060607-N-8547M-314 Mediterranean Sea (June 7, 2006) - The Perry class guided-missile frigate the USS Simpson (FFG 56) and Algerian frigate El Kirch pass the amphibious assault ship USS Saipan (LHA 2) on her starboard side while conducting operation in the Mediterranean Sea. Saipan is underway to participate in a multi-national combined exercise with North African and European forces this summer during exercise Phoenix Express. The exercise will provide and allied forces an opportunity to participate in diverse maritime training scenarios helping to increase maritime domain awareness and
060607-N-8547M-314 Mediterranean Sea (June 7, 2006) - The Perry class guided-missile frigate the USS Simpson (FFG 56) and Algerian frigate El Kirch pass the amphibious assault ship USS Saipan (LHA 2) on her starboard side while conducting operation in the Mediterranean Sea. Saipan is underway to participate in a multi-national combined exercise with North African and European forces this summer during exercise Phoenix Express. The exercise will provide and allied forces an opportunity to participate in diverse maritime training scenarios helping to increase maritime domain awareness and strengthen emerging and enduring partnerships. Navy photo by PhotographerÕs Mate Airman Patrick W. Mullen III (RELEASED) USS Simpson (FFG 56) and Algerian frigate El Kirch
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