 The beaches of Camp Pendleton are quiet today, but Don Blitz took its energy to San Clemente Island. Sailors assigned to USS Shupe and Japanese destroyer Ashigara, and Marines assigned in naval gunfire liaison companies are taking part in a live precision firing scenario. The purpose of this is to strengthen our skill set that is the art and science of the integration of combined arms and particularly as it's concerned with our allies. First introduced in 2000, Don Blitz continues to grow each year in both size and importance, providing a vigorous training environment for U.S. sailors and Marines. To both increase core amphibious capabilities while also strengthening international partnerships. For more information or to follow the exercise, visit the Don Blitz Facebook page.