191012-M-SQ016-0037 TERNATE, Philippines (Oct. 12, 2019) U.S. Marine assault amphibious vehicles approach the shoreline during an amphibious exercise as part of KAMANDAG 3 at Katungkulan Beach, at Marine Barracks Gregorio Lim in Ternate, Philippines, Oct. 12, 2019. The United States is proud to participate in this Philippine-led, bilateral exercise in order to develop capabilities across a wide range of military operations. KAMANDAG is an acronym for the Filipino phrase “Kaagapay Ng Mga Manirigma Ng Dagat,” which translates to “Cooperation of the Warriors of the Sea,” highlighting the partnership between the U.S. and Philippine militaries. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harrison Rakhshani/Released)