091117-N-6938U-069 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 17, 2009) The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) is underway in the Pacific Ocean. Ships from the Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force are participating in Annual Exercise (ANNUALEX 21G), a bilateral exercise designed to enhance the capabilities of both naval forces. ( Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Bill Urban/Released) US Navy 091117-N-6938U-069 The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) is underway in the Pacific Ocean

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