HWAJIN-RI BEACH, Republic of Korea (March 29, 2023) Republic of Korea amphibious assault vehicles create a smoke screen at Hwajin-ri Beach during an amphibious assault for exercise Ssang Yong 2023. Celebrating the 70th anniversary of the U.S.-ROK alliance, Ssang Yong 2023 strengthens the alliance through bilateral, joint training, contributing toward the ROK's combined defense of the Korean Peninsula and increasing the readiness of the U.S.-ROK alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Beauchamp)