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Russian CHIEF of STAFF and the 1ST Deputy Director to the Russian Commander in CHIEF, (equivalent to USN CNO), Admiral Kasatonov watches as amphibious assault vehicles (AAV's from the USS DUBUQUE (LPD-8) (not shown) come ashore at an isolated beach near Vladivostok for cross training operations between U.S. & Russian AAV battalions. This is part of the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise

Russian CHIEF of STAFF and the 1ST Deputy Director to the Russian Comm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

An amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) from the 3rd USMC Division is maneuvered onto the Russian Navy tank landing ship BDK-007 at a beach near Vladivostok for cross training operations between U.S. and Russian AAV battalions as part of the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise

An amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) from the 3rd USMC Division is mane...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

A light amphibious resupply cargo vehicle (LARC) from the USS DUBUQUE (LPD-8), assigned to Beach MASTER Unit One, is used to transport safety personnel, plus local and military media, onto an isolated beach near Vladivostok for cross training operations between U.S. and Russian AAV battalions as part of the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise. The Ropucha II class tank landing ship BDK-007 is in the background

A light amphibious resupply cargo vehicle (LARC) from the USS DUBUQUE ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

A amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) of the 3rd USMC Division is in the water with the Russian Navy Ropucha II class tank landing ship BDK-007 in the background. A second AAV is about to enter the water behind the Russian BTR-70 AAV. U.S. & Russian AAV battalions are involved in cross training operations near Vladivostok as part of the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise

A amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) of the 3rd USMC Division is in the ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

After cross training operations were complete, a Russian BTR-70 amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) exits the water onto an isolated beach near Vladivostok. Russian practice drills were concluded during the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise

After cross training operations were complete, a Russian BTR-70 amphib...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

During the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise, amphibious assault vehicles (AAV) piloted by Marines of the 3rd USMC Division enter the water near Vladivostok, from the USS DUBUQUE (LPD-8) (not shown) in response to a mock earthquake distress call

During the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise, amphibi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

Russian Marines hurry ashore from a utility landing craft (LCU) from the USS DUBUQUE (LPD-8) onto a beach near Vladivostok during cross training operations between U.S. & Russian AAV forces as part of the combined disaster relief exercise

Russian Marines hurry ashore from a utility landing craft (LCU) from t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

During the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise, a Russian BTR-70 amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) makes its way to shore from the Russian Ropucha II class tank landing ship BDK-007 (not shown) in response to a mock earthquake distress call

During the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise, a Russi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

During the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise, a Russian BTR-70 amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) makes its way to shore from the Russian Ropucha II class tank landing ship BDK-007 in response to a mock earthquake distress call

During the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise, a Russi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

During the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise, a Russian BTR-70 AAV makes its way to the mock earthquake site near Vladivostok

During the combined American-Russian disaster relief exercise, a Russi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION FROM THE SEA Base: Vladivostok State: Siberia Country: Russia (RUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Charles W. Alley ... More

As the sun begins to rise, a Navy Landing Craft Air Cushioned (LCAC) arrives at Blue Beach, Cap Haitien. An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) from Golf Company 2/2 prepares to depart on a security mission during the celebration in the streets of Cap Haitien. The operation is Uphold Democracy

As the sun begins to rise, a Navy Landing Craft Air Cushioned (LCAC) a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: UPHOLD DEMOCRACY Base: Cap Haitien Country: Haiti (HTI) Scene Camera Operator: CPL P.S. Royston (Usmc) Release Status: Relea... More

US Marines come ashore on an Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) during the exercise. The exercise is designed to employ the rapid deployment and use of multinational maritime, air and land forces in a military response. Over 22,000 personnel from NATO nations, France and Spain are taking part in the exercise

US Marines come ashore on an Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) during t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: STRONG RESOLVE 95 Base: Surnadal Fjord Country: Norway (NOR) Scene Camera Operator: PO3 Jeffery Russell Release Status: Rele... More

