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Operation Octave Quartz

Sailors inspect an F/A-18E Super Hornet on the flight deck of the USS Nimitz during Operation Octave Quartz in the Indian Ocean, Jan. 1, 2021. During the mission, Defense Department forces in Somalia relocated to other East Africa operating locations.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Elliot Schaudt VIRIN: 210101-N-NH257-1040M.JPG
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