A Marine unholsters an M9 pistol during aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Anchorage (LPD 23) Marines with the ground combat element keep their weapons skills sharp in case of a ground engagement. The 15th MEU is embarked on the Essex Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the 5th Fleet area of operations. ( Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jamean Berry/Released) Marines practice quickdraw shooting 150718-M-GC438-220

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