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The Big "E" returns home after her 30th deployment! Count 'em..

NORFOLK (July 15, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) returns to Naval Station Norfolk after a six-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rafael Martie/Released)

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NORFOLK (July 15, 2011) Family and friends await the arrival of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) to Naval Station Norfolk after a six-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Goodwin & Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Goodwin/Released)

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WASHINGTON (July 14, 2011) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Jacob Emmott is awarded the Silver Star medal by Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert during the third annual Safe Harbor Awards ceremony. Safe Harbor is the Navy's lead organization for coordinating non-medical care of seriously wounded, ill, and injured Sailors and Coast Guardsmen and their families. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matt ****inson/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 14, 2011) The aircraft carriers USS Enterprise (CVN 65) and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) pass as Enterprise returns to homeport after completing a six-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6t Fleet areas of responsibility. Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shonna L. Cunningham/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 13, 2011) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) signal a C-2A Greyhound transport aircraft assigned to the Rawhides of Fleet Logistics Combat Support Squadron (VRC) 40 to remain in place during maintenance. Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway conducting carrier qualifications in preparation for its next deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan Parde/Released)

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NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (July 7, 2011) Navy Diver 2nd Class Nick Barna, left, a basic diver assigned to Navy Dive Locker Guantanamo, receives a pre-dive equipment inspection before getting into the water at the Naval Station pier. The divers are performing a scheduled underwater inspection and cleaning of base tugboats in support of Joint Task Force and Naval Station Guantanamo Bay operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph Ebalo/Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (July 13, 2011) Lt. Lief Walroth hugs his wife during a homecoming celebration for the Dragonslayers of Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS) 11 during a port visit by the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 are returning to homeport at Naval Station Norfolk after completing a six-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary Granger Jr./Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (July 13, 2011) Aviation Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Laramie Taylor holds his son during a homecoming celebration for the Dragonslayers of Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS) 11 during a port visit by the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary Granger Jr./Released)

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (July 13, 2011) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class David Seithel, assigned to the Dragonslayers of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 11, greets his wife after returning from a six-month deployment aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sunday Williams/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 9, 2011) A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 delivers supplies to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) during a vertical replenishment. 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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U.S. sailors eat seafood & drink beer at a local restaurant on My Khe beach, known as

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beach, in

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's central anang city July 15, 2011. Three U.S. navy ships arrived in Vietnam on Friday for scheduled port calls with the Vietnamese military, the U.S. embassy said, as tension mounts in the

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between China and several Southeast Asian nations. Sailors are due to spend a week working on navigation and maintenance activities, medical projects and community events, the U.S. embassy said in a statement.

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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) Gunner's Mate Seaman Megan Halliburton fires a shot line from the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Alioune Wadji blows a boatswain's pipe over the ship's 1MC announcing system from the bridge of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during a replenishment at sea. 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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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) The amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) receives pallets of supplies from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) Ensign Thereasa Marie Black makes an announcement over the ship's 1MC from the bridge of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3), not pictured. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) Helmsman Seaman Zachary Erick, right, steers the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) under the direction of helm safety officer Lt. j.g. Luke Richmond on the bridge during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3), left, transfers fuel and stores to the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) as the guided-missile destroyer USS Truxton (DDG 103), background, prepares to come alongside Alan Shepard during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) Damage Controlman Fireman Alex Burgos stands by to fight a simulated fire on the flight deck of the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) during a crash and salvage drill. Anzio is assigned to Combined Task Force 151, a multinational, 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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GULF OF ADEN (July 9, 2011) The guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) transits the Gulf of Aden.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian M. Brooks/Released)

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ATSUGI, Japan (July 15, 2011) Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 3rd Class Christina Cataldo, left, pulls the slack on a parachute while Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 2nd Class Sarah Miranda checks for tears at the paraloft at Naval Air Facility Atsugi. The paraloft is part of the Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department and is where the aviation life equipment on base in maintained. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Smelley/Released)

