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The USS Lassen patrols the eastern Pacific Ocean, March 10, 2016. The guided-missile destroyer is supporting Operation Martillo, a joint operation with the U.S. Coast Guard and partner nations within the 4th Fleet area of responsibility. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Huey D. Younger Jr.

Pacific Sunset

The USS Lassen patrols the eastern Pacific Ocean, March 10, 2016. The guided-missile destroyer is supporting Operation Martillo, a joint operation with the U.S. Coast Guard and partner nations within the 4th Fleet area of responsibility. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Huey D. Younger Jr.

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