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Caption:
Gulf of Thailand (June 17, 2006) -- The counter measure wash down
system aboard amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) is
tested to ensure its readiness on the ship's foc'sle. Tortuga is
enroute to Thailand for the 2nd phase of Cooperation Afloat Readiness
and Training (CARAT). CARAT is an annual series of bilateral maritime
training exercises between the United States and six Southeast Asian
nations designed to build relationships and enhance the operational
readiness of the participating forces. U.S. Navy photo by Mass
Communications Specialist 2nd Class John L. Beeman (RELEASED)
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