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NAPLES, Italy (July 13, 2011) Seaman Josephine Morrison catalogs computer equipment at the Defense Logistics Agency disposition services turn-in site at Naval Support Activity, Naples. The disposition services office prepares excess property for reuse, transfer, donation or disposal. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edward Vasquez/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (July 14, 2011) A P-3C Orion aircraft assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 40 takes off from Kadena Air Force Base, Okinawa, Japan. VP-40 is forward-deployed to Okinawa from its home base in Whidbey Island, Wash. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian A. Stone/Released)

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ACAJUTLA, El Salvador (July 14, 2011) A Sailor stands watch aboard the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) 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 2nd Class Eric C. Tretter/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 14, 2011) F/A-18E Super Hornets assigned to the Gladiators of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 move into position aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway for carrier qualifications in preparation for its next deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan Parde/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 14, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Gladiators of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 performs an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan Parde/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 14, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Gladiators of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 performs an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan Parde/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (July 14, 2011) Beachmaster Unit (BMU) 1 Sailors watch as a landing craft air cushion arrives on Coronado Island to take Rear Adm. Gerard P. Hueber to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) for a change of command ceremony. Hueber assumed command of Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 3 from Rear Adm. Earl L. Gay during the ceremony. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Foster Bamford/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) A civilian mariner aboard the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) attaches pallets of supplies to a 330EV Puma helicopter bound for the guided-missile destroyer USS Truxton (DDG 103), not pictured, during a replenishment at sea. Truxton is assigned to CTF 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 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 11, 2011) Waves crash against the bow of the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) as it transits the Gulf of Aden. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 9, 2011) CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 transfer supplies from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195), bottom, to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) during a replenishment at sea. Comstock and the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit 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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INDIAN OCEAN (July 17,2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 aproaches the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2rd Class Adam K. Thomas/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 17,2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 delivers supplies from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) during a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2rd Class Adam K. Thomas/Released)

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NORFOLK (July, 15, 2011) Sailors wait for the order to disembark the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) as the ship returns to homeport at Naval Station Norfolk after a six-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andre Rhoden/Released)

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NORFOLK (July 15, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Steven Hart, assigned to the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, meets his daughter for the first time after the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) returns to homeport at Naval Station Norfolk after a six-month deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kristin Rojas/Released)

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SABINA POINT, Australia (July 15, 2011) A Sailor assigned to Beach Master Unit (BMU) 1 directs a landing craft air cushion towards the beach during a water transport exercise with the Australian army at Shoalwater Bay Training Area during Talisman Sabre 2011. Talisman Sabre is a bilateral exercise designed to train Australian and U.S. Forces in planning and conducting Combined Task Force operations in order to improve Australian and U.S. combat readiness and interoperability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Johnie Hickmon/Released)

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CORAL SEA (July 14, 2011) An amphibious assault vehicle launches from the well deck of the forward-deployed dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42)) to prepare the driver for Talisman Sabre 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Johnie Hickmon/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 16, 2011) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) wrap marlin line around a leaky pipe during a pipe patching drill. George Washington is participating in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 14, 2011) A C-2A Greyhound assigned to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Combat Support Squadron (VRC) 30 catapults 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 3rd Class Alexander Tidd/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 14, 2011) Aviation Structural Mechanic (Equipment) 2nd Class Michael Evangelista, from Seattle, ensures all systems are ready for launching an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Cougars of Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron (VAQ) 139 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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ARABIAN SEA (July 16, 2011) Operations Specialist Seaman Ariel Davila, from Brownsfield, Texas, reads logs to the bridge over a sound-powered telephone 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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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 16, 2011) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Matthew Kephart observes an F404-GE-402 jet engine on a test cell as it is fired up on the fantail aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway conducting carrier qualifications.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan Parde/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (July 15, 2011) Seaman Matt Binnie, left, and Boatswain's Mate Seaman C.L. Barnes Jr. hook a cargo net to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during a vertical replenishment aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57). Mitscher 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 Deven B. King/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 17, 2011) Sailors and Marines aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) dive off the stern gate in the well deck during a swim call. Bataan is on its fourth month of a 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 Seaman Dylan Miles/Released)

