191201-N-KL617-1109 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 1, 2019) Sailors heave in a mooring line on the forecastle of San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) after completing its transit from San Diego, California. New Orleans, part of the Commander, Amphibious Squadron 11, is forward-deployed operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelby Sanders/Released)