060115-N-9866B-003 Pacific Ocean (Jan. 15, 2006) - Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class John Hicks mans a MK-38 25mm machine gun on the aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) during a simulated straits transit. Peleliu and ESG-3 is underway off the coast of Southern California conducting their Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX) in preparation for an upcoming scheduled deployment. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class Zack Baddorf (RELEASED) US Navy 060115-N-9866B-003 Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class John Hicks mans a MK-38 25mm machine gun

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