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Colombian marine 1st Sgt. Julio Rhenals, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), walks Sgt. Christopher L. Coheley, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) EOD, through the steps of loading the barrel on the Vanguard, a robot used to confiscate improvised explosive devices (IEDs), during a subject matter expert exchange, Feb. 3. SCTF is deployed in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS11). A-SPS11 is designed to strengthen cooperative partnerships among partner nations to come together and join efforts to enhance regional maritime security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)::r::::n::

Colombian marine 1st Sgt. Julio Rhenals, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), walks Sgt. Christopher L. Coheley, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) EOD, through the steps of loading the barrel on the Vanguard, a robot used to confiscate improvised explosive devices (IEDs), during a subject matter expert exchange, Feb. 3. SCTF is deployed in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS11). A-SPS11 is designed to strengthen cooperative partnerships among partner nations to come together and join efforts to enhance regional maritime security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)::r::::n::

Photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler

Master Sgt. Jeffrey A. Bratcher, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), shows the equipment and mechanics of the Pacbot to Colombian marine 1st Sgt. C. Montoya, Feb. 3, during a subject matter expert exchange in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). The Pacbot is a remote controlled robot designed to confiscate improvised explosive devices (IEDs). A-SPS11 is designed to strengthen cooperative partnerships among partner nations to come together and join efforts to enhance regional maritime security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)::r::::n::

Master Sgt. Jeffrey A. Bratcher, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), shows the equipment and mechanics of the Pacbot to Colombian marine 1st Sgt. C. Montoya, Feb. 3, during a subject matter expert exchange in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). The Pacbot is a remote controlled robot designed to confiscate improvised explosive devices (IEDs). A-SPS11 is designed to strengthen cooperative partnerships among partner nations to come together and join efforts to enhance regional maritime security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)::r::::n::

Photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler

Lance Corporal Bruno Martinez translates an explanation of a commonly encountered type of improvised explosive device (IED). This is one of many subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs) being held as part Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). Working together alongside partner nation civil and military services, sharing ideas and information, will improve interoperability and enhance regional maritime security. (U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)

Lance Corporal Bruno Martinez translates an explanation of a commonly encountered type of improvised explosive device (IED). This is one of many subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs) being held as part Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). Working together alongside partner nation civil and military services, sharing ideas and information, will improve interoperability and enhance regional maritime security. (U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)

Photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Rubin D. Gomez, from Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) translates and demonstrates how to throw the SCTF's tactical unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), the Raven, to a Colombian marine during a subject matter expert exchange in Covenas. The A-SPS concept is dedicated to the continuous effort towards regional service partnerships and improving each country’s capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Lauren G. Randall)

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Rubin D. Gomez, from Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) translates and demonstrates how to throw the SCTF's tactical unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), the Raven, to a Colombian marine during a subject matter expert exchange in Covenas. The A-SPS concept is dedicated to the continuous effort towards regional service partnerships and improving each country’s capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Lauren G. Randall)

Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Lauren G. Randall

Sgt. Justin A. Schmicker, Marine Wing Support Squadron 271, ground command element, ensures a Colombian Marine understands all the proper handling techniques on a M249 squad automatic weapon during a weapon expertise exchange with the Colombian Marines in support of Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) with Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011, Covenas, Colombia, Feb. 1, 2011. SCTF will focus on strengthening and establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Sanderfer/Released)

Sgt. Justin A. Schmicker, Marine Wing Support Squadron 271, ground command element, ensures a Colombian Marine understands all the proper handling techniques on a M249 squad automatic weapon during a weapon expertise exchange with the Colombian Marines in support of Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) with Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011, Covenas, Colombia, Feb. 1, 2011. SCTF will focus on strengthening and establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Sanderfer/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Sanderfer

Colombian Marines fire the M249 squad automatic weapon while Sgt. Shelby Mangiaracina, Marine Wing Support Squadron 271, Ground Combat Element, ensures the Colombian Marine use proper handling techniques during a weapon expertise exchange with the Colombian Marines in support of Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) with Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011, Covenas, Colombia, Feb. 1, 2011. SCTF will focus on strengthening and establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Sanderfer/Released)

Colombian Marines fire the M249 squad automatic weapon while Sgt. Shelby Mangiaracina, Marine Wing Support Squadron 271, Ground Combat Element, ensures the Colombian Marine use proper handling techniques during a weapon expertise exchange with the Colombian Marines in support of Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) with Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011, Covenas, Colombia, Feb. 1, 2011. SCTF will focus on strengthening and establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Sanderfer/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Sanderfer

