RESCUE ROPE Constable Allen Abbott of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force's Special Service Unit tries to pull himself to shore while practicing swift-water rescue procedures taught by U.S. Air Force pararescuemen during Operation Southern Partner in La Toc, Saint Lucia, June 5, 2009. Operation Southern Partner is a long-term commitment by U.S. and partner nations to share experiences, information, vital skills, tactics and techniques. SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.07 MB) Credit: VIRIN: 002005-E-BKD34-474.jpg Photo Gallery