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250427-N-RW305-1005 NOUMÉA, New Caledonia (April 27, 2025) – Ensign Conor McPherson, from Bel Air, Maryland, speaks to guests during a tour of the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) during a port visit in Nouméa, New Caledonia, April 27, 2025. The Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance future warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Thomas Furnish)