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MANILA BAY, Philippines (Oct. 05, 2009) Sailors assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5 and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) disembark from Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1631 during an equipment and supply offload. The amphibious dock landing ships USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) and USS Tortuga (LSD 46) are supporting humanitarian efforts in the wake of Typhoon Ketsana at the request of the Republic of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua J. Wahl/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 6, 2009) Engineman 2nd Class Victor Chavez, assigned to the amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), tests fuel before flight operations. Blue Ridge is the flagship for Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cynthia Griggs/Released)

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PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Sept. 4, 2009) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Ganiu Jubrila shows strawberry and chocolate russe cakes made for the final exam of the Principles of Baking course at Tidewater Community College. Culinary specialists assigned to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth attending the culinary arts courses prepared desserts and puff pastry-encased meats, which were served to galley patrons. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William R. Heimbuch/Released)

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Oct. 3, 2009) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Ray Mabus greets U.S. Naval Academy midshipmen before the start of a college football game against the U.S. Air Force Academy at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin S. O'Brien/Released)

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YOKOTA AIR FORCE BASE, Japan (Oct. 4, 2009) Tech. Sgt. Sherri Nel, assigned to 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron, measures the height of a pallet of medical supplies to be delivered to Padang, Indonesia after an earthquake struck the region. The humanitarian assistance is being delivered as part of a U.S. Air Force Humanitarian Assistance Rapid Response Team effort. (U.S. Air Force photo/Released)

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YOKOTA AIR FORCE BASE, Japan (Oct. 4, 2009) Air Force Staff Sgt. Marla Musni, assigned to 374th Medical Support Squadron, verifies an inventory label on a pallet of medical supplies to be delivered to Padang, Indonesia after an earthquake struck the region. The humanitarian assistance is being delivered as part of a U.S. Air Force Humanitarian Assistance Rapid Response Team effort. (U.S. Air Force photo/Released)

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GREAT LAKES, Ill. (Sept. 25, 2009) Lt. Col. Martine Dierckx, from the Belgian Armed Forces, looks over the shoulders of Fireman Brittany Trotter and Fireman Whitney Adams, both from Atlanta, in the Center for Naval Engineering Learning site at Training Support Center. Dierckx is part of the Corps of Foreign Naval Attaches visiting Recruit Training Command and Training Support Center. (U.S. Navy photo by Scott A. Thornbloom/Released)

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PENSACOLA, Fla. (Oct. 2, 2009) Chief Cryptologic Technician (Technical) Michael D. Miller, Damage Controlman 2nd Class Shundrea T. Richardson and Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 1st Class Cassandra L. Foote, instructors at the Center for Information Dominance (CID) Corry Station, install a Combined Federal Campaign status sign near the main gate at Corry Station. The staff and students at CID Corry Station donated more than $78,000 for the 2009 CFC Campaign, more than double their goal of $38,000. (U.S. Navy photo by Gary Nichols/Released)

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Oct. 5, 2009) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Amanda Valenzuela, assigned to Navy Operational Support Center Albuquerque, gives an infant a Navy bear as part of a Caps For Kids visit to the pediatric department of Presbyterian Hospital during Albuquerque Navy Week. Twenty-one Navy Weeks are planned across America in 2009. Navy Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Lucy M. Quinn/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 4, 2009) Members of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) visit, board, search and seizure team and U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Safety and Security Team (MSST) 91104 approach a fishing vessel near Anzio during a maritime security operation. Anzio is the flagship for Combined Task Force 151, a multinational task force established to conduct counter-piracy operations off the coast of Somalia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Matthew Bash/Released)

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MANILA BAY, Philippines (Oct. 6, 2009) Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) prepare to chalk and chain an incoming U.S. Marine Corps CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua J. Wahl/Release

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MANILA BAY, Philippines (Oct. 6, 2009) Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) secure a U.S. Marine Corps CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter during flight operations. Harpers Ferry and embarked elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit are supporting humanitarian efforts in the wake of Tropical Storm Ketsana at the request of the Republic of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua J. Wahl/Released)

