
January 31, 2018 - Marines with 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st Marine Division, drive their Amphibious Assault Vehicle to the USS Rushmore (LSD-47) to perform an in-stream on-load during exercise Iron Fist 2018. Military bilateral training like Iron Fist is vital for rapid expeditionary response expected of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps globally. The exercise provides realistic, relevant training necessary for effective combined military operations. (Image created by USA Patriotism! from U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Teutsch) The U.S. Marines | Our Valiant Troops | Americans | Answering The Call |