100920-N-2218S-004 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 20, 2010) A landing craft utility departs the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Essex is part of the forward-deployed Essex Amphibious Ready Group and is participating in Valiant Shield 2010, a joint service exercise designed to enhance interoperability between forces. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Ryan Smith/Released) US Navy 100920-N-2218S-004 A landing craft utility departs the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2)

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