Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

WASHINGTON (June 23, 2011) An artist concept of a mobile landing platform (MLP) ship under construction at the General Dynamics National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO) shipyard in San Diego, Calif. MLP-1 will be the first-of-class ship, delivering a flexible platform to support Maritime Prepositioning Ship squadrons. (U.S. Navy photo illustration courtesy of NASSCO/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (June 30, 2011) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) navigates San Diego Bay on its way to the Pacific Ocean for sea trials. Makin Island recently completed a maintenance availability and is preparing for an upcoming deployment later this year. (U.S. Navy photos by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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SIERRA DEL RETIN, Spain (June 23, 2011) Frank Rodriguez, left, a Spanish marine assigned to Spain's Third Mechanized Landing Battalion, points out an improvised explosive device indicator to U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Jhosue M. Escate, a squad automatic weapon gunner assigned to Light Armored Reconnaissance Platoon, Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, during counter improvised explosive device training. The training is part of the Spanish Amphibious Bilateral Exercise, a 10-day exercise intended to increase interoperability between U.S. and Spanish marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dwight Henderson/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (July 1, 2011) Sailors assigned to the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Columbia (SSN 771) load stores shortly after mooring at Fleet Activities Yokosuka. Columbia is visiting Yokosuka during a deployment to the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David Mercil/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 29, 2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28 lowers a Sailor to the deck of the guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) during a vertical replenishment. Nitze is conducting sea trials along the East Coast before making a port visit in Maine for Fourth of July. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Joe Keiley/Released)

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PUERTO QUETZAL, Guatemala (June 30, 2011) Sailors aboard the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) prepare to attach a pallet of supplies to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 for transport to a medical site during Continuing Promise 2011. Continuing Promise is a five-month humanitarian assistance mission to the Caribbean, Central and South America. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Brian A. Goyak/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 4, 2011) Quartermaster Seaman Ingrid Devinkayne, from Transylvania, sets Fourth of July colors in honor of fallen Seal team members on the weather deck 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 3rd Class Shawn J. Stewart/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (June 30, 2011) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Courtney Fuller, from Anchorage, Alaska, scans a smoke-filled room for hot spots and the source of a simulated fire with a naval firefighters thermal imager (NFTI) during a flying squad drill aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) . George Washington is on patrol in the U.S. 7th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Justin E. Yarborough/Released)

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EASTPORT, Maine (July 4, 2011) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) march from the ships berth through downtown Eastport during the Independence Day Parade. Nitze is in Eastport for the city's annual Fourth of July Celebration. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Joe Keiley/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 3, 2011) Aviation boatswain's mates (Handling) conduct a yellow-shirt briefing in flight deck control aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) to discuss daily flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony W. Johnson/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 6, 2011) Sailors assigned to the guided-missle cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) approach a life boat to rescue crew members from the Liberian-flagged motor vessel MT Brilliante Virtuoso. The crew of Brilliante Virturoso abandoned ship due to a fire aboard the vessel. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Intelligence Specialist Raynald Lenieux/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 6, 2011) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) rescue a crew member from the Liberian-flagged motor vessel MT Brilliante Virtuoso. The crew of Brilliante Virturoso abandoned ship due to a fire aboard the vessel. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Intelligence Specialist Raynald Lenieux/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 4, 2011) An EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Rooks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ 137) launches from the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater 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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INAWANGAN, Philippines (July 3, 2011) The Philippine Marine Battalion Landing Team and Sailors assigned to Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 1 participate in riverine operation exercises during 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 photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Robert Clowney/Released)

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PUERTO PRINCESA, Philippines (July 2, 2011) Philippine media record the training while Philippine navy divers assigned to the Special Operations Group and Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1 participate in a salvage exercise aboard the Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Safeguard (T-ARS 50) during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Robert Clowney/Released)