US Marine Corps Lance Corporal Jesus C. Cardenas (center), US Marine Corps Private First Class Jerel D. Hofer (left) and US Marine Corps Lance Corporal Ron J. Newman Jr. (right) sit on an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) prior to the departure of the Landing Craft Air Coushion (LCAC) which will carry them to at Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii, where they will participate in an amphibious assault landing during RIMPAC '96

US Marine Corps Lance Corporal Jesus C. Cardenas (center), US Marine C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '96 State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Felix Garza Jr., USN Releas... More

US Marine Corps Lance Corporal Ramon Gonzales, armed with an M16A2 rifle with an M203 grenade launcher attached, sits in the hatch of an amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) during an amphibious assault on the beach at Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii, during RIMPAC '96

US Marine Corps Lance Corporal Ramon Gonzales, armed with an M16A2 rif...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '96 Base: Kauai State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Felix Garza Jr.... More

Marine Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, with Headquarters&Service Company, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1st Marine Division, waits for a clear path to the ocean before"splashing"his Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from White Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ`97.  KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-Chief Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1st Marine Division (MARDIV).  KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, with Headquarters&Service...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Mcb Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Sho... More

Marine Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, Headquarters&Service Company, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, drives his Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) through the breakers off of White Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ'97.  KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV).  KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, Headquarters&Service Comp...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Mcb Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Sho... More

Marine Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, with Headquarters&Service Company, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, splashes his Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from White Beach during rehearsals for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ'97.  KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV).  KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, with Headquarters&Service...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Mcb Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Sho... More

Polish soldiers prepare to board an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV), during Situational Training Exercise-4, part of COOPERATIVE OSPREY 96. Cooperative Osprey is a United States Atlantic Command sponsored exercise, that is conducted by Marine Forces Atlantic at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Cooperative Osprey, under the Partnership for Peace program, will provide interoperability training in peacekeeping and humanitarian operations along NATO/IFOR standards, with an emphasis on individual and collective skills

Polish soldiers prepare to board an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV), ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATIVE OSPREY '96 Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (US... More

US Marines inspect the equipment of Ukrainian Marines as they prepare to board Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), on the way to range L-5 on the far side of New River, Camp Lejeune, NC during Situational Training Exercise - 3, (STX-3) part of Operation COOPERATIVE OSPREY 96

US Marines inspect the equipment of Ukrainian Marines as they prepare ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATIVE OSPREY '96 Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (US... More

A medium close up view inside an Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), as Georgian Soldiers inspect their equipment before leaving for range L-5 at Camp Lejeune, NC during Operation COOPERATIVE OSPREY 96

A medium close up view inside an Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), as...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATIVE OSPREY '96 Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (US... More

US Marine Corps First Lieutenant (1LT) Haytham Faraj (center) and Corporal Christopher Harrison keep watch on their surroundings as Lance Corporal (LCPL) William Whiteman relays radio communications, at the Pacific Missile Range Facility, "Barking Sands" Kauai, HI. Each Marine is armed with the 5.56mm M16A2 assault rifle and there is a US Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) parked in a wooded area in the background. Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Camp Pendleton, CA and involved Navy and Marine Air, Ground and Sea Forces trained as a combined amphibious assault force during Operation RIMPAC 96

US Marine Corps First Lieutenant (1LT) Haytham Faraj (center) and Corp...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '96 Base: Barking Sands, Kauai State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PO2 ... More

US Marines armed with 5.56 mm M16A2 assault rifles run past a parked Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) on the beach at the Pacific Missile Range Facility, "Barking Sands" Kauai, HI. Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Camp Pendleton, CA and involved Navy and Marine Air, Ground and Sea Forces trained as a combined amphibious assault force during Operation RIMPAC 96

US Marines armed with 5.56 mm M16A2 assault rifles run past a parked A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '96 Base: Barking Sands, Kauai State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: P02 ... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) and an M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), offload a group of Controllers for the Mobile Assault Course during COMBINED ARMS Exercise (CAX) 5-97. The Controllers will be observing the training that is being conducted by Marines from India Company, Third Battalion, Second Marines, 2d Marine Division. Other duties for the Controllers include: monitoring safety conditions throughout the training, informing commanders of different scenarios, and observing the unit's effectiveness during operations. CAX 5/6-97 is a Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) exercise being conducted at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC), 29 Palms,...

