Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

GUIUAN, Eastern Samar Province, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 16, 2013) Lt. Cmdr. Mike DeVito, left, Commander, Task Force 70, helicopter operations officer, embarked aboard the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), helps a member of the Filipino Air Force Recruit Officer Training Corps carry a box of relief supplies from an HC-130 Hercules from Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 172 in support of Operation Damayan. The George Washington Strike Group supports the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade to assist the Philippine government in response to the aftermath of the Super Typhoon Haiyan in the Republic of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paolo Bayas/Released)

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GUIUAN, Eastern Samar Province, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 16, 2013) Lance Cpl. Leah Anderson, from Lambsburg, Va., center-right, carries a bag of supplies alongside Sailors from the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and Filipino civilians in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paolo Bayas/Released)

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TACLOBAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 16, 2014) Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter) 3rd Class Peter Olson, from Howell, N.J., removes supplies from an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter from the Scorpions of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49, Detachment 6, assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63), and gives them to Filipino citizens in support of Operation Damayan. Cowpens is with the George Washington Strike Group supporting the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade assisting the Philippine government in response to the aftermath of the super typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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TACLOBAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 16, 2014) Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter) 3rd Class Peter Olson, from Howell, N.J., removes supplies to an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter from the Scorpions of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49, Detachment 6, assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63), to provide relief to Filipino citizens in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R Guzman/Released)

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GUIUAN, Eastern Samar Province, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 17, 2013) Philippine citizens board an HC-130 Hercules from the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade (3rd MEB) as Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transport relief supplies in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Beverly Lesonik/Released)

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VILLAMOR, Philippines - Philippine Air Force Airman 1st Class Herom Rabago, assigned to the 520th Air Base Wing, guides a MV-22B Osprey carrying supplies and personnel from Villamor Air Base, Manila, to areas affected by Typhoon Haiyan, Nov. 14. The U.S. and Philippine Armed Forces have transported more than 384,400 pounds of relief supplies and more than 1,735 displaced personnel. The militaries of the two nations have partnered and trained together for decades, which prepare both forces for the challenges associated with extreme circumstances. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Caleb Hoover)

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bd popeye said:

US Naval forces in the Republic of the Philippines..."Operation Damayan" (Mutual)

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Jeff Head said:

The US Navy...a Global Force for good.

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Humanitarian Service Medal

a. The Humanitarian Service Medal was established by Executive Order 11965 of 19 January 1977. It is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, after 1 April 1975 distinguished themselves by meritorious direct participation in a Department of Defense approved significant military act or operation of a humanitarian nature. It is not awarded for participation in domestic disturbances involving law enforcement, equal rights to citizens, or protection of properties.

b. To be eligible, a service member must meet the following requirements:

(1) Must be on active duty at the time of direct participation in a Department of Defense-approved humanitarian act or operation.

(2) Must have directly participated in the humanitarian act or operation within the designated geographical area of operation and within specified time limits. "Direct participation" is defined as "hands on" activity at the site or sites of the military act or operation. Specifically excluded from eligibility for this medal are personnel or elements remaining at geographically separated military headquarters.

c. The Humanitarian Service Medal is a U.S. service medal and does not preclude or conflict with other service medals or decorations awarded on the basis of valor, achievement or meritorious service.

d. No person will be awarded more than one Humanitarian Service Medal for participation in the same military act or operation; a service star will be worn to denote direct participation in second or subsequent humanitarian acts or operations.

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 18, 2013) Sailors aboard the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) used an innovative way to provide water by freezing it and using tri-walls to deliver the ice to those in need in support of Operation Damayan. Charles Drew is with the George Washington Carrier Strike Group supporting the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade which is assisting the Philippine government's ongoing relief efforts in the aftermath of the Super Typhoon Haiyan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian H. Abel/Released)

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ORMOC, Philippines (Nov. 14, 2013) Ormoc City residents gather at Tacloban Airfield in preparation for boarding a Philippine Air Force C-130 that will airlift them to in Manila as part of Operation Damayan. The government of the Philippines is closely coordinating ongoing relief efforts with military and civilian international agencies in the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Andrew Robertson/Released)

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LEYTE, Philippines (Nov. 18, 2014) Philippine citizens take supplies from an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter from the Scorpions of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49, Det. 6, embarked aboard the Ticonderoga class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) during Operation Damayan. Cowpens is part of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group supporting the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade which is assisting the Philippine government's ongoing relief efforts in the aftermath of the Super Typhoon Haiyan (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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TACLOBAN, Philippines (Nov. 18, 2014) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) load supplies onto an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the Saberhawks of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77 in support of Operation Damayan. The George Washington Carrier Strike Group is supporting the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade to assist the Philippine government in response to the aftermath of Super Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R Guzman/Released)

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LEYTE, Philippines (Nov. 18, 2014) Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter) 3rd Class Peter Olson, from Howell, N.J., is thanked by Philippine citizens after delivering supplies from an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Scorpions of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49, Det. 6, embarked aboard the Ticonderoga class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) during Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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ORNDOC BAY, Philippines (Nov. 16, 2013) Sailors from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) and Philippine Army soldiers unload international aid from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 as an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the Warlords of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 prepares to land. HSC-25, HSM-51 and Mustin are with the George Washington Carrier Strike Group, which is supporting the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade in assisting the Philippine government in ongoing relief efforts in response to the aftermath of Super Typhoon Haiyan. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Timothy Tran/Released))

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ORMOC CITY, Philippines (Nov. 17, 2013) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the Warlords of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51, embarked aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89), transports international relief supplies in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mackenzie P. Adams/Released)

