Chief Petty Officer Derek Wilkinson, assigned to the Royal navy Archer-class patrol vessel HMS Exploit (P167), represents Faces of BALTOPS during exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2019. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, marking the 47th year of one of the largest exercises in Northern Europe enhancing flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jessica L. Dowell)
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