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NORFOLK, Va. (July 16, 2026) — A U.S. Sailor assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) throws a line at Naval Station Norfolk following an 11-month deployment with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group, July 16, 2026. Fort Lauderdale deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the President’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Derek Cole)
Date Taken:
07.16.2026
Date Posted:
07.16.2026 14:39
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9814395
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260716-N-AV223-1285
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NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, US
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