Littoral combat ship USS Independence (LCS 2) approaches the pier during a routine port visit at Mayport, Fla., April 2, 2010. Mayport was the Independence's second stop on her maiden transit. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Justan Williams) Operation Unified Response 100402-N-NU632-050

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