U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
TOKYO (Jul. 22, 2010) - Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Chief of Staff Adm. Keiji Akahoshi and Adm. Patrick M. Walsh, U.S. Pacific Fleet commander, shake hands following a ceremony during which Walsh presented the Legion of Merit to Akahoshi on behalf of the President of the United States. Akahoshi was awarded the medal in recognition of his leadership and vision in guiding operations and future development of the JMSDF as an essential and valued ally of the United States Navy, enhancing the United States - Japan Alliance and regional stability throughout the Pacific theater. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation of Security of 1960 that established the alliance between the two countries. (Official JMSDF photo)
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TOKYO (Jul. 22, 2010) - Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Chief of Staff Adm. Keiji Akahoshi and Adm. Patrick M. Walsh, U.S. Pacific Fleet commander, shake hands following a ceremony during which Walsh presented the Legion of Merit to Akahoshi on behalf of the President of the United States. Akahoshi was awarded the medal in recognition of his leadership and vision in guiding operations and future development of the JMSDF as an essential and valued ally of the United States Navy, enhancing the United States - Japan Alliance and regional stability throughout the Pacific theater. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation of Security of 1960 that established the alliance between the two countries. (Official JMSDF photo)
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