Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

NAPLES, Italy (Dec. 6, 2013) The Naval Support Activity Naples Color Guard parades the colors as part of the Naval Support Activity Naples Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony. The ceremony honored the 2,403 Americans who died during the Dec. 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jared King/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 2, 2013) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Daniel D'apice, from Hornell, N.Y., prepares to fire an M240B machine gun at a simulated target from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103). 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 (Dec. 2, 2013) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) fires its MK 38 MOD 2 25mm machine gun at a simulated target. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 30, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Tridents of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 retrieves supplies from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12) during a vertical replenishment with the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103). Truxtun is conducting its final pre-deployment evaluation with the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 30, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Tridents of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 retrieves supplies from the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) during a vertical replenishment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Scott Barnes/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Dec. 4, 2013) Chief Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) Eric McCartney, left, and Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) 1st Class Robert Johnson conduct repairs on an oil distribution box aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61). Ramage, homeported in Norfolk, Va., 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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ATLANTIC OCEAN, (Dec. 4, 2013) Marines arrive on a landing craft utility (LCU) in the well deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). Mesa Verde Sailors and Marine assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) are participating in a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for deployment. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shannon M. Smith/Released)

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DILI, Timor-Leste (Dec. 2, 2013) Builder 3rd Class Morgan Rego, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3 Construction Civic Action Detail (CCAD), plays with children during a day-long Holiday Season community relations event. NMCB 3 is a vital component of the U.S. Maritime Strategy providing disaster preparation and recovery support, humanitarian assistance and combat operations support. (U.S. Navy photo by Builder Constructionman Nathan M. Carrasco/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handling 3rd Class Christopher Sewell directs an MV-22 Osprey as it takes off from the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). New York departed Naval Station Norfolk for a homeport change to Naval Station Mayport. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cyrus Roson/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2013) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Adam Haffner, left, directs an MV-22 Osprey as it prepares to land aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cyrus Roson/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 5, 2013) Gunner's Mate Seaman Adrienne Magill, from Huntsville, Ala., center, steers the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the ship returns to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan after its 2013 patrol. George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests 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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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 5, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) returns to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan after completing its 2013 Patrol. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian H. Abel/Released)

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- PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (Dec. 7, 2013) - From the USS Arizona Memorial, symbol of the war's beginning on Dec. 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor Survivor Delton "Wally" Walling and Joan Bohl look out at the Battleship Missouri Memorial, symbol of the end of World War II in the Pacific. This year's historic commemoration, "Sound the Alarm," examines how thousands of Americans answered the call to duty in the wake of the attack. From Pearl Harbor and Midway, the U.S. Navy moved across the Pacific instruments of surrender were signed aboard USS Missouri (BB 63) Sept. 2, 1945. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nardel Gervacio/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 5, 2013) World War II veterans who served during the attack on Pearl Harbor observe the flight deck from the primary flight control room aboard 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 3rd Class Siobhana R. McEwen/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 5, 2013) Sailors stationed at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, escort a World War II veteran who served during the attack on Pearl Harbor across the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Siobhana R. McEwen/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 4, 2013) Ship's Serviceman Seaman Michelle Simien, right, salutes as Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Tyrell James, left, and Logistics Specialist 2nd Class David Pollard lower the flag during evening colors on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric M. Butler/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 7, 2013) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Marsell James, assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), gives signals to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) during a replenishment-at-sea. 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 2nd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2013) Sailors and Marines from the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) participate in a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team training exercise. Mesa Verde Sailors and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) Marines are participating in a composite training unit exercise in preparation for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shannon M. Smith/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2013) Sailors and Marines from the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) participate in a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team training exercise. Mesa Verde Sailors and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) Marines are participating in a composite training unit exercise in preparation for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shannon M. Smith/Released)

