190529-N-YF306-0021 YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 29, 2019) The U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff returns to Yokosuka after visiting 11 ports and strengthening partnerships in nine Indo-Pacific nations. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Aaron Chase/Released)