190201-N-WI365-2039 PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 01, 2019) – Landing Craft, Utility (LCU) 1633 prepares to be grounded in the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) during well deck operations. Ashland, part of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Markus Castaneda)

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