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Boatswain's Mate 2nd class Cost Dumervil, from Miami, directs the flight deck crew as a MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter lands on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44). Gunston Hall Sailors and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) Marines are underway conducting routine qualifications. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesse A. Hyatt/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2013) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Vigilantes of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151 lands on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting carrier qualifications off the coast of Southern California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Fenaroli/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Tamara Sewell directs an F/A-18C Hornet from the Sharpshooters of Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron (VMFAT) 101 to a catapult on the flight deck aboard aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Fenaroli/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2013) Air Department Sailors give the all clear for an aircraft to take off from the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Fenaroli/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2013) Seaman Marlena Peter paints a mural of Popeye in the foc'sle aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Peter painted the mural in two weeks. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Bounome Chanphouang/ Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 5, 2013) Logistics Specialist Seaman Ashton Herzberg, left, and Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Sizsaun McCloud lower the ensign during evening colors on the flight deck of 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 3rd Class Siobhana R. McEwen/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 7, 2013) Lt. Christopher Miller, from Camdenton, Mo., signals an aircraft to 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 Karl Anderson/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN ( Dec 9, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) direct an Army OH-58 Kiowa Warrior helicopter from the 25th Combat Aviation Brigade (25th CAB) off the coast of Hawaii during joint training operations. The 25th CAB is expected to participate similarly in other training exercises in 2014. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist John M. Hageman/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Tridents of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 takes off from the flight deck of the guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51). 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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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2013) Sailors move a fuel hose across the flight deck of the guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) to refuel an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Tridents of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeff Atherton/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2013) Sailors conduct a replenishment-at-sea aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Wolpert/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 7, 2013) Quartermaster Seaman Daniel-Lee Searfoss, from Mechanicsburg, Pa., plots the ship's position on a chart in the bridge 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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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 7, 2013) Two F/A-18F Super Hornets, assigned to the "Black Knights" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154, shoot flares as they pass the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during an airshow performed by the squadrons of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11. 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 3rd Class Siobhana R. McEwen/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 8, 2013) The visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) prepares to board a vessel. Roosevelt 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 2nd Class Justin Wolpert/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 7, 2013) Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Benjamin Clark, from Sacramento, Calif., guides in an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the Spartans of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 70 aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea 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 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released) (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2013) Quartermaster 3rd Class Lisa Hutchins, from Chicago, plots the ship's course aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is underway conducting engineering exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charles D. Gaddis IV/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2013) Sailors practice firefighting techniques during a fire drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is underway conducting engineering exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kimberly L. Romanowski/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Dec. 8, 2013) Sailors complete mooring operations as the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) arrives for a scheduled port visit. Monterey, homeported in Norfolk, Va., 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 Paul Farley/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2013) T-45C Goshawks, assigned to Training Air Wing (TW) 1, land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). TW-1 and TW-2 are conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kris R. Lindstrom/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) participate in an underway replenishment. 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 3rd class Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2014) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, fly in the Delta Formation over the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) off the Florida coast near Mayport Naval Station. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Terrence Siren/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Dec. 10, 2013) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) departs Naval Base San Diego for sea trials and engineering drills following a 13-month maintenance availability. Makin Island was the first amphibious assault ship built with a hybrid-electric propulsion system that provides significant savings in fuel costs for the U.S. Navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Donnie W. Ryan/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2013) Ships from the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group simulate a strait transit. The strike group is conducting a pre-deployment evaluation. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Wolpert/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 8, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87) fires its 5-inch gun during a live-fire 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 by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rob Aylward/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Dec. 11, 2013) Seaman Apprentice Parker Tait, right, and Boatswain's Mate Seaman Recruit Natia Repine conduct morning colors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) while in port at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay. Stout, homeported in Norfolk, Va., 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 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 12, 2013) Santa Claus takes the helm on the bridge of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Morale, Welfare and Recreation is holding a number of holiday events onboard Theodore Roosevelt, including a Santa Claus tour around the ship. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kris R. Lindstrom/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Dec. 12, 2013) Sailors man the rails as the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) arrives at Naval Air Station North Island. Nimitz is en route to its homeport of Everett, Wash. after spending eight months deployed to the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Katarzyna Kobiljak/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Dec. 12, 2013) Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class David Veldhuizen hugs his family after arriving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) at Naval Air Station North Island. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Katarzyna Kobiljak/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Dec. 11, 2013) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Nick Davis, assigned to the "Indians" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6, reunites with his loved one during the squadron's homecoming at Naval Air Station North Island. The homecoming follows the squadron's extended deployment as part of Carrier Air Wing 11 and the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Ryan Harper/Released)