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MANILA (Oct. 5, 2009) Members of the U.S. Armed Forces and the Armed Forces of the Philippines deliver family food packs donated by local businesses and private organizations to aid communities affected by Tropical Storm Ketsana at the request of the government of the Republic of the Philippines. . (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Marie Matarlo/Released)

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MANILA BAY, Philippines (Oct. 7, 2009) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) conducts flight operations in Manila Bay. Tortuga, the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) are supporting humanitarian efforts in the wake of tropical storm Ketsana at the request of the Republic of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua J. Wahl/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 5, 2009) Sailors assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) watch as a landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) from Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5 launches from the well deck. Tortuga, the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) are supporting humanitarian assistance efforts in the wake of Tropical Storm Ketsana at the request of the Republic of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Geronimo Aquino/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 6, 2009) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102, lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during the first day of flight operations. George Washington is getting underway from Fleet Activities Yokosuka following a one-month maintenance and repair period. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jacob D. Moore/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 7, 2009) Sailors assigned to the flight deck crew of the amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) watch the sunset and the arrival of an SH-60F Sea Hawk helicopter before manning flight quarters. Blue Ridge is the flagship for Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cynthia Griggs/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 4, 2009) The Military Sealift Command dry cargo ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) moves into position for a replenishment at sea with the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) with an MV-22B Osprey on Bataan's flight deck. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) is conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Tony Sisti/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 5, 2009) The multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) is anchored during well deck operations off the coast of North Carolina. The Wasp crew of approximately 1,100 Sailors and 365 embarked Marines are preparing for a three-month Southern Partnership Station deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David Smart/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 7, 2009) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class James Wilkerson mans a 25-mm machine gun during a combat systems training team environment aboard the amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 7, 2009) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class James Hysons, Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Brandon Field and Yeoman 3rd Class Darryl Brooks man a 25-mm machine gun during a combat systems training team environment aboard the amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes/Released)

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U.S. Army Soldiers with Company B, 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, patrol the Korengal Valley in Afghanistan's Kunar province, Oct. 1. The Fort Carson, Colo., based Soldiers, deployed to the remote mountain valley, work closely with Afghan government and security forces to improve the lives of its inhabitants.
(Photo by Sgt. Matthew Moeller : Combined Joint Task Force - 82 PAO)

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Photos a little dated but sweet!

Hey TerraN_EmpirE !! Check out these pics..Describe this gear! Sweet isn't it??!! I'd wish they get rid of the rubber ducks...

U.S. Special Forces Soldiers train Romanian and Hungarian forces at the military operations in urban terrain facility March 18, 2009, managed by the 7th Army Joint Multinational Training Command at Stuttgart Training Support Center in Stuttgart, Germany. The exercise is running from March 16 through 25, 2009. (U.S. Army photo by Martin Greeson/Released)

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PADANG, Indonesia (Oct. 9, 2009) U.S. Air Force personnel and U.S. Marines unload a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assign to the Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 265 with relief supplies for remote areas of west Sumatra, Indonesia following two earthquakes. Amphibious Force Seventh Fleet is directing the U.S. military response to a request from the Indonesian government for assistance and support for humanitarian efforts. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Byron C. Linder/Released)

