YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 21, 2021) Side boys render salute to Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 7, Task Force 76, Rear Adm. Christopher Engdahl during his visit aboard the U.S 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), May 21, 2021. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire Farin)