Caption:
ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 15, 2008) -- Sailors aboard the guided-missile
cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) hoist a rigid hull inflatable boat out
of the water after a visit, board, search and seizure training exercise
during the Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group composite unit training
exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX provides a realistic training environment
to ensure the strike group is capable and ready for its upcoming
scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist
Seaman Chad R. Erdmann (RELEASED)
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