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PADANG, Indonesia (Oct. 7, 2009) U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Lugo, assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Group, points out damaged aviation navigation aids during a meeting at Ta Bing Air Field. Indonesian and U.S. airmen met to discuss the restoration of aviation navigation aids to facilitate flight operations supporting humanitarian relief efforts in Padang. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Greg Johnson/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 8, 2009) Chief Hull Maintenance Technician Rodney Booker, a damage control training team member, evacuates the fire room during a major fuel oil leak drill aboard the amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). Blue Ridge is the flagship for Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 5, 2009) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Drew Murray, from Titan, Texas, keeps watch at the magazine station for the 5-inch MK-41 gun aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67). Cole is participating in Exercise Joint Warrior 09-2, a United Kingdom-led, multinational and multi-warfare exercise designed to improve interoperability between allied navies as well as to prepare for a role in combined operations during upcoming deployments. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew Bookwalter/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 8, 2009) Aviation Machinist Mate Airman Bryan Cooper from Edenton, N.C., assigned to the Warlords of Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 51, tightens the tail rotor blades of an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter aboard guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Byron C. Linder/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 8, 2009) Lt. Cmdr. Chris Peyton Assistant Navigator assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) guides Quartermaster 3rd Class Alexander Davis in plotting a safe navigation course. George Washington is currently underway supporting security and stability in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Rachel N. Hatch/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 8, 2009) Sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) conduct a vertical replenishment with an SA-330 Puma helicopter assigned to the Military Sealift Command combat stores ship USNS San Jose (TAFS 7). Harpers Ferry, the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) are supporting humanitarian efforts at the request of the government of the Republic of the Philippines after two major storms struck the region. (U.S. Navy photos/Released)

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NORFOLK (Oct. 7, 2009) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Corey Evans, assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Carr (FFG 52), proposes to his girlfriend minutes after returning home from a six-month deployment. Carr was deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility supporting counter-illicit trafficking and theater security cooperation objectives. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Goodwin/Released)

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The 'Thunderbirds' US Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron fly as they practice at Don Muang airport in Bangkok on October 9, 2009. The Thunderbirds will perform to the public during an air show on October 10.

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U.S. Army's Able troop, 3rd Squadron, 71st Cavalry, of the 10th Mountain Division based in Fort Drum, New York, patrol with Afghan soldiers October 12, 2009 in Logar province, Afghanistan.

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bd popeye said:

Photos a little dated but sweet!

Hey TerraN_EmpirE !! Check out these pics..Describe this gear! Sweet isn't it??!! I'd wish they get rid of the rubber ducks...

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all the Carbines Are M4's but not live ones the blue barrels are for safety and won't shoot live ammo only sim-muntions that's also why some are wearing masks and all are wearing goggles.
the Uniform in the first is British DPM Woodland or is it? it's not It's Close but A indigenous Romanian Pattern is not DPM. and the ACU guy the helmets look too be PASGT "Fritz" with out covers the Vests look British too.
The second pic has Hungarian Military woodland darker then most, And A different Vest hard too ID...
The Rest of the pics are an Army unit in Room clearing the Vests are Eagle MBAV's a lighter Socom issued vested that offers ome of the same protecton as the IOTV's helmets are uncovered ACH's in Tan a few close ups show EOtech sights and An peq-2a Laser pointers.

Thanks for your outstanding eyeball on that gear TNEE!

General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. and NATO military chief in Afghanistan, speaks to an unidentified man during a memorial ceremony for Afghan security forces who were killed fighting Taliban insurgents, at the Afghan parliament house in Kabul October 14, 2009

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A U.S. Marine with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment reaches for more rounds during an attack at Patrol Base Bracha in the Garmsir district of Helmand province, Afghanistan, on Oct. 9, 2009. The Marines are deployed with Regimental Combat Team 3, whose mission is to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with Afghan security forces in southern Afghanistan. DoD photo by Sgt. Pete Thibodeau, U.S. Marine Corps. (Released)

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U.S. Marines fire at enemy forces during an attack on Patrol Base Bracha in the Garmsir district in Helmand province, Afghanistan, Oct. 9, 2009. The Marines, assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, are deployed with Regimental Combat Team 3. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Pete Thibodeau

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U.S Army soldiers cross the Arghandab River to assist Afghanistan police on a humanitarian mission in Kashani village in Zabul province, Afghanistan, Oct. 9, 2009. The soldiers are assigned to Company A, 1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Tia P. Sokimson

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- A U.S. Navy F-18 Hornet aircraft receives fuel from a KC-10A Extender aircraft during a mission over Afghanistan, Oct. 5, 2009. The KC-10A crew is assigned to the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael B. Keller

