JTF 510 aboard USS Germantown, operation Enduring Freedom
Summary
At sea aboard USS Germantown off the coast of Basilan Island, in the Republic of the Philippines (Apr. 20, 2002) -- U.S. Air Force Brigadier General Donald Wurster, Commander Joint Task Force 510, addresses the crew on the ships 1MC announcement system. General Wurster visited
the U.S. Navy dock landing ship to welcome her as she begins missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Ships of this class transport, launch, and support landing craft and helicopters carrying U.S. Marines during amphibious operations. Joint Task Force 510 is advising, training and assisting the Philippine Army in the pursuit of Abu Sayyaf terrorists, believed associated with the Al Qaida terrorist network. U.S. Navy photo by Photographers Mate 2nd Class Andrew Meyers. File# 020420-N-4790M-003