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) and an M998 High-Mobility Multipur...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) and an M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), offload a group of Controlle... More

Two Marines armed with M16A2 Service Rifles from 6th Marine Regiment, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, awaits further instructions after offloading from an AAV (Amphibious Assault Vehicle) during COMBINED ARMS Exercise (CAX) 6-97. CAX 5/6-97 is a MAGTF (Marine Air Ground Task Force) exercise being conducted at MCAGCC (Marine Corps Air Ground at Center), 29 Palms, California. The command element for this exercise is MAGTF-6, which is built around the 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Many commands from the II MEF (Marine Expeditionary Force) have sent units to this desert warfare exercise, to fill key billets in the Ground at Element (GCE), Air...

Two Marines armed with M16A2 Service Rifles from 6th Marine Regiment, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Two Marines armed with M16A2 Service Rifles from 6th Marine Regiment, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, awaits further instructions ... More

AAV's (Amphibious Assault Vehicle) from 2d AAV Battalion, 2d Marine Division, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, return from the field during COMBINED ARMS Exercise (CAX) 6-97. CAX 5/6-97 is a MAGTF (Marine Air Ground Task Force) exercise being conducted at MCAGCC (Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center), 29 Palms, California. The command element for this exercise is MAGTF-6, which is built around the 6th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Many commands from the II MEF (Marine Expeditionary Force) have sent units to this desert warfare exercise, to fill key billets in the Ground Combat (GCE), Air Combat (ACE) and the Combat Service Support...

AAV's (Amphibious Assault Vehicle) from 2d AAV Battalion, 2d Marine Di...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AAV's (Amphibious Assault Vehicle) from 2d AAV Battalion, 2d Marine Division, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, return from the fiel... More

Two US Marine Corps CH-53's fly overhead as amphibious assault vehicles (AAV) participate in an amphibious landing

Two US Marine Corps CH-53's fly overhead as amphibious assault vehicle...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COBRA GOLD '97 Base: Sattahip State: Chon Buri Country: Thailand (THA) Scene Camera Operator: SGT. Sean T. Hays Release Sta... More

United States Marine Corps Amphibious Assualt Vehicles, (AAV's), participate in an amphibious landing in support of Joint Task Force Cobra Gold '97.PHOTO by SGT. Sean T. Hays, USMC

United States Marine Corps Amphibious Assualt Vehicles, (AAV's), parti...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COBRA GOLD '97 Base: Sattahip State: Chon Buri Country: Thailand (THA) Scene Camera Operator: SGT. Sean T. Hays Release Sta... More

Marines from 3rd Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, acting as opposing forces (OPFOR) drive a Soviet armored vehicle

Marines from 3rd Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) Battalion, 1ST Marin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Two U.S. Marine Assault Amphibious Vehicles (AAV7A1) from the 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, drive out of the water and up on Red Beach during the exercise

Two U.S. Marine Assault Amphibious Vehicles (AAV7A1) from the 3rd Amph...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marines from Charlie Company, 3rd Tracks drive an Amphibious Assault Vehicle AAV7A1 along the shoreline during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton to train Navy and Marine Corps personnel in amphibious operations

Marines from Charlie Company, 3rd Tracks drive an Amphibious Assault V...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Sergeants Davy Hernandez and Mike Colello of Amphibious Vehicle Test Branch (AVTB) run their Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) through a series of water manuevering tests in preparation for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton to train Navy and Marine Corps personnel in amphibious operations

