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    Country: Hong Kong 
    Unit: LHD-8 
    A diverse group of people are gathered in what appears to be a classroom setting, engaged in a hands-on craft or paper-folding activity. A young Asian male in a white polo shirt watches attentively as a person in a light blue shirt works with colorful patterned paper. The scene suggests a cultural exchange or workshop event with participants of various backgrounds.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

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    A group of people are seated around a wooden table in a classroom setting, engaged in what appears to be an origami or paper-folding activity. Two men, likely Western visitors or military personnel, are working alongside Asian students, suggesting a cultural exchange program. Red decorative paper with gold polka dots is being folded, possibly into traditional envelopes or origami shapes.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

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    A group of students sit at long tables in what appears to be an art or design classroom, engaged in a lesson or lecture. The foreground student, wearing a white cap and denim jacket, looks attentively toward the front of the room while holding a pen over paper. Several other students are visible in the background, along with storage shelving and a standing figure near the back wall.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

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    A classroom scene showing multiple male students seated at desks, actively writing or drawing on paper. An older male figure, likely an instructor or teacher, is visible in the background leaning over a desk. The image is taken from a low angle, giving a close-up perspective of the students at work.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

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    A man in a red striped polo shirt is handling a small piece of paper or food wrapper at a table with food items, surrounded by students in school uniforms. The setting appears to be a classroom or school cafeteria environment. The students, wearing dark blazers with ties and light blue shirts, are observing or participating in what appears to be a food-related activity or demonstration.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

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    A group of students in school uniforms (light blue shirts and ties) are gathered around a wooden table in what appears to be a home economics or cooking classroom. Two Western adults are participating alongside the students in a hands-on food preparation activity. A female student wearing a purple apron appears to be demonstrating or leading the activity.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

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    A group of students in school uniforms are gathered in what appears to be a school hall or common room, engaged in conversation with a young man wearing a white polo shirt and backpack. The uniformed students are wearing light blue shirts with dark ties and vests, suggesting a formal school dress code. The setting appears to be an educational institution, possibly during an event, orientation, or informal discussion session.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

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    A group of people are playing table tennis in what appears to be a school gymnasium or recreational hall. Two players on one side face two players on the opposite side, with a ping pong ball visibly in motion above the net. The setting includes bulletin boards with Chinese text and posters in the background.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

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    A group of Boy Scouts and adult chaperones pose for a group photo inside the vehicle deck of a large military naval vessel, likely a amphibious transport or landing ship. Several military Humvees are parked in rows behind the group, illuminated by overhead lighting. The setting appears to be an organized tour or educational visit to the ship.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

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    A formal military ceremony or reception is taking place aboard what appears to be a U.S. Navy ship, likely the USS Makin Island (LHD-8) based on the visible ship insignia on the left wall. A man in a dark suit is speaking at a wooden podium on a raised red-carpeted stage, addressing a large audience of military personnel in dress uniforms and civilians. The hangar bay is decorated with international maritime signal flags and unit insignia banners.

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    A U.S. Marines service member in digital camouflage uniform is briefing a group of Boy Scouts and their accompanying adults inside what appears to be the interior of a military vessel or facility. Several scouts are wearing the traditional tan Boy Scouts of America uniforms with neckerchiefs, patches, and merit badges visible. The setting appears to be an official tour or educational visit to a military installation.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

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    A group of Boy Scouts and civilians pose for a photo on the flight deck of a US Navy aircraft carrier with a naval aviator wearing a yellow flight vest. An American flag is visible being held in the background, and a city skyline with mountains — consistent with Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour — is visible in the distance. A military aircraft with the number '55' is partially visible on the left side of the frame.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

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    A group of Boy Scouts and adult chaperones are receiving a guided tour on the flight deck of a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship. A uniformed Navy or Marine Corps personnel member is gesturing and explaining something to the group. A military helicopter (partially visible in the foreground) is chained to the deck, and the ship's island superstructure displays an American eagle graphic with the warning 'BEWARE OF JET BLAST AND ROTORS.'

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

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    Makin Island Hosts Reception, Concludes Port Visit in Hong Kong

    Makin Island Hosts Reception, Concludes Port Visit in Hong Kong

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    A U.S. Navy officer in dress white uniform delivers a speech at a podium during a formal military ceremony. The event appears to be held aboard or associated with USS Makin Island (LHD-8), as indicated by the ship's banner and motto 'Gung Ho' visible in the background. A group of military personnel and civilians are gathered in attendance.

