Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2012) Sailors watch Super Bowl XLVI in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Leonard Adams Jr./Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) is underway in the Atlantic Ocean participating in exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. The exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012, afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nick C. Scott/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 2, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Travion Humphrey, from Sacramento, Calif., renders a salute to an AV-8B Harrier from Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 263 during the squadron's post-deployment fly-off from the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, which is returning from a 10 1/2-month deployment, the longest for a U.S. Navy ship since the early 1970s. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julio Rivera/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 4, 2012) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Phillip Munoz and other aviation ordnancemen assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25 carry an air-to-air missile from an F/A-18C Hornet after unloading ordnance on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 3, 2012) Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Antonio Wright, from Charlotte, N.C., directs an AV-8B Harrier on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during Bold Alligator 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tommy Lamkin/Released)

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CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Feb. 4, 2012) Riverine Squadron 3 Detachment 3 tows a downed boat during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, the largest amphibious exercise in the past 10 years. The exercise represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Lynn Friant/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2012) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert arrives aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 2, 2012) Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Scott Miller, left, and Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Cliff Edwards, right, search for foreign object damage (FOD) on a M61A2 weapon system as Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Kyle Shankle rotates the barrel in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is underway participating in exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. The exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012, afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Porter (DDG 78) and USS Cole (DDG 67) are underway participating in exercise Bold Alligator 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alfredo R. Martinez II/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 3, 2012) A P-8A Poseidon conducts flyovers above the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group during exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel J. Meshel/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 3, 2012) A landing craft air cushion assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4 returns to the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) from Morehead City, N.C., after delivering cargo to the beach during a post deployment Marine offload. Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, which is returning from a 10 1/2-month deployment, the longest for a U.S. Navy ship since the early 1970s. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dylan Miles/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 2, 2012) Marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) arrive on the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) during Bold Alligator 2012 exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Morgan E. Dial/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 2, 2012) Fire Controlman 1st Class David Flores and Fire Controlman 2nd Class Kristin L. Santoro conduct maintenance on a close-in weapon system (CIWS) after a live-fire exercise aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95). James E. Williams is underway participating in exercise Bold Alligator 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel J. Meshel/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 04, 2012) Marines prepare their amphibious assault vehicles inside the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) as part of Bold Alligator 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Danian Douglas/Released)

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SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine (Jan. 28, 2012) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Sheri Russell, assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72), explains firefighting equipment to a group of Ukrainian sailors during a tour of the ship. Vella Gulf is conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian Glunt/Released)

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SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine (Jan. 27, 2012) Capt. Mark Harris, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72), and members of the ship's visit, board, search and seizure teams explain equipment used during boarding evolutions to Ukrainian navy Capt. Andrew Rhyzenko during a tour of the ship. Vella Gulf is conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian Glunt/Released)

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Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) use sledge hammers to break ice off of the ship.

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BLACK SEA (Jan. 31, 2012) Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) sweep snow and ice off of the ship. Vella Gulf is conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian Glunt/Released)

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SANTA RITA, Guam (Jan. 31, 2012) Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Shiela McLean, assigned to the security department at U.S. Naval Base Guam, commands police dog, Mickey, to attack Master-at-Arms Seaman Stephon Sanders during a demonstration for students from the Harry S. Truman Head Start Center on U.S. Naval Base Guam. The purpose of the visit was to give students the opportunity witness how the police dogs are implemented in base security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Corey Hensley/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2012) British Royal Marine commandos walk the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) to load into a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter during the amphibious assault phase of Bold Alligator 2012. Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tommy Lamkin/Released)

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CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Feb. 6, 2012) Marines maneuver an amphibious assault vehicle on the beach during the amphibious assault phase of Bold Alligator 2012. Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesse Monford/Released)

