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EVERETT, Wash. (Oct. 31, 2013) Sailors lower the national ensign on the fantail of the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) for the last time after the ship's decommissioning ceremony at Naval Station Everett. Ford was commissioned June 29, 1985, in Long Beach, Calif., and served the Navy and the nation for more than 28 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathan Lockwood/Released)

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GROTON, Conn. (Sept. 11, 2013) The Virginia-class attack submarine Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) North Dakota (SSN 784) is rolled out of an indoor shipyard facility at General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, Conn. North Dakota is scheduled to be christened Nov. 2. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of General Dynamics/Released)

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STRAIT OF HORMUZ (Oct. 30, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Brian Dula, left, and Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Nickolas Smith, assigned to the Ragin' Bulls of Strike Fighter Squadron 37, perform maintenance on a BRU-41 improved multiple ejector rack in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman, flagship for the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Laura Hoover/Released)

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Oct. 31, 2013) U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen 1st Class Sabrina Reyes, left, and Scott Bolstad remove the back of a boron epoxy composite patch that is attached to a piece of aluminum. Reyes and Bolstad, both engineering majors, are working on an independent studies project that involves testing the feasibility of the patch in aircraft repair and other applications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan L. Correa/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 30, 2013) An F/A-18 Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 are underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kimberly L. Romanowski/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 30, 2013) A T-45C Goshawk assigned to Training Air Wing VT) 1, is launched from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). VT-1 flew out of Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Fla., and conducted traps, touch-and-go landings and catapult launches to earn their carrier qualifications. Theodore Roosevelt is underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jennifer Fournier/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 30, 2013) Marines from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) prepare for an exercise in the well deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Sailors from the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and Marines assigned to the 22nd MEU are participating in Amphibious Ready Group and Marine Expeditionary Unit exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chase Hawley/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 30, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) Airman Amanda Pieper, from Akron, Colo., flakes out hose on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan and the embarked Carrier Air Wing 2 are getting underway to conduct carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Timothy Schumaker/Released)

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Point MUGU, Calif. (Oct. 31, 2013) An MQ-8C Fire Scout unmanned aerial vehicle takes off from Naval Base Ventura County at Point Mugu. The Navy's newest variant of the Fire Scout unmanned helicopter completed its first day of flying Oct. 31 with two flights reaching 500 feet altitude. The MQ-8C air vehicle upgrade will provide longer endurance, range and greater payload capability than the MQ-8B. Initial operating capability for the MQ-8C is planned for 2016, with the potential for an early deployment in 2014. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of Northrop Grumman/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 29, 2013) Cryptologic Technician (Technical) Seaman Apprentice Emily Phillips, left, and Ensign Cesar Ramos practice tactical moves with a baton during Security Reaction Force Basic (SRF-B) training aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61). Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 29, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Tration Humphrey, from Sacramento, Calif., directs an AV-8B Harrier aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Sailors from the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) are participating in Amphibious Ready Group and Marine Expeditionary Unit exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Michael J. Lieberknecht/Released)

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NORFOLK (Oct. 28, 2013) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Shantel Miller, from Orlando, Fla., and Operations Specialist Seaman Katerria Spears, from Oxford, Miss., raise the national ensign during morning colors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is undergoing a scheduled docking planned incremental availability at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Wesley J. Breedlove/Released)

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SHICHINOHE, Japan (Nov. 2, 2013) Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Andrew Bradford, from Pensacola, Fla., shows a boy living at the Bikoen Orphanage how to put together a remote controlled toy. Navy Misawa Sailors travelled to the orphanage to conduct their annual Halloween party for the residents and staff. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Erin Devenberg/Released)

