150605-N-IY633-208 GDYNIA, Poland (June 5, 2015) – Commander, Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2), Rear Adm. Brad Williamson, right; welcomes Commander, Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, Vice Adm. James Foggo aboard SNMG2 flagship USS Vicksburg (CG 69) for a reception during SNMG2’s port visit to the city in preparation for exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS). BALTOPS is an annually reoccurring multinational exercise designed to enhance flexibility and interoperability, as well as demonstrate resolve of Allied and partner forces to defend the Baltic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda S. Kitchner/Released)