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On Friday, the U.S. Navy launched the 26th edition of the world's largest international naval exercise, the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) maneuvers, which will run through August 2 near the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. Twenty-five nations, more than 45 surface ships and submarines, 17 land forces, over 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are taking part in the maneuvers, which are designed to foster cooperative relationships to ensure the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2018 is the 26th exercise in a series that began in 1971. You are bidding on one coin pictured front and back, Brand New in plastic sleeve. 2" 2016 RIMPAC Hawaii Pearl Harbor/Hickam challenge coin each. Hard to find. International shipping available, please inquire prior to bidding.