A Colombian Marine walks along side a vehicle during night driving operations. Night driving with the use of night vision technology is one e of the subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs) being held between U.S. and Colombian Marines as part of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. ::r::::n::(U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)

A Colombian Marine walks along side a vehicle during night driving operations. Night driving with the use of night vision technology is one e of the subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs) being held between U.S. and Colombian Marines as part of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. ::r::::n::(U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)

Photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt

U.S. Marines with Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) hold the primary weapon used by Colombian Marine Proffessionals, the Galil assault rifle, while Colombian Marine Proffesionals hold the U.S. Marine Corps' primary weapon, the M4 carbine rifle, as they stand on the firing line at Marine Infantry Training Base in Covenas, Feb.1. U.S. and Colombian Marines fired several weapons during a subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)::r::::n::

U.S. Marines with Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) hold the primary weapon used by Colombian Marine Proffessionals, the Galil assault rifle, while Colombian Marine Proffesionals hold the U.S. Marine Corps' primary weapon, the M4 carbine rifle, as they stand on the firing line at Marine Infantry Training Base in Covenas, Feb.1. U.S. and Colombian Marines fired several weapons during a subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)::r::::n::

Photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler

Lance Cpl. Paul G. Chambers, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF), assists Colombian Marine Proffessional Leyder Angulo with the M4 carbine on the weapons range at Marine Infantry Training Base in Covenas Feb.1. U.S. and Colombian Marines fired several weapons during a subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)

Lance Cpl. Paul G. Chambers, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF), assists Colombian Marine Proffessional Leyder Angulo with the M4 carbine on the weapons range at Marine Infantry Training Base in Covenas Feb.1. U.S. and Colombian Marines fired several weapons during a subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)

Photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler

Cpl. Derek R. Connelly, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF), observes Colombian Marine Proffessional Victor Velasquez during M249 Squad automatic weapon drills, Feb.1. The weapons drills were conducted aboard Marine Infantry Training Base in Covenas as a subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011. A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)

Cpl. Derek R. Connelly, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF), observes Colombian Marine Proffessional Victor Velasquez during M249 Squad automatic weapon drills, Feb.1. The weapons drills were conducted aboard Marine Infantry Training Base in Covenas as a subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011. A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)

Photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler

Cpl. Derek R. Connelly, left, assigned to Security Cooperation Task Force, observes Colombian marine Victor Velasquez during M249 Squad Automatic Weapon drills at Marine Infantry Training Base. The drills were part of a subject matter expert exchange supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station (SPS) 2011. SPS is an annual deployment of U.S. ships to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in the Caribbean and Latin America. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler/Released)::r::::n::::r::::n::

Cpl. Derek R. Connelly, left, assigned to Security Cooperation Task Force, observes Colombian marine Victor Velasquez during M249 Squad Automatic Weapon drills at Marine Infantry Training Base. The drills were part of a subject matter expert exchange supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station (SPS) 2011. SPS is an annual deployment of U.S. ships to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in the Caribbean and Latin America. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler/Released)::r::::n::::r::::n::

Photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler

Cpl. Carlos F. Sanchez, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF), demonstrates how to feed rounds into a M249 squad automatic weapon (SAW) to Colombian Marine Professional Carlos Almario, during M249 SAW drills, Feb.1. The weapons drills were conducted at Marine Infantry Training Base in Covenas as a subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011. A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)

Cpl. Carlos F. Sanchez, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF), demonstrates how to feed rounds into a M249 squad automatic weapon (SAW) to Colombian Marine Professional Carlos Almario, during M249 SAW drills, Feb.1. The weapons drills were conducted at Marine Infantry Training Base in Covenas as a subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011. A-SPS 11 will focus on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise so each participating country will improve capabilities in what it considers key maritime security mission areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler)

Photo by Cpl. Brittany J. Kohler

Colombian Marines offload from a landing craft utility (LCU) from USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44). Colombian Marines were given the opportunity to tour Gunston Hall as a part of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will facilitate close coordination and communication between regional partners’ civil and maritime services, resulting in strengthened cooperative partnerships. (U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)

Colombian Marines offload from a landing craft utility (LCU) from USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44). Colombian Marines were given the opportunity to tour Gunston Hall as a part of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will facilitate close coordination and communication between regional partners’ civil and maritime services, resulting in strengthened cooperative partnerships. (U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)

