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Video by Cpl. Garrett Kiger

LA Fleet Week: Defense Support to Civil Authorities

15th Marine Expeditionary Unit

May 24, 2022 | 2:16

U.S. Marines with 1st Landing Support Battalion, Task Force Los Angeles and Sailors assigned to 1st Medical Battalion and Assault Craft Unit 5, Task Force Los Angeles, conduct the Defense Support to Civil Authorities exercise at Cabrillo Beach during Los Angeles Fleet Week, California, May 24, 2022. The DSCA exercise strengthens relationships between Department of Defense and civil authorities in the event support is needed for real-world natural disaster and emergency relief scenarios. The purpose of Fleet Week is to showcase the capabilities of the Navy-Marine Corps team and give back to the community with events, static displays, and personal interactions between service members and the public. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Garrett Kiger)

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