SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 31, 2018) The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), the guided-missile destroyer USS Antietam (CG 54) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) sail in formation with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's helicopter destroyer JS Kaga (DDH 184), the destroyer JS Inazuma (DD 105) and the destroyer JS Suzutsuki (DD 117). The Ronald Reagan Strike Group is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaila V. Peters)
INDIAN OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2018) Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Krystal Weeks and Information Systems Technician Seaman Kaylub Bench troubleshoot a network switch aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) while on a regularly scheduled deployment of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). The Essex ARG/13th MEU is a capable and lethal Navy-Marine Corps team deployed to the 7th fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies and maintain a presence postured to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew Freeman)
INDIAN OCEAN (Aug. 28, 2018) An F-35B Lightning II, attached the “Avengers” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211, prepares to launch from the flight deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a regularly scheduled deployment of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Chandler Harrell)
INDIAN OCEAN (Aug. 28, 2018) F-35B Lightning II aircraft, attached the “Avengers” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211, fly over Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a regularly scheduled deployment of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Chandler Harrell)
LOS ANGELES (Aug. 28, 2018) Quartermaster Seaman Recruit Avery Gray, a Sailor assigned aboard the Avenger-class Mine Countermeasures ship USS Scout (MCM 8), uses a telescopic alidade on one of the ship’s weather decks before pulling into port for to begin Los Angeles Fleet Week (LAFW). LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America’s sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Vance Hand/ Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) fires a Phalanx close-in weapon system during a live-fire exercise, Aug. 29, 2018. Winston S. Churchill, homeported at Naval Station Norfolk, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Evan Thompson/Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 29, 2018) - Sailors heave line aboard the Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) during a replenishment-at-sea with fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 29, 2018. Ross, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its seventh patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Krystina Coffey/ Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 29, 2018) - The Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71), right, conducts a replenishment-at-sea with fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 29, 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Krystina Coffey/ Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 29, 2018) Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Aleksander Kaczinski stands port side lookout watch aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) Aug. 29, 2018. Carney, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its fifth patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners as well as U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 29, 2018) Ensign Karyn Lee climbs aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) from a rigid-hull inflatable boat Aug. 29, 2018.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. (Aug. 30, 2018) A Joint Service Arrival Team carry the flag-draped casket of Sen. John S. McCain III at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 30, 2018. The former senator’s remains are en route to lie in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jalene Brooks/Released)
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Aug. 30, 2018) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Holly Cross prepares food for Naval Hospital Jacksonville patients and staff. Cross, a native of Kenosha, Wisconsin, says “I’m a people person and being in the Navy provides you the opportunity to meet the most interesting people in the world. Nothing compares to the Navy when it comes to diversity and personality. We all share the same passion: our country.” (U.S. Navy photo by Jacob Sippel, Naval Hospital Jacksonville/Released).
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 30, 2018) – Sailors put a pallet of supplies on to a forklift during a replenishment at sea on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) during Carrier Strike Group FOUR (CSG 4) Amphibious Ready Group, Marine Expeditionary Unit exercise (ARGMEUEX). Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit are enhancing joint integration, lethality and collective capabilities of the Navy-Marine Corps team through joint planning and execution of challenging and realistic training scenarios. CSG-4 mentors, trains and assesses East Coast units preparing for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chris Roys/RELEASED)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2018) A rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) rides alongside the amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) during a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) drill during the Carrier Strike Group FOUR (CSG 4) Amphibious Ready Group, Marine Expeditionary Unit exercise (ARGMEUEX). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brandon Parker/RELEASED)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2018) Rigid-hull inflatable boats (RHIB) drive alongside the amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) during a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) drill during the Carrier Strike Group FOUR (CSG 4) Amphibious Ready Group, Marine Expeditionary Unit exercise (ARGMEUEX). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brandon Parker/RELEASED)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 30, 2018) Amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) pulls alongside fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) during a replenishment-at-sea as part of the Carrier Strike Group FOUR (CSG 4) Amphibious Ready Group, Marine Expeditionary Unit Exercise (ARGMUEX). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mike DiMestico/Released)
U.S. Navy Construction Mechanic 2nd Class Hunter Patterson, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 133, ground guides equipment into position during crane operations aboard the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), in Santa Marta, Colombia, Aug. 25. 2018 during Southern Partnership Station 2018. Southern Partnership Station is a U.S. Southern Command-sponsored and U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet-conducted annual deployment focused on subject matter expert exchanges and building partner capacity in a variety of disciplines including medicine, construction and dive operations in the Caribbean, Central and South America. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kalie Frantz)
U.S. Navy Construction Mechanic 1st Class Aaron Wymore, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 133, observes equipment being lifted during crane operations, aboard the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) in Santa Marta, Colombia, Aug. 25. 2018 during Southern Partnership Station 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kalie Frantz)
U.S. Navy Seabees, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133, guide their forklift into place for transportation, Santa Marta, Colombia, Aug. 25. 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kalie Frantz)
U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), prepare for crane operations during an equipment offload in Santa Marta, Colombia, Aug. 25. 2018 during Southern Partnership Station 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kalie Frantz)
U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), assist with crane operations during an equipment offload in Santa Marta, Colombia, Aug. 25. 2018 during Southern Partnership Station 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kalie Frantz)
