Exercise Name: TALISMAN SABER 2009 (TS 09)
Exercise Dates:   06-26 July 2009
Exercise Location:Australia

TALISMAN SABER 2009 (TS 09) is a combined/joint CPX/FTX that will exercise a single Combined Task Force (CTF), focusing on operational and tactical interoperability through a high end, medium intensity scenario involving live, virtual, and constructive forces.  Includes combat operations transitioning into peacekeeping or other post-conflict operations.  U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific (MARFORPAC) is the Executive Agent (EA) for TS 09.  III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF) will function as the Combined Task Force (CTF) for certification as a USPACOM JTF Capable Headquarters.