An MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (Reinforced), 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, departs the USS Essex (LHD 2) during Certification Exercise (CERTEX) off the coast of San Diego April 14, 2015. These Marines were executing a simulated long-range raid in Arizona in preparation for the 15th MEU’s deployment. ( Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Miguel Carrasco/Released) Amphibious Roots, From sea to Arizona 150414-M-NA953-189

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