Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

YOKOSUKA, Japan (June 21,2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Chiva Jones directs an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Gauntlets of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136 from the number one catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington departed its forward-operating base of Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka June 12, 2011, to begin its summer patrol. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam K. Thomas/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (June 21, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), left, and the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64) transit the Gulf of Aden. George H.W. Bush and Gettysburg are 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 Deven B. King/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 21, 2011) The visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41) returns to the ship after boarding the Spanish navy landing platform dock ship Castilla (L 52) during the bilateral Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) 2011. Whidbey Island is deployed as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group participating in PHIBLEX off the coast of Spain. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rachael L. Leslie/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (June 21, 2011) Senior Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Paul Grisham directs a casualty evacuation aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) during an aircraft fire drill on the flight deck. The ship is preparing for sea trials while concluding a ten-month maintenance period. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (June 12, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) is underway in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (June 22, 2011) Sailors assigned to the Navy Information Operations Command, Norfolk color guard parade the colors during the Navy Cyber Forces change of command ceremony at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story. Rear Adm. Gretchen S. Herbert relieved Rear Adm. Thomas P. Meek as commander of Navy Cyber Forces, the Navy's global type commander responsible for generating current and future cyber readiness in the Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joshua J. Wahl/Released)

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JOINT PACIFIC ALASKAN RANGE COMPLEX, Alaska (June 21, 2011) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 based at Naval Air Station Lemoore, Calif., refuels from a KC-130T Hercules assigned to the Yankees of Marine Aerial Transport Squadron (VMGR) 452, based at Stewart Air National Guard Base, N.Y., while other Super Hornet strike fighters fly in formation waiting to refuel. The refueling is part of Northern Edge Premier Joint Training Exercise 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Joe Painter/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (June 21, 2011) Sailors assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 15 perform maintenance on an F/A-18C Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility on its first overseas deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (June 21, 2011) Sailors hook cargo nets to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 during a vertical replenishment aboard the aircraft carrier George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (June 6, 2011) Civilian mariner Delbert Desparrois gets clear of the landing area aboard the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) after attaching pallets of supplies to a 330J Puma helicopter during a replenishment at sea. Alan Shepard is assigned to Commander, Task Force 53 providing fuel and supplies to U.S. Navy and coalition ships in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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RED SEA (June 22, 2011) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) participate in a steel beach picnic on the ship's flight deck. Enterprise and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 are conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesse L. Gonzalez/Released)

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MINA SALMAN, Bahrain (June 15, 2011) Chief Navy Diver Ryan Oakley, right, assigned to Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56.1, and a Pakistan Navy diver give an OK signal before conducting a scuba dive operation as part of a diving and salvage exchange. The divers conducted scuba operations, anti-terrorism force-protection training dives, underwater search techniques and diving fundamentals during the exchange. CTG 56.1 provides 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 Martin L. Carey/Released)

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NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain (June 12, 2011) U.S. Navy divers, assigned to Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56.1, and Pakistani divers train on diving fundamentals as part of a diving and salvage exchange. The divers conducted scuba operations, anti-terrorism force-protection training dives, and practiced underwater search techniques, and diving fundamentals during the exchange. CTG-56.1 provides 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 Martin L. Carey/Released)

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JOINT PACIFIC ALASKAN RANGE COMPLEX, Alaska (June 21, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 based at Naval Air Station Lemoore, Calif., takes on fuel from a KC-130T Hercules assigned to the Yankees of Marine Aerial Transport Squadron (VMGR) 452, based at Stewart Air National Guard Base, N.Y., while other Super Hornet strike fighters fly in formation waiting to refuel. The refueling is part of Northern Edge Premier Joint Training Exercise 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Joe Painter/Released)

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SAN JUAN DEL SUR, Nicaragua (June 21, 2011) The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) is anchored off the coast of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, its fifth country stop of Continuing Promise 2011. Continuing Promise is a five-month humanitarian assistance mission to the Caribbean, Central and South America. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kasey Close/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 21, 2011) Aviation Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Christopher Peterson, from Acworth, Ga., verifies serial numbers on jet engine parts in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 14 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility, conducting close-air support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Timothy Black/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 21, 2011) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 makes its final approach to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexander Tidd/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 21, 2011) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Diamonds of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexander Tidd/Released)

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SIGONELLA, Sicily (June 20, 2011) Aviation Machinist Mate 2nd Class Omar Viraclass, assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 45, installs a propeller on the number two engine of a P-3C Orion aircraft. VP-45 is deployed to Sigonella, Sicily supporting Operation Unified Protector. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michelle Lucht/Released)

