battle (CQB) training exercise in what appears to be the interior of a naval vessel. They are moving in a tactical formation around a blue padded barrier while holding assault rifles with optics. Additional personnel are visible in the background observing the drill.

    13th MEU Tactical Movement Training on USS Makin Island

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A military beach landing operation is depicted, showing a Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft numbered '78' on the left and a wheeled armored fighting vehicle in desert camouflage in the center-background. Several military personnel are visible near the armored vehicle on a sandy beach terrain. The scene appears to be an amphibious assault exercise or operation.

    Marines Conduct Simulated Beach Raid at Camp Pendleton

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A military amphibious operation is underway on a sandy beach, featuring a camouflaged wheeled armored vehicle (likely an LAV-25 or similar) on the left and a landing craft on the right. Several personnel in military uniforms are visible between the two vehicles on the beach. The terrain consists of sandy dunes with sparse vegetation under a partly cloudy sky.

    Marines Conduct Simulated Beach Raid at Camp Pendleton

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) designated LCAC-167 is beached on a sandy shoreline, likely during an amphibious landing operation or exercise. Several personnel in military uniforms are visible near the craft's ramp, and at least one military vehicle is loaded on the deck. The image is taken in strong backlit conditions, creating silhouette effects against a partly cloudy sky.

    L-CAC 64 Takes Part In Simulated Marine Raid

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A military Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft has beached on a sandy shoreline with its bow ramp lowered. The craft is loaded with multiple tan/coyote-colored military tactical vehicles, likely Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs), with personnel visible on and around them. This appears to be an amphibious assault or beach landing exercise.

    L-CAC 64 Takes Part In Simulated Marine Raid

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A worker wearing a yellow hard hat, hearing protection, and a high-visibility vest marked 'LHD8' observes a large, dimly lit interior space — likely the well deck or vehicle deck of a naval amphibious assault ship (LHD-8, USS Makin Island). The space is filled with haze or smoke and illuminated by rows of overhead lights casting a blue tint. Large mechanical equipment, possibly vehicles or machinery with visible wheels, can be seen in the background.

    Makin Island Welldeck Operations

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    The image is taken from inside the well deck of a naval amphibious assault ship, looking outward toward an approaching Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft on rough, choppy seas. The LCAC is navigating through turbulent water and spray as it prepares to enter the ship's flooded well deck. The perspective emphasizes the massive scale of the well deck opening and the challenging sea conditions.

    Makin Island Welldeck Operations

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft is entering or exiting the well deck of a naval amphibious assault ship. The image is taken from inside the well deck looking outward, with the hovercraft surrounded by spray and mist generated by its lift fans. The dramatic low-light composition highlights the industrial scale of the well deck structure.

    Makin Island Welldeck Operations

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A dark, industrial interior space — likely the well deck of a naval amphibious assault ship — viewed from the stern looking toward an open rear gate with ambient exterior light visible. Two silhouetted craft, consistent with Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft, are positioned side by side near the opening. The scene is dramatically lit with rows of overhead lights on both sides and a blue-tinted light strip on the right wall.

    Makin Island Welldeck Operations

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    Personnel wearing yellow safety helmets, ear protection, and high-visibility vests are working in what appears to be a large enclosed hangar deck, likely aboard a naval vessel or aircraft carrier. The central figure is holding two illuminated orange wands/batons raised in a signaling gesture, consistent with aircraft or vehicle marshaling operations. The environment is dimly lit with hazy atmospheric conditions visible in the background.

    Makin Island Welldeck Operations

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A military instructor in camouflage uniform conducts a classroom briefing for a large group of uniformed Marines in what appears to be a shipboard training room. Multiple attendees have their hands raised in response to a question or prompt from the instructor. Two display screens at the front show a presentation titled 'Fundamentals of Marine Corps Leadership'.

    U.S.M.C. First Sergeant Conducts a Leadership Seminar

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) designated LCAC-43 is coming ashore on a sandy beach, transitioning from water to land. The hovercraft is generating significant spray and mist as it crosses the surf zone. This appears to be an amphibious landing operation or training exercise.

