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United States Pacific Fleet

The United States Pacific Fleet is a key component of the U.S. Navy responsible for naval operations across the Pacific Ocean. It oversees hundreds of ships, submarines, aircraft, and thousands of personnel, ensuring maritime security, maintaining strategic presence, and supporting national defense interests in the region. Its duties include training, deterrence, disaster response, and patrolling to uphold stability and protect U.S. and allied nations' interests in the Pacific. The Pacific Fleet plays a vital role in projecting American power and fostering cooperation with allies in an area vital to global security.