Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Feb. 5, 2010) Steelworker 1st Class William Butcher, Builder 2nd Class Andrej Paskevic, assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 1, & Army Diver Staff Sgt. William D'Angelo, assigned to the 544th Engineer Dive Team drill guide holes into a damaged section of a pier at the port in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. UCT-1 is conducting repair operations in the main seaport of Port-au-Prince, Haiti as part of the humanitarian and disaster relief mission in support of Operation Unified Response. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Chris Lussier/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 9, 2010) Navy Diver 2nd Class Todd Walsh and Navy Diver 2nd Class Matthew Trautman, both assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2 embarked aboard the Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Grapple (T-ARS 53), prepare to dive into the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Lebanon. Grapple is assisting the Lebanese Armed Forces during recovery operations of Ethiopian Airlines flight 409. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 6, 2010) Sailors assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2) and Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8 submerge a MK-16 Mod 1 underwater breathing apparatus to check for leaks before a dive off the coast of Lebanon. Both units are embarked aboard the Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Grapple (T-ARS 53). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 17, 2009) Children from The Sullivans Elementary School in Yokosuka, Japan watch an explosive ordnance disposal Pac Bot remote-controlled vehicle demonstration. Sailors from Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5 provided the exhibition as part of a career-sharing lesson. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Mike R. Mulcare/Released)

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CORONADO, Calif. (Feb. 16, 2010) Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUDs) students participate in Surf Passage at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado. Surf Passage is one of many physically demanding evolutions that are a part of the first phase of SEAL training. Navy SEALs are the maritime component of U.S. special forces and are trained to conduct a variety of operations from the sea, air and land. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kyle D. Gahlau/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Feb. 16, 2010) A Sailor directs the landing of an HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Nightdippers of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 5 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chad R. Erdmann/Released)

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BOSTON, Mass. (Feb. 18, 2010) USS Constitution is towed from her mooring at Boston National Historical Park and turned around in Boston Harbor during a major three-year restoration. Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world and America's Ship of State. (U.S. Navy photo by Aviation Boatswains Mate Airman Mark Alexander/Released)

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ROTA, Spain (Feb. 18, 2010) The amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) pulls into Naval Station Rota. Mesa Verde is the first amphibious transport dock ship to visit Rota. (U.S. Navy photo by Jan Hammond/Released)

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NORFOLK (Feb. 18, 2010) Sailors man the rail as the guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) returns to Naval Station Norfolk following a seven-month deployment. Donald Cook deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting theater security cooperation by participating in regional exercises with allies. (U.S. Navy photos by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Scott B. Boyle/Released)

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JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (Feb. 16, 2010) The United States Marine Band, Color Guard and Joint Service pallbearers lead the burial service of Congressman of the 12th Congressional District of Pennsylvania, the Honorable Mr. John P. Murtha. Murtha died from complications after gall bladder surgery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Corporal Charles M. Groff/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 22, 2010) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is conducting operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Philip Wagner Jr./ Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 22, 2010) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Sidewinders of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Philip Wagner Jr./ Released)

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PORT LOUIS, Mauritius (Feb. 21, 2010) The guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) arrives in Port Louis, Mauritius during an Africa Partnership Station East port visit. Africa Partnership Station is an international initiative developed by Naval Forces Europe and Naval Forces Africa to improve maritime safety and security in West and Central Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tracey L. Whitley/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 21, 2010) The guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) takes on fuel from the Nimitz-class carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during an underway replenishment near South America. Both ships are participating in Operation Southern Seas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joel Carlson/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 21, 2010) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) exercise on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship the USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). Harpers Ferry is part of the forward-deployed Essex Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting Spring Patrol to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) Joel Monsalud/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 21, 2010) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) exercise on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship the USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). Harpers Ferry is part of the forward-deployed Essex Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting Spring Patrol to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) Joel Monsalud/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA, Haiti (Feb. 20, 2010) A merchant seaman aboard the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE-2) hooks a pallet of supplies to the bottom of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during a vertical replenishment with the USS Bataan (LHD 5) in the Caribbean Sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Hendrick Dickson/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 21, 2010) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Elan Landin directs aircraft from Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron (HS) 15 after a supply drop-off aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joel Carlson/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA (Feb. 20, 2010) The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE-2) conducts a vertical replenishment with the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) in the Caribbean Sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Hendrick Dickson/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (Feb. 19, 2010) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Michael Martin inspects aircraft equipment in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is on a six-month deployment as a part of the on-going rotation of forward-deployed forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bradley Evans/Released)

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Feb. 21, 2010) An aerial view of the White Beach logistical compound established by Sailors assigned to Amphibious Construction Battalion (ACB) 2 at Varreoux Beach in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. ACB-2 is conducting construction, humanitarian and disaster relief operations as part of Operation Unified Response after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake caused severe damage in and around Port-au-Prince, Haiti Jan. 12. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kim Williams/Released)

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BAIE DE GRAND GOAVE, Haiti (Feb. 20, 2010) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter transports supplies from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo ship USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE 2) to the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during a vertical replenishment Feb. 20. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julio Rivera/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 19, 2010) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) load mail onto a helicopter assigned to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) during a vertical replenishment at sea. The Farragut is part of Combined Task Force 151, a multinational task force established to conduct anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Elizabeth Allen/Released)

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Feb. 17, 2010) Sailors aboard the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) unload supplies from an SH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during a vertical replenishment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Timothy Wilson/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA, (Feb. 19, 2010) Quartermaster 3rd Class Perry Avila, from Lahabra, Calif., assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), lowers the American flag after an underway refueling. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Hendrick Dickson/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA (Feb. 19, 2010) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Jonathan Vo, from Seattle, assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), conducts training on the M16 service rifle with Sailors before small arms weapons qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Hendrick Dickson/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Feb. 18, 2010) Chief Religious Programs Specialist Tshombe Harris, assigned to Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, and guest speaker, Alphonso Braggs, chairperson of the NAACP, bow their heads in prayer during The History of Black Economic Empowerment presentation. Sailors assigned to Navy Region Hawaii and Naval Surface Group hosted the observance as a Black History Month event. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark Logico/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 20, 2010) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) launches a NATO Sea Sparrow missile from the forward NATO mount. Makin Island is underway off the coast of Southern California conducting ship self-defense system operational testing and evaluation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Douglas Bedford/Released)

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Feb. 20, 2010) Service members conducting joint logistics over the shore operations at the main seaport in Port-au-Prince, Haiti off-load construction vehicles and equipment assigned to the U.S. Army 7th Sustainment Brigade from the British-flagged Crowley Shipper. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kim Williams/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA (Feb. 20, 2010) Chief Gunners Mate Joshua Gordon, assigned to the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) fires a shot line to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) during a refueling at sea. Freedom is conducting counter-illicit trafficking operations and theater security cooperation in the U.S. 4th Fleet area of focus. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Ed Early/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 18, 2010) Aviation Boatswain's Mates assigned to the air department of the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) conduct an aircraft barricade drill. Carl Vinson is taking part in Operation Southern Seas 2010 as part of a scheduled homeport shift. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Antwjuan Richards-Jamison/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 19, 2010) Aerographer's Mate 2nd Class Elizabeth Clements prepares to release a weather balloon from the fantail of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) to analyze atmospheric pressure and temperature. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adrian White/Released)

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI (Jan. 21, 2010) The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) operates off the coast of Haiti supporting Operation Unified Response after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake caused severe damage in and around Port-au-Prince, Haiti Jan. 12. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Theodore W. Ritchie/Released)

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 21, 2010) Marines and Sailors carry Haitian patients from an MH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter after their discharge from the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) to an interim aftercare facility in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David J. Beall/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 24, 2010) Quartermaster 3rd Class Matthew Trujillo, from Las Cruces, N.M., raises the national ensign aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is taking part in Southern Seas 2010 as part of a scheduled homeport shift. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Barker/Released)

