Seaman James J. Aguirre attempts to feed a monkey perched on a tree branch at Gordon Heights Elementary School while conducting a community relations project in the Republic of Philippines.
Summary
SUBIC BAY, Republic of Philippines (Oct. 16, 2007) Seaman James J. Aguirre attempts to feed a monkey perched on a tree branch at Gordon Heights Elementary School while conducting a community relations project in the Republic of Philippines. Tortuga is a dock landing ship serving under Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group 7/Task Force 76 and is conducting Exercises Talon Vision and Phiblex 08. The training exercises will run concurrently from Oct. 15-31, and will partner 2,700 U.S. and 1,300 Philippine military personnel for two weeks of training emphasizing the importance of supporting the peace and stability of the Asia-Pacific region. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brandon Myrick File# 071016-N-6710M-050