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BILOXI, Miss. (Oct. 31, 2013) Culinary Specialist 1st Class Rheden Mones, assigned to amphibious assault ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) America (LHA 6), arranges Halloween desserts during culinary training at Mignon's Restaurant in Biloxi. America is undergoing construction in Pascagoula, Miss. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Lewis Hunsaker/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 3, 2013) Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) connect the span wire to the ship during an underway fuel-at-sea replenishment with the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). Antietam is on patrol with the George Washington Carrier Strike Group in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Declan Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 30, 2013) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) conducts an ammunition offload with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12). The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis DiPerna/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 30, 2013) Cpl. Leo Cook, assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU), attaches ammunition to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th 26th MEU are deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis DiPerna/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 1, 2013) Chief Gunner's Mate Rebecca Jasper, from Massillon, Ohio, left, instructs Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Najeeo Adams, from Chicago, on loading a .50-caliber machine gun during a live-fire exercise on the fantail of the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Peter Burghart/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 1, 2013) A Sailor directs a C-2A Greyhound from the Providers of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30, Detachment 5, on the flight deck of the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Liam Kennedy/Released)

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COSTA MESA, Calif. (Oct. 29, 2013) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Monique Gale, a Navy recruiter assigned to Navy Recruiting Station Costa Mesa, takes information from a Costa Mesa High School student during a Navy awareness visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Anastasia Puscian/Released)

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NORFOLK (Oct. 29, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) sits in dry dock during a 14-month scheduled docking planned incremental availability at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jermaine M. Ralliford/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 31, 2013) Senior Chief Operations Specialist Brian Wemmerus, from Anchorage, Alaska, performs a wash down of a landing craft air cushion assigned to Amphibious Craft Unit (ACU) 4 after landing in the well deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Sailors from the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit are participating in exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary Prill/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 31, 2013) Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Kelly Hawkins, from Fort Myers, Fla., performs a wash down of a landing craft air cushion assigned to Amphibious Craft Unit (ACU) 4 after landing in the well deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary Prill/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 31, 2013) An H-60 Sea Hawk helicopter takes off from the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chase Hawley/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 2, 2013) Sailors compete in a firefighting relay during the damage control Olympics aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is underway conducting carrier qualifications.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gregory White/Released)

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A true "Deckplate" sailor!

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 2, 2013) Master Chief Machinist's Mate Preston Whitlock encourages Sailors during the damage control Olympics aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Every department aboard Theodore Roosevelt participated in the event, which focused on medical and damage control knowledge, as well as hands-on training. Theodore Roosevelt is underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean Hurt/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 2, 2013) Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 3rd Class Jordan Harrell and Operations Specialist 3rd Class Genna Maratita compete in a pipe patching competition during the damage control Olympics aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Stephane Belcher/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 31, 2013) The guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) fires a close-in weapons system (CIWS) during a live-fire exercise. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 30, 2013) Sailors lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat into the water from the boat deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61). Ramage is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jackie Hart/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 1, 2013) Damage Controlman Fireman Apprentice Renae Voyer, from Gardner, Mass., prepares a self-contained breathing apparatus for operation aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan and the embarked Carrier Air Wing 2 are underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Richard L.J. Gourley/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 3, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Jessica Davis, left, and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Jordan Cutting-Jones lift a strap to move a piece of the catapult with a forklift on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman, flagship for the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, supporting theater security cooperation efforts and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lyle H. Wilkie III/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 2, 2013) Sailors assigned to the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) prepare an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 for take off on the ship's flight deck. George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Oct. 23, 2013) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64) fake out the phone and distance line on the forecastle in preparation for a replenishment-at-sea. Gettysburg is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Donald R. White Jr./Released)

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A true "Deckplate" sailor!

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LOL I would love to hear those 'encouraging' words MCPO Whitlock is giving to those shipmates. Somehow I don't think it's along the lines of 'oh Timmy you can do it.. just try a lil harder. I have faith in you son.. Your mom is going to be real proud of you'.

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LOL I would love to hear those 'encouraging' words MCPO Whitlock is giving to those shipmates. Somehow I don't think it's along the lines of 'oh Timmy you can do it.. just try a lil harder. I have faith in you son.. Your mom is going to be real proud of you'.

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LOL! He looks like the kinda MCPO that when you see him coming all of a sudden you see nothing but "a-holes and elbows"..as we use to say.

I'm happy that I served with men such as MCPO Whitlock. Real happy.

