181014-N-JN784-0260 EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 14, 2018) Sailors assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7 help Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) pull in a combat rubber raiding craft from the water aboard a landing craft, air cushion during integrated unit level training. The amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), flagship of Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st MEU, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alexandra Seeley/Released)