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CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Feb. 6, 2012) Marines drive an armored tank during the amphibious assault phase of Bold Alligator 2012. Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tom Gagnier/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 3, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates show flight information to the pilot of an AV-8B Harrier before take-off aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during Bold Alligator 2012. Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chad V. Pritt/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2012) A T-45A Goshawk from Training Wing 1 makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Leonard Adams Jr./Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 6, 2012) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Golden Falcons" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12 takes off from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during a replenishment at sea. Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Benjamin T. Liston/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 6, 2012) A Sailor assigned to the "Sun Kings" of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116 conducts a final startup inspection of an E2C Hawkeye on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam Randolph/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 07, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Brittany Wells observes aircraft recoveries on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2012) Gunner's Mate 1st Class Kekoa J. Cortez mans a Mk 38 25mm machine gun aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during Bold Alligator 2012. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Scott L. Tomaszycki/Released)

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CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Feb. 6, 2012) Marines drive an armored tank during the amphibious assault phase of Bold Alligator 2012. Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tom Gagnier/Released)

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NORFOLK (Feb. 7, 2012) The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) pulls into Naval Station Norfolk after completing a 10 1/2-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. The homecoming marks the end of the longest deployment for a U.S. Navy ship in more than forty years. Bataan's amphibious readiness group supported Operations Enduring Freedom, Odyssey Dawn and the NATO-led Operation Unified Protector and conducted Maritime Security Operations in the Mediterranean and Arabian Seas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rafael Martie/Released)

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NORFOLK (Feb. 7, 2012) Capt. Erik Ross, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), greets his family during a homecoming celebration for Bataan at Naval Station Norfolk after completing a 10 1/2-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. The homecoming marks the end of the longest deployment for a U.S. Navy ship in more than forty years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rafael Martie/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 7, 2012) Hull Maintenance Technician 3rd Class Christopher Mitchell checks an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter for hot spots during a flight deck recovery drill aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97). Halsey is the flagship for Combined Task Force 151, a multinational, mission-based task force working under Combined Maritime Forces, to conduct counter-piracy operations on Southern Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Somali Basin, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Farrington/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Feb. 6, 2012) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) arrives at Marathi NATO Pier facility for a routine port visit. Vella Gulf is conducting theater and maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chelsy Alamina/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (Feb. 3, 2012) Sailors assigned to the visit, board, search, and seizure team of the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) demonstrate how to conduct security while carrying a casualty. Halsey is the flagship for Combined Task Force 151, a multinational, mission-based task force working under Combined Maritime Forces, to conduct counter-piracy operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Krishna M. Jackson/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 31, 2012) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Karen Glover kicks a simulated attacker during combat training as part of a security force qualification course aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed 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 Seaman Apprentice Ethan Tracey/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Jan. 30, 2012) Sailors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) unload mail from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter. Pearl Harbor and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Behnke/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2012) Amphibious assault vehicles assigned to 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, Delta Company, 1st and 3rd Platoon, are prepared to disembark from the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) as Wasp is underway to participate in Exercise Bold Alligator. Bold Alligator, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stuart Phillips/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2012) A French landing catamaran (L-CAT) assigned to the French amphibious assault ship FS Mistral (L9013) prepares to pull into the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during Exercise Bold Alligator. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Chase/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 7, 2012) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Adrian Ruiz, a rig captain aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71), guides the delivery of supplies from the Military Sealift Command Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) during a replenishment at sea. Cape St. George is deployed as part of the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher S. Johnson/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 5, 2012) A search and rescue swimmer signals all clear after jumping from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23, during a search and rescue training exercise. HSC-23 is embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed 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 Stephen D. Doyle II/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb 7, 2012) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Ulyses Morero signals to a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter during flight operations aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, with embarked elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU), is underway in support of Cobra Gold 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Johnie Hickmon/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 7, 2012) Sailors assigned to the Lancers of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 131 position a canopy over an EA-6B Prowler in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tim Godbee/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 7, 2012) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Darrell S. Jackson performs corrosion prevention maintenance on the inside of an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Vigilantes of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151 in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tim Godbee/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 8, 2012) The moon rises over aircraft on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman George M. Bell/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 8, 2012) Lt. j.g. Julian Pascuzzi inspects an HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter before flight operations aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Andrew K. Haller/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 7, 2012) Sailors at Naval Base San Diego release mooring lines as the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) gets underway for exercise Iron Fist 2012. Iron Fist is a bilateral exercise between U.S. military forces and the Japan Self-Defense Force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Laurie Dexter/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2012) An aviation boatswain's mate (handler) taxis an AV-8B Harrier across the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) during flight operations. Peleliu is participating in exercise Iron Fist 2012. Iron Fist is a training exercise between U.S. Marines and the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force designed to increase interoperability and amphibious capabilities throughout U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Russell/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 7, 2012) Sailors tie an E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Sun Kings of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116 to the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)

