PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 1, 2017) Cmdr. John Ryan, commanding officer of Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47), speaks to midshipmen from the United States Naval Academy on the ship's flight deck. Rushmore is underway off the coast of Southern California participating in a series of qualifications and certifications as part of the basic phase of training in preparation for future operations and deployments. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jesse Monford/Released)

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