SHIMODA, Japan (May 20, 2017) Vice Adm. Joseph P. Aucoin, commander, Seventh Fleet delivers his congratulatory greetings during the 78th Annual Shimoda Black Ship Festival Ceremony. The Navy’s participation in the festival celebrates the heritage of naval partnership first established by Commodore Matthew Perry’s 1853 port visit.

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