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    USCGC Kukui underway [Image 7 of 19]

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    A U.S. Coast Guard vessel is docking at a small tropical port, with crew members in green hard hats and red life vests managing mooring lines over the side of the ship. An American flag is prominently displayed at the stern of the vessel. The setting appears to be a small island community with modest buildings and lush vegetation visible in the background.

    UNITED STATES

    03.17.2016

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Melissa McKenzie 

    U.S. Coast Guard Oceania

    During special sea detail, Seaman Apprentice Ryan Finn pulls a fender onto the fantail of USCGC Kukui (WLB 203) while leaving Vava’u, Tonga, March 17, 2016. Every member of the crew has a role to fill during special evolutions as outlined by the watch quarter station bill. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Melissa E. McKenzie/Released)

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    Date Taken: 03.17.2016
    Date Posted: 04.18.2016 20:10
    Photo ID: 2535550
    VIRIN: 160317-G-MT091-014
    Resolution: 3680x5520
    Size: 931.78 KB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 45
    Downloads: 6

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