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The amphibious transport dock ship USS Anchorage travels through waves in the Indian Ocean, June 22, 2015. The Anchorage, part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group, is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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The amphibious transport dock ship USS Anchorage travels through waves in the Indian Ocean, June 22, 2015. The Anchorage, part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group, is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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