ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 23, 2020) Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Nathan Gay, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21), paints the side of the fo’c’sle aboard New York, July 23, 2020. New York is operating in the U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lyle Wilkie)