Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

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SOLOMON SEA (June 27, 2021) Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) render honors during a remembrance ceremony for the Solomon Islands campaign with Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force Takanami-class destroyer JS Makinami (DD 112). Rafael Peralta is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest forward-deployed DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet's principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Information System Technician 2nd Class Melanie Ocasio)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (June 17, 2021) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2, executes an aerial maneuver after launching from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), June 17, 2021. June 17, 2021. VFA 2, with Carrier Strike Group ONE, is embarked aboard Vinson, currently underway conducting routine maritime operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Isaacs)

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KARLOVAK, Croatia (June 23, 2021) Platoon 621’s Officer in Charge Lt. Emma Ferris, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 6, inspects the cabling on a portable X-ray system for a 2021 Humanitarian Mine Action certification training event, June 24, 2021. U.S. Sixth Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Delaney S. Jensen/Released)

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ODESA, Ukraine (June 29, 2021) Equipment Operator 2nd Class Eric Hight, left sitting, and Steel Worker 3rd Class Nicholas Ramirez, right sitting, conduct equipment checks before a dive with Ukrainian Navy divers during Exercise Sea Breeze 2021 in Odesa, Ukraine, June 29, 2021. Exercise Sea Breeze is a multinational maritime exercise cohosted by U.S. Sixth Fleet and the Ukrainian Navy in the Black Sea since 1997. Sea Breeze 2021 is designed to enhance interoperability of participating nations and strengthen maritime security and peace within the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Trey Fowler)

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LAKEHURST, N.J. (June 28, 2021) Six U.S. Navy Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornets fly in formation behind a KC-10 Extender assigned to the 305th Air Mobility Wing at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., June 28, 2021. The Blue Angels needed in-flight refueling during their flight home to Florida after participating in an air show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ariel Owings)

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BY ANDREW DYER
JULY 29, 2021 2:07 PM PT
SAN DIEGO — A San Diego-based sailor suspected of setting the devastating fire on the amphibious assault ship Bonhomme Richard last year is facing criminal charges in the case, the Navy announced Thursday.

“On July 29, charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice were brought forth against a Navy Sailor in response to evidence found during the criminal investigation into the fire started on USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) on July 12, 2020,” said Cmdr. Sean Robertson, a spokesperson for the San Diego-based 3rd Fleet.

“The Sailor was a member of Bonhomme Richard’s crew at the time and is accused of starting the fire,” Robertson said.

The sailor is not currently confined to the brig, Robertson told the Union-Tribune Thursday.

In case you did not know..12 July 2020.....USS Bonhomme Richard was struck with a major fire. She was damaged beyond repair. The ship has been decommissioned and towed to the breakers yard in Texas.


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CORAL SEA (July 27, 2021) The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conducts a fueling-at-sea with the Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) in support of flight deck operations during Exercise Talisman Sabre 21. Australian and U.S. Forces combine biannually for Talisman Sabre, a month-long multi-domain exercise that strengthens allied and partner capabilities to respond to the full range of Indo-Pacific security concerns. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew Cavenaile)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 21, 2021) Sailors assigned to the “Blue Hawks” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 78 perform preventive maintenance on an MH-60R Sea Hawk on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Vinson is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. Third Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Caden Richmond)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 21, 2021) Sailors assigned to the “Stingers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113 start the engine of an F/A-18E Super Hornet on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Caden Richmond)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 2, 2021) An F-35C Lighting II assigned to the "Black Knights" from the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 154 performs a touch-and-go on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeremiah Bartelt)

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SAN DIEGO (July 29, 2021) Littoral combat USS Independence (LCS 2) is moored alongside the pier during its decommissioning ceremony at Naval Base San Diego. Independence was decommissioned after more than 10 years of distinguished service. Commissioned Jan. 16, 2010, USS Independence has been a test and training ship and was key in developing the operational concepts foundational to the current configuration and deployment of today’s LCS. The decommissioning of LCS 2 supports department-wide business process reform initiatives to free up time, resources, and manpower in support of increased lethality. The LCS remains a fast, agile, and networked surface combatant, designed to operate in near-shore environments, while capable of open-ocean tasking and winning against 21st-century coastal threats. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jason Abrams/Released)

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CORAL SEA (July 27, 2021) The Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) receives fuel from the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) during a fueling-at-sea in support of flight deck operations during Exercise Talisman Sabre 21. Australian and U.S. Forces combine biennially for Talisman Sabre, a month-long multi-domain exercise that strengthens allied and partner capabilities to respond to the full range of Indo-Pacific security concerns. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vincent E. Zline)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 22, 2021) Sailors participate in a firefighting evolution during a general quarters drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), July 22, 2021. Carl Vinson is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. Third Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sophia Simons)

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BOSTON (July 27, 2021) Sailors furl the mizzen topsail aboard USS Constitution. USS Constitution, is the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ship’s mission of promoting the Navy’s history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Samoluk)

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GROTON, Conn. (July 31, 2021) – The pre-commissioning unit (PCU) Hyman G. Rickover (SSN 795) seen prior to a christening ceremony at General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard facility in Groton, Conn., July 31, 2021. Rickover and crew will operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) FOUR whose primary mission is to provide attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe. (U.S. Navy photo by John Narewski/RELEASED)



GROTON, Conn. (July 31, 2021) – Scott Lacaillade, a shipyard employee, sings the national anthem in front of the pre-commissioning unit (PCU) Hyman G. Rickover (SSN 795) during a christening ceremony at General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard facility in Groton, Conn., July 31, 2021. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Petty Officer Joshua Karsten/RELEASED)







GROTON, Conn. (July 31, 2021) – The crew of the pre-commissioning unit (PCU) Hyman G. Rickover (SSN 795) march in formation during a christening ceremony at General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard facility in Groton, Conn., July 31, 2021. (U.S. Navy photos by Chief Petty Officer Joshua Karsten/RELEASED)

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NORFOLK (July 30, 2021) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Jesse Bolstad lowers the American flag aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) as it departs Naval Station Norfolk July 30, 2021. Kearsarge is underway to support Large-Scale Exercise (LSE 2021).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jesse Schwab)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 2, 2021) Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) conducts night time flight operations. The Carl Vinson Strike Group (CVCSG), led by Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1, is deployed in support of global maritime security operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tyler Wheaton)

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CORAL SEA (Aug. 5, 2021) Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) steams with Royal Australian Navy (RAN) landing helicopter dock ship HMAS Canberra (L02), amphibious transport dock USS New Orleans (LPD 18), Japan Maritime Self Defense Force destroyer JS Makinami (DD 112) and RAN frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) conducting maritime maneuvers during the U.S.-led Large Scale Global Exercise 21. LSGE 21 is global command and control exercise, with a regional focus, to enhance integration of the U.S., allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (RAN/LSIS Ernesto Sanchez)

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The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) sails alongside the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Joshua Humphreys (T-AO 188) in the Atlantic Ocean Aug. 2, 2021 during an underway replenishment at night while participating in Large Scale Exercise (LSE) 2021. LSE 2021 demonstrates the Navy’s ability to employ precise, lethal, and overwhelming force globally across three naval component commands, five numbered fleets, and 17 time zones while merging live and synthetic training capabilities that help create a dynamic training environment. LSE 2021 will connect high-fidelity training and real-world operations to build knowledge and skills needed in today’s complex, multi-domain, and contested environment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Bellino) (Long shutter speed utilized to create blurring effect.)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 30, 2021) Naval Air Crewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Conor Champagne, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, inspects the tail rotor blade of a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter after landing aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) July 30, 2021. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Taylor Parker)