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# UNITAS 2019

## UNITAS is a longstanding, multinational maritime exercise conducted annually in Latin America and the Caribbean to enhance security cooperation and improve coalition operations.  UNITAS Atlantic and UNITAS Amphib LX were hosted by Brazil Aug. 19 - 30 and included U.S. Navy and Marine forces training with militaries from 13 countries.  From June 24 – July 3, Chile hosted maritime forces from 12 countries for UNITAS LX Pacific.

## Recent Photos

190827-M-OP674-093 - U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushions (LCAC) conduct ship-to-shore operations in response to a simulated disaster relief situation during UNITAS LX at Ilha da Marambia, Brazil, Aug. 27, 2019. This equipment is used to aid in supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenarios. UNITAS is the world's longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190827-M-OP674-101 - A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) lands on shore in repsonse to a simulated disaster relief situation during UNITAS LX at Ilha da Marambia, Brazil, Aug. 27, 2019. This equipment is used to aid in supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenarios. UNITAS is the world's longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190827-M-OP674-131 - Brazilian sailors and Marines treat a simulated casualty during a disaster relief exercise as part of UNITAS LX at Ilha da Marambia, Brazil, Aug. 27, 2019. The Brazilian medical team is training to perform surgeries in field environments. UNITAS is the world's longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190827-M-OP674-024 - A Brazilian amphibious assault vehicle conducts ship-to-shore operations from the BNS Bahia (G 40) in reponse to a simulated disaster relief situation during UNITAS LX at Ilha da Marambia, Brazil, Aug. 27, 2019. This equipment is used to aid in supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenarios. UNITAS is the world's longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190821-N-OQ778-1068 - U.S. Navy Sailors and Marines, assigned to the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), conduct a beach clean up for a community relations event at Icarai Beach with Brazilian sailors and marines in support of UNITAS LX (60) in Rio de Janeiro, Aug. 21, 2019. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959, first executed in 1960 and has been held every year since. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kody A. Phillips)

190823-N-HX127-1078 - Navy Diver 2nd Class Bruce Dagata, assigned to Mobile Diving Salvage Unit TWO, conducts a familiarization dive during UNITAS LX, in Rio de Janeiro, August 23, 2019. UNITAS which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959, first executed in 1960 and has been held every year since. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timothy M. Ahearn)

190823-N-HX127-1115 - An Ecuadorian Navy diver examines an MK-20 dive mask prior to a familiarization dive with U.S. Navy divers during UNITAS LX, in Rio de Janeiro, August 23, 2019.UNITAS which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959, first executed in 1960 and has been held every year since. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timothy M. Ahearn)

190823-N-LM739-0158 - WATERS OFF THE COAST OF BRAZIL  (Aug. 23, 2019) – USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) moves in to position behind the Brazilian navy ship PHM Atlantico (A 140) during a maneuvering exercise in support of UNITAS LX, August 23, 2019. UNITAS, which is Latin for ”unity”, was conceived in 1959, first executed in 1960 and has been held every year since. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Parham)

190824-N-LM739-0032 - WATERS OFF THE COAST OF BRAZIL  (Aug. 24, 2019) – Members of Brazilian, Ecuadorian, and United States Coast Guard special forces gather after a training exercise in the hanger bay of the Brazilian amphibious assault ship PHM Atlantico (A 140) in support of UNITAS, August 24, 2019. UNITAS, which is Latin for ”unity”, was conceived in 1959, first executed in 1960 and has been held every year since. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Parham)

190819-M-TE205-178 - U.S. Marines with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, a unit based out of Tampa Bay, Florida, conduct vehicle recovery exercises with amphibious assault vehicles during UNITAS LX on the Brazilian Marine Corps Base of Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 19, 2019. UNITAS is the world's longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Booker T. Thomas III)

190820-M-TE205-197 - U.S. Marines with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, along with Chilean, Brazilian, and Peruvian Marines, conduct ship-to-shore training in amphibious assault vehicles during UNITAS LX on the Brazilian Marine Corps Base of Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 20, 2019. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations.  (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Booker T. Thomas III)

190820-M-OP674-123 - U.S. Marines with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, a unit based out of Tampa Bay, Florida, alongside Brazilian Marines, test their joint amphibious capabilities with amphibious assault vehicles during UNITAS LX at Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 20, 2019. AAVs are able to conduct ship-to-shore movements to aid in supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief situations. UNITAS is the world's longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190820-M-OP674-135 - Brazilian Marines test their amphibious capabilities with amphibious assault vehicles during UNITAS LX at Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 20, 2019. AAVs are able to conduct ship-to-shore movements to aid in supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief situations. UNITAS is the world's longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190820-M-OP674-113 - Military members from Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Chile test their joint amphibious capabilities with U.S. Marine Corps amphibious assault vehicles during UNITAS LX at Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 20, 2019. AAVs are able to conduct ship-to-shore movements to aid in supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief situations. UNITAS is the world's longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190820-M-BG142-002 - Sargento 3 Fuzilero Naval do Brasil (Brazilian Navy Sergeant 3) Diego Freitas Cerovllo, an amphibious assault vehicle crewman, gives a safety brief to Brazilian and Ecuadorian Marines during a ship-to-shore exercise during UNITAS LX on the Brazilian Marine Corps Base of Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 20, 2019. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Stanley Moy)

