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    22nd MEU conducts VBSS training

    USS MESA VERDE, USAFRICOM, AT SEA

    05.14.2011

    Photo by Cpl. John Raufmann 

    22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit

    Marines with Force Reconnaissance Platoon, Battalion Landing Team, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, wait on a rigid hull inflatable boat and prepare to execute a simulated enhanced vessel board, search and seizure aboard USS Barry, May 14, 2011. The Marines conduct VBSS training to enhance mission capabilities. The Marines and sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Squadron 6 aboard USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and will continue to train and improve the MEU’s ability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force. The 22nd MEU is a multi-mission, capable force, comprised of an Aviation Combat Element, Marine Tilt Rotor Squadron 263 (Reinforced); a Logistics Combat Element, Combat Logistics Battalion 22; a Ground Combat Element, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment; and its Command Element.

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    Date Taken: 05.14.2011
    Date Posted: 05.26.2011 02:52
    Photo ID: 407057
    VIRIN: 110514-M-BC209-052
    Resolution: 3000x2000
    Size: 4.08 MB
    Location: USS MESA VERDE, USAFRICOM, AT SEA

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