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    US Marines conduct a Maritime Interdiction Operation training exercise [Image 11 of 22]

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    US Marines conduct a Maritime Interdiction Operation training exercise

    EAST CHINA SEA

    06.14.2021

    Photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly  

    31st Marine Expeditionary Unit       

    U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. John Petersen, with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265, observes the East China Sea while in route to the USS New Orleans (CA-31) to conduct a Maritime Interdiction Operation (MIO) training exercise June 14, 2021. The MIO consisted of Force Reconnaissance Marines fast roping on to the USS New Orleans (CA-31) and executing a search and seizure scenario. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly)

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    Date Taken: 06.14.2021
    Date Posted: 06.16.2021 21:09
    Photo ID: 6693921
    VIRIN: 210614-M-TS451-1011
    Resolution: 890x1300
    Size: 280.25 KB
    Location: EAST CHINA SEA

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