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DEARBORN, Mich. (July 20, 2011) Rear Adm. John E. Jolliffe, vice commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, sits behind the wheel of the Navy Blue Angels Ford Mustang. The car will be auctioned off at the ESL International Air Show to raise funds for student aviation scholarships. Jolliffe and Sailors from local commands visited the Ford Motor Company corporate headquarters during Detroit Navy Week 2011, one of 21 Navy Weeks being held this year across the country. Navy Weeks are intended to showcase the investment Americans have made in their and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Steve Johnson/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 20, 2011) Airman Dann Wright, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31, carries chains to the flight deck 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 operational deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Gregory M. Wilhelmi/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 20, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Demetrios Sparkman assembles a Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) weapon aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn on its first operational deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Smevog/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 20, 2011) Sailors use a Naval Firefighter's Thermal Imager (NFTI) during hangar bay drills aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (July 19, 2011) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Carlos Castro, assigned to the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), fires a Mark 38 25mm machine gun during a training exercise. Frank Cable conducts maintenance and support of submarines and surface vessels deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Melvin Nobeza/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (July 19, 2011) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Patrick Boettger, assigned to the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), fires a Mark 38 25mm machine gun during a training exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy Starr/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (July 19, 2011) Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Mario Sylvestre, assigned to the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), operates the sound powered telephone on the ship's bridge during a training exercise. Frank Cable conducts maintenance and support of submarines and surface vessels deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Chris Salisbury/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 18, 2011) Capt. Daniel Dwyer, deputy commander of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8, makes his 1,000th carrier landing as he lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) in an F/A-18A+ Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 87. George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility on its first operational deployment conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 18, 2011) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 prepares to land aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is conducting operations 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 Josh Cassatt/Released)

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. (July 17, 2011) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, perform the "Diamond 360" maneuver at the ESL International Air Show during Rochester Navy Week. Navy Weeks are intended to show the investment Americans have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jen Blake/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 20, 2011) Naval Air Crewman 2nd Class Nicholaus Colone watches as an MH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Combat Helicopter Squadron (HSC) 28 prepares to land aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). 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 Seaman Dylan Miles/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 20, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Vigilantes of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 are conducting pilot qualifications and will be taking part in Los Angeles Navy Week 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Brian Brannon/Released)

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TIMOR SEA (July 18, 2011) A rigid-hull inflatable boat pulls alongside the guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) after conducting steering drills. Curtis Wilbur is participating in Talisman Sabre 2011, a bilateral exercise intended to train Australian and U.S. Forces in planning and conducting combined task force operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Ryan Smith/Released)

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TIMOR SEA (July 18, 2011) An E-2C Hawkeye approaches the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) after participating in a simulated air strike over Australia. Curtis Wilbur is participating in Talisman Sabre 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Ryan Smith/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (July 17, 2011) A MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 hovers over the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra (T-AKE 8) during a vertical replenishment with the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20), background, and the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45), not pictured. Comstock and Green Bay 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 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 22, 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). Ronald Reagan is conducting operations 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 Josh Cassatt/Released)

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PORT ROYAL, Jamaica, (July 22, 2011) Navy Diver 2nd Class Justin McMillen, assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2, exits the water after a dive with a member of the Jamaican Coast Guard. 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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GULF OF ADEN (July 23, 2011) Boatswain's Mate Seaman C.L. Barnes Jr. signals to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) as stores are transferred aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57) during a connected replenishment. Mitscher is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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FORT MONROE, Va. (July 20, 2011) A common unmanned surface vehicle patrols for intruders during Trident Warrior 2011. The experimental boat can operate autonomously or by remote. The Trident Warrior experiment, directed by U.S. Fleet Forces Command, temporarily deploys advanced capabilities on ships to collect real-world data and feedback during an underway experimentation period. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Scott Youngblood/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 18, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Black Knights of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Josh Cassatt/Released)

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CHARLESTOWN, Mass. (July 22, 2011) Vice Adm. John Bird, right, Director of Navy Staff, Cmdr. Tim Cooper, the 71st commanding officer of USS Constitution, and Cmdr. Matt Bonner salute during the "Star-Spangled Banner" on the top deck of Constitution during the ship's change of command ceremony. Bonner relieved Cooper of command in a turnover that drew more than 300 guests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Shannon Heavin/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (July 19, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) is moored at Naval Base San Diego. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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CORAL SEA (July 22, 2011) The U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), front, conducts flight operations while underway with the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Blue Ridge and Germantown are in the Coral Sea supporting Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011, which enhances joint combat readiness and interoperability between U.S. and Australian air, land and maritime forces. The exercise and will focus on crisis action planning and execution of emergency response operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mel Orr/Released)

