170718-N-GB595-068 SAN DIEGO (July 18, 2017) Rear Adm. Cathal O’Connor, commander of Expeditionary Strike Group 3, delivers remarks aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island is making preparations for an upcoming maintenance availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Mathew J. Diendorf/Released)