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PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 12, 2013) Lt. Tatyana Yetto opens gifts with elementary students during the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division's 64th annual Children's Christmas Party. The division hosts the Children's Christmas Party as part of its ongoing community outreach program. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin B. Gray/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 11, 2013) Aviation Machinist's Mate 1st Class Jose Herring and Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Carlos Deschappell test an F404 aircraft engine on the fantail of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). This is the first time in more than four years an aircraft engine has been tested aboard Theodore Roosevelt. The ship is underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric Lockwood/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2013) An AV-8B Harrier II launches from the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan is underway with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit for a composite training unit exercise designed to present the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group with scenarios seen on deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Mark Hays/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Dec. 6, 2013) Capt. John D. Deehr, left, salutes Capt. Paul C. Spedero Jr. after turning over command of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) during a change of command ceremony at the USS Midway Museum. Deehr was the commanding officer of the Peleliu from June 22, 2012 to December 6, 2013. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dustin Knight/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2013) The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group conducts a simulated strait transit as part its final pre-deployment evaluation 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 3rd class Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 13, 2013) Helicopters prepare to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during a simulated strait transit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Wolpert/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 13, 2013) The littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Freedom's first operational deployment, a 9-month assignment forward-operating from Singapore, is the first ever deployment for a Littoral Combat Ship and the proof-of-concept deployment for the ship class. Freedom is scheduled to return to homeport at San Diego later this month. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Johans Chavarro/Released)

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HANOVER, Md. (Dec. 12, 2013) An M1A1 Abrams tank drives over an advanced light-weight ramp during an Office of Naval Research demonstration held at Oceaneering in Hanover, Md. The new ramp will be capable of loading and unloading people and combat vehicles between a joint high-speed vessel (JHSV) and multiple platforms in sea state three. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Spartans of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 70 takes off from the guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103). 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 3rd class Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 11, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) participate in an underway replenishment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2013) The Guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) conducts a simulated strait transit as part its final pre-deployment evaluation 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 3rd class Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) conducts a simulated strait transit. Truxtun is conducting its final pre-deployment evaluation with George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 14, 2013) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) decorate stockings for the Preschool for Educating Exceptional People (PEEP) in Newport News, Va. Theodore Roosevelt is underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gregory White/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 14, 2013) Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Stephanie Bettinger, from Louisville, Ky., repairs a fuel line on a jet engine aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Andrew Johnson/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 14, 2013) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 1st Class Joshua Thorpe, left, and Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Matthew Neypes, signal an AV-8B II Harrier during flight operations 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 (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 Mayra A. Knight/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 14, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Aaron Burnfield, of Austin, Texas, attaches an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Swordsmen" of Strike Fighter Squadron 32, to the catapult 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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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 14, 2013) Deck department Sailors assigned to the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) scrape away moss from the hull of the ship. George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its partners and allies in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Matthew Riggs/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 16, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) conducts an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196). 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 3rd class Scott Barnes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 15, 2013) Sailors heave lines to help stabilize a landing craft utility in the well deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). Mesa Verde Sailors and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) Marines are participating in a composite training unit exercise in preparation for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shannon M. Smith/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 15, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Sea Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 lands on the guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Scott Barnes/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Dec. 15, 2013) Victor Martinez kisses his daughter Lt. Gissella Martinez, from the Uniformed Services University Naval Medical Center San Diego, after receiving an award for being top of her class on the flight deck of the USS Midway (CV-41) Museum in downtown San Diego. Martinez, along with six other classmates, graduated specializing in nurse anesthesia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Petty Officer 2nd Class Sean P. Lenahan/Released)

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NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (Dec. 18, 2013) Sailors demonstrate the redesigned aircrew endurance survival vest, with improved ballistic protection, superior load distribution and a new universal color for deployment in a wider variety of terrains. The vest attained initial operational capability Nov. 27, a key milestone for Naval Air Systems Command's Aircrew Systems Program Office based at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Kelly Schindler/Released)

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MARINETTE, Wis. (Dec. 18, 2013) The littoral combat ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Milwaukee (LCS 5) slides into Lake Michigan during a christening ceremony at the Marinette Marine Corporation shipyard. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of Lockheed Martin/Released)

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NORFOLK (Dec. 16, 2013) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) transits the Elizabeth River from Naval Station Norfolk to BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair for a five-month planned maintenance availability. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis DiPerna/Released)

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