191214-A-HZ000-1095 ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 14, 2019) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Garner Jordan aims a M2 .50 Caliber machine gun at simulated enemy boats during Griffin Missile Exercise 19. The exercise demonstrated a proven capability for the ships to defend themselves against small boat threats and ensure maritime security through key chokepoints in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.