171219-N-BK384-035 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Dec. 19, 2017) Sailors stand in formation on the bow of the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22) as the ship makes its approach alongside the fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 198). San Diego, with the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU), is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin A. Schoenberger/Released)