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (June 20, 2011) Students in the U.S. Naval Academy annual Summer Seminar program participate in the damage control workshop. The weeklong program introduces high school seniors to life at the U.S. Naval Academy through a regimen of academics, physical training, sailing and seamanship, and leadership training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Danian Douglas/Released)

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NGHE AN PROVINCE, Vietnam (June 18, 2011) Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Anderson Bomjardim, lower center, assigned to Fleet Combat Camera Group Pacific's underwater photo team, documents Navy Diver 2nd Class Jose Lopez, assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1, as he enters the water during a Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) underwater recovery mission off the northern coast of Vietnam. Three recovery teams are searching at burial and underwater sites for 13 Americans missing from the Vietnam War. The mission of JPAC is to achieve the fullest possible accounting of all Americans missing as a result of the nation's past conflicts. (U.S. Navy photo by Master Sgt. Kerry Fleenor/Released)

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NGHE AN PROVINCE, Vietnam (June 18, 2011) Navy Divers assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1 unload a rigid-hull inflatable boat after a series of underwater SCUBA searches during a Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) underwater recovery mission off the northern coast of Vietnam.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Anderson Bomjardim/Released)

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NGHE AN PROVINCE, Vietnam (June 18, 2011) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Jose Lopez, assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1, descends underwater during a Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) underwater recovery mission off the northern coast of Vietnam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Anderson Bomjardim/Released)

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PORTLAND, Ore. (June 11, 2011) Visitors tour the guided-missile frigates USS Ingraham (FFG 61) and USS McClusky (FFG 41), and the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) during Portland Fleet Week and the city's 104th annual Rose Festival. About 4,900 people toured the ships. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jennifer Gold/Released)

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DAVENPORT, Iowa (June 19, 2011) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, perform the "Fortus Maneuver" at the Quad City Air Show during Quad Cities Navy Week. Quad Cities Navy Week 2011 is one of 21 Navy Weeks being held this year across the country. Navy Weeks are intended to show the investment Americans have made in their Navy as a Global Force for Good and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Johnson/Released)

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YIGO, Guam (June 18, 2011) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Justin Bey, assigned to the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), plays with a kennel of puppies at the Guam Animals In Need (GAIN) animal shelter. Bey is one of many Junior Enlisted Association (JEA) Sailors assigned to Frank Cable to volunteer at GAIN. Frank Cable conducts maintenance and support of submarines and surface vessels deployed in U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Corey Hensley/Released)

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ANCHORAGE, Alaska (June 17, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Corwyn Booker, assigned to the Fighting Omars of Fighter Squadron Composite (VFC) 12, inspects the fin assembly of an AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air missile during final maintenance checks on an F/A-18C Hornet during Northern Edge 2011, the premier joint military training exercise throughout Alaska. Northern Edge provides capabilities-centered joint exercises that ensures servicemembers are ready for deployment worldwide and adept in the detection and tracking of units at sea, in the air and on land. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ron Kuzlik/Released)

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ANCHORAGE, Alaska (June 24, 2011) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Fighting Omars of Fighter Squadron Composite (VFC) 12 takes off from Runway 6 at Elmendorf Air Force Base during Northern Edge 2011, the premier joint military training exercise throughout Alaska. Northern Edge provides capabilities-centered joint exercises that ensures service members are ready for deployment worldwide and adept in the detection and tracking of units at sea, in the air and on land. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ron Kuzlik/Released)

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ANCHORAGE, Alaska (June 24, 2011) An F/A-18C Hornet from the Fighting Omars of Fighter Squadron Composite (VFC) 12, painted to commemorate the Centennial of Naval Aviation, is towed from Hangar 4 to the flight line at Elmendorf Air Force Base during Northern Edge 2011, the premier joint military training exercise throughout Alaska. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ron Kuzlik/Released)

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ANCHORAGE, Alaska (June 23, 2011) Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 2nd Class Linda Le, assigned to the Fighting Omars of Fighter Squadron Composite (VFC) 12, makes entries in the F/A-18 Aviation Maintenance Environment (AME) reporting system during Northern Edge 2011, the premier joint military training exercise throughout Alaska. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ron Kuzlik/Released)

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SASEBO, Japan (June, 23,2011) The the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) departs Fleet Activities Sasebo to participate in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. Essex is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group and is underway in the Pacific Ocean participating in exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew R. Cole/Released)

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SEA OF JAPAN (June 23, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class (Handling) Manuel Arias watches as an AV-8B Harrier from Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 214 lands aboard the forward deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Essex is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group and is underway for Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Terry Matlock/Released)