    L-CAC 43 Prepares to Depart Red Beach During Simulated Marine Raid

    Photo by Seaman Apprentice Tomas Zuelke

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC-43) hovercraft is traversing a sandy beach, kicking up dust and sand beneath its air cushion skirt. The vessel bears clear U.S. Navy markings and an American flag on its hull. The scene appears to be a military amphibious landing exercise or operational beach approach.

    L-CAC 43 Prepares to Depart Red Beach During Simulated Marine Raid

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    Two U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft are beached on a sandy shoreline, likely during an amphibious landing exercise or operation. The vehicles show distinctive large propeller fans with red-accented shrouds and military markings. Heavy tire tracks in the sand indicate recent vehicle movement from the landing craft.

    Multiple L-CACs Take Part in a Simulated Marine Raid

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A military beach landing operation is underway, with a Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft beached on a sandy shoreline. A tan/desert-colored HMMWV (Humvee) is being offloaded from the craft's ramp onto the beach. A military personnel member in olive drab uniform is directing the vehicle's movement using hand signals.

    L-CAC 64 Takes Part In Simulated Marine Raid

    Photo by Seaman Apprentice Tomas Zuelke

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A military amphibious landing operation is underway on a sandy beach, with a tan/desert-colored Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) having disembarked from a Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft visible in the background. A service member on the left appears to be directing vehicle traffic. The scene shows tire tracks in the sand and additional military vehicles still on or near the landing craft.

    L-CAC 64 Takes Part In Simulated Marine Raid

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A military beach landing operation is underway, with a tan/desert-colored Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) being guided off what appears to be a Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft onto a sandy beach. A service member in olive drab flight suit is directing the vehicle with hand signals. The terrain features sandy beach with rocky cliffs visible in the background under clear blue skies.

    Marines Conduct Simulated Beach Raid at Camp Pendleton

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    A military amphibious landing craft (LCAC - Landing Craft Air Cushion) has beached on a sandy shoreline, and a tan/desert-colored MRAP-type tactical vehicle (appears to be a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle or similar) is being offloaded down the ramp. A military personnel member in olive green flight suit and hearing protection is directing the vehicle with hand signals. The terrain features sandy beach with rocky cliffs visible in the background under clear blue skies.

    L-CAC 64 Takes Part In Simulated Marine Raid

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    Two U.S. Navy personnel are operating a crew-served machine gun on the deck of a naval vessel at sea. One sailor is feeding an ammunition belt into the weapon while the other observes the operation. Both are wearing tactical gear including ballistic helmets, body armor, and gloves.

    MKI Conducts Live-Fire Exercise

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    A U.S. Navy sailor in red uniform, tactical vest, helmet, and gloves operates a crew-served machine gun mounted on the deck of a naval vessel. A second sailor is visible in the background, also wearing protective gear. The setting appears to be an open-water environment, suggesting a live-fire exercise or security drill aboard ship.

    Navy Sailors Shoot .50 Cal

    Photo by Seaman Apprentice Amaris Timmons

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    An aerial photograph taken from inside a military aircraft showing a weapon system actively firing, with visible muzzle flash and spent casings ejecting. The view looks down over an arid coastal landscape with a curved bay and mountainous terrain meeting the ocean. The image appears to capture a live-fire training exercise over what appears to be a remote coastal range.

    MH-60S Sea Hawk Conducts Live-Fire Missile Shoot

    Photo by Seaman Apprentice Tomas Zuelke

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    An aerial photograph taken from an aircraft shows a large US Navy amphibious assault ship underway at sea, viewed from a slightly elevated angle from the stern-port quarter. The ship features a full-length flight deck with rotary-wing aircraft and ground support vehicles visible on deck. The image is captured during golden hour lighting conditions, creating strong contrast and warm tones across the scene.

    USS Makin Island Transits Pacific Ocean

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    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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