KURE, Japan (March 16, 2013) Vice Adm. Scott , commander of the 7th Fleet Commander, receives a formal greeting from Kure Mayor Kazutoshi Komura during a welcoming ceremony held between the 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), left, and the Japanese Defense Ship (JDS) Ohsumi (LST 4001). ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joshua Karsten/Released) 130316-N-GR655-023 Join the conversation USS Blue Ridge is welcomed to Kure, Japan. (8569854076)

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