This week several members of the 25 nation coalition participated in a naval gunnery exercise off the coast of Oahu as part of the 2018 Rim of the Pacific. The Conversation’s Ryan Finnerty joined the crew of the USS Lake Erie as they went through live fire training.
Underway with the USS Lake Erie
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Two of the Lake Erie's aircraft handlers secure one of the ship's two SH-60 Seahawk helicopters after landing.
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Officers and sailors on the bridge of the USS Lake Erie prepare for a live fire gunnery exercise.
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Looking aft along the USS Lake Erie.
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Forward view of the Lake Erie's bow from the bridge.
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The USS Lake Erie's Command Team observes a live fire exercise. In view are ships from the Peruvian Navy, French Navy, and the U.S. Coast Guard.
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