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CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Feb. 24, 2010) Marines from the 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, train with the Future Immersive Training Environment (FITE) Joint Capabilities Technology Demonstration (JCTD) virtual reality system in the simulation center at Camp Lejeune, N.C. Sponsored by the US Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM), with technical management provided by the Office of Naval Research (ONR), the FITE JCTD allows an individual wearing a self-contained virtual reality system, with no external tethers and a small joystick mounted on the weapon, to operate in a realistic virtual world displayed in a helmet mounted display.(U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA (Feb. 20, 2010) The littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) transits the Caribbean Sea during its maiden deployment. Freedom is conducting counter-illicit trafficking operations and theater security cooperation in the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Ed Early/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 25, 2010) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Philip Wagner Jr./Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 25, 2010) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman James Gossard, assigned to the Sidewinders of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, wipes down the canopy of an F/A-18C Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Philip Wagner Jr./Released)

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DILI, Timor Leste (Feb. 25, 2010) Australian International Security Force pilots conduct deck-landing qualifications aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Reuben James (FFG 57) after a port call to Dili, Timor Leste. (U.S. Navy photos/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 23, 2010) A Marine Corps pilot and crew chief conduct preflight safety checks on their aircraft before flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is underway conducting an integration training exercise in preparation for a scheduled 2010 deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Russell/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 23, 2010) A member of the flight crew folds the wings of a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter after flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Russell/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 25, 2010) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Wild Cards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23, carries supplies from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment at sea with the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Philip Wagner Jr./Released)

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PORT-DE-PAIX, Haiti (Feb. 23, 2010) U.S. service members, Haitian citizens, and Chilean U.N. troops unload medical supplies from a U.S. Marine Corps MH-53 Sea Dragon helicopter. Several U.S. and international military and non-governmental agencies are conducting humanitarian and disaster relief operations as part of Operation Unified Response after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake caused severe damage in and around Port-au-Prince, Haiti Jan. 12. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Victoria Brayton/Released)

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ROTA, Spain (Feb. 22, 2010) The Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe rock band, The Flagship, perform for the crew of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) as the ship arrives at Naval Station Rota for a port visit. Gunston Hall is deployed as the main platform for Africa Partnership Station West. Africa Partnership Station is an international initiative developed by Naval Forces Europe and Naval Forces Africa to improve maritime safety and security in West and Central Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Stratton/Released)

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KINGS BAY, Ga. (Feb. 5, 2010) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Toledo (SSN 769) prepares to get underway from the Magnetic Silencing Facility after completing a four-day electromagnetic trial period at the Trident Refit Facility at Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga. (U.S. Navy photo by Stacey Byington/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 24, 2010) Deck department Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) attach a pelican hook to an anchor chain in the forecastle. George Washington is in a selective restricted availability in its homeport of Fleet Activities Yokosuka. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Rachel N. Hatch/Released)

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Pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron send emergency equipment dwon from an HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter during the unit's Rescue Fest Feb. 20, 2010, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Many servicemembers and their families watched demonstrations of the squadron's mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jason Lake)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 17, 2010) Aviation Structural Mechanic (Equipment) 3rd Class Rick Shammel, from Hartford, Conn., signals the shooter as an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Flying Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122 launches from the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is underway off the coast of Southern California for fleet replacement squadron carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Walter M. Wayman/Released

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 20, 2010) Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Ryan Freeman prepares to fast-rope during an air power demonstration aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is supporting Southern Seas 2010, a U.S. Southern Command-directed operation that provides U.S. and international forces the opportunity to operate in a multi-national environment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Barton/ Released)

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BREMERTON, WA. (MARCH 21, 2010) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) man the rails before arriving at Naval Base Kitsap. Nimitz and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11 are in transit back to homeport in San Diego after an eight-month deployment to the Arabian Sea supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Philip Wagner Jr./Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 20, 2010) The amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) transits the coast of Southern California while conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for an upcoming deployment. COMPTUEX is a joint combined exercise conducted off the coast of Southern California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Russell/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 13, 2010) Lance Cpl. Stephen Gordon, left, from Fulton, N.Y., and Marine Sgt. Jarrell Williams, from Chesapeake, Va., hook supplies to a contracted SA-330J Puma helicopter assigned to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4) during a replenishment at sea. Nassau, the command platform for the Nassau Amphibious Ready Group, is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jonathan Pankau/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 19, 2010) Flight deck personnel test a catapult before flight operations aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Stephen G. Hale II/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA (March 20, 2010) Aviation Machinist's Mate 1st Class Andrew Van Norman, from Yucaipa, Calif., conducts maintenance on a tail rotor head aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan is conducting operations off the coast of Haiti supporting Operation Unified Response after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake caused severe damage in and around Port-au-Prince Jan. 12. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Erin Boyce/Released)

