The USS Anchorage (LPD 23) sails during Certification Exercise (CERTEX) off the coast of Los Angeles April 17, 2015. The 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit is embarked aboard the three ships of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group – the USS Essex (LHD 2), USS Anchorage, and USS Rushmore (LSD 47) to continue to integrate with their Navy counterparts as they prepare for their upcoming deployment. ( Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jamean Berry/Released) Open waters 150417-M-GC438-013

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