Smoke Trail Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper, center, watches live-fire demonstrations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex in the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 26, 2020. The visit is part of a key leader engagement to demonstrate Navy and Marine Corps combat readiness and resilience during a global pandemic. The Essex is in the Indo-Pacific region conducting maritime activities. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image: Full Size (0.88 MB) Photo By: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class John Luke McGovern VIRIN: 200826-N-SH168-1300.JPG Photo Gallery