The final phase of the six-week Rim of the Pacific 2012 exercise. Video includes amphibious vehicles landing at Pyramid beach on Marine Corps Base Hawaii after departing the nearby USS Essex. Also includes helicopter insertion of U.S. Marines from the 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment along with partner nation forces. U.S., Australian, and other forces then participate in a live fire exercise that integrates all components of a ground assault force. This final phase involved five total nations and more than 400 personnel. Soundbites include 2LT. Kyle Durant - AV Platoon Commander, 3rd Marine Regiment and PVT. James Bond - Rifleman, Australian Army. Produced by Tech Sgt. Michael Jackson.

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