Soldiers from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force launch rigid-hull inflatable boats from the well deck of USS Makin Island (LHD 8).
Summary
PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 25, 2011) Soldiers from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, Western Army Infantry Regiment launch rigid-hull inflatable boats from the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Marines and Japanese soldiers are participating in Exercise Iron Fist, a bilateral training exercise to enhance their amphibious knowledge. (U.S. Navy photo by Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Justin Joyner) File# 110225-N-1911J-160
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Date
25/02/2011 - 25/02/2011
Location
PACIFIC OCEAN
Source
U.S. NAVY
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