SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 8, 2023) Sailors simulate checking for hot spots in the engine room during a damage control training drill aboard amphibious transport dock USS John P Murtha (LPD 26), April 8. Damage control training drills are used both in port and underway to ensure that Sailors have the proper training to combat any casualty that may arise. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and John P. Murtha, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Samoluk)
Date Taken: | 04.08.2023 |
Date Posted: | 04.09.2023 05:42 |
Photo ID: | 7729663 |
VIRIN: | 230408-N-YT019-1104 |
Resolution: | 5568x3712 |
Size: | 2.02 MB |
Location: | SOUTH CHINA SEA |
Web Views: | 30 |
Downloads: | 4 |
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