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NEW ORLEANS (Oct. 13, 2009) Members of the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans honor guard render honors to the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) New York (LPD 21) as the ship transits the Mississippi River & under the maneuvers under the New Orleans Crescent City Connection bridge on the Mississippi River after departing Northrop Grumman Ship Systems in Avondale, La. New York has 7.5 tons of steel from the World Trade Center in her bow, and is scheduled to be commissioned Nov. 7 in New York. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John P. Curtis/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Oct. 13, 2009) The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) transits towards Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for a scheduled port visit on the U.S. Navy's 234th birthday, Oct. 13. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is on a routine deployment, operating in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joshua Scott/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 13, 2009) An AS332 Super Puma helicopter assigned to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) departs the guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) during a vertical replenishment. McCampbell is underway as part of Amphibious Force U.S. 7th Fleet at the request of the Indonesian government for assistance and support for humanitarian efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Byron C. Linder/Released)

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DILI, Timor-Leste (Oct. 14, 2009) A landing craft, air cushion assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5 embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) prepares to land on a beach in Timor-Leste to offload Marines in support of Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2009. Sailors from the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are participating in MAREX 2009, a multilateral exercise that promotes cooperation through civic action programs and training with the Timor-Leste and Australian militaries. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g Timothy Hawkins/Released)

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DILI, Timor-Leste (Oct. 14, 2009) Members of Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5 embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) unload U.S. Marine Corps. vehicles from a landing craft air cushion on a beach in Timor-Leste during Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2009. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Timothy Hawkins/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 9, 2009) Sailors assigned to the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) and embarked Marines from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) move an MV-22B Osprey on the ship's flight deck. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group is conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility and the 22nd MEU is serving as the theater reserve force for U.S. Central Command. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Tony Sisti/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 10, 2009) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 takes off from the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during flight operations supporting Bright Star 2009. The multinational exercise is designed to improve readiness, interoperability, and strengthen military and professional relationships among U.S., Egyptian and several other participating forces. Bright Star is a biennial exercise conducted by U.S. Central Command. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stephen Oleksiak/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 10, 2009) An AV-8B Harrier, assigned to Marine Medium Tilitrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU), lands aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during flight operations supporting Bright Star 2009. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stephen Oleksiak/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 13, 2009) Machinist's Mate Fireman Maria Cortez, right, waits for Culinary Specialist Seaman Apprentice Torrance Davis to serve her a slice of roasted pig during the 234th Navy Birthday celebration aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph H. Moon/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Oct. 13, 2009) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) man the rails as the ship pulls into Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Ronald Reagan is Pearl Harbor for a scheduled port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)

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EARL HARBOR (Sept. 13, 2009) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) render honors to the USS Arizona Memorial. Ronald Reagan is in Pearl Harbor for a scheduled port visit. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is on a routine deployment in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chelsea Kennedy/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 13, 2009) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Dambusters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 catches the #2 arresting wire aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during routine flight operations. George Washington, the Navy's only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier, is underway supporting security and stability in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist John M. Harrington/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Oct. 14, 2009) The Executive officer of the USS Ronald Reagan CVN-76, Capt. Ronald Ravelo, reviews logistics with Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Jennifer Sannicolascapeda on the bridge of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) as the ship transits into Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Ronald Reagan is in Pearl Harbor for a scheduled port visit. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is on a routine deployment in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Lex T. Wenberg/Released)

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DILI, Timor-Leste (Oct. 14, 2009) Personnel embark on a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 166 (Reinforced) aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) in support of Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2009. Sailors assigned to the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are participating in MAREX 2009, a multilateral exercise that promotes cooperation through civic action programs and training with the Timor-Leste and Australian militaries. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph Seavey/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 11, 2009) A landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4 prepares to enter the well deck of the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group is participating in Exercise Bright Star 2009. The multinational exercise is designed to improve readiness and interoperability among U.S., Egyptian and participating forces. The biennial exercise is conducted by U.S. Central Command. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan Steinhour/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 11, 2009) An MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during Exercise Bright Star 2009. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julio Rivera/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 11, 2009) Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) identify a low-pressure air valve on the flight deck of the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during Exercise Bright Star 2009. T (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Tony Sisti/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 11, 2009) A Marine assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) jogs on the flight deck of the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during Exercise Bright Star 2009. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Tony Sisti/Released)

