ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 25, 2021) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Roberto Ponce, from Albuquerque, loads 25mm rounds into a Mark 38 machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57), Feb. 25, 2021. Mitscher is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of 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 Kaleb J. Sarten)