USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) tows the lifeboat from the

USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) tows the lifeboat from the Maersk Alabama to USS Boxer (LHD 4) to be processed for evidence following the successful rescue of Captain Robert Phillips. Phillips was held captive in the lifeboat in the Indian Ocean by suspected Somali pirates for five days following a failed hijacking attempt off the Somali coast. Boxer is deployed as part of Boxer Amphibious Readiness Group/13th MEU supporting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) in the Navy's 5th fleet area of operations. MSO help develop security in the maritime environment and compliment the counterterrorism and security efforts of regional nations. From security arises stability that results in global economic prosperity. These operations seek to disrupt violent extremists use of the maritime environment to transport personnel and weapons or serve as a venue for attack. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jon Rasmussen/Released)