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ALEXANDRIA, Egypt (Oct. 12, 2009) Marines and Sailors assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU), the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and coalition forces conduct an amphibious landing demonstration at Egyptian beaches near Alexandria during Exercise Bright Star 2009. (U.S. Marine Corps & US Navy photos /Released)

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Staff Sgt. Christopher McFedries checks his decontamination kit while wearing his chemical suit during the operational readiness inspection Oct. 13, 2009, at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England. The inspection tests Airmen's abilities to operate in a wartime environment. Sergeant McFedries is assigned to the 100th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Christopher L. Ingersoll)

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PADANG, Indonesia (Oct. 14, 2009) The last ground troops leave the command post at Ta Bing Airfield after completing Indonesian humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. The U.S. troops delivered more than 182 tons of food, water and medical supplies to earthquake victims and treated nearly 2,000 patients at the Humanitarian Assistance Rapid Response Team field hospital in Padang. The mission was conducted at the request of the Indonesian government. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Greg Johnson/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (Oct. 14, 2009) The battleship USS Missouri (BB 63) arrives at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard to begin a three-month, $18 million effort of extensive maintenance and preservation work. Missouri is the last battleship made by the U.S., and was the site of Japan's unconditional surrender ending World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Mark Logico/Released)

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YELLOW SEA (Oct. 13, 2009) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits and the Republic of Korea navy Aegis destroyer Sejong the Great (DDG KDX 991) during a bilateral exercise. George Washington, the Navy's only permanently forward deployed aircraft carrier, is underway supporting security and stability in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeffrey Stewart/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 14, 2009) Lt. j.g. Justin Short, from Kingsport, Tenn., looks over navigational charts with Quartermaster Seaman Apprentice Stephane Razoarreola, from Levern, Tenn., on the bridge of the guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67). Cole is participating in Exercise Joint Warrior 09-2, a United Kingdom-led, multi-national exercise designed to improve interoperability between allied navies as well as to prepare for a role in combined operations during upcoming deployments. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew Bookwalter/Released)

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 13, 2009) Seaman Jonathan Robles, assigned to the deck department of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), adds the finishing touches to a mural of the TBM Avenger torpedo plane flown by former U.S. President George H.W. Bush. The mural depicts the squadron patch for Torpedo Squadron (VT) 51, the squadron Bush served with in World War II, and is part of the forecastle beautification project. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian M. Brooks/Released)

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BREMERTON, Wash. (Oct. 8, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Alfred Ranili, from Hayward, Calif., tightens a retainer rail bolt on catapult three on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is taking part in a continuous incremental availability in its homeport at Bremerton, Wash. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bryan Ilyankoff/Released)

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BREMERTON, Wash. (Oct. 8, 2009) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Anthony Gallo, right, from Olean, N.Y., salutes and shows his identification card to Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Abe Haw, from Crosby Ironton, Minn., the assistant junior officer of the deck, as he requests permission to come aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is taking part in a continuous incremental availability in its homeport at Bremerton, Wash. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bryan Ilyankoff/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (Oct. 1, 2009) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) transits the Gulf of Aden. Anzio is the flagship for Combined Task Force 151, a multinational task force established to conduct counter-piracy operations off the coast of Somalia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kristopher Wilson/Released)

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Marines with the Marine Forces Reserve Ceremonial Band from New Orleans perform at the 65th Annual Columbus Day Parade in New York City, Oct. 12, 2009. Thousands cheered as the band played patriotic musical selections while marching up Fifth Avenue. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl Clifton D. Sams)
Photo Date Taken: 10/12/2009
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