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SUBIC BAY, Philippines (March 19, 2010) The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) departs Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority after participating in Balikatan Exercise 2010, an annual bilateral exercise designed to improve interoperability between U.S. and the Armed Forces of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Geronimo Aquino/Released)

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CARTAGENA, Colombia (March 19, 2010) Sailors man the rails as the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) approaches Cartagena, Colombia to begin a theater security cooperation port visit as part of operations in the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Ed Early/Released)

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This photos brings back memories.. That building to the left was the Port Services building for Naval Station Subic. They controlled the traffic in the bay and kept logs of all the ships arrivals and depatures...Back in the day.

SUBIC BAY, Philippines (March 19, 2010) Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) oversee surrounding water for safety as the ship gets underway from Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority after participating in Balikatan Exercise 2010, an annual bilateral exercise designed to improve interoperability between U.S. the Armed Forces of the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Geronimo Aquino/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 19, 2010) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Nathan Wuiff, from Sugarland, Texas, directs an aircraft aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is underway off the coast of Southern California conducting fleet replacement squadron carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Walter M. Wayman/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 19, 2010) Aviation Boatswain's Mates (Equipment) crouch down as an F/A-18C Hornet from the Raiders of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 125 launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Walter M. Wayman/Released)

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COLON, Panama (March 18, 2010) Cmdr. Randy Garner, commanding officer of the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1), looks on as Lt. Cmdr. Jaime Hill and Lt. Todd Sehl maneuver the ship out of the port of Colon. Freedom is conducting counter-illicit trafficking operations and theater security cooperation in the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Ed Early/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (March 20, 2010) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) is escorted by a U.S. Naval Support Activity harbor security boat as she departs Souda harbor following a routine port visit to the island of Crete. (U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 5, 2010) An MV-22B Osprey assigned to the Golden Eagles of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 takes off from the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). Mesa Verde is part of the Nassau Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Steve Smith/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA (March 21, 2010) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 prepares to land aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during an underway replenishment. Bataan is conducting operations off the coast of Haiti supporting Operation Unified Response after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake caused severe damage in and around Port-au-Prince Jan. 12. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julio Rivera/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 20, 2010) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Jeremy Fairman taxis an AV-8B Harrier aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise off the coast of Southern California in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Omar A. Dominquez/Released)

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Today's US Navy Hi-res Photos!

The title says it all! All members feel free to post your own photos or make comments! Enjoy!

CORONADO, Calif. (Nov. 30, 2010) Sailors board the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) before the ship departs Naval Air Station North Island for a three-week composite training unit exercise and a deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photos /Released)

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CORONADO, Calif. (Nov. 30, 2010) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Issac Doyle says goodbye to his daughter as he prepares to board the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) before the ship departs Naval Air Station North Island for a three-week composite training unit exercise and a deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Byron C. Linder/Released)

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MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (Nov. 10, 2010) Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jonathan Upton, left, a U.S. Navy military working dog handler from Jacksonville, Ala., adjusts the posture of a Uruguayan coast guard dog handler during a three-week training course coordinated by the Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training Command (MCAST). MCAST delivers teams of highly skilled Sailors to share expertise with partner nations to strengthen international relationships. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor/Released)

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Note the autos on the Nimitz flight deck.

