171025-N-FE442-146 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 25, 2017) French sailors stand watch aboard the French navy frigate Forbin (D620) during exercise Bold Alligator 2017 (#BA17). Improving Navy-Marine Corps amphibious core competencies along with coalition, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), Allied and partner nations is a necessary investment in the current and future readiness of our forces. BA17 will take place Oct. 18 - 30, 2017, ashore along the eastern seaboard. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matt Matlage/Released)