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VLADIVOSTOK, Russia (July 2, 2011) Sailors man the rails aboard the guided missile frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) as the ship arrives in Vladivostok, Russia, for a port visit. Ford Sailors will engage with the Russian navy, experience the local culture and conduct community service projects during the visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Devon Dow/Released)

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PUERTO PRINCESA, Philippines (July 1, 2011) Philippine navy sailors practice search and detain operations while participating in a tactical boarding training exercise with U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Safety and Security Team members during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Robert Clowney/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 4, 2011) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 prepares to launch from 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 Michael Feddersen/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 4, 2011) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 prepares to launch from the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Feddersen/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 3, 2011) Sailors prepare aircraft for launch aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony W. Johnson/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 2, 2011) Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Analia Ovalle, from Fort Lee, N.J., troubleshoots a general purpose interface console aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Jackson/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 2, 2011) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Wilda Saint-Louis, from Miami, cleans the fuselage of an aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Feddersen/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 2, 2011) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Lisa Smith, from Hartford, Ct., studies for a psychology test aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shawn J. Stewart/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 2, 2011) Sailors assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 load a 20mm ammunition belt into an F/A-18E Hornet during flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Jackson/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (July 2, 2011) Sailors pull on barricade lines during a night time barricade drill aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Marcus D. Mince/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 2, 2011) A C-2A Greyhound assigned to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Combat Support Squadron (VFC) 30 launches as another prepares to launch during flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Jackson/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 30, 2011) Sailors perform routine maintenance on an aircraft before flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Feddersen/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 2, 2011) Aircraft assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 14 prepare to catapult from the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony W. Johnson/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 30, 2011) Lt. Jerrod Washburn, a flight deck shooter, signals the launch of a C-2A Greyhound assigned to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Combat Support Squadron (VRC) 30 from the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Feddersen/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 30, 2011) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) prepare for the next pallet of supplies to arrive from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10), not pictured, during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexander Tidd/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 30, 2011) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) send an empty transport hoist to the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10), not pictured, during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexander Tidd/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 30, 2011) Fuel lines are transferred from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), not pictured, during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Jackson/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 30, 2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Wild Cards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 transfers cargo from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), not pictured, 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 Matthew Jackson/Released)

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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (July 6, 2011) Families and friends along Aloha Aina Park at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam welcome home the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70). Lake Erie participated in the multi-national exercise Trident Fury and the joint exercise Northern Edge in the Gulf of Alaska. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark Logico/Released)

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BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (July 1, 2011) Lt. Ben Walborn, lead solo pilot for the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, performs a Sneak Pass during a demonstration at the Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival. The Blue Angels performed in Battle Creek as part of the 2011 show season and in celebration of the Centennial of Naval Aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jen Blake/Released)

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NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (June 26, 2011) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, perform a Diamond 360 at the Rhode Island National Guard Open House Air Show. The Blue Angels performed in Rhode Island during the 2011 show season and in celebration of the Centennial of Naval Aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jen Blake/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (July 4, 2011) Sailors participate in an Independence Day celebration cookout aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS G*e*t*t*ysburg (CG 64). G*e*t*t*ysburg is on a scheduled 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 Betsy Lynn Knapper/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (July 4, 2011) Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Purnell Richardson, middle, shakes hands with Capt. Patrick Shea, commanding officer of guided-missile cruiser USS G*e*t*t*ysburg (CG 64), as Senior Chief Culinary Specialist Gregory McMillan places a cover with a third class insignia on his head during a surprise promotion through the Command Advancement Program. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Betsy Lynn Knapper/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 5, 2011) Midshipmen take a few minutes during their lunch break to read in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is conducting carrier and flight deck certifications in preparation for a deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan Parde/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 20, 2011) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) fires a vertically launched anti-submarine rocket during a combat systems exercise. Lassen is assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and is forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Gas Turbine Systems Technician 3rd Class Charlotte Oliver\Released)

