English: ARABIAN SEA (June 3, 2007) - Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Harold Macadangdang, performs a welding proficiency test aboard USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) (BHR). Welding proficiencies are conducted prior to welding actual aircraft components. The BHR Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) consists of Amphibious Squadron 7, BHR, USS Denver (LPD 9), USS Rushmore (LSD 47), USS Milius (DDG 69), USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93), USS Chosin (CG 65), and 2,200 combat ready Marines of the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) (SOC). BHRESG is operating in the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Operations and will be conducting Maritime Operations. U.S. and coalition forces conduct Maritime Operations to help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Cale Bentley (RELEASED)