CENTCOM Commander visits USS Tripoli
U.S. Navy Admiral Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command, speaks with crew members assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) during an open forum discussion. Cooper interacted with Sailors, recognized the ship's top performers and provided words of encouragement during a 1MC announcement. Milius is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operation to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Amanda Dunford)