Caption:
Pacific Ocean (Nov. 4, 2006) -- With a MH-60S Seahawk assigned to the
Island Knights" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Two Five (HSC-25)
flying as a channel guard, USS Essex (LHD 2) passes the Capul Island
Lighthouse as it transits through the San Bernardino Straits after
completing a port visit to Subic Bay, Philippines. Essex and 31st MEU
were in the Philippines to participate in bilateral exercises, Exercise
Talon Vision and Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX 07), with the
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFR). U.S. Navy photo by Mass
Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael D. Kennedy (RELEASED)
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