Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

PEARL HARBOR (Nov. 22, 2013) A Sailor assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Chosin (CG 65) hugs his son after the ship arrives at homeport at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam following a deployment to the western Pacific region. The ship and its crew of nearly 340 Sailors conducted integrated operations with allies and partners during the ship's six-month deployment including the International Fleet Review held in Sydney, Australia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dustin W. Sisco/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 23, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 receives cargo 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 David Didier/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 23, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Karl Anderson/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 23, 2013) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Swordsmen of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Karl Anderson/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 23, 2013) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Grant Muskevitsch, assigned to the Dusty Dogs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7, helps prepare an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter to launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jamie V. Cosby/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 24, 2013) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Oscar Abelenda, from Houston, center, connects the surf to a bell during a replenishment-at-sea between the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10). 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 Paolo Bayas/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 23, 2013) The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10), right, transits alongside the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a replenishment-at-sea. . (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chris Cavagnaro/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 24, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Corey Smith, from Smithville, Texas, cleans a catapult on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Liam Kennedy/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 23, 2013) Sailors aboard the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) prepare to launch an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paolo Bayas/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 19, 2013) The 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit's (13th MEU) battalion landing team unloads cargo from a landing craft air cushion (LCAC) aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans is part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, with 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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NDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 15, 2013) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Emilie Hayes performs maintenance on the extended weapons system of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed to 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 Aiyana Paschal/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 25, 2013) Sailors perform maintenance on the fuel system of an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Diamonds of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed to 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 Kole E. Carpenter/ Released)

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PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (November 26, 2013) Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Georgina Tosco, assigned to Fleet Readiness Center, takes resistance measurements inside an ARN-87 at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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RED SEA (Nov. 13, 2013) Ensign John Bozzelli, assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto's (CG 56) visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team, climbs aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87) from a rigid hull inflatable boat during a VBSS exercise. Mason is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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TA KHMAO, Cambodia (Nov. 25, 2013) Construction Electrician 3rd Class Corinna Karnes, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3, plays with local children who live near the Rolous Health Center where the team recently completed construction of a new bathroom facility. NMCB-3 is also conducting operations in Atsugi, Yokosuka and Okinawa, Japan; Chinhae, Republic of Korea and China Lake, Calif. (U.S. Navy photo by Equipment Operator 3rd Class T.J. Melteson/Released)

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TA KHMAO, Cambodia (Nov. 25, 2013) Utilitiesman Constructionman Michael Vilardo, assigned to the construction civic action detail of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3 in Cambodia, plays with children who live near the Rolous Health Center, where the team recently completed construction of a new bathroom facility.(U.S. Navy photo by Equipment Operator 3rd Class T.J. Melteson/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 26, 2013) Lt. Christopher Miller signals an EA-18G Growler, assigned to the Zappers of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 130, for launch from 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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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Nov. 26, 2013) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) heave on mooring lines during a sea and anchor evolution as the ship returns to Fleet Activities Yokosuka. McCain is assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and is forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, supporting regional security and stability of the Indo-Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gregory A. Harden II/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 23, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64) perform maintenance on the close-in weapons system. Gettysburg is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group supporting 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 Lorenzo J. Burleson/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 24, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Indians of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6 moves cargo to the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a replenishment-at-sea. Nimitz is deployed to 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 Eric M. Butler/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 27, 2013) Aviation Machinist Mate Airman Iwalani Yamaguchi, from Kaneohe, Hawaii, cleans the canopy of an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 during pre-flight maintenance aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during Annual Exercise (AE) 13. AE13 is designed to increase the defensive readiness and interoperability of Japanese and U.S. naval forces through training in air and sea operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Liam Kennedy/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 25, 2013) Sailors and Marines perform a foreign object damage walk down 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 Karl Anderson/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 28, 2013) The George Washington Strike Group and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships participate in tactical maneuver training during Annual Exercise (AnnualEx) 13. AnnualEx 13 is designed to increase the defensive readiness and interoperability of Japanese and U.S. Naval forces through training in air and sea operations

