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A naval vessel is approaching a harbor with a military installation visible along the shoreline, surrounded by green hills and a partially cloudy sky. Several crew members are stationed on the bow of the ship, likely performing arrival or mooring duties. Additional naval vessels are visible docked at the port in the background.


San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22), transits off the coast of Sasebo, Japan, July 31, 2026. San Diego, assigned to Expeditionary Strike Group 7 / Task Force 76, is currently underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julian Mata)




Date Taken:
07.30.2026


Date Posted:
08.11.2026 04:36


Photo ID:
9862208


VIRIN:
260731-N-OI019-1270


Resolution:
5286×3286


Size:
4.52 MB


Location:
JP




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