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A sailor wearing a helmet welds a gate on a ship.

Stern Gate Welder

Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Jose Rodriguez welds parts of the stern gate aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island in the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 7, 2022.

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  • Credit: Navy Seaman Apprentice Joshua Martinez VIRIN: 220807-N-EI127-1049F.JPG
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