Amphibious assault ship - S. Korea, US Military Exercise

SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 28, 2007) - The Deuces, a shipboard band aboard amphibious assault ship USS Essex’s (LHD 2), performs a show on the mess decks for Republic of Korea marines and Navy Sailors during Exercise Foal Eagle 2007. Foal Eagle is a scheduled combined/joint exercise conducted annually involving forces from both the United States and the Republic of Korea. The exercise demonstrates a commitment to the ROK-U.S. alliance and enhances combat readiness through combined and joint training. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jhoan Montolio