PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 1, 2017) Sailors attached to Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) load a Phalanx Close-In Weapons System (CIWS). 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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