080715-N-4236E-374 ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 15, 2008) Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) hoist a rigid hull inflatable boat out of the water after a visit, board, search and seizure training exercise during the Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group composite unit training exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX provides a realistic training environment to ensure the strike group is capable and ready for its upcoming scheduled deployment. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chad R. Erdmann (Released) USS Vella Gulf Team DVIDS104356

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