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Rutim said:

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asif iqbal said:

Still not as big as the following picture which contains 26 warships

I see CVN-73 plus both Hyuga Class flat tops from the JMSDF and one Osumi Class that's four flat tops plus two submarines and scores of Arleigh Burke Type DDG from both JMSDF and USN

Shows the readiness of the JMSDF who can put to sea both LHD together, when the two larger Izumo Class are commissioned I would not be suprised if they put to sea all four flat tops plus a few more Osumi Class flat tops

A very large naval Amanda taken during Keen Sword 2013

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 27, 2013) Lt. Gregg Peters, from Columbus, Ohio, and Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Fredrick Crawford, from College Station, Texas, participate in afternoon prayer aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting a composite training unit exercise, a scenario-driven exercise aimed at integrating the ships of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group through a series of live training events. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Andrew Johnson/Released)

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Nov. 29, 2013) Patrol Squadron (VP) 16 Commanding Officer Cmdr. Bill Pennington Jr. takes off on a P-8A Poseidon No. 429 aircraft from Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Nov. 29. The take-off represents the squadron's historic first operational deployment of the Poseidon within the Navy's maritime patrol and reconnaissance community. (U.S. Navy photo by Clark Pierce/Released)

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DIEGO GARCIA, British Indian Ocean Territory (Nov. 22, 2013) Sailors and personnel stationed at U.S. Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia collect trash and debris during a beach cleanup at Barton Point. A total of 2,460 lbs. of trash and debris were removed from the beaches of Diego Garcia during the cleanup. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Caine Storino/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Dec. 1, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Israel Rodriguez, from Brownsville, Texas, directs a C-2A Greyhound from the Providers of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30, Det. 5, on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5's fly-off. George Washington and its embarked 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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PHILIPPINE SEA (Dec. 1, 2013) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 takes off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5's fly-off. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 26, 2013) Waves crash over the bow of the guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) during a simulated straits transit exercise. Arleigh Burke is conducting its final pre-deployment evaluation with the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeff Atherton/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2013) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 and an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Gray Wolves of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142 perform inflight refueling over the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is transiting the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) after spending eight months deployed to the U.S. 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet AORs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Aiyana S. Paschal/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 24, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Jerria M. Mosley uses a torque wrench to assemble a GBU-12 inert training round aboard 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, 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 J. Michael Schwartz/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 24, 2013) Aviation ordnancemen work together to assemble a GBU-12 inert training round aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class J. Michael Schwartz/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 26, 2013) Cpl. Andrew Herker and Cpl. Bianca Nigro practice Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) drills in the hangar bay of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mayra A. Knight/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 25, 2013) Cpl. Kendall Mawyer, from Waynesboro, Va., performs an airframe inspection on part of an AV-8B Harrier II aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Veronica Mammina/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Dec. 2, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter with the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 prepares to lift ordnance from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during an ammunition off-load with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kaitlyn R. Breitkreutz/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 13, 2013) Members of the Coast Guard's Advanced Interdiction Team 5 practice boarding and entry procedures aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84). Bulkeley is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shane A. Jackson/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 27, 2013) Two MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters transport supplies from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8), right, to the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is deployed supporting 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 Lorenzo J. Burleson/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 28, 2013) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert shares dinner with Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) on Thanksgiving Day. Greenert and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens spent time with members of their Navy-Marine Corps family during the Thanksgiving holiday period to show their support and appreciation for the many men and women who serve in the military. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Peter D. Lawlor/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 29, 2013) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Apprentice Devonte Moore signals to a winch operator from the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8). Mason is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group supporting 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 2nd Class Rob Aylward/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 29, 2013) Sailors assigned to the Tomcatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31 load ordnance onto an F/A-18E Super Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting a composite training unit exercise, a scenario-driven exercise aimed at integrating the ships of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group through a series of live training events. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian Stephens/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 28, 2013) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Kendra Bellinger, from Vancouver, Wash., bastes turkeys for a Thanksgiving meal aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed to 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 Siobhana R. McEwen/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 25, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) fires its MK38 MOD 2 25mm machine gun at a simulated target. Truxtun is conducting its final pre-deployment evaluation with the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group to achieve mission readiness and the ability to work alongside international allies in the execution of the Navy's maritime strategy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 25, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) fires its MK45 5-inch gun at a simulated target. Truxtun is conducting its final pre-deployment evaluation with the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group to achieve mission readiness and the ability to work alongside international allies in the execution of the Navy's maritime strategy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Scott Barnes/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 29, 2013) Sailors perform maintenance on an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dusty Dogs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Karl Anderson/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 27, 2013) Sailors secure pallets carrying supplies in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Blagoj B. Petkovski/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 27, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Ericka Stewart, from Hinesville, Ga., attaches an MK 105 pendant to a cargo net 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 2nd Class Lyle H. Wilkie III/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 28, 2013) Vice Adm. Robert Thomas, commander, U.S. Seventh Fleet, right, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Vice Adm. Yasuhi Matsushita, commander in chief, Japan Self-Defense Fleet, participate in a Thanksgiving cake-cutting ceremony aboard 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 Seaman Chris Cavagnaro/Released)

