171022-N-SF508-186 CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Oct. 22, 2017)

171022-N-SF508-186 CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Oct. 22, 2017) An explosive ordnance disposal technicians assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 2 operates a Seabotix Remote Operated Vehicle during an expeditionary mine countermeasures evolution as part of exercise Bold Alligator 2017 (#BA17). Improving Navy-Marine Corps amphibious core competencies along with coalition, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), Allied and partner nations is a necessary investment in the current and future readiness of our forces. BA17 will take place Oct. 18 - 30, 2017, ashore along the eastern seaboard. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Charles Oki/Released)