PACIFIC OCEAN (September 8, 2016) – The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) underway off the coast of Southern California. Makin Island, the flagship of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, is conducting integrated training with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Devin M. Langer/Released)