SAN DIEGO (March 26, 2013) Line handlers take in lines from the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) as the boat departs San Diego for a scheduled six-month deployment to the western Pacific region. Asheville is supporting the Chief of Naval Operations' maritime strategy, which includes maritime security, forward presence, sea control, and power projection. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kyle Carlstrom/Released) 130326-N-NB544-120 Join the conversation Sa

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SAN DIEGO (March 26, 2013) Line handlers take in lines from the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) as the boat departs San Diego for a scheduled six-month deployment to the western Pacific region. Asheville is supporting the Chief of Naval Operations' maritime strategy, which includes maritime security, forward presence, sea control, and power projection. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kyle Carlstrom/Released) 130326-N-NB544-120 Join the conversation Sailors remove lines as USS Asheville gets underway. (8594720455)

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