080609-N-6936D-196 SATTAHIP, Thailand (June 9, 2008) The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) completes a stern gate marriage with Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1627 onloading Marines and equipment after the completion of Cobra Gold 2008. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Didier (Released) US Navy 080609-N-6936D-196 The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) completes a stern gate marriage with Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1627

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