Saturday, February 4, 2012

Riverine Command Boat

Riverine Command Boat (RCB) 803 attached to Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 2 conducts a route reconnaissance mission during exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. The exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class R. Jason Brunson/Released)

USNS Laramie (T-AO 203)

The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Laramie (T-AO 203) breaks away from the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) after a replenishment at sea during Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. The exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesse Monford/Released)