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Off the coast of Kuwait (Feb. 16, 2003) -- A Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC) assigned to Assault Craft Unit 4 (ACU-4) returns to the U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). ACU-4 has been transporting elements for the 2d Marine Expeditionary Brigade (2-MEB) from Kearsarge to a Kuwaiti Naval Base. 2-MEB is deployed in the region in support of the global war in terrorism, and other operations in support of national interests as directed. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Alicia Tasz.

[tomkow6]

At sea aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) (Feb. 15, 2002) -- A Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC) assigned to Assault Craft Unit 4 (ACU-4) leaves the well-deck of the Kearsarge while transporting equipment and personnel from the 2d Marine Expeditionary Brigade (2-MEB) to a Naval Base in Kuwait. U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Journalist Gregg L. Snaza.

[Kathy in Alaska]

...here come the MARINES! Three cheers for the Marines. And a special cheer for Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Alicia Tasz. Great shot!!