SHIMODA, Japan (May 20, 2023) – Capt. Walt Mainor, commander, Task Force 71/Commodore, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, greets bystanders during a parade for the 84th Black Ship Festival, May 20. The Black Ship Festival is held annually in Shimoda to commemorate the arrival of Commodore Matthew Perry to Japan in 1853, a historical event that marked the beginning of diplomacy and trade agreements between the U.S. and Japan. Commander, Task Force 71/DESRON 15 is the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Greg Johnson)
Date Taken: | 05.19.2023 |
Date Posted: | 05.21.2023 02:38 |
Photo ID: | 7808307 |
VIRIN: | 230520-N-UA460-0565 |
Resolution: | 4592x3250 |
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Location: | JP |
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