Redding, Calif., native Petty Officer 3rd Class Bryan Roller, an information systems technician, and Seaman Robwil Valderrey, aviation support equipment technician and Miami native, prepare to the lower the national ensign for evening colors Jan. 29 aboard the USS San Antonio. The ship left the following morning to participate in Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, which focuses on today’s fight with today’s forces and showcases the advantages of seabasing. USS San Antonio the day before departure 120129-M-NM369-107

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