Sergeants Davy Hernandez and Mike Colello of Amphibious Vehicle Test B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Corporal Carey A. Lowe, crew chief with 1ST Platoon, Bravo Company, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division waits for his turn to "splash" his Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) at White Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Corporal Carey A. Lowe, crew chief with 1ST Platoon, Bravo Company, 3d...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion returns to the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) from White Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations. (Duplicate image, see also DMSD9802464 or search 960626M9368G003)

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amphibious Assault Bat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Marine sergeant Jenson Reese (right) gives a class to Lance Corporal Putney, both with Mobility-Counter Mobility (MCM) platoon, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, aboard an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) on White Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine sergeant Jenson Reese (right) gives a class to Lance Corporal P...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines from 1ST Marines, 1ST Battalion, 1ST Truck Company drive their Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV's) ashore on San Clemente Island in support of training for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from 1ST Marines, 1ST Battalion, 1ST Truck Company drive their...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ 97. Base: San Clemente Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Comman... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, "splashes" on the return to the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) during exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amphibious Assault Bat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, from Mobility Counter Mobility Platoon, Headquarters & Service Company, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, prepares his Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) for a "splash" at White Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, from Mobility Counter Mobility P...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines from 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion drive an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) down White Beach during exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. USS Anchorage (LSD-36) is seen in background KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion drive an Amphibious Assau...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

STAFF Sergeant Pankievich passes his little green notebook to the next Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) regarding order of march prior to returning to the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) from White Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

STAFF Sergeant Pankievich passes his little green notebook to the next...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amibious Assault Battalion returns to the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amibious Assault Batta...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 1ST Platoon, Bravo Company, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, rolls down the beach while LCAC's (Landing Craft, Air Cushioned) from ACU-5 return to shore during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 1ST Platoon, Bravo Compan...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines from 2d Squad, 3d Platoon, Charlie Company, 1/4, 1ST Marine Division, practice debarkation from an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) at White Beach during KERNEL BLITZ. Lance Corporal Jason R. Barnes is the squad leader (center - giving direction). KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from 2d Squad, 3d Platoon, Charlie Company, 1/4, 1ST Marine Di...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicle's (AAV's) from 1ST Marine Division,1ST Battalion, Alpha Company hit the beach on San Clemente Island during the Air Field Seizure scenario during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicle's (AAV's) from 1ST Marine Division,1ST Batt...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: San Clemente Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Comman... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV 7A1) lands on San Clemente Island during the assault phase during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV 7A1) lands on San Clemente Island duri...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: San Clemente Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Comman... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV's) make their way back to the USS JUNEAU (LPD 10) after successfully meeting the training objectives on San Clemente Island in support of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV's) make their way back to the USS JUN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Juneau (LPD 10) Scene Major Command Shown: USS JUNEAU (LPD 10) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Michael ... More

Marines in an Amphibian Assault Vehicle AAV-7A1 from 1ST Marines, 1ST Battalion, 1ST Truck Company make their way back into the waters off of San Clemente Island after successful training during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines in an Amphibian Assault Vehicle AAV-7A1 from 1ST Marines, 1ST ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: San Clemente Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Comman... More

AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles approach the beach on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The exercise is taking place off the coast of Southern California to train Navy and Marine Corps personnel in amphibious operations

AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles approach the beach on D-Day during...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles approach the beach on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles approach the beach on D-Day during...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

An Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) from 1ST Tank Battalion 1ST Marine Division clears a path at Camp Pendleton's Red Beach on D-day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. In background an AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle lays down smoke to obscure the enemy's view. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) from 1ST Tank Battalion 1ST Mari...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marine Corporal (CPL) Bryant Smith of the 7th Marines mounts a Browning M2 .50 caliber machine gun on top of an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) in the well decks of the USS Comstock (CG-57) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine Corporal (CPL) Bryant Smith of the 7th Marines mounts a Brownin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Comstock (LSD 45) Scene Major Command Shown: USS COMSTOCK/7TH MARINE DIVISION Scene Camera Operator: S... More

