Caption:
Mediterranean Sea (June 4, 2006) -- The amphibious assault ship USS
Saipan (LHA 2) conducts an underway replenishment with USS Simpson (FFG
56) during exercise Phoenix Express 2006. Phoenix Express is a
multi-national combined exercise with North African and European
forces. The exercise provides U.S. and allied forces an opportunity to
participate in diverse maritime training scenarios helping to increase
maritime domain awareness and strengthen emerging and enduring
partnerships. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Gary L.
Johnson III (RELEASED)
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