PORT OF DJIBOUTI, Djibouti (Oct. 16, 2021) – Mine countermeasures ships USS Gladiator (MCM 11) and USS Sentry (MCM 3) moored during a sustainment and logistics visit at the Port of Djibouti, Oct. 16, 2021. Gladiator and Sentry are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and the strategic choke points. Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti serves as an expeditionary base for U.S. military forces providing support to ships, aircraft and personnel that ensure security throughout Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia. The base enables maritime and combat operations in the Horn of Africa while fostering positive U.S.-Africa relations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jacob Sippel)
Date Taken: | 10.16.2021 |
Date Posted: | 10.21.2021 06:52 |
Photo ID: | 6897625 |
VIRIN: | 211016-N-AW702-0006 |
Resolution: | 6225x3529 |
Size: | 4.74 MB |
Location: | DJIBOUTI, DJ |
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