31st Marine Expeditionary Unit arrives for Talisman Sabre 2011

Lance Cpl. Don Picha, right, with 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, poses for a picture with a child after letting him try on Marine Corps gear at Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011's opening ceremony at the Rockhampton Fairgrounds, Queensland, Australia, July 9. Talisman Sabre enhances the alliance with Australia, which is one the United States' most important defense relationships, based on shared values and a common commitment to peace and security. (Photo by Sgt. Pete Thibodeau)