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170407-N-LI768-230 HONG KONG (April 7, 2017) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Bill Alexander, from Arlington, Texas, stands watch as the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) is anchored in Hong Kong during a scheduled port visit. Makin Island, the flagship for the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance amphibious capability with regional partners and to serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer)