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USS Charleston (LCS 18)

While we Breathe, WE FIGHT

USS Charleston Conducts CARAT, Timor-Leste 2021

211207-N-PH222-1068 PORT HERA, Timor-Leste (Dec. 7, 2021) Members of the Timor-Leste Defense Force embark Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18) from a rigid-hull inflatable boat during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) exercise. In its 27th year, the CARAT series is comprised of multinational exercises, designed to enhance U.S. and partnered navies’ abilities to operate together in response to traditional and non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. 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)

VIRIN: 211208-N-N0831-0007.JPG
Photo by: Petty Officer 2nd Class Ryan Breeden

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Resolution: 1000x714
Size: 0.11 MB
Location: U.S. 7TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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USS Charleston (LCS 18)

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