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JAVA SEA

211111-N-FA490-1161 JAVA SEA (Nov. 11, 2021) Engineman Fireman Carlos Reynaga-Nunez, from Davenport, Fla., adjusts a main propulsion diesel engine (MPDE) in the main propulsion engine room of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), during routine operations. Jackson, 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/released) Share

JAVA SEA

JAVA SEA (Nov. 11, 2021) Engineman Fireman Carlos Reynaga-Nunez, from Davenport, Fla., inspects a main propulsion diesel engine in the main propulsion engine room of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during routine operations. Jackson, 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf) Share

GUAM

211108-N-PH222-2144 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Nov. 08, 2021) Engineman 1st Class Nolan Kruchowski, from Chisholm, Minn., left, and Chief Engineman (Select) Scott Kruse, from Murrieta, Calif., conduct maintenance on a water jet aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18). 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden) Share

GUAM

211109-N-PH222-1398 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Nov. 09, 2021) Mineman 2nd Class Mason Alt, from Thomasville, Ala., prepares to enter the Chief Petty Officer’s mess during his Sailor of the Year board aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18). 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden) Share

GUAM

211109-N-PH222-1016 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Nov. 09, 2021) Fire Controlman 1st Class Timothy Stephenson, from Columbus, Ind., observes morning colors from the flight deck aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18). 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden) Share

GUAM

211109-N-PH222-1321 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Nov. 09, 2021) Mineman (Select) Brett Walker, from Lafayette, Tenn., prepares a veteran’s day display aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18). 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden) Share

JAVA SEA

The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), Tentra Nasional Indonesia Angkatan Laut (TNI-AL) Diponegoro-class corvette KRI Diponegoro (365), and Martadinata-class frigate KRI I Gusti Ngurah Rai (332) transit the Java Sea during Cooperation Afloat and Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia 2021. Share

SASEBO, NAGASAKI, JAPAN

Capt. Ken Ward, commanding officer of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), speaks to Capt. Koji Miyazaki, commanding officer the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship destroyer JS Ise (DDH 182), during a tour of America. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Walter Estrada) Share

SURABAYA, INDONESIA

211106-N-FA490-1002 SURABAYA, INDONESIA (Nov. 6, 2021) Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Rafael Ruvalcaba, from El Paso, Texas, assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson, stands topside roving watch during routine operations. Jackson, 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/released) Share

SOUTH CHINA SEA

211102-N-FA490-1023 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 2, 2021) Gas Turbine Senior Chief Calvin Peters, from Brooklyn, New York, gives training during Damage Control Training Team (DCTT) drills in the main engine room of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during routine operations. Jackson, 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/released) Share

SURABAYA, INDONESIA

211105-N-FA490-2145 SURABAYA, INDONESIA (Nov. 5, 2021) Sailors attached to Mobile diving salvage unit (MDSU 1), prepare for a dive during Cooperation Afloat and Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia 2021. In its 27th year, the 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/released) Share

APRA HARBOR, GUAM

211105-N-PH222-1122 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Nov. 5, 2021) Operations Specialist 1st Class Corey Love, from Cambridge, Md., prepares for officer of the deck watch aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18). 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden) Share