A Marine hits the sand armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle as an Amphibious Assault Vehicle AAV-7A1 approaches from behind during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The red patch identifies Landing Support Battalion personnel. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine hits the sand armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle as...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Landing Craft, Utility, (LCU) from Assault Craft Unit-1 come ashore at Red Beach on D-day during exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. Already on the beach (background) are AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Landing Craft, Utility, (LCU) from Assault Craft Unit-1 come ashore at...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

A Marine from Landing Support Battalion (LSB), 1ST Force Service Support Group (FSSG), I Marine Expeditionary Force (IMEF), calls for support during the assault on Red Beach, Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) is seen in background. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine from Landing Support Battalion (LSB), 1ST Force Service Suppo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines from Regimental Landing Team One (RLT-1) work their way down Red Beach on D-day during exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The Marine in foreground is armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle. The Marine in overalls, exiting the Amphibian Assault Vehicle (AAV), identifies him as a AAV crew member. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from Regimental Landing Team One (RLT-1) work their way down R...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) hits the beach as two M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tanks (MBT) with 1ST Tank Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, debark from an LCU (landing Craft, Utility) during the assault on Red Beach, Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) hits the beach as two M1A1 Abrams ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC) unload a third wave of activity on Red Beach during the amphibious assault as part of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97 at Camp Pendleton, California. In foreground an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) starts to leave the beach while M998 High-Mobility Medium Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV) are staged (right background). KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and...

Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC) unload a third wave of activity on...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC) unload a third wave of activity on Red Beach during the amphibious assault as part of Exerci... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 1ST Command Engineering Battalion, Alpha Company awaits action during the first wave of simulated attacks in support of EXERCISE KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 1ST Command Engineering B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles storm the beach on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles storm the beach on D-Day during Ex...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Lance Corporal Benny Gonzales of 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion maintains security over a (simulated) wounded Marine Corporal Derek Cyzmer, an instructor at the School of Infantry (SOI), during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle is seen in background. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Benny Gonzales of 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion main...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97. Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scen... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle AAV-P7A1 Mark 1 Mod 0 mine clearance system from 1ST Command Engineering Battalion, Alpha Company waits to breach a mine field during the first wave of simulated attacks in support of KERNEL BLITZ '97. On top of the AAV is the Mk 154 Launcher Mine Clearance (LMC). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle AAV-P7A1 Mark 1 Mod 0 mine clearance sys...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marine Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV's) make their way down Red Beach on D-day during exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV's) make their way down Red Beac...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) belonging to the 1ST Marines 3rd Battalion, returns to its temporary home aboard the USS JUNEAU (LPD 10) after successfully completing missions ashore during Exercise KERNAL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) belonging to the 1ST Marines 3rd B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Juneau (LPD 10) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: 1ST Marines 3rd Battalion ... More

Yermo Annex. An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVC7A1), its tracks removed, is craned into position near a restoration bay at the Maintenance Center

Yermo Annex. An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVC7A1), its tracks remov...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Usmc Logistics Base, Barstow State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Gs-09 Curtis Lambert Release ... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV's) await the Marines of 2/7 to find their assigned vehicles and embark their gear on the day prior to the beginning of the exercise. THERE IS ONLY A SCREEN RESOLUTION IMAGE AVAILABLE

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV's) await the Marines of 2/7 to find t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: STEEL KNIGHT '97 Base: Twentynine Palms State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV's) make their way through a cleared lane made from a line charge detonated by 1ST Combat Engineer Battalion. THERE IS ONLY A SCREEN RESOLUTION IMAGE AVAILABLE

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV's) make their way through a cleared l...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: STEEL KNIGHT '97 Base: Twentynine Palms State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicle with a triple line charge launcher, makes operation checks just before launch time at the camp assembly area. THERE IS ONLY A SCREEN RESOLUTION IMAGE AVAILABLE

Amphibious Assault Vehicle with a triple line charge launcher, makes o...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: STEEL KNIGHT '97 Base: Twentynine Palms State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator... More

