120207-N-NL541-447 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2012) An amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) assigned to 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, Delta Company, 1st Platoon, exits the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during a beach assault exercise as Wasp is underway to participate in the Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator, the largest naval amphibious exercise in ten 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.


120207-N-NL541-447 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2012) An amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) assigned to 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, Delta Company, 1st Platoon, exits the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during a beach assault exercise as Wasp is underway to participate in the Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator, the largest naval amphibious exercise in ten 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 through Feb. 12, 2012, afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stuart Phillips/Released) - Official Navy Imagery - Exercise Bold Alligator 2012


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