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BREMERTON, Wash. (July 25, 2011) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) departs Naval Base Kitsap. John C. Stennis is on its way to the western Pacific Ocean and the Arabian Gulf for a scheduled seven-month deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kyle Steckler/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during night flight operations. Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 are conducting pilot qualification flight operations while en route to participate in Los Angeles Navy Week 2011. Navy Weeks are intended to showcase the investment Americans have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jose Lopez Jr./Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 22, 2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 picks up ammunition from the military sealift command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) to deliver to the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) during an underway replenishment. Dwight D. Eisenhower is conducting training and taking on ammunition in preparation for a deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Rob Rupp/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 22, 2011) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Travis Hoffman fires a MK 38 25mm machine gun during a gun exercise aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57). Mitscher is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 22, 2011) Sailors move more than ten thousand pounds of mail delivered by two C-2A Greyhound aircraft assigned to Carrier Logistic Squadron (VA2) 115 aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is participating in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011, a bilateral exercise intended to train Australian and U.S. Forces in planning and conducting combined task force operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Juan Pinalez/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 23, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman William Smith, from Kalkaska, Mich., and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Erika Velez, stages aircraft models in preparation for a hangar bay aircraft movement evolution aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is conducting operations supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Nolan Kahn/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 23, 2011) Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Maria Arreedondo, from Houston, uses a flow divider while fixing a forklift battery charging station in the hangar bay of 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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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2011) A rig captain assigned to the deck division abaord the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) brings a pallet of ammunition aboard during an underway replenishment. Abraham Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 are en route to participate in L.A. Navy Week 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Brian Brannon/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 22, 2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Wild Cards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 transports pallets of supplies from the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) to 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 Anthony W. Johnson/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2011) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Vigilantes of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 are en route to participate in Los Angeles Navy Week 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2011) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 are en route to participate in Los Angeles Navy Week 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 22, 2011) The Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) transfers supplies to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during a replenishment at sea.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Charles D. Gaddis IV/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2011) A plane captain trainee relays preflight signals between pilots and maintenance personnel of the Sun Kings of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 are en route to participate in Los Angeles Navy Week 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)

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LOS ANGELES (July 25, 2011) Sailors man the rails on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) as the ship pulls into Los Angeles Harbor. Lincoln is participating in L.A. Navy Week 2011, one of 21 Navy Weeks scheduled in 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam Randolph/Released)

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NORFOLK (July 27, 2011) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Marc Cendejas holds his four-month-old son for the first time, along with his daughter, after returning from a deployment aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87). Mason deployed to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility and is the final ship of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group to return home to Naval Station Norfolk. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kayla Jo Guthrie/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 25, 2011) Sailors aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) take part in a foreign object damage walk down on the ship's flight deck. Bonhomme Richard is underway for sea trials and is transiting to Seattle for Seattle Sea Fair the first week of August. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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PORT ROYAL, Jamaica (July 27, 2011) Arnulfo Lopez, a diver assigned to the Guatemala navy, conducts a front step entry prior to search operations with Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2. MDSU-2 is participating in Navy Diver-Southern Partnership Station, a multi-national partnership engagement intended to increase interoperability and partner nation capability through diving operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gregory N. Juday/Released)

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LAKEHURST, N.J. (July 27, 2011) An F-35C test aircraft piloted by Lt. Christopher Tabert launches from a steam catapult for the first time. CF-3 is the designated carrier suitability test aircraft. The F-35C carrier variant of the Joint Strike Fighter is distinct from the F-35A and F-35B variants with its larger wing surfaces and reinforced landing gear for greater control in the demanding carrier take-off and landing environment. The F-35C is undergoing test and evaluation at NAS Patuxent River before eventual delivery to the fleet. (Photo courtesy of Lockheed Martin/Released)

