Damage Controlman 2nd Class Jameal Defreitas (left) and Damage Controlman 2nd Class Keith Huntfy ballast and deballast the basting tanks on board amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during the multinational exercise Bold Alligator 2014. Improving Navy-Marine Corps amphibious core competencies along with coalition, North Atlantic Treaty Organization, allied and partner nations is a necessary investment in the current and future readiness of our forces. BA14 will take place Oct. 29 - Nov. 10, 2014, afloat and ashore along the eastern seaboard. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tamara Vaughn Released)
<br>Unit: USS Kearsarge (LHD 3)
Petty Officer 3rd Class Tamara Vaughn
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