Dunlap native participates in live-fire exercise on USS Milius in Indian Ocean

Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Gregory Johnson

DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Jacob Scott, a native of Dunlap, Tennessee, took part in a live-fire weapons exercise aboard the USS Milius (DDG 69) while operating in the Indian Ocean.

Scott was responsible for adjusting the fire mode on the Mark 45 5-inch lightweight gun from inside the gun mount during the drill.

The USS Milius, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the U.S. 7th Fleet’s primary surface force and its largest destroyer squadron.

The exercise was part of ongoing operations to maintain readiness and ensure maritime security in the region.