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CHICAGO (June 26, 2011) The NBC Channel 5 Chicago weekend news team poses with members of the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes after a live Sunday morning performance at NBC 5 Plaza during Chicago Navy Week 2011. Navy Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they have made in their Navy as a Global Force for Good and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Pat Migliaccio/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (June 20, 2011) The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3), assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 53, transits the Gulf of Aden in preparation for a underway replenishment at sea with the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), not pictured. Boxer is underway 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 Trevor Welsh/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 24, 2011) A Sailor aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) guides an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) onto the ship's flight deck. Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group participating in the bilateral Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise 2011 off the coast of Spain. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julio Rivera/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 25, 2011) A Spanish AV-8B Harrier assigned to the 9th Spanish Harrier Squadron (9 FS) prepares to land aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, participating in the bilateral Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise 2011 off the coast of Spain. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julio Rivera/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 25, 2011) A Sailor conducts final pre-flight checks on an AV-8B Harrier assigned to the 9th Spanish Harrier Squadron (9 FS) prior to launching aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group participating in the bilateral Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise 2011 off the coast of Spain. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julio Rivera/Released)

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EVERETT, Wash. (June 24, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) Airman Apprentice Connor Breslow, from West Covina, Calif., stands ready to support simulated flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln completed a port maintenance period and is preparing for its next underway phase. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Luciano Marano/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (June 24, 2011) Friends and family say good-bye to sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Port Royal (CG 73) as the ship prepares to depart for the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sean Furey/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 25, 2011) Quartermaster 3rd Class Philip Williams, assigned to the navigation department of the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62), watches the ocean for simulated enemy combatants during a general quarters drill. Fitzgerald is one of six Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and is underway on a summer patrol in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mikey Mulcare/Released)

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VALPARAISO, Chile, (June 24, 2011) Navy Diver 2nd Class Ryan Arnold, assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2, Company 2-3, swims to the surface after conducting diving operations. MDSU-2 is participating in Navy Diver-Southern Partnership Station, a multinational partnership engagement intended to increase interoperability and partner nation capacity through diving operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jayme Pastoric/Released)

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SUEZ CANAL (June 24, 2011) A Sailor aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) stands watch as Enterprise transits the Suez Canal. Enterprise and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 are conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex R. Forster/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (June 24, 2011) Family and friends of Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Port Royal (CG 73) watch the ship depart Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a scheduled deployment in the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Barker/Released)

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IMPERIAL BEACH, Calif. (June 24, 2011) Explosive ordnance disposal technicians assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 11 demonstrate a fast roping evolution for attendees of the annual Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group (EODGRU) 1 all-family day at Naval Outlying Landing Field, Imperial Beach, Calif. The picnic showcased the activities, facilities and equipment of EODGRU-1 to family and friends. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman David Hooper/Released)

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MINA SALMAN, Bahrain (June 21, 2011) The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Bremerton (SSN 698) is guided by a tug boat as it prepares to come alongside the Military Sealift Command submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39). The submarine received tender support services from Emory S. Land during the port visit in Bahrain. Bremerton is on a routine deployment operating in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Chris Williamson/Released)

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VAPLARAISO, Chile (June 24,2011) Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) 1st Class Vincent McKoy mans the rails aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Boone (FFG 28) while arriving in Valparaiso, Chile, for a scheduled port visit. Boone will join USS Thach (FFG 43) to participate in the Chilean-hosted Pacific phase of UNITAS 52. Boone is deployed to South America supporting Southern Seas 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Steve Smith/Released)

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BETHESDA, Md. (June 24, 2011) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Rick D. West stands in the middle of a performance by the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard at the 113th Hospital Corpsman Birthday Ball. West was a guest speaker at the ball, which highlighed the accomplishments of the Corpsman rate and the Sailors who continue to answer the call "Corpsman Up!" (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Abraham Essenmacher/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 20, 2011) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tia Tyler, right, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52), teaches Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Shawn Sanders how to properly draw blood during stretcher bearer training. Barry is on a deployment conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation missions in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 23, 2011) Sailors slack in a phone-and-distance line aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during a replenishment at sea. Ronald Reagan and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 14 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting close-air support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin B. Gray/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 23, 2011) Sailors refuel an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Wild Cards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 aboard the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shawn J. Stewart/Released)

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SIERRA DEL RETIN, Spain (June 23, 2011) Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) and Spanish marines embark an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) to conduct parachute operations during the bilateral Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Erin Lea Boyce/Released)