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ORMOC CITY, Philippines (Nov. 17, 2013) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89), right, work with members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines in support of Operation Damayan.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mackenzie P. Adams/Released)

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ORMOC CITY, Philippines (Nov. 16, 2013) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Leia Dibiasie, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89), treats a Filipino man with supplies provided by international organizations in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mackenzie P. Adams/Released)

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MAHAYAG, Philippines (Nov. 16, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 along with Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) deliver supplies to Mahayag, Philippines, in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mackenzie P. Adams/Released)

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HENANE, Eastern Samar Province, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 17, 2013) Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter) 1st Class Logan Robertson, left, from Marianna Fla., speaks with Philippine civilians after airlifting supplies to their village during Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chris Cavagnaro/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 17, 2013) The aircraft carrier Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is moved to Pier 3 at Newport News Shipbuilding. The ship will undergo additional outfitting and testing for the next 28 months. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of Huntington Ingalls Industries by Chris Oxley/Released)

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asif iqbal said:

Currently USN has deployed the following to aid Typhoon victims

CVN -73
2 x Cruisers
2 x DDG
2 x LSD
1 x LPD
Supply ship
Submarine tender
Survey ship
And a hospital ship on its way

12 vessels in all

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CONSTANTA, Romania (Nov. 19, 2013) Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Cequita Edmond, left, and Electronics Technician 2nd Class Rickisha Simon, assigned to the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), shifts colors as the ship prepares to depart after a four-day port visit. Mount Whitney, homeported in Gaeta, Italy, is underway 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 1st Class Collin Turner/Released)

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ZHOUSHAN, China (Nov. 12, 2013) Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) Adm. Mark Ferguson meets Sailors from the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy on board the PLA Navy guided missile corvette Shangrao (FFG-583). (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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ZHOUSHAN, China (Nov. 13, 2013) Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) Adm. Mark Ferguson receives a tour of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy guided-missile destroyer Changchun (DDG-150) from the ship's Commanding Officer, Captain Wang Sheqiang. The VCNO is visiting China to foster better understanding between the two navies and promote cooperation in areas of mutual interest. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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BLACK SEA (Nov. 19, 2013) A Romanian navy IAR 330L Puma helicopter takes off from the flight deck of the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) during deck landing qualifications. Mount Whitney, homeported in Gaeta, Italy, is underway 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 1st Class Collin Turner/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 18, 2013) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) scrub the flight deck with Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) during a flight deck wash down. The flight deck is scrubbed clean after the completion of flight operations to remove any fuel left behind from aircraft. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Bounome Chanphouang/Released)

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San Diego CA(Nov. 18, 2013) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) returns to its homeport of San Diego after completing a seven-month deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. Deployed since April 19, the ship served as the flagship for Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 for more than four months and conducted operations with both the Nimitz and George Washington Carrier Strike Groups. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rosalie Garcia/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Nov. 18, 2013) Lt. Katie Jacobson greets her husband Lt. Kevin Jacobson with a kiss at the homecoming celebration of the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) at Naval Base San Diego. Preble completed a seven-month deployment 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 Seaman Huey D. Younger, Jr./Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Nov. 18, 2013) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Michael Ensminger, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88), holds his son for the first time during the ship's homecoming celebration at Naval Base San Diego. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Claire Farin/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 16, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) conduct a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195). 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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ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 15, 2013) Sailors move a net for a flight barricade drill 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 Seaman Blagoj B. Petkovski/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 13, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Marcus Stewart directs a helicopter on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a replenishment-at-sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Karl Anderson/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 20, 2013) Master-at-Arms Justin Wilson bows his head in prayer during a burial at sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson's (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway off the coast of Southern California conducting unit-level training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class George M. Bell/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 20, 2013) The rifle detail from the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) fires three volleys from an aircraft elevator during a burial at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class George M. Bell/Released)

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LEYTE GULF (Nov. 23,2013) Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) throw a heaving line from a Combat Rubber Raid Craft (CRRC) to Sailors assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 48) in the ship's well deck. Germantown and USS Ashland (LSD 48) along with embarked Commander, Amphibious Squadron (PHIBORN) 11, Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7 and elements of the 31st MEU are in The Leyte Gulf in The Republic of the Philippines in support of Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tony DeFilippo/Released)

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LEYTE GULF (Nov. 23,2013) An SH-60 Seahawk helicopter from Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49 prepares to take off from the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tony DeFilippo/Released)

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CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti (Nov. 19, 2013) Adela, a German shepherd military working dog, latches onto Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Conrad Schonacher during training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Eric Dietrich/Released)

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Nov. 15, 2013) Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Eric Perry, left, an in port emergency team instructor, trains Electrician's Mate Fireman Recruit Maria Gamez, investigator, on how to identify hazards when responding to casualties aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), during a class bravo, or fuel, fire drill. Abraham Lincoln is undergoing a refueling complex overhaul at Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Danian Douglas/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 21, 2013) Culinary Specialist Seaman Della Boone, left, and Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Adrian Bryant, right, participate in the inaugural culinary competition aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway off the coast of Southern California conducting unit-level training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class George M. Bell/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 19, 2013) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) fill packages with non-perishable food items for military families in need during an Armed Forces YMCA Thanksgiving Assistance Program community service event at Military Circle Mall. Dwight D. Eisenhower is undergoing a scheduled docking planned incremental availability at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Yasmine Muhammad/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 20, 2013) Sailors and Marines work together to move packages on the boat deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) during a replenishment-at-sea. Harpers Ferry is part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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 Mark El-Rayes/Released)

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