OKINAWA, Japan (Jan. 22, 2018) Rear Adm. Brad Cooper, speaks to members of the Commander, Task Force 76 staff after assuming command from acting commander Capt. Ed Thompson, who will continue his role as Deputy Commander. CTF 76/ Amphibious Force 7th Fleet/Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 7 is the Navy’s only forward deployed amphibious force and is responsible for conducting amphibious operations in support of a wide range of contingencies, ranging from disaster relief to full combat operations, to ensure security and stability in the region.

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