111026-N-CP762-140 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Oct. 26, 2011) – Vice Adm. Scott Swift, Commander, 7th Fleet welcomes the Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta upon his arrival aboard the 7th Fleet command flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). Secretary Panetta's visit to the Pacific Region is designed to reinforce the commitment in Asia. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Fidel C. Hart /Released) US Secretary of Defense visits USS Blue Ridge 111026-N-CP762-140

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