161101-N-WX604-166 EVERETT, Wash. (Nov. 1, 2016) Vice Adm. Thomas Rowden, commander, Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks to Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) during his visit to Naval Station Everett. Ship visits provide Rowden, who oversees combat, material and personnel readiness of surface ships in the Pacific Fleet, an opportunity to meet the crew and discuss initiatives and receive feedback directly from Sailors. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Joseph Montemarano/Released)