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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 15, 2023) Two landing crafts, air cushion (LCAC) approach the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during expeditionary strike force operations, Feb. 15, 2023, in the South China Sea. Makin Island, with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is conducting joint ESF operations with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, representing unique high-end war fighting capabilities, maritime superiority, and power projection, demonstrating the U.S. commitment to our allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht)

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Photo by: Petty Officer 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht |  VIRIN: 230215-N-VS068-1234.JPG