190715-N-EV253-0300 ABIDJAN, Cote d'Ivoire (July 15, 2019) Sailors assigned to the Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Carson City (T-EPF 7) prepare the brow as the ship arrives in support of its Africa Partnership Station deployment, July 15, 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)