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NOUMEA, New Caledonia (July 3, 2011) Operations Specialist Seaman Apprentice Andrea Montanez looks through the big eyes aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) as the ship pulls into Noumea, New Caledonia. Blue Ridge is in Noumea to promote peace and stability in the Oceania region, demonstrate commitment to regional partnerships and foster growing relationships. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron M. Pineda/Released)

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SUNDA STRAIGHT (July 6, 2011) Gunner's Mate Seaman Keith Ford, from Vidor, Texas, mans a .50 caliber machine gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54). Curtis Wilbur is on summer patrol in the western Pacific Ocean to maintain security and stability in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Ryan Smith/Released)

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BALTIC SEA (July 7, 2011) Sailors aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Carr (FFG 52) shoot the M-4 rifle during a live-fire small arms qualification. Carr is homeported in Norfolk, and is on a scheduled three-month 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 1st Class Gary Keen/Released)

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VALPARAISO, Chile (July 7, 2011) Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class James Holmes performs evening colors aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Thach (FFG 43) in Valparaiso, Chile. Thach is deployed supporting Southern Seas 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stuart Phillips/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 3, 2011) Personnel Specialist 1st Class Darryl Thomas, from New Orleans, mans the rails aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41), as the ship anchors off the coast of Cannes, France, for a scheduled port visit. Whidbey Island is deployed as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group 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 Desiree D. Green/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 7, 2011) Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5 participate in a fast rope exercise aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington began its latest patrol on June 12, departing its forward-operating base at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer A. Villalovos/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 7, 2011) Sailors direct an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington began its latest patrol on June 12, departing its forward-operating base at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer A. Villalovos/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 7, 2011) Sailors give the signal to launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington began its latest patrol on June 12, departing its forward-operating base at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer A. Villalovos/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 10, 2011) Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Timothy Lumpkin plays the trumpet during a burial at sea ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 are completing a deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Gregory A. Pickett II/Released)

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MANAMA, Bahrain (June 30, 2011) A Navy explosive ordnance disposal technician assigned to Task Group (TG) 56.1 jumps from a helicopter during a tactical personnel insertion during helicopter rope suspension training. TG 56.1 supports 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 Peter D. Lawlor/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 8, 2011) A landing signal enlisted aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) launches an AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced). Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, 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 James Turner/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 6, 2011) An MK-38 25 mm machine gun fires during a weapons live-fire exercise aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68). Anzio is assigned to Combined Task Force 151, a multi-national, mission-based task force established by the Combined Maritime Forces in January 2009 to conduct counter-piracy operations in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Somali Basin and Arabian Sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian M. Brooks/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (July 13, 2011) The Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Ohio (SSGN 726) is moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka. Ohio is visiting Yokosuka during a deployment to the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David Mercil/Released)

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (July 8, 2011) Construction Electrician Constructionman Whitney Shields, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 23, carries Builder Constructionman Antonio Mudge on her shoulders during a confidence course training as part of the sixth annual Seabee Rodeo at Naval Air Station Jacksonville. (U.S. Navy photo by Matt Simons/Released)

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CAMP ROBERTS, Calif. (June 18, 2011) Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 17 fire the MK-19 automatic grenade launcher during the weapons phase of Unit Level Training and Readiness Assessment called Operation Sea Hornet. Operation Sea Hornet provides training ranging from classroom to small unit leadership that will assist in preparing for mobilization to various deployment areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kenneth Robinson/Released)

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CAMP ROBERTS, Calif. (June 18, 2011) A Seabee assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 17 reloads the M240B machine gun during the live fire weapons portion of Unit Level Training and Readiness Assessment called Operation Sea Hornet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kenneth Robinson/Released)

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PORT HUENEME, Calif. (June 15, 2011) Equipment Operator 3rd Class Christopher Baca, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 17, uses a heavy timber drill to help construct a 30-foot observation tower at the Construction Battalion Center training facility during Unit Level Training and Readiness Assessment called Operation Sea Hornet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kenneth Robinson/Released)

