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LCAC Hovercraft taking part in a beach assault
Pictured is a Landing craft Air Cushioned (LCAC) Hovercraft taking part in a beach assault in Harstad, Norway.
The winter deployment 16 for the Royal Marines in Harstad, Norway forms part of the NATO COLD RESPONSE 16 Exercise.
Developing cold weather warfare skills with the Norwegians, Dutch, USMC and members of the Royal Navys sister Services. Ensuring the UK has a high-readiness flexible force with a truly global reach.
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The British Army protects the United Kingdom's interests at home and abroad, providing a safe and secure environment in which all British citizens can live and prosper
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This print captures the intense action of a beach assault in Harstad, Norway. In the foreground, a powerful Landing Craft Air Cushioned (LCAC) Hovercraft is seen gliding effortlessly over the icy waters towards its target. This LCAC is part of the winter deployment 16 for the Royal Marines, who are participating in the NATO COLD RESPONSE 16 Exercise. The exercise aims to develop cold weather warfare skills and foster collaboration between various military units including the Norwegians, Dutch, USMC, and members of the Royal Navy's sister Services. The challenging arctic conditions provide an ideal training ground for honing their abilities to operate effectively in freezing temperatures and difficult terrain. As snow blankets rocky mountains in the background, this image showcases not only the LCAC's impressive capabilities but also highlights how nature can pose formidable challenges even to highly trained forces. With its high-readiness flexible force and global reach capability, this display by 3 Commando Brigade's 539 Assault Squadron serves as a reminder of Britain's commitment to ensuring national security under any circumstances. With stunning clarity captured by HDR imaging technology, this photograph stands as a testament to both human resilience and cutting-edge military equipment. It symbolizes unity among nations striving together against all odds while emphasizing that victory requires adaptability and preparation for diverse climates and terrains around our world.
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