091021-N-5215E-007 SASEBO, Japan (Oct. 21, 2009) Machinist's Mate Fireman Jessica Hernandez prepares a wire for tying a flange shield aboard the forward deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Essex completed a light-off assessment in preparation for her upcoming fall deployment. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew A. Ebarb/Released) US Navy 091021-N-5215E-007 Machinist's Mate Fireman Jessica Hernandez prepares a wire for tying a flange shield

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