Coast Guard greets Japanese Self Defense Force in Bearing Sea and Unalaska [Image 7 of 33]

ALASKA, UNITED STATES

06.03.2023

Photo by Lt.Cmdr. Scott McCann 

U.S. Coast Guard District 17

Crews from U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf (WMSL 750) conducted formation steaming in the Bering Sea with the Japanese Ship Kashima, and Japanese Ship Hatakaze, June 3, 2023. The U.S. Coast Guard has a long-standing relationship of interoperability with Japan through operations like North Pacific Guard and training exercises, leading to a continued free and open Pacific. Engagement with the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force demonstrates unity, strengthens international norms, and counters foreign military threats in the North Pacific region. - U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. Cmdr. Scott McCann

• Date Taken: 06.03.2023
• Date Posted: 06.14.2023 19:35
• Photo ID: 7861181
• VIRIN: 230603-G-QU455-027
• Resolution: 6016x4016
• Size: 11.52 MB
• Location: ALASKA, US