Marines from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461 land aboard the USS Wasp during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, Feb. 1. The Exercise, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps’ revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today’s fight with today’s forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise will take place Jan. 30 - Feb. 12, 2012, afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. Iron Horse Marines land aboard USS Wasp during Exercise Bold Alligator 120201-M-SB340-12


Marines from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461 land aboard the USS Wasp during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, Feb. 1. The Exercise, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps’ revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today’s fight with today’s forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise will take place Jan. 30 - Feb. 12, 2012, afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. Iron Horse Marines land aboard USS Wasp during Exercise Bold Alligator 120201-M-SB340-124


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