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    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Eric Zeak

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    A large group of approximately 60-80 people, appearing to be a mix of Asian and Western individuals of various ages, pose for a group photo on an outdoor basketball court. The setting appears to be a school or educational institution in a Chinese-speaking region, likely Hong Kong, based on the traditional Chinese characters displayed on vertical banners. The gathering suggests a cultural exchange, school visit, or international program event.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Clark Lane

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    A man wearing a black cap and blue shirt is speaking and gesturing to a group of young people seated in what appears to be a school or public library. The audience consists of approximately 15-20 teenagers and at least one adult, all attentively listening to the presenter. The setting suggests an educational talk, author visit, or informational session.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Clark Lane

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    A diverse group of approximately 10 people are gathered on an outdoor basketball court, all pointing in the same direction in a coordinated pose. The group appears to be participating in a team-building or group activity, likely in an urban Asian setting based on the surrounding architecture. The atmosphere is playful and energetic, with participants of various ages and ethnicities engaged together.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

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    A military personnel member wearing a yellow safety vest is giving a guided tour to a group of Boy Scouts on what appears to be the flight deck of a US Navy/Marine Corps vessel. Several AV-8B Harrier jump jets with 'MARINES' markings are visible in the background. The group includes youth in Boy Scout uniforms accompanied by adult chaperones.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Devin Langer

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    Four young men are playing basketball on an outdoor court with a green surface. One player is actively dribbling the ball while others are in defensive or observational stances. The setting appears to be an urban recreational court surrounded by a decorative white wall and trees.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Clark Lane

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

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    Three individuals are posing together in what appears to be a school library with Chinese-language signage, likely in Hong Kong. They are holding a commemorative plaque engraved with 'USS Makin Island (LHD-8)', a USS Makin Island baseball cap, and a school pennant/flag. This appears to be a ceremonial exchange or goodwill visit between U.S. Navy personnel and a local school.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

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    A basketball game is being played on an outdoor court surrounded by a multi-story building with Chinese-language banners visible on the right side, suggesting an Asian urban setting, likely Hong Kong or mainland China. Several young men of mixed ethnicities are actively playing, with one player in a yellow jersey dribbling while being defended. Spectators are seated in the background near a blue canopy tent.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Clark Lane

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    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage uniform is briefing a group of Boy Scouts and youth visitors about military equipment inside what appears to be a military vessel or hangar. The group is gathered around heavy military hardware including what appears to be an artillery piece or weapons system, with a USMC-marked military truck visible in the background. The setting suggests an educational tour or outreach event.

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Visits Hong Kong

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    A male sailor wearing glasses and a dark uniform is looking through a bearing circle or alidade mounted on a ship's bridge wing. The vessel appears to be a naval warship, likely an aircraft carrier or large surface combatant, positioned near a coastline with mountains visible in the background. The sailor is also holding a radio handset, suggesting he is conducting navigation or watchstanding duties.

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    A person in a black jacket is using binoculars while standing on an elevated position aboard what appears to be a naval vessel. The individual is looking out toward a body of water with mountainous coastline and a distant urban area visible on the horizon. The ship's deck equipment and superstructure are visible below the observer's vantage point.

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    A U.S. Navy sailor, identifiable by the eagle rating badge on his uniform, stands on the deck of a naval vessel holding a handheld device — likely a GPS or radio — extended outward. A second crew member is visible in the background operating equipment on the ship's bridge wing. The vessel appears to be navigating coastal waters with mountainous terrain and urban structures visible in the distance.

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    A uniformed military personnel, appearing to be a U.S. Navy sailor in digital blue camouflage (NWU Type I), stands at attention on the deck of a naval vessel while holding a rifle. The sailor is equipped with tactical gear including a vest and backpack, standing watch over a body of water with a fog-shrouded island visible in the background. The scene suggests a security watch or port approach detail.

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    A person wearing a black jacket and communication headset stands on the deck of a naval vessel, scanning the horizon through binoculars in foggy conditions. A red 'DANGER AREA' warning sign is visible in the foreground, along with ship railings and equipment. The overcast, misty weather significantly reduces visibility over the open water.

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    A senior naval officer is addressing a large group of military personnel while holding a microphone. He is wearing a dark navy uniform with a name tag and a black baseball cap bearing an American flag patch and what appears to be a ship's insignia. The audience consists of sailors and soldiers in various uniforms, gathered in formation to listen to the speaker.

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    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Mathew Diendorf

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    A view through a large rectangular porthole or ship window looking out over open sea toward a cluster of islands in the distance. The water is a blue-green color with light chop, and the atmosphere is hazy with partial cloud cover. A small vessel is faintly visible on the far left horizon.

    Makin Island Hong Kong Port Visit

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Mathew Diendorf

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