171121-N-IO414-013 SASEBO, Japan (Nov. 21, 2017) Sailors assigned to the Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) guide the brow as it is removed from the ship. Chief will participate in the annual bilateral mine countermeasures exercise 3JA with the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force to increase proficiency and interoperability in MCM operations. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch/Released)

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