YOKOSUKA, Japan (June 24, 2022) Outgoing Commanding Officer of U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), Capt. Timothy Waits, right, turns over command to Capt. Dale M. Gregory Jr., during a change of command ceremony held aboard Blue Ridge June 24, 2022. 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 2nd Class Matt Hall)