190615-N-MD802-1110 KLAIPEDA, Lithuania (June 15, 2019) U.S. Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit march to the beach from a landing craft utility (LCU) as part of preparation for an amphibious assault in support of exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2019. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, marking the 47th year of one of the largest exercises in Northern Europe enhancing flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jack D. Aistrup/Released)