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SINGAPORE (Nov. 25, 2013) Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Kendall Kershaw, assigned to the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39), helps a student with her school work at the Genesis School in Singapore. Homeported in Diego Garcia, Emory S. Land is a forward deployed expeditionary submarine tender on an extended deployment conducting coordinated tended moorings and afloat maintenance in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Lavin/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2013) The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201), left, and the guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 58) prepare for a replenishment-at-sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin Wolpert/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 4, 2013) Sailors hoist the national ensign aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) as the ship moors pierside at Fleet Activities Yokosuka after supporting Operation Damayan. Mustin supported relief efforts and peacekeeping operations with the Philippine government and the George Washington Carrier Strike Group in the aftermath of Super Typhoon Haiyan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman David Flewellyn/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 4, 2013) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Paulo Sam kisses his son after the return of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) from supporting Operation Damayan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David Jordan/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 3, 2013) Sailors walk through the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) before manning the rails upon the ship's arrival to Pearl Harbor. Nimitz is in Pearl Harbor for a scheduled port visit during their transit home after an eight-month deployment to the U.S. 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kole E. Carpenter/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 3, 2013) Sailors render honors as the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) passes the battleship USS Arizona (BB 39) memorial upon their arrival to Pearl Harbor. Nimitz is in Pearl Harbor for a scheduled port visit during their transit home after an eight-month deployment to the U.S. 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric M. Butler & Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Aiyana S. Paschal/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 3, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Daphne Pealo fires a shot line from the fantail of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) upon the ship's arrival to Pearl Harbor. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kole E. Carpenter/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 3 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a scheduled port visit during an eight-month deployment to the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. Nimitz is scheduled to continue east toward San Diego, before returning home to Everett, Wash., before the end of the year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Rose Forest/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 3, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) Airman Rashaad Porter, from Miami, pours JP-5 fuel into a graduated cylinder for testing 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, supporting theater security cooperation efforts and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Emily M. Blair/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 3, 2013) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the Swordsmen of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Karl Anderson/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 1, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk Helicopter, assigned to the "Dusty Dogs" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 7, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Emily M. Blair/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 4, 2013) Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Antoni Summa, assigned to guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56), mans a .50 caliber machine gun during a combat qualifications training assessment conducted by Afloat Training Group Western Pacific. John S. McCain is undergoing qualifications to ensure combat readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christian M. Senyk/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 3, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) transits off the coast of Coronado, Calif. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Carlos M. Vazquez II/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 30, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Krysta Campbell, assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46' signals to an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter during flight operations aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84). Bulkeley is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group supporting 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 Shane A. Jackson/Released)

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WESTERN PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 2, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits toward the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) prior to an ammunition off-load. George Washington and its embarked carrier air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. its partners and allies in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian H. Abel/Released)

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