190820-M-BG142-001 - U.S. Marines with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, a unit based out of Tampa Bay, Florida, conduct a safety brief to Brazilian, Colombian, Peruvian, Chilean, Argentinian and Ecuadorian Marines before a ship-to-shore exercise during UNITAS LX on the Brazilian Marine Corps Base of Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 20, 2019. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Stanley Moy)

190819-M-BG142-067 - U.S. Navy Adm. Craig Faller, commander of U.S. Southern Command, delivers remarks during a UNITAS LX press conference on Naval Base Rio de Janeiro at Ilha Mocangue Grande, Brazil, Aug. 19, 2019. UNITAS is the world's longest-running annual, exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses in strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Stanley Moy)

190819-N-HX127-1136 - Senior leaders of UNITAS LX pose for a group photo at the opening ceremony of UNITAS LX in Rio de Janeiro, August 19, 2019. UNITAS, which means “unity” in Latin, is a demonstration of the U.S. commitment to the region and to the value of the strong relationships forged with our partners there. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timothy M. Ahearn)

190819-N-HX127-1061 - U.S. Navy Admiral Craig Faller, commander, U.S. Southern Command, speaks to UNITAS LX participants at the opening ceremony of UNITAS LX (60) in Rio de Janeiro, August 19, 2019. UNITAS, which means “unity” in Latin, is a demonstration of the U.S. commitment to the region and to the value of the strong relationships forged with our partners there. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timothy M. Ahearn)

190819-N-HX127-1095 - Military members from 13 countries stand in formation at the opening ceremony of UNITAS LX (60) in Rio de Janeiro, August 19, 2019. UNITAS, which means “unity” in Latin, is a demonstration of the U.S. commitment to the region and to the value of the strong relationships forged with our partners there. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timothy M. Ahearn)

190818-M-OP674-017 - U.S. Navy landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) arrive with heavy equipment to be used for UNITAS LX on the Brazilian Marine Corps Base of Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 18, 2019. This equipment is used to aid in supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenarios. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses on strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190818-M-OP674-055 - A U.S. Navy beach master unloads heavy equipment from a U.S. Navy landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) to be used for UNITAS LX on the Brazilian Marine Corps Base of Ilha do Governador, Brazil, Aug. 18, 2019. This equipment is used to aid in supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenarios. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running, annual exercise and brings together multinational forces from 11 countries to include Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, Mexico, Great Britain and the United States. The exercise focuses on strengthening the existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amy Phan)

190818-N-HX127-1014 - RIO DE JANEIRO — USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) pulls into the port of Rio De Janeiro for UNITAS 2019, August 18, 2019. UNITAS, which means “unity” in Latin, is a demonstration of the U.S. commitment to the region and to the value of the strong relationships forged with our partners there. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timothy M. Ahearn)

190818-N-HX127-1029 - RIO DE JANEIRO—USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) pulls into the port of Rio De Janeiro for UNITAS 2019, August 18, 2019. UNITAS, which means “unity” in Latin, is a demonstration of the U.S. commitment to the region and to the value of the strong relationships forged with our partners there. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timothy M. Ahearn)

190629-N-NU281-1186 - 190629-N-NU281-1186 SOUTHERN PACIFIC OCEAN (June 29, 2019) Quartermaster 3rd Class Lee Bundy, left, and Quartermaster Seaman Howard Fitzpatrick close up the battle ensign following a simulated replenishment-at-sea between the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) and Chilean replenishment ship CNS Araucano (AO-53) as part of an exercise during UNITAS LX. Michael Murphy is participating in UNITAS LX in Valparaiso, Chile, from June 24-July 3. UNITAS, Latin for "unity," is the world's longest-running multinational maritime exercise. Conceived in 1959 and first executed in 1960, UNITAS is a demonstration of U.S. commitment to the region and the strong relationships forged between our partner nations and their militaries. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin R. Pacheco)

Mass Communication Specialist - PACIFIC OCEAN (June 30, 2019) - Lt. Cmdr. Tyrell Mitchell troubleshoots CENTRIX chat room during UNITAS LX sea exercises. UNITAS, Latin for ‘unity,’ is the world’s longest-running multinational maritime exercise. Conceived in 1959 and first executed in 1960, UNITAS is a demonstration of U.S. commitment to the region and the strong relationships forged between our partner nations and their militaries. In addition to the Pacific phase of UNITAS LX, there will be Atlantic and Amphibious phases hosted by Brazil in August. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jacob Sippel/Released)

