PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 19, 2021) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) transits the Pacific Ocean. The littoral combat ship (LCS) is a fast, agile, mission-focused platform designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. Jackson is conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey S. Culbertson/Released)