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PUERTO PRINCESA, Republic of the Philippines (June 28, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG-93) arrives in Puerto Princesa to participate in Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines 2011. CARAT is a series of bilateral exercises held annually in Southeast Asia to strengthen relationships and enhance force readiness. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Robert Clowney/Released)

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NORFOLK (June 27, 2011) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) render honors to the amphibious assault ship USS Keararge (LHD 3) as part of the at-sea phase of FRUKUS 2011. The international exercise is designed to enhance communication and interoperability between the navies of France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David Cothran/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (June 27, 2011) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) board the forward deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) to participate in exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Terry Matlock/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 26, 2011) The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202) leads the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Mineyuki (DD 124) and the training vessel JS Asagiri (TV 3516) during a joint forces passing exercise. The exercise included six ships from the U.S. and Japan and required the ships to line up in diamond formation and perform various evasive maneuvers, flight operations and mock underway replenishments. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dominique Pinero/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Gunner's Mate 1st Class William Whitlock, right, and Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Jason Boomer man a .50-caliber machine gun during a security watch aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103). Truxtun is on a routine deployment 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 Kevin J. Steinberg/Released)

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SIERRA DEL RETIN, Spain (June 28, 2011) A landing craft air cushion (LCAC) assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4, embarked aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), prepares to land on a beach in Spain during an amphibious assault as part of the bilateral Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class James Turner/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 28, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Zachary Bonoite, from Edmore, Mich., re-qualifies with a .50-caliber machine gun on the fantail of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) with his instructor, Gunner's Mate 1st Class Dustin Cooke, from Poughkeepsie, New York. George Washington departed its forward-operating base of Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka on June 12, 2011 for patrol in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Juan Pinalez Jr./Released)

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LAKEHURST, N.J. (June 25, 2011) Test pilot Lt. Cmdr. Eric "Magic" Buus lands the F-35C test aircraft CF-2 at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. CF-2 and the F-35 integrated test team from Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md. are at the Naval Air Systems Command facility in Lakehurst for the first jet blast deflector testing in preparation for carrier shipboard testing in 2013. The F-35C is the carrier variant of the three-service Joint Strike Fighter and has larger wing surfaces and reinforced landing gear to perform in the demanding carrier environment. The F-35C and F-35B are undergoing test and evaluation at Naval Air Station Patuxent River before eventual delivery to the fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Andy Wolfe courtesy of Lockheed Martin/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 28, 2011) Capt. Roy J. Kelly, commander of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, lands aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) on the first day of flight operations. Dwight D. Eisenhower is conducting carrier qualifications and flight deck certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher A. Baker/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 25, 2011) CVW-14 aircraft conduct flight operations on board the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 14 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting close-air support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexander Tidd/Released)

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IMPERIAL BEACH, Calif. (June 24, 2011) Explosive ordnance disposal technicians rappel from an SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter during Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group (EODGRU) 1 family day. The event, held as part of a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new facility for Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 11, included tours, static displays, a 5 kilometer run, helicopter rappelling demonstrations and an unveiling of a memorial recognizing fallen explosive ordnance disposal technicians. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael O'Day/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 21, 2011) Sailors participate in flight deck drills aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). Mesa Verde is deployed as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group participating in the Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise 2011 off the coast of Spain. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Josue L. Escobosa/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 28, 2011) Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Bonnafaye Cabajar installs a rescue hoist on an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7) during Pacific Partnership. Pacific Partnership is a five-month humanitarian assistance initiative that is making port visits to Tonga, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, Timor Leste, and the Federated States of Micronesia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Russell/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 27, 2011) An amphibious assault vehicle with Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) returns to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41). Whidbey Island is deployed as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, participating in the Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) off the coast of Spain. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Desiree D. Green/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 24, 2011) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Lazarus Bullock, enlisted landing signalman aboard the guided-missile frigate USS McClusky (FFG 41), guides an SH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter on the flight deck during deck landing qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)

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WHITE BEACH, Okinawa (June 27, 2011) A landing craft air cushion departs the well deck of the forward-deployed dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is preparing to participate in Talisman Saber 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Johnie Hickmon/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 27, 2011) F/A-18F Super Hornets assigned to the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 fly over the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesse L. Gonzalez/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 26, 2011) Fire Controlman 1st Class McKinley Fitzpatrick conducts routine maintenance on the close-in weapon system aboard the guided-missile frigate USS McClusky (FFG 41). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Dominique Pineiro/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 26, 2011) Sailors aboard the guided-missile frigate USS McClusky (FFG 41) lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat during a four-day underway period. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)

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