The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Mobile (LCS 26) returns to its homeport in San Diego following a 19-month rotational deployment, Oct. 25, 2024. Littoral Combat Ships are fast, optimally-manned, mission-tailored surface combatants that operate in near-shore and open-ocean environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Vance Hand)