Alligator Dagger, led by Naval Amphibious Force, Task Force 51/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (TF 51/5), is an amphibious combat rehearsal that provides familiarity with the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations and ensures tactical proficiency for incoming subordinate TF 51/5 commands.<br />
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This combat rehearsal will provide an opportunity to enhance capabilities in critical mission sets inherent to the U.S. Navy-Marine Corps and our allies. Recurring training opportunities support the professional development of our forces and supports military-to-military relationship development.<br />
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Stay tuned for more information about the upcoming iteration in April 2018.
DJIBOUTI (Sept. 21, 2017) – The 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and the America Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) concluded Exercise Alligator Dagger, the largest regional amphibious combat rehearsal, Sept. 20.
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Sept. 20, 2017) — The Chiefs Mess and Afloat Recreation Program (AFP) committee, formerly known as Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), teamed up with the Junior Enlisted Association aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) to host a steel beach picnic for the crew on the ship’s flight deck, Sept. 16.