With the help of tanks and Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV), Marines attached to 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) "A" Company, 1ST Battalion, breach a set of concertina wire, move through trenches and prepare an exercise attack on Hill #163 in Kuwait. Marines attached to 13th MEU are participating in the amphibious Exercise EAGER MACE 98-1. (Duplicate image, see also DNSD0003497 or search 971215M0000S002)

With the help of tanks and Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV), Marines a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: EAGER MACE 98-1 Country: Kuwait (KWT) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Joe Steiger, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combine... More

Marines from 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, bring back AAVR7A1's (Amphibious Assault Vehicle) back on to land during Exercise COBRA GOLD '98

Marines from 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, bring back AAVR7A1's (Amphibi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COBRA GOLD '98 Country: Thailand (THA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Garcia, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

Marines from 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, work on AAVR7A1's (Amphibious Assault Vehicle) during Exercise COBRA GOLD '98 in Thailand

Marines from 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, work on AAVR7A1's (Amphibious...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COBRA GOLD '98 Country: Thailand (THA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Garcia, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) hits the beach causing a huge plume of water

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) hits the beach causing a huge plum...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Susan M. Kelley, Usmc... More

US Navy Midshipmen armed with 5.56mm M16A2 assault rifles (with blank firing devices attached) attack the beach during combat training at Little Creek Amphibious Base, Little Creek, Virginia. A US Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) approaches the beach near a smoke marker in the background. The training is part of the Midshipmen Summer Cruise that is required prior to graduation

US Navy Midshipmen armed with 5.56mm M16A2 assault rifles (with blank ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Todd P. Cichonowicz Rele... More

A military policeman (MP) stands watch over the port facility during Exercise DYNAMIC MIX '98. The AAV7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle in the foreground was part of the barrier plan put into effect by the Force Protection Operations Center. DYNAMIC MIX is a combined exercise comprising air, land, maritime, and amphibious operations throughout the Turkey southern region to improve command and control procedures

A military policeman (MP) stands watch over the port facility during E...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DYNAMIC MIX '98 Base: Iskenderum Country: Turkey (TUR) Scene Major Command Shown: II MEF (FWD.) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT ... More

Four Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) make an early morning landing on Onslow Beach during Type Commanders Amphibious Training (TCAT) with the 1ST Battalion, 6th Marines

Four Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) make an early morning landing o...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope R... More

Marine with 3rd Tracks refueling an Amtrack or Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 held on Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine with 3rd Tracks refueling an Amtrack or Amphibious Assault Vehi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Five US Marine Corps AAV7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles, Alpha Company, 3rd Assault Amphibious Battalion, line up waiting to board an Amphibious Transportation Dock ship during Exercise KERNAL BLITZ 99

Five US Marine Corps AAV7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles, Alpha Company...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNAL BLITZ 99 Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: CPL Reyes G Rendon, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined ... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVP7A1) gunner waits in the well deck of the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) until a deckhand can ground guide him into position during KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVP7A1) gunner waits in the well deck of ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Anchorage (LSD 36) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) approaches the well deck of the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) (not shown) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations. held at Camp Pendleton, California

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) approaches the well deck of the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Anchorage (LSD 36) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

Impacts come close to the M1A1 Abrams mineplow tank and an AAV7A1, with a mine clearance system kit while preparing to breech a minefield obstacle, during rehearsals for Kernel Blitz '99. Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs) are seen in the water in the background approaching the beach

Impacts come close to the M1A1 Abrams mineplow tank and an AAV7A1, wit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '99 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Formation of US Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), swim off the Anchorage Class, Dock Landing Ship, USS ANCHORAGE (LSD-36). They approach Red Beach commencing the beach assault, during rehearsals for Kernel Blitz '99

Formation of US Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV), swim off the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '99 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

An AAV7A1, with a mine clearance system kit, prepares rocket launcher to breech minefield obstacles and a M1A1 Abrams provides cover while engineers setup. AAVs swim towards beachhead in preparation to cross breech lanes through minefields, during rehearsals for Kernel Blitz '99

