SAN DIEGO (June 16,2010) The littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) departs San Diego for a three-month deployment supporting Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercises. RIMPAC is a biennial exercise in and around the Hawaiian Islands. Ships,aircraft,and personnel from 13 other nations will participate in the exercise. (U.S. Navy video by Mas Communication Specialist 3rd Class Spencer Mickler/Released)