SAN DIEGO (Nov. 30, 2010) Sailors man the rails as the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) depart s for a three-week composite training unit exercise followed by a scheduled deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis K. Mendoza/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Nov. 30, 2010) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) departs San Diego Harbor. Carl Vinson is taking part in a three-week composite training unit exercise followed by a scheduled deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Michael Feddersen/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Nov. 30, 2010) The guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) departs Naval Station San Diego for a scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Menzie/Released)

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WATERS WEST OF KOREAN PENINSULA (Nov. 30, 2010) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is conducting a training exercise in the waters west of the Korean peninsula with the Republic of Korea Navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David A. Cox/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2010) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Christopher Cummins, assigned to the Sunliners of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, examines a hydraulic sample for an F/A-18 Super Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary David Bell/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2010) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Quinones Ortiz, assigned to the Fighting Redcocks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22, cleans corrosion from the ball bearings of an F/A-18 Super Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary David Bell/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 27, 2010) Logistics Specialist 3rd Class T'ionna Bradley removes chocks from a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS O'Kane (DDG 77). O'Kane is deployed as part of Commander, Task Force Iraqi Maritime, 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 1st Class Elisandro Diaz/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 28, 2010) Interior Communications Electrician 1st Class Jonathon Grinols, assigned search and rescue swimmer to the visit, board, search and seizure team aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS O'Kane (DDG 77), dons a life preserver before a security patrol. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Elisandro Diaz/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 4, 2010) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 launches from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is participating in Keen Sword 2010, a scheduled joint exercise with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force through Dec. 10. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David A. Cox/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2010) Hull Maintenance Technician Fireman John Stull makes his way through a smoke-filled compartment during a general quarters drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman William P. Gatlin/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 12, 2010) Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock USS Ponce (LPD 15) conduct a medical training exercise. Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready 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 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 7, 2010) Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Shawn Stevens removes a burner barrel from the No.1 boiler aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce (LPD 15) during a routine maintenance cycle known as a bottom blow. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Dec. 2, 2010) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) guide supplies from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) during a replenishment at sea. Mustin is in the South China Sea conducting routine training and operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devon Dow/Released)

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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Dec. 2, 2010) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Jacksonville (SSN 699) returns to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after completing a scheduled deployment to the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 2, 2010) A flight deck crewman aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) directs an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Vigilantes of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151 for launch from the ship's flight deck. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts to establish conditions for regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr William Marks/Released)

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BATUMI, Georgia (Nov. 29, 2010) Georgian children perform a dance for the crew of the guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66) as part of a celebration during the ship's visit to Batumi. Gonzalez is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Antonio Butcher/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 3, 2010) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) render aid to a civilian vessel that ran out of fuel. George H.W. Bush answered the distress call while conducting training operations in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kevin J. Steinberg/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 3, 2010) Engineman 2nd Class Robert Witting, assigned to the engineering department of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), passes fuel to a sailor aboard a distressed civilian vessel. George H.W. Bush answered the distress call while conducting training operations in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas Hall/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2010) Members of the North Carolina-based band Airiel Down film a music video on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is conducting training in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Leonard Adams/Released)

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(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Thomas G. Siniff/Released)

SAN DIEGO (Dec. 1, 2010) The privately owned vehicles (POV) of Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) are parked aboard Nimitz in preparation for the ship's homeport change from Naval Base Coronado to Naval Base Kitsap in Bremerton, Wash. Nimitz is loading more than 400 POVs for the transit to Washington as part of an Opportune Lift (OPLIFT) program to assist Sailors and their families with the move. Nimitz is scheduled to conduct a docking planned incremental availability (DPIA) upon arrival in Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Casey J. Amdahl/Released)

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MARINETTE, Wis. (Dec. 4, 2010) The littoral combat ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Fort Worth (LCS 3) is launched into the Menominee River during a christening ceremony for the navy's third littoral combat ship. Fort Worth will continue to undergo outfitting and testing at Marinette Marine before delivery to the Navy in 2012. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of Lockheed Martin/Released)

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MARINETTE, Wis. (Dec. 4, 2010) The littoral combat ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Fort Worth (LCS 3) is launched into the Menominee River during a christening ceremony for the navy's third littoral combat ship. Fort Worth will continue to undergo outfitting and testing at Marinette Marine before delivery to the Navy in 2012. (U.S. Navy photos courtesy of Lockheed Martin/Released)

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