An AAV7A1, with a mine clearance system kit, prepares rocket launcher ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '99 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marines with 3rd tracks prepare an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVP7A1) to embark on the USS MOUNT VERNON (LSD-39) for Kernel Blitz '99. Kernel Blitz '99 was a amphibious assault beach landing conducted primarily by 1ST Marine Division

Marines with 3rd tracks prepare an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVP7A1...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '99 Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Camera Operator: CPL William J. Resinger Release Status: Released to Publ... More

Marines with 3rd tracks prepare to embark a AAVP-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle on the USS MOUNT VERNON (LSD-39) for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines with 3rd tracks prepare to embark a AAVP-7A1 Amphibious Assaul...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Mount Vernon (LSD-39) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Comm... More

Marines with 3rd tracks, in an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVP7A1), prepare to embark on the USS MOUNT VERNON (LSD-39) for Kernel Blitz '99. Kernel Blitz '99 was a amphibious assault beach landing conducted primarily by 1ST Marine Division

Marines with 3rd tracks, in an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVP7A1), p...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '99 Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Camera Operator: CPL William J. Resinger Release Status: Released to Publ... More

LCU (Landing Craft Utility) drops off an Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) on to Red Beach under fire support from an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) (left) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99 held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

LCU (Landing Craft Utility) drops off an Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

US Marines in several Amphibious Assault Vehicle Personnel (AAVP7A1) are seen heading toward the camera after disembarking from the USS MOUNT VERNON (LSD-39) an Anchorage class, Dock Landing Ship. The AAVs are preparing to assault "Red Beach" (not shown) for Kernel Blitz '99. Kernel Blitz '99 is an amphibious assault conducted primarily be the 1ST Marine Division

US Marines in several Amphibious Assault Vehicle Personnel (AAVP7A1) a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '99 Base: USS Mount Vernon (LSD-39) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Camera Operator: CPL William J. Resinger ... More

KFOR-Kosovo Forces identifies an AAV-7 from 2d Amphibious Assault Vehicle Battalion, 26th MEU. Marines and sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) as part of Operation JOINT GUARDIAN will be helping to enforce the implementation of the military technical agreement and to provide peace and stability to Kosovo

KFOR-Kosovo Forces identifies an AAV-7 from 2d Amphibious Assault Vehi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT GUARDIAN State: Kosovo Country: Yugoslavia (YUG) Scene Major Command Shown: 26th Marine Expedtionary Unit Scene Camera... More

Marines from 2nd Amphibious Assault Vehicle Battalion leave a staging area in Kosovo enroute to Camp Monteith, Forward Support Base, near Cernica, Kosovo. M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV) are parked around an AAV7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle. The Marines and sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) during Operation JOINT GUARDIAN are helping to enforce the implementation of the military technical agreement and to provide peace and stability to Kosovo

Marines from 2nd Amphibious Assault Vehicle Battalion leave a staging ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT GUARDIAN State: Kosovo Country: Yugoslavia (YUG) Scene Major Command Shown: 26th Marine Expedtionary Unit Scene Camera... More

A Marine from 2d Amphibious Assault Vehicle Battalion sits atop his AAV-7 amphibious vehicle in the city of Gnjilane, Kosovo. The Marines and sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are helping to enforce the implementation of the military technical agreement and to provide peace and stability to Kosovo during Operation JOINT GUARDIAN

A Marine from 2d Amphibious Assault Vehicle Battalion sits atop his AA...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT GUARDIAN Base: Gnjilane State: Kosovo Country: Yugoslavia (YUG) Scene Major Command Shown: 26th Marine Expedtionary Un... More

The Mexican Navy Officials take a trip on an Amphibious Assault Vehicle during their visit to the 3rd Amphibian Assault Battalion at Camp Del Mar, at Camp Pendleton, California

The Mexican Navy Officials take a trip on an Amphibious Assault Vehicl...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: CPL Reyes Rendon, Usmc Re... More

