Small boats plit off as they conduct circular patrols around the guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47).

DJIBOUTI (Apr. 05, 2010) A ridged-hull inflatable boat assigned to the port security department at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, and a fast boat assigned to French special forces deployed to Djibouti split off as they conduct circular patrols around the guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) while moored at Port de Djibouti. Nicholas is on a six-month deployment supporting Africa Partnership Station and counter-piracy operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Marc Rockwell-Pate) File# 100505-N-7526R-030