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PORT HUENEME, Calif. (June 13, 2011) Chief Builder Charles White, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 17, demonstrates proper technique to get on target at the Naval Base Ventura County Pistol Qualification Course during Unit Level Training and Readiness Assessment called Operation Sea Hornet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kenneth Robinson/Released)

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (July 12, 2011) A Plebe in the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2015 makes her way through the school's obstacle course. The new 4th class midshipmen are participating in Plebe Summer, six-weeks of training intended to transition the students from civilian to military life. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chad Runge/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 12, 2011) An F/A-18F Hornet from the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 prepares to launch off the number four catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington has four steam-powered catapults capable of launching aircraft from zero to nearly 200 miles an hour in less than 200 feet. George Washington is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2rd Class Adam K. Thomas/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 12, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) fires its 5-inch/54-caliber (Mk 45) lightweight gun at a simulated target during a live fire exercise. Fitzgerald is one of six Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and is participating in Exercise Talisman Sabre. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mikey Mulcare/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 12, 2011) Troubleshooters give the all-clear signal as an F/A-18 Super Hornet launches from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). Troubleshooters give the aircraft a final inspection seconds before the aircraft is launched. George Washington is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2rd Class Adam K. Thomas/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 11, 2011) A landing signal enlisted signals to the pilots of an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter taking off from the guided-missile frigate USS Thach (FFG 43). The SH-60B Sea Hawk is assigned to Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 44 and is embarked aboard USS Boone (FFG 28). Thach and Boone are deployed to South America supporting Southern Seas 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Steve Smith/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 11, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 prepares to launch from the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) as part of training for a tiger cruise air power demonstration. Enterprise and Carrier Air (CVW) 1 are completing a six-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared M. King/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 7, 2011) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 approaches the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45). Comstock 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 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 11, 2011) The Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) is fired during a live-fire gunnery exercise aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Boone (FFG 28). Boone is deployed supporting Southern Seas 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stuart Phillips/Released)

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BAGUIO CITY, Philippines (July 11, 2011) Musician 3rd Class Joshua Haney, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet Band, Orient Express, raps during a performance at St. Louis University. The band is visiting Baguio City as part of the U.S. Embassy's initiative "America In 3D", a program intended to share U.S. culture, values and services in the Philippines. (U.S. Navy photo by Musician 3rd Class Zachary Buckwash/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 6, 2011) Airmen remove chocks and tie-down chains from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squdron (HMM) 163 during flight operations aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20). Green Bay and the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) are 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 Stephen M. Votaw/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (July 8, 2011) The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) passes under the San Diego-Coronado Bridge while heading out to sea for the first time in nearly 11 months. Bonhomme Richard completed a $100-million maintenance and dry-dock period, including modifications to support the Joint Strike Fighter and the MV-22 Osprey aircrafts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 8, 2011) An Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling), left, and a landing signal enlisted aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) hold up a tote board to communicate with the pilot of an AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) as he prepares to launch. Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, 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 James Turner/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 10, 2011) F/A-18 Hornets are transferred from the hangar bay to the flight deck during an elevator operations evolution on the flight 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 Shawn J. Stewart/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 10, 2011) Seaman Cory Fredenburg, from Sparks, Nev., cleans the canopy of an F/A-18 Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shawn J. Stewart/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 9, 2011) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Bryan May, right, and Fire Controlman 3rd Class Arturas Dovydenas unload rolling airframe missiles from their launching system aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) as the ship prepares to return to Norfolk from a deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Gregory A. Pickett II/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (June 6, 2011) Sailors observe as aircraft launch from the "bubble" 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 3rd Class Shawnte Bryan/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (July 8, 2011) Ensign Lindayle Fredrick punches a bag after being sprayed with oleoresin capsicum spray during security training aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64). Gettysburg is on a scheduled 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 Betsy Lynn Knapper/Released)

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