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CAIRNS, Australia (July 27, 2011) Sailors aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) man the rails as the ship pulls into Cairns, Australia for a port visit. Blue Ridge completed Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011, a bilateral command post and field training exercise designed to maintain a high level of interoperability between U.S. and Australian forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Greg Mitchell/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (July 26, 2011) Visit, board, search and seizure team members assigned to the guided-missile frigates USS Crommelin (FFG 37) and USS Reuben James (FFG 57), and the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70), conduct a drill in a rigid-hull inflatable boat. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sean Furey/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 25, 2011) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Jeff Rashley, left, spots Boatswain's Mate Seaman C.L. Barnes Jr. as he hooks a cargo net to an SA-330J Puma helicopter aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57) during a vertical replenishment with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepherd (T-AKE 3). Mitscher is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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CORAL SEA (July 21, 2011) Sailors run to chock and chain an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is participating in Talisman Sabre 2011, a bilateral exercise intended to enhance planning and readiness between the U.S. and Australian forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eva-Marie Ramsaran/Released)

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CORAL SEA (July 21, 2011) Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Dennis Castro directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, to land aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eva-Marie Ramsaran/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (July 26, 2011) Sailors move a helicopter crash victim during a damage control drill aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58) as part of Africa Partnership Station (APS) East. APS is an international security cooperation initiative, facilitated by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, aimed at strengthening global maritime partnerships through training and collaborative activities in order to improve maritime safety and security in Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Jamieson/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (July 26, 2011) Sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7) look at the remains of the battleship USS Arizona (BB 39). Cleveland is the flagship for Pacific Partnership 2011. (U.S. Navy photo Courtesy of Kristopher Radder/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 26, 2011) Sailors and Marines assigned to the Air Transfer Office remove luggage from a C-2A Greyhound assigned to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Combat Support Squadron (VRC) 30 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is conducting operations 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 Shawnte Bryan/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 26, 2011) A medical emergency response team responds to a simulated medical emergency in a helicopter assigned to the Black Knights of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 4 as part of a drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is conducting operations 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 Shawnte Bryan/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 26, 2011) Hospitalman Calisia M. Morgan prepares to conduct a hearing test in the medical department aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice K. Cecelia Engrums/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (July 25, 2011) Culinary Specialist Seaman Elizabeth A. Zannone makes gingerbread cookies in the bake shop aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Smevog/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 26, 2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 transports cargo from the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1) during an underway replenishment. Comfort is deployed supporting Continuing Promise 2011, a five-month humanitarian assistance mission to the Caribbean, Central and South America. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathen E. Davis/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 26, 2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 transfers cargo from the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1) during an underway replenishment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alesia Goosic/Released)

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PORT ROYAL, Jamaica (July 26, 2011) Navy Diver 2nd Class Zach Dojaquez, assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2, maintains positive control of a sunken machine engine as it is raised to the surface during joint lift bag operations with members of the Jamaican Coast Guard. 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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OLONGAPO CITY, Philippines (July 26, 2011) Hull Maintenance Technician Fireman Sarah Hass, assigned to the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), paints a classroom during a community service project at the International Children's Advocate Orphanage, a home for deaf or blind children. Frank Cable conducts maintenance and support of submarines and surface vessels deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Corey Hensley/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 25, 2011) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Death Rattlers of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323 makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Josh Cassatt/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 25, 2011) An EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Cougars of Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron (VAQ) 139 makes an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Josh Cassatt/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (July 17, 2011) CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 refuel on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during night flight operations. Boxer and the 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 Trevor Welsh/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 25, 2011) Sailors perform pre-flight checks on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is underway for sea trials and is transiting to Seattle for Seattle Sea Fair the first week of August. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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NORFOLK (July 22, 2011) Tugboats position the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) to enter the BAE Systems ship yard for a four-month planned maintenance availability period. BAE will conduct overhauls of various engineering, communications and other shipboard systems. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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Had a chat over a couple of cold ones with some cadets on U.S. training ship "Golden Bear" yesterday. Very interesting conversation. I wonder how many nations have a marine cadet training programe as such.