DJIBOUTI, Djibouti (Oct. 14, 2021) Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Evan Hewitt, from Spring, Texas, assigned to Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 11 (MSRON-11), Commander, Task Group 68.6, salutes Djiboutian navy recruits following the completion of a six-week professional maritime orientation course, Oct. 14 2021. The course, initiated by MSRON-11, was designed around basic line handling, man overboard, engineering, seamanship, lifesaving, and nautical terminology. Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti (CLDJ) serves as an expeditionary base for U.S. military forces providing support to ships, aircraft and personnel that ensure security throughout Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia. The base enables maritime and combat operations in the Horn of Africa while fostering positive U.S.-Africa relations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Word)