While we miss visiting our allies and partners in the region in person, we’re grateful for all the opportunities we have to operate with them at sea.” “With two-thirds of the world’s trade travelling through this very important region, it is vital that we maintain our presence and continue to promote the rules-based order which has allowed us all to prosper. Doug Verissimo, commander, Carrier Strike Group Nine. “After sailing through these waters throughout my 30-year career, it’s great to be in the South China Sea again, conducting routine operations, promoting freedom of the seas, and reassuring allies and partners,” said Rear Adm. 7th Fleet to ensure freedom of the seas, build partnerships that foster maritime security, and conduct a wide range of operations. The TRCSG is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. Anchor of Resolve: A History of U.S.SOUTH CHINA SEA - The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group (TRCSG) entered the South China Sea January 23 to conduct routine operations.Needs and Opportunities in the Modern History of the U.S.Periods of War and Dates of Recent Conflicts Records of the Naval History Documentation Team Relating to Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, 1990–1991.Research Aids: Desert Shield/Desert Storm.Military Resources: Gulf War/Desert Storm (NARA link).
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