Recently Nimitz , an west coast CVN, transited the Suez canal and has been operating in the Mediterranean. This past weekend they made a port call in Naples Italy. I read about it on facebook since the Navy did not post any info about the port visit. Well today the USN posted photos of sailors going on liberty in Naples. I was surprised. Honestly. Usually when a ship is in port the USN only post goodie two shoes pictures of sailors doing community service projects such as painting schools , playing with kids etc..

Nimitz was last in Naples in 1982..

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Enjoy the few photos of Nimitz in Naples.

Naples Italy (Nov. 1, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) is anchored off the coast of Naples, Italy, for a scheduled port visit. Nimitz is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Phil Ladouceur/Released)

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NAPLES, Italy (Oct. 30, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) is anchored off the coast of Naples, Italy, for a scheduled port visit.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Derek A. Harkins/Released)

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Long ago east coast carries carrier their own liberty boats. They were stored in the hangar deck..no follin..

NAPLES, Italy (Oct. 30, 2013) A liberty boat departs the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), anchored off the coast of Naples, Italy, for a scheduled port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Siobhana R. McEwen/ Released

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POMPEII, Italy (Nov. 2, 2013) Sailors and Marines from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) take a guided tour of the Pompeii site during a scheduled port visit to Naples, Italy. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Derek A. Harkins/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 6, 2013) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Joseph Engle inspects chains in the upper vehicle deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is the flagship for the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU), is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Conor Minto/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN, (Nov. 6, 2013) Marines from a combat cargo unit retrieve a pallet lowered by an SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter during a vertical replenishment aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan Sailors and Marines from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) are underway conducting routine qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Michael J. Lieberknecht/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 6, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dusty Dogs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 7 receives cargo from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) for delivery to the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a replenishment-at-sea. Harry S. Truman, flagship for the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, supporting theater security cooperation efforts and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lyle H. Wilkie III/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 6, 2013) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) receive cargo from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) during a replenishment-at-sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Emily M. Blair/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 6, 2013) An AH-1W Super Cobra lands on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). New York departed Naval Station Norfolk to conduct training and participate in Veterans Week New York City to honor the service of all our nation's veterans. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Andrew Schneider/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 18, 2013) A Marine from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) adjusts a gun mount for a sniper rifle on a UH-1Y Huey helicopter from the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans is part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 13th MEU, is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joe Bishop/Released)

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PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (Nov. 6, 2013) Handlers prepare to launch the Navy's MZ-3A manned airship for an orientation flight from Patuxent River, Md. The MZ-3A, assigned to Scientific Development Squadron (VXS) 1 of the Military Support Division at the Naval Research Laboratory, is an advanced flying laboratory used to evaluate affordable sensor payloads and provide support for other related science and technology projects for the naval research enterprise. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 6, 2013) An EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Gray Wolves of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacquelyn D. Childs/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 6, 2013) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Diamonds of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacquelyn D. Childs/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 6, 2013) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Diamonds of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146 moves across the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacquelyn D. Childs/Released

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SAN DIEGO (Nov. 6, 2013) Aviation Machinist's Mate Seaman Kieu Pham, left, and Aviation Structural Mechanic Seaman Samantha Zilli, both assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71, remove corrosion from the primary rotor blades of an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter at Naval Air Station North Island. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Cory Booth/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 1, 2013) An AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Reinforced), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU), prepares to takeoff from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). The 26th MEU finished an eight-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility aboard the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group serving as a sea-based, expeditionary crisis response force capable of conducting amphibious operations across the full range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christopher Q. Stone/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 1, 2013) An AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Reinforced), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU), prepares to takeoff from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christopher Q. Stone/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 5, 2013) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106), hoists a 240-foot homeward bound pennant as it prepares to return to homeport in San Diego after completing an extended deployment to the U.S. 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. The homeward bound pennant is flown by ships that are on a continuous overseas duty for nine months and returning to a U.S. homeport. The length of the pennant is one-foot for each Sailor who has served aboard while overseas for more than nine months. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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I don't get this at all. Why doesn't the USN just by boots off the shelf??

