190808-N-EV253-0130 MINDELO, Cabo Verde (Aug. 8, 2019) - U.S. Naval Forces Europe's New Orleans brass band "Topside," embarked aboard the Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Carson City (T-EPF 7), performs on the streets of Mindelo, Cabo Verde, Aug. 8, 2019. Carson City is deployed to the Gulf of Guinea to demonstrate progress through partnerships and U.S. commitment to West African countries through small boat maintenance assistance, maritime law enforcement engagement, and medical and community relations outreach. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sara Eshleman/Released)