190625-N-AW702-0106 - VALPARAISO, Chile (June 25, 2019) - (left to right) Rear. Adm. Yerko Marcic Conley, Chilean fleet commander, Adm. Craig Faller, commander, U.S. Southern Command, and Vice Adm. Marcelo Gomez Garcia, Chilean commander of Naval Operations, pose for a photo after the pre-sail brief held aboard CNS Almirante Williams (FF 19), the Chilean navy flagship. UNITAS, Latin for ‘unity,’ is the world’s longest-running multinational maritime exercise. Conceived in 1959 and first executed in 1960, UNITAS is a demonstration of U.S. commitment to the region and the strong relationships forged between our partner nations and their militaries. In addition to the Pacific phase of UNITAS LX, there will be Atlantic and Amphibious phases hosted by Brazil in August. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jacob Sippel/Released)

Mass Communication Specialist - VALPARAISO, Chile (June 27, 2019) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) departs Valparaiso, Chile while participating in UNITAS LX. UNITAS, Latin for ‘unity,’ is the world’s longest-running multinational maritime exercise. Conceived in 1959 and first executed in 1960, UNITAS is a demonstration of U.S. commitment to the region and the strong relationships forged between our partner nations and their militaries. In addition to the Pacific phase of UNITAS LX, there will be Atlantic and Amphibious phases hosted by Brazil in August. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jacob Sippel/Released)

Mass Communication Specialist - VALPARAISO, Chile (June 27, 2019) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) departs Valparaiso, Chile while participating in UNITAS LX. UNITAS, Latin for ‘unity,’ is the world’s longest-running multinational maritime exercise. Conceived in 1959 and first executed in 1960, UNITAS is a demonstration of U.S. commitment to the region and the strong relationships forged between our partner nations and their militaries. In addition to the Pacific phase of UNITAS LX, there will be Atlantic and Amphibious phases hosted by Brazil in August. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jacob Sippel/Released)

Mass Communication Specialist - PACIFIC OCEAN (June 27, 2019) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) participates in sea exercises during UNITAS LX. UNITAS, Latin for ‘unity,’ is the world’s longest-running multinational maritime exercise. Conceived in 1959 and first executed in 1960, UNITAS is a demonstration of U.S. commitment to the region and the strong relationships forged between our partner nations and their militaries. In addition to the Pacific phase of UNITAS LX, there will be Atlantic and Amphibious phases hosted by Brazil in August. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jacob Sippel/Released)

**LATEST IMAGERY FROM UNITAS LXUNITAS LX NewsAug. 23, 2019U.S. Sailors, Marines Conduct Beach Clean Up in Rio de JaneiroAug. 22, 2019Brazil, U.S. Co-host South American Defense ConferenceAug. 19, 2019UNITAS LX Kicks off in Rio de JaneiroAug. 5, 2019USS Carter Hall Sets Sail for UNITAS LXJuly 5, 2019US 4th Fleet & Partner Nations Complete the Pacific Phase of UNITAS LXJune 20, 2019US 4th Fleet and Partner Nations Will Unite for Exercise UNITASUNITAS Atlantic and UNITAS Amphib 2019
Naval forces from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru and the United States participated in UNITAS LX (60), an annual multinational exercise in Rio de Janeiro, Aug. 19. Militaries from 13 nations took part, including 14 ships, one submarine, eight helicopters, and five aircraft. This year, in addition to the sea operation, there will be an amphibious phase, which will simulate coordinated humanitarian assistance delivery to Marambaia Island.
Participating Countries
In addition to the United States and Brazil, Argentina and Peru contributed ships and aircraft. Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, and the United Kingdom sent personnel to participate, and Japan and Portugal observed, totaling 13 nations.
Participating U.S. Forces- USS Carter Hall (LSD 50)
- MDSU-2
- EOD detachment (EOD 2)
- VP-26
- USCG Lant area
- Defense Institute for Medical Operations (DIMO)
- Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Southern Command (SPMAGTF-SC)
- U.S Marine Corps Forces, South (MARFORSOUTH)
- U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. Fourth Fleet (USNAVSO/FOURTHFLT)
- Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 40 staff 

UNITAS LX (60) Pacific

UNITAS focused on strengthening our existing regional partnerships and encouraging the establishment of new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during the exercise. The exercise develops and tests participating navies’ capabilities to respond to a wide variety of maritime missions as a unified force. 
This year's exercise included 10 warships that conducted maritime maneuvering operations in the Pacific Ocean.Participating Countries
Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Germany, Honduras, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Turkey, United States, and the United Kingdom.
Participating U.S. Forces- USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112)
- Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit 2
- Patrol Squadron (VP) 4
- Destroyer Squadron 40
- U.S. 4th Fleet
Background
UNITAS, Latin for ‘unity,’ is the world’s longest-running multinational maritime exercise. Conceived in 1959 and first executed in 1960, UNITAS is a demonstration of U.S. commitment to the region and the strong relationships forged between our partner nations and their militaries.

 
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