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190321-N-IO414-1052 SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 21, 2019) Sailors translate flashing-light Morse code received from Philippine Navy vessel BRP Ramon Alcaraz (FF 16) aboard the Avenger class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) during a maritime cooperative activity. Chief, part of Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response platform for contingency operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch)