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CHATTOGRAM, BANGLADESH

211210-N-LI768-2007 CHATTOGRAM, Bangladesh (Dec. 10, 2021) – Sailors man the rails as the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16) departs Chattogram, Bangladesh. Tulsa, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Devin M. Langer) Share

CHATTOGRAM, BANGLADESH

211210-N-LI768-1255 CHATTOGRAM, Bangladesh (Dec. 10, 2021) – From left, the honorable Mr. Ito Naoki, Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh, the honorable Mr. Earl R. Miller, U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh, Cmdr. Travis Dvorak, commanding officer of USS Tulsa, the honorable Mr. Robert Chatterton Dixon, British High Commissioner to Bangladesh, and Dr. Sacha Blumen, First Secretary, Australian High Commission, Dhaka, pose for a photo during a tour aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship. Tulsa, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Devin M. Langer) Share

CHATTOGRAM, BANGLADESH

211209-N-LI768-1159 CHATTOGRAM, Bangladesh (Dec. 9, 2021) – Cmdr. Erin Connor, executive officer of USS Tulsa (LCS 16), right, explains ship operations to the honorable Mr. Earl R. Miller, U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh, aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship during a reception for Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh 2021. In its 27th year, CARAT series is comprised of multinational exercises, designed to enhance U.S. and partner navies’ abilities to operate together in response to traditional and non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. Tulsa, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Devin M. Langer) Share

UNITED STATES

211207-N-ZS023-1042 (Dec 7, 2021) NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Oakland (LCS 24) finishes installation of a Naval Strike Missile launch frame, Dec. 9, 2021. LCS is a fast, agile, mission-focused platform designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS is capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vance Hand/Released) Share

CDS 7 LATEST NEWS

211209-N-LI768-1112 CHATTOGRAM, Bangladesh (Dec. 9, 2021) – Cmdr. Travis Dvorak, commanding officer of USS Tulsa (LCS 16), explains ship operations to Bangladesh Navy officers aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship during a reception for Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh 2021. In its 27th year, CARAT series is comprised of multinational exercises, designed to enhance U.S. and partner navies’ abilities to operate together in response to traditional and non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. Tulsa, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Devin M. Langer) Share

LCS 8 LATEST NEWS

211130-N-NO820-1006 (Nov 30, 2021) NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO Cmdr. Wayne Gehman departs Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Montgomery (LCS 8) during a change of command ceremony on the flight deck. LCS is a fast, agile, mission-focused platform designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS is capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence. (U.S. Navy photo by Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Joseph Anderson) Share

DILI, EAST TIMOR

211208-N-PH222-1358 DILI, Timor-Leste (Dec. 8, 2021) Mineman 2nd Class Mason Alt, from Thomasville, Alabama, participates in evening colors from the flight deck aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18), during a port visit to Dili, Timor-Leste. Charleston, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden) Share

DILI, EAST TIMOR

211208-N-PH222-2009 DILI, Timor-Leste (Dec. 8, 2021) Left to right, Thomas E. Daley, charge d’affaires, United States Embassy, Cmdr. Clayton Beas, commanding officer of Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18), Brig. Gen. Calisto “Coliati” dos Santos, Chief of Staff Timor-Leste Defense Force, and Chief Superintendent Henrique da Costa, Timor-Leste National Police, participate in a cake cutting ceremony in the hangar bay during a reception in Dili, Timor-Leste. Charleston, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden) Share

DILI, EAST TIMOR

211208-N-PH222-1137 DILI, Timor-Leste (Dec. 8, 2021) Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18), moored pier side during a port visit to Dili, Timor-Leste. Charleston, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden) Share

CHATTOGRAM, BANGLADESH

211208-N-LI768-2169 CHATTOGRAM, Bangladesh (Dec. 8, 2021) – The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16) arrives at Chattogram, Bangladesh, during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh 2021. In its 27th year, CARAT series is comprised of multinational exercises, designed to enhance U.S. and partner navies’ abilities to operate together in response to traditional and non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. Tulsa, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Devin M. Langer) Share

APRA HARBOR, GUAM

211109-N-LI768-1086 APRA HARBOR, Guam (Nov. 9, 2021) – Commander, Joint Region Marianas, Rear Adm. Benjamin Nicholson, right, presents a USS Arizona relic to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16). The presentation is part of Naval History and Heritage Command’s USS Arizona Superstructure Relic program, designed to reinforce the importance of the Navy’s history and heritage for naval personnel. Tulsa, part of Destroyer Squadron Seven, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Devin M. Langer) Share

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Commander of Joint Region Marianas, Rear Adm. Benjamin Nicholson, left, presents a USS Arizona relic to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18). The presentation is part of Naval History and Heritage Command’s USS Arizona Superstructure Relic program, designed to reinforce the importance of the Navy’s history and heritage for naval personnel. Charleston, part of Destroyer Squadron Seven, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Share