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    USS Makin Island and CSG 11 Conduct ESF Operations [Image 4 of 11]

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    USS Makin Island and CSG 11 Conduct ESF Operations

    SOUTH CHINA SEA

    02.14.2023

    Photo by Seaman Joshua Martinez 

    USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

    Aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), an MH-60S Sea Hawk from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21, and two MH-60R Sea Hawks attached to HSC 6 perform expeditionary strike force (ESF) operations, with amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Feb. 15, 2023 in the South China Sea. Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (NIMCSG) and amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit are conducting joint ESF operations, representing unique high-end war fighting capabilities, maritime superiority, and power projection, demonstrating the U.S. commitment to our allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Joshua Martinez)

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    Date Taken: 02.14.2023
    Date Posted: 02.16.2023 05:57
    Photo ID: 7636699
    VIRIN: 230215-N-EI127-1260
    Resolution: 6720x4480
    Size: 2.02 MB
    Location: SOUTH CHINA SEA

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