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Norfolk, Va. (May 18, 2006) -- Amphibious assault ship USS Saipan (LHA 2) departs from Norfolk to participate in the multinational exercise "Phoenix Express" in the Sixth Fleet Area of Responsibility (AOR). The multi-national exercise is focused on developing the individual and collective maritime proficiencies of participating nations. The exercise will promote friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation with regional partners. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Michael Starkey (RELEASED)

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Photo description

Photo Date
May 18, 2006
Photographer
Photographer's Mate Airman Michael Starkey
Caption Writer
LT Christopher Bishop, Deputy Director, NVNS
Copyright Status
Public domain / free use
Service Branch
US Navy
Primary Equipment
LHA 2
Other Visible Equipment
Tugboat
Plane Number
Not available
Base
Not available
Tail Code
Not available
Squadron
Not available
Comments/Notes
Not available