U.S. Coast Guard experience culture in Pohnpei, part of Operation Rematau [Image 30 of 30]

NAN MODAL, MICRONESIA, FEDERATED STATES OF

11.23.2022

Photo by Chief Warrant Officer Sara Muir                  

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia / Sector Guam

The USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143) crew hike to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Nan Modal in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia, on Nov. 23, 2022. Nan Madol is a series of more than 100 islets off the southeast coast of Pohnpei that were constructed with walls of basalt and coral boulders. These islets harbor the remains of stone palaces, temples, tombs, and residential domains built between 1200 and 1500 CE. These ruins represent the ceremonial center of the Saudeleur dynasty, a vibrant period in Pacific Island culture. The Frederick Hatch is on an expeditionary patrol in Oceania in support of Operation Rematau and Operation Blue Pacific to promote security, safety, sovereignty, and economic prosperity in Oceania. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Warrant Officer Sara Muir)

• Date Taken: 11.23.2022
• Date Posted: 12.07.2022 22:10
• Photo ID: 7545906
• VIRIN: 221123-G-IA651-295
• Resolution: 1536x2049
• Size: 4.36 MB
• Location: NAN MODAL, FM