Commander Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet
Event runs from: 11/5/2012  through: 11/17/2012 

Excercise Keen Sword 2013
Keen Sword 2013 
Keen Sword allows the U.S. and Japan to practice coordination procedures and improve interoperability required to effectively defend Japan or respond to crises throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

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USS McCampbell participates in Exercise Keen Sword 2013
PHILIPPINE SEA - Senior Chief Jin Hiroyuki, a member of the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force, speaks with Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Daronte High aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85), during Exercise Keen Sword 2013.
Exercise Keen Sword 2013 Kicks Off With JSDF Embark Aboard George Washington
PHILIPPINE SEA - USS George Washington (CVN 73) is hosting Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Rear Adm. Ryo Sakai, commander, Escort Flotilla 1, and members of his staff, while the George Washington Carrier Strike Group participates in Keen Sword 2013.
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