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A sailor laying on a ladder attached to a ship at sea connects a chain.

Chain Connection

Navy Seaman Oziel Hernandez connects a chain hoist to an accommodation ladder aboard the USS Higgins while conducting a port visit in Sattahip, Thailand, Oct. 7, 2022.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Donavan Patubo VIRIN: 221007-N-HP061-0189M.JPG
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