Photo by Sergeant Kevin L Pruitt

COVENAS, SUCRE, Colombia (Jan. 31, 2011) – Colombian coast guardsmen and U.S. Marines from Security Cooperation Task Force pick up used shell casings after participating in shooting range qualifications at the pistol range on the Colombian Marine Infantry Training Base Jan. 31 during Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011. A-SPS 11 is an opportunity to strengthen ties to partner nations while enhancing maritime strategy with regional services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Lauren G. Randall)

COVENAS, SUCRE, Colombia (Jan. 31, 2011) – Colombian coast guardsmen and U.S. Marines from Security Cooperation Task Force pick up used shell casings after participating in shooting range qualifications at the pistol range on the Colombian Marine Infantry Training Base Jan. 31 during Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011. A-SPS 11 is an opportunity to strengthen ties to partner nations while enhancing maritime strategy with regional services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Lauren G. Randall)

Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Lauren G. Randall

Colombia (January 30, 2011) Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren Randall and Marine Corporal Brittany Kohler show photos to a Colombian child while disembarked from USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44). Gunston Hall is underway in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11) The SPS concept is based on the premise that strong, open, multi-lateral partnerships enhance regional stability and security. (U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)

Colombia (January 30, 2011) Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren Randall and Marine Corporal Brittany Kohler show photos to a Colombian child while disembarked from USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44). Gunston Hall is underway in support of Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11) The SPS concept is based on the premise that strong, open, multi-lateral partnerships enhance regional stability and security. (U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)

Photo by Sgt. Kevin L Pruitt

LCpl. Ruben D. Gomez, from Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) lets a child try on his cover during the arrival of Marines and Sailors in Covenas, Sucre, Jan. 29. SCTF is embarked aboard Gunston Hall on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will provide the opportunity for joint operations between partner nations while exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall)

LCpl. Ruben D. Gomez, from Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) lets a child try on his cover during the arrival of Marines and Sailors in Covenas, Sucre, Jan. 29. SCTF is embarked aboard Gunston Hall on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will provide the opportunity for joint operations between partner nations while exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall)

Photo by MC3 Lauren G. Randall

Marine LCpl. Ruben D. Gomez, from Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) converses with Colombian Marines from 4th Infantry Battalion and 2nd Infantry Battalion as Marines and Sailors come ashore in Covenas, Sucre, Jan. 29. SCTF is embarked aboard Gunston Hall on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will provide the opportunity for joint operations between partner nations while exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall)

Marine LCpl. Ruben D. Gomez, from Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) converses with Colombian Marines from 4th Infantry Battalion and 2nd Infantry Battalion as Marines and Sailors come ashore in Covenas, Sucre, Jan. 29. SCTF is embarked aboard Gunston Hall on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will provide the opportunity for joint operations between partner nations while exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall)

Photo by MC3 Lauren G. Randall

Sailors aboard a landing craft unit (LCU) and Marines from Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) guide a high back humvee onto the coast of Covenas, Sucre Colombia Jan. 29. SCTF is embarked aboard Gunston Hall on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will provide the opportunity for joint operations between partner nations while exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall)

Sailors aboard a landing craft unit (LCU) and Marines from Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF) guide a high back humvee onto the coast of Covenas, Sucre Colombia Jan. 29. SCTF is embarked aboard Gunston Hall on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will provide the opportunity for joint operations between partner nations while exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall)

Photo by MC3 Lauren G. Randall

Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock-landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) is anchored in the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Covenas, Sucre Colombia, Jan. 29. Gunston Hall is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will provide the opportunity for joint operations between partner nations while exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall)

Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock-landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) is anchored in the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Covenas, Sucre Colombia, Jan. 29. Gunston Hall is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will provide the opportunity for joint operations between partner nations while exercising vital lines of communication between regional security services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall)

Photo by MC3 Lauren G. Randall

Marine Corps Cpl. Thanh Duong, food service specialist, from Irvington, N.J. prepares meals in the galley aboard Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock-landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44). Sailors and Marines prepare more than 1,800 meals a day for the ship’s crew. Gunston Hall is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 is structured to improve partner nation capabilities, interoperability and civil-military operations through joint multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation.

Marine Corps Cpl. Thanh Duong, food service specialist, from Irvington, N.J. prepares meals in the galley aboard Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock-landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44). Sailors and Marines prepare more than 1,800 meals a day for the ship’s crew. Gunston Hall is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 is structured to improve partner nation capabilities, interoperability and civil-military operations through joint multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation.

Photo by Sgt. Nashaunda Tilghman

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