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    Amphibious Training Hits the Shores of Zambales, Philippines [Image 4 of 6]

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    Amphibious Training Hits the Shores of Zambales, Philippines

    QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES

    04.14.2009

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Marc Ayalin 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    U.S. Marine Captain Eric Olson, L Company Commander, speaks to both Philippine Marines and Sailors after having completed a mechanized raid April 14, at San Miguel Beach in San Antonio, Zambales, Philippines. The event was part of first stages of training for Balikatan 2009. The bilateral field training exercise included 60 members of the 28th Marine Company from the 28th Marine Company, Marine Battalion Landing Team 8, Philippine Marine Corps and elements of the 31st MEU based out of Okinawa, Japan. Balikatan 2009 is a joint exercise that promotes unity and readiness between the Republic of the Philippines and the United States. The nations' governments are working bilaterally to ensure humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts are efficient and effective. Balikatan is a Tagalog word that means "shoulder-to-shoulder" and characterizes the philosophy and intent behind the activity.

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    Date Taken: 04.14.2009
    Date Posted: 04.17.2009 03:25
    Photo ID: 165671
    VIRIN: 090417-M-4217A-004
    Resolution: 1800x1440
    Size: 1.86 MB
    Location: QUEZON CITY, PH

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