SAN DIEGO (June 30, 2022) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4) returns to its homeport of Naval Base San Diego. LCS are fast, agile, mission-focused platforms designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS are capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence missions across the globe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vance Hand)