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USS Makin Island Departs Sasebo

06 April 2023

From Petty Officer 3rd Class Eloise Johnson, USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Public Affairs

SASEBO, Japan – Amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) departed Sasebo following a routine port visit April 5. While in port, Makin Island refueled and took on pallets of supplies before continuing operations in the Sea of Japan.
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Operations Specialist 3rd Class Arturo Cisneros stands a lookout watch during restricted maneuvering aboard USS Makin Island (LHD 8).
SASEBO, Japan (April 4, 2023) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Arturo Cisneros stands a lookout watch during restricted maneuvering aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), April 4, 2023, in Sasebo, Japan.. U.S. Navy amphibious assault ships project power and maintain presence by serving as the cornerstone of the Amphibious Ready Group (ARG). The Makin Island ARG, comprised of USS Makin Island and amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht)
Operations Specialist 3rd Class Arturo Cisneros stands a lookout watch during restricted maneuvering aboard USS Makin Island (LHD 8).
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SASEBO, Japan (April 4, 2023) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Arturo Cisneros stands a lookout watch during restricted maneuvering aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), April 4, 2023, in Sasebo, Japan.. U.S. Navy amphibious assault ships project power and maintain presence by serving as the cornerstone of the Amphibious Ready Group (ARG). The Makin Island ARG, comprised of USS Makin Island and amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht)
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VIRIN: 230404-N-VS068-1038

“Replenishing supplies regularly ensures that we have everything we need to maintain operational readiness, so we can respond to any emergency or threat once underway,” said Cmdr. Anthony Urech, assistant supply officer of Makin Island.

U.S. Navy ships routinely make ports of call in a variety of locations. These visits provide an opportunity for maintenance and replenishment of the ship, and for rest and relaxation of Sailors and Marines. This visit reflects the strength of our relationship with our Japanese allies.
USS Makin Island (LHD 8) pulls into Sasebo, Japan.
SASEBO, Japan (April 4, 2023) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) pulls into Sasebo, Japan, March 10, 2023. Port visits provide an opportunity for maintenance and replenishment of the ship, and for rest and relaxation of Sailors and Marines. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Makin Island and amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th MEU to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht)
USS Makin Island (LHD 8) pulls into Sasebo, Japan.
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SASEBO, Japan (April 4, 2023) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) pulls into Sasebo, Japan, March 10, 2023. Port visits provide an opportunity for maintenance and replenishment of the ship, and for rest and relaxation of Sailors and Marines. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Makin Island and amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th MEU to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht)
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VIRIN: 230404-N-VS068-1013


The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Makin Island and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
USS Makin Island (LHD 8) visits Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo.
SASEBO, Japan (April 5, 2023) An F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is secured aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during a scheduled port visit to Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo, April 5, 2023. For more than 75 years, CFAS has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services to empower forward-deployed U.S. and Allied Forces while providing superior support to their families and the community. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Quinton A. Lee)
USS Makin Island (LHD 8) visits Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo.
Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Quinton A. Lee
SASEBO, Japan (April 5, 2023) An F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is secured aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during a scheduled port visit to Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo, April 5, 2023. For more than 75 years, CFAS has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services to empower forward-deployed U.S. and Allied Forces while providing superior support to their families and the community. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Quinton A. Lee)
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7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
 

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