A Marine Corps Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU (SOC)) makes its way across the North Africa sand after making an amphibious landing at Cap Serrat, Tunisia during Exercise ATLAS HINGE

A Marine Corps Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) from the 26th Marine E...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ATLAS HINGE Base: Cap Serrat Country: Tunisia (TUN) Scene Major Command Shown: SIXTH FLEET Scene Camera Operator: Cwo3 Seth ... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) use a smoke screen as they roll onto the beach at Cap Serrat, Tunisia during Exercise ATLAS HINGE, in a mock assault used to train Tunisian forces

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) from the 26th Marine Expeditionary U...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ATLAS HINGE Base: Cap Serrat Country: Tunisia (TUN) Scene Major Command Shown: SIXTH FLEET Scene Camera Operator: Cwo3 Seth ... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU (SOC)) lay a smoke screen at Cap Serrat, Tunisia during Exercise ATLAS HINGE as they make a mock assault to help train Tunisian military

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) from the 26th Marine Expeditionary U...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ATLAS HINGE Base: Cap Serrat Country: Tunisia (TUN) Scene Major Command Shown: SIXTH FLEET Scene Camera Operator: Cwo3 Seth ... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) from the Twenty Sixth Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (26 MEU (SOC)), Attack Cap Serrat Beach, during Exercise ATLAS HINGE in Tunisia, Africa

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) from the Twenty Sixth Marine Exped...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Cap Serrat Country: Tunisia (TUN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Richard T. O'Connor, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Serv... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU (SOC)) splash across a sandbar at Cap Serrat, Tunisia during Exercise ATLAS HINGE in a mock amphibious assault designed to train Tunisian forces

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Uni...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ATLAS HINGE Base: Cap Serrat Country: Tunisia (TUN) Scene Major Command Shown: SIXTH FLEET Scene Camera Operator: Cwo3 Seth ... More

Two U.S. Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) land at Freshwater Beach during amphibious assault landing operations. Members of the U.S and Australian Forces are joining together to take part in exercise Crocodile '99 in the Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Queensland, Australia

Two U.S. Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) land at Freshwater B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CROCODILE '99 Base: Shoalwater Bay Training Area State: Queensland Country: Australia (AUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Danie... More

US Marine Corps (USMC) AAV7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) land at Freshwater Beach during amphibious assault landing operations during Exercise CROCODILE 99. The exercise with Australian forces held in the Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland Australia

US Marine Corps (USMC) AAV7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) land a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Shoalwater Bay State: Queensland Country: Australia (AUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1(Aw/Nac) Daniel E. Smith, Usn Release Status: Released to Pu... More

U.S. Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) land at Freshwater Beach during amphibious assault landing operations. Members of the U.S and Australian Forces are joining together to take part in exercise Crocodile '99 in the Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Queensland, Australia

U.S. Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) land at Freshwater Beach...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CROCODILE '99 Base: Shoalwater Bay Training Area State: Queensland Country: Australia (AUS) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Danie... More

US Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) atop an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) perform an amphibious assault at Freshwater Bay inside the Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Queensland, Australia in support of exercise Crocodile '99

US Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) atop an Amphibi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CROCODILE '99 Base: Shoalwater Bay Training Area State: Queensland Country: Australia (AUS) Scene Camera Operator: GYSGT Bla... More

United States Marine Corps Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs) land on the beaches of the Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Queensland, Australia during the Amphibious Assault exercise of Crocodile '99

United States Marine Corps Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs) land on ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CROCODILE '99 Base: Shoalwater Bay Training Area State: Queensland Country: Australia (AUS) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Jaso... More

Two United States Marine Corps Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs) land on the beaches of the Shoalwater Bay training area, Queensland, Australia during the amphibious assault exercise of Crocodile'99

Two United States Marine Corps Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs) land...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CROCODILE '99 Base: Shoalwater Bay Training Area State: Queensland Country: Australia (AUS) Scene Camera Operator: Lcplc Jas... More

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