Japanese minister thanks U.S. service members
Japanese Defense Minister Toshimi Kitazawa views a banner created by U.S. service members in honor of Operation Tomodachi during his visit to the USS Ronald Reagan, April 4, 2011. Holding the banner are Commander, U.S. Forces Japan, and Commander, 5th Air Force, Pacific Air Forces Lt. Gen. Burton Field; and U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Navy Adm. Patrick Walsh. (U.S. Navy photo/Petty Officer 3rd Class Kyle Carlstrom)