181126-N-IO414-1001 HYGUA-NADA SEA (Nov. 26, 2018) Sailors prepare to raise the anchor aboard the Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) during Mine Warfare Exercise 3JA. The U.S. Navy, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and Royal Australian Navy are participating in the exercise to increase proficiency in mine countermeasure operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch/Released)