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 31, 2018) The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) and guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) sail in formation with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's helicopter destroyer JS Kaga (DDH 184), the destroyer JS Inazuma (DD 105) and the destroyer JS Suzutsuki (DD 117). The Ronald Reagan Strike Group is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaila V. Peters)
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Walter Rutherford signals a UH-1Y Venom helicopter, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced), to take off from the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) off the coast of Japan, Aug. 17, 2018. Green Bay, part of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy Graham)
INDIAN OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2018) An F-35B Lightning II, attached to the “Avengers” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211, launches from the flight deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a regularly scheduled deployment of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). The Essex ARG/13th MEU is a capable and lethal Navy-Marine Corps team deployed to the 7th fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies and maintain a presence postured to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations. The Essex ARG and 13th MEU is the first continental U.S. Navy/Marine Corps team to deploy with the new and increased multi-mission capabilities of the F-35B Lightning II, ultimately increasing the lethality and survivability of the amphibious force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew Freeman)
DARWIN, Australia (Aug. 31, 2018) The Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) is anchored in Darwin Harbor for Australian exercise Kakadu 2018. Michael Murphy is participating in Kakadu to enhance maritime security skills with participating nations by highlighting the value of information sharing and multilateral coordination. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Morgan K. Nall/Released)
NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Sept. 2, 2018) Sailors man a .50-caliber machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) as the ship arrives in Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, Sept. 2, 2018. Carney, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its fifth patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners as well as U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)
SOUTH CHINA SEA (August 31, 2018) - Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Noel Saligumba, right, from Las Vegas, directs a Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) MH-60K Super Hawk on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) during a bilateral training operation between the U.S. Navy and the JMSDF. Milius is forward-deployed to the 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Markus Castaneda)
SOUTH CHINA SEA (August 31, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) sails in formation with the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during a bilateral exercise between the U.S. Navy and the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force. Milius is forward-deployed to the 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Markus Castaneda)
INDIAN OCEAN (Aug. 30, 2018) An F-35B Lightning II, attached to the “Avengers” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211, launches from the flight deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a regularly scheduled deployment of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). The Essex ARG/13th MEU is a capable and lethal Navy-Marine Corps team deployed to the 7th fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies and maintain a presence postured to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations. The Essex ARG and 13th MEU is the first continental U.S. Navy/Marine Corps team to deploy with the new and increased multi-mission capabilities of the F-35B Lightning II, ultimately increasing the lethality and survivability of the amphibious force. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabyn L. Marrs).
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 31, 2018) Ships of the Ronald Reagan Strike Group and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force steam in formation during a bilateral exercise. The Ronald Reagan Strike Group is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaila V. Peters)
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Sept. 2, 2018) Midshipmen salute the late Sen. John McCain as a horse-drawn caisson transports his flag-draped casket to the United States Naval Academy Cemetery for his burial service, Sept. 2, 2018. John Sidney McCain, III graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1958. He was a pilot in the United States Navy from 1958 until 1981. From 1967 to 1973 he was a prisoner of war in Vietnam. He received numerous awards, including the Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Purple Heart, and Distinguished Flying Cross. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Burke/Released)
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Sept. 2, 2018) Navy Body Bearers move the casket of the late Sen. John McCain from his processional hearse to the United States Naval Academy Chapel, Sept. 2, 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Burke/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 3, 2018) Sailors move away from an MV-22 Osprey after it lands on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) during Carrier Strike Group (CSG 4) Amphibious Ready Group, Marine Expeditionary Unit exercise (ARGMEUEX). Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit are enhancing joint integration, lethality and collective capabilities of the Navy-Marine Corps team through joint planning and execution of challenging and realistic training scenarios. CSG-4 mentors, trains and assesses East Coast units preparing for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chris Roys/Released)
INDIAN OCEAN (Sept. 1, 2018) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Daigan Bishop signals an F-35B Lightning II attached to the Avengers of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211 as it launches from the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a scheduled deployment of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). Essex ARG/13th MEU is a lethal, flexible, and persistent Navy-Marine Corps team deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabyn L. Marrs/Released)
KINGS BAY, Ga. (Aug. 24, 2018) The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS West Virginia (SSBN 736) returns to its homeport at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga., following a strategic deterrent patrol. The boat is one of four ballistic missile submarines stationed at the base and is capable of carrying up to 20 submarine-launched ballistic missiles with multiple warheads. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Katherine Diener/Released)
LOS ANGELES (Sept. 1, 2018) Two F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the “Fighting Redcocks“ of Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 22, fly over the Port of Los Angeles during Los Angeles Fleet Week (LAFW). LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America’s sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/ Released)
LOS ANGELES (Aug. 31 2018) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Manchester (LCS 14) rests in the Port of Los Angeles during during a scheduled visit for LA Fleet Week (LAFW). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/ Released)
LOS ANGELES (Aug. 31, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) rests in the Port of Los Angeles during Los Angeles (LAFW). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/ Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 1, 2018) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Briana Nabor simulates CPR during a mass casualty drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) Sept. 1, 2018. Bulkeley, homeported at Naval Station Norfolk, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sara Eshleman/Released)
180901-N-EV253-034 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 7, 2018) Hospitalman Kelsey Lyons leads first aid training during a mass casualty drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) Sept. 1, 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sara Eshleman/Released)
