Exercise Bold Alligator Collection

A P-8A Poseidon in flight
Atlantic Ocean, February 3, 2012 - A P-8A Poseidon conducts flyovers above the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group during exercise Bold Alligator 2012

Riverine Command Boats and security boats practice maneuvers
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, February 1, 2012 - Coast Guard transportable port security boats and riverine command boats from Riverine Squadron 2 practice maneuvers together in the Intracoastal

Amphibious assault ship USS Wasp
January 30, 2012 - The amphibious assault ship USS Wasp gets underway in support of exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator 2012, the largest amphibious exercise in the past 10 years

A U. S. Marine guides an amphibious assault vehicle on Onslow Beach
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, February 6, 2012 - A U.S. Marine guides an amphibious assault vehicle on Onslow Beach during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012

French Marines lead a convoy of combat vehicles during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, February 6, 2012 - French Marines lead a convoy during the amphibious assault phase of Bold Alligator 2012

An MV-22 Osprey lands aboard USNS Robert E. Peary
Atlantic Ocean, February 9, 2012 - An MV-22 Osprey makes a historic first landing aboard the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5)

Amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio
January 30, 2012 - The amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio gets underway in support of exercise Bold Alligator 2012

An AV-8B Harrier maneuvers on the flight deck of USS Kearsarge
Atlantic Ocean, February 1, 2012 - An AV-8B Harrier maneuvers on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge during Bold Alligator 2012

An amphibious assault vehicle drives toward Onslow Beach
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, February 6, 2012 - An amphibious assault vehicle drives toward Onslow Beach during exercise Bold Alligator 2012

An SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter lands aboard USS Kearsarge
Atlantic Ocean, January 31, 2012 - An SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012

F / A-18 aircraft prepare to take off from the flight deck of USS Enterprise
Atlantic Ocean, February 2, 2012 - An F/A-18F Super Hornet and an F/A-18C Hornet prepare to take off during flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise as part of exercise Bold

MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft on the flight deck of USS Kearsarge
Atlantic Ocean, January 31, 2012 - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge during exercise Bold Alligator 2012

A Riverine Squadron conducts security escort operations
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, February 1, 2012 - Crew Members assigned to Riverine Command Boat from Riverine Squadron 2 conduct security escort operations for ships transiting out to sea through

An MV-22 Osprey prepares to land aboard USNS Robert E. Peary
Atlantic Ocean, February 9, 2012 - An MV-22 Osprey makes a historic first landing aboard the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary

A soldier scans the horizon through a pair of binoculars
Virginia Beach, Virginia, January 25, 2012 - A crew member from the French navy projection and command ship FS Mistral, scans the horizon in an exercise off the coast of Virginia

A close-in weapons system fires a burst of tungsten rounds
Atlantic Ocean, February 1, 2012 - A close-in weapons system (CWIS) fires a burst of tungsten rounds aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp during the initial phase of exercise Bold Alligator

Gunneras Mate mans the MK-38 25mm machine gun aboard USS Porter
Atlantic Ocean, January 31, 2012 - Gunneras Mate mans the MK-38 25mm machine gun while conducting a small-arms action team training exercise with training support vessel Prevail (TSV 1)

A Riverine Command Boat during exercise Bold Alligator 2012
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, January 31, 2012 - A Riverine Command Boat conducts a route reconnaissance mission during exercise Bold Alligator 2012

A gunner mans a Mk-38 machine gun aboard USS Kearsarge
Atlantic Ocean, February 6, 2012 - Gunners Mate mans a Mk 38 25mm machine gun aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge during exercise Bold Alligator 2012

MV-22 Osprey aircraft land aboard USS Peleliu
Pacific Ocean, February 1, 2012 - MV-22 Osprey land aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu during flight deck qualifications

Equipment Operator gathers a load of gravel on Camp Johnson
Camp Johnson, Alabama, January 31, 2012 - Equipment Operator gathers a load of gravel to raise the elevation of a road bed on Camp Johnson in support of Bold Alligator 2012

An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft lands aboard USS Kearsarge
Atlantic Ocean, January 31, 2012 - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge during exercise Bold Alligator 2012

A landing craft air cushion prepares to land on the beach
Atlantic Ocean, February 1, 2012 - A landing craft air cushion prepares to land on the beach during amphibious operations with the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge during Bold Alligator 2012

An MV-22 Osprey lands aboard USS Peleliu
Pacific Ocean, February 1, 2012 - An MV-22 Osprey lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu during flight deck qualifications

A group of landing craft air cushions transit the Atlantic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean, January 30, 2012 - A group of landing craft air cushions (LCACs) from Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4 approach the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1)

U. S. Marines drive an amphibious assault vehicle
Atlantic Ocean, February 1, 2012 - Marines aboard an amphibious assault vehicle transiting to the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge

An amphibious assault vehicle debarks from a Military Sealift Command ship
Atlantic Ocean, February 7, 2012 - An amphibious assault vehicle debarks from the Military Sealift Command container roll-on/roll-off ship SS PFC Eugene A. Obregon during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012

A landing craft, air cushion prepares to depart Onslow Beach
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, February 6, 2012 - A landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) prepares to depart Onslow Beach during exercise Bold Alligator 2012

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"Exercise Bold Alligator: A Spectacular Display of Military Power and Precision" In this breathtaking display of military prowess, the skies above are dominated by a majestic P-8A Poseidon in flight, showcasing its unparalleled capabilities. Meanwhile, on the water's surface, Riverine Command Boats and security boats engage in synchronized maneuvers that demonstrate their unwavering commitment to protecting our shores. The mighty Amphibious assault ship USS Wasp stands tall as the centerpiece of this exercise, symbolizing strength and unity. Guided by skilled U. S. Marines, amphibious assault vehicles conquer Onslow Beach with unwavering determination. International cooperation is evident as French Marines lead a convoy of combat vehicles during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. The camaraderie between nations is palpable as they work together seamlessly towards a common goal. The MV-22 Osprey gracefully lands aboard USNS Robert E. Peary, showcasing its versatility and ability to swiftly transport troops and supplies across vast distances. Nearby, the Amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio serves as an essential hub for logistical support. On the flight deck of USS Kearsarge, an AV-8B Harrier executes daring maneuvers that highlight both pilot skill and cutting-edge technology. Simultaneously, an SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter touches down with precision - a testament to the expertise of those onboard. As F/A-18 aircraft prepare for takeoff from the flight deck of USS Enterprise, anticipation fills the air - these formidable machines are ready to unleash their power when called upon. Completing this awe-inspiring scene are MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft stationed on the flight deck of USS Kearsarge; their unique design allows them to seamlessly transition between vertical takeoffs and landings while maintaining exceptional speed and agility. Exercise Bold Alligator encapsulates not only military might but also meticulous coordination among different branches and nations working harmoniously towards a common objective.