ARLINGTON, Va. (Nov. 4, 2013) A new lightweight boot with a composite replacement toe, left, is being developed to replace current steel toed boots by the Office of Naval Research's (ONR) TechSolutions program. The new boots will meet or exceed current industry standards for impact and compression protection and will begin evaluations from Sailors and naval aviators in January 2015. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)

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STRAIT OF MESSINA (Nov. 5, 2013) Quartermaster Seaman Shaniqua Knight, from Aberdeen, N.C., stands watch aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a transit of the Strait of Messina. Nimitz is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Derek A. Harkins/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 5, 2013) Sailors assigned to the Indians of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6 perform maintenance on an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN) 68. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Eric M. Butler/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 5, 2013) A C-2A Greyhound, assigned to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30, lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Siobhana R. McEwen/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 5, 2013) Sailors prepare aircraft to launch from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kole E. Carpenter/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 6, 2013) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Royal Maces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 takes off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 5, 2013) An aircraft handler directs an F/A-18 Super Hornet into position to launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paolo Bayas/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 5, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's (Handling) 3rd Class Michael Sauber, from Port St. Lucie, Fla., gives the signal to the pilot of an F/A-18 Super Hornet to receive signals from another flight deck aircraft director aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). . (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paolo Bayas/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 30, 2013) The mine countermeasures ship USS Ardent (MCM 12) is secured to the heavy lift vessel M/V Eide Transporter. Ardent and USS Scout (MCM 8) are returning to Naval Base San Diego after being forward deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Felicito Rustique/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 4, 2013) Aviation Electrician's Mate Airman Maria Pandolfo, from Orlando, Fla., removes a circuit board from a maintenance assist module aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan and the embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 are underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charles D. Gaddis IV/Released)

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BREMERTON (Nov. 1, 2013) Sailors transport canisters of Acetylene aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN74). John C. Stennis is undergoing a docking planned incremental availability maintenance at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Incremental Maintenance Facility (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Seth Coulter/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 4, 2013) Air department personnel remove chock and chains from an H-60 Sea Hawk helicopter before take off from the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Sailors from the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) are participating in amphibious ready group and marine expeditionary unit exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Michael J. Lieberknecht/Released)

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I don't get this at all. Why doesn't the USN just by boots off the shelf??

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Because the Navy wants to get a special boot, made for the salt water/ocean-going environment that meets all of their specs.

Now, it is definitely true that off the shelf boots are already made for the commerical fishing business that are made for saltwater environments and for safety (steel toed) and long life. Redwing, Wolverine, Keen, Danner, Muck, etc. all make excellent commerical grade, industry safety standard boots that very well could meet most, if not all of the US Navy's need.

Such boots that are steel or composite toed, electrically protected, great outside grip, saltwater proof, etc, will run around $200 per pair in the 6 or 8 inch tall variety. It would be interesting to see how that compares to the price of the US Navy boots.

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I love this photo of an aircrew pouring over their helo. Bring back any memories Popeye the sailor man?

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The AEGIS destroyers are among the most squared away, fit, good looking...and capable destroyers ever built IMHO.

Particluarly the Flight IIa with their full helo facilities for two SH-60s. It will be good to see the Flight III vessels, but the US has an entire fleet of these ships for providing multiple escorts to every carrier or amphibious taks group, and plenty more for SAGs and individual missions.

I love this photo of an aircrew pouring over their helo. Bring back any memories Popeye the sailor man?

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And to think the USN has about 60 of these ships in service.

I love this photo of an aircrew pouring over their helo. Bring back any memories Popeye the sailor man?

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Oh yes many years ago I was assigned to HSL-31 from October '77 to November '80. And I was assigned to HC-11 from March of '83 to March of '85. I was on shore duty in both squadrons. Seems so long ago.

One of my best memories is during Christmas 1983 HC-11 had a Christmas party for dependent children. The highlight was that Santa Claus arrived via one of HC-11 own CH-46 and was lowered to the flight line by the rescue hoist. And he left the same way. Kids loved it!