ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 15, 2017) Capt. James R. Midkiff, commanding officer, amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), delivers a briefing to new Sailors in the ship’s classroom during shipboard indoctrination. Iwo Jima is underway conducting 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 Seaman Kevin Leitner/Released)

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