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PORT DE PECHE, Djibouti (Nov. 12, 2021) Gunners Mate 1st Class Mert Cartujano, a Reserve Component Sailor from Norfolk, Va. assigned to Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron MSRON)10, deployed to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, gives the all-clear signal to launch a patrol boat into the Gulf of Tadjoura, Nov. 12, 2021. Camp Lemonnier (CLDJ) serves as an expeditionary base for U.S. military forces providing, support to ships, aircraft, and personnel that ensure security throughout Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia. CLDJ enables maritime and combat operations in the Horn of Africa, while fostering positive U.S.-Africa relations. The base is also home to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, with an area of responsibility including Kenya, Ethiopia, Sudan, Somalia, Eritrea, and Yemen. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Word)