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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Feb. 7, 2012) The los Angeles-class submarine USS Louisville (SSN 724) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a scheduled six-month deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Airman Ishmael Charles signals for the start-up of an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Tophatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is on a seven-month deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 9, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 9, 2012) F/A-18F Super Hornets assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 fly in formation above the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan P. Idle/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 9, 2012) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Carolyn Sheridan signals another Sailor on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam Randolph/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2012) Marines from the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) board a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter during flight quarters aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is participating in Exercise Iron Fist 2012. Iron Fist is a training exercise between U.S. Marines and the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force designed to increase interoperability and amphibious capabilities throughout U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Russell/Released)

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GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (Feb. 7, 2012) Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Shane Tuck trains Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Raegen in underwater videography off the coast of Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Expeditionary Combat Camera's Underwater Photo Team conducts semi-annual training to hone its divers' specialized skill set and ensure valuable support of Department of Defense activities worldwide. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kathleen Gorby/Released)

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GUANTANAMO BAY (Feb. 8, 2012) Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Raegen, a member of Expeditionary Combat Camera's underwater photo team, moves into position to photograph underwater diving operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jayme Pastoric/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2012) A projectile exits the barrel of the MK-45 5-inch/54-caliber lightweight gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) during Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator 2012, the largest amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. The exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeff Atherton/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 7, 2012) A search and rescue swimmer assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) is deployed from an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter during search and rescue training. Bunker Hill is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security operation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class John Grandin/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2012) Insitu contractors recover Scan Eagle, an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), on the flight deck after a successful test run aboard the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) during Certification Exercise. The exercise is the final qualification for the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group before their scheduled spring deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lauren G. Randall/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 9, 2012) MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters assigned to Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HSC) 23 deliver supplies to the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) as the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) arrives alongside. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Sailors prepare to launch an MQ-8B Fire Scout unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) during nighttime flight operations aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Simpson (FFG 56). Simpson is conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the Naval Forces Africa area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Felicito Rustique/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Rigor Tenorio, assigned to Rooks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, reads an memo in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Sailors assigned to the Knighthawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136 perform preventative maintenance on a F/A-18E Super Hornet in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is underway participating in Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 7, 2012) Sailors attached to the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) are lifted into an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter during search and rescue training. Bunker Hill is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security operation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class John Grandin/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 8, 2012) Sailors heave a fuel line aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200). Halsey is the flagship for Combined Task Force 151, a multinational, mission-based task force working under Combined Maritime Forces, to conduct counter-piracy operations in the Southern Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Somali Basin, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Farrington/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Air-Traffic Controller 2nd Class Gregory Clemmons stands the departure position watch as Air-Traffic Controller 3rd Class Marcus T. Tucker sets up on-screen maps in the carrier air traffic control center aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kasey Krall/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 8. 2012) Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Kendahl Peterson, a K-9 handler with the Military Working Dog Kennel at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, runs her K-9 partner, Donci, through an obstacle course at the base kennel. Peterson runs the course with Donci multiple times a day to promote endurance and motor skills. The military working dogs at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka serve as deterrents to the illegal trafficking of explosives and narcotics. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Declan Barnes/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 6, 2012) A Sailor fires a .50-caliber machine gun, as Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Adrian Rodziewicz observes for safety during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, 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 Dominique Pineiro/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 6, 2012) Tugboats assist the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) away from the pier as the ship departs Naval Base San Diego for local operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 09, 2012) Hospital Corspman 3rd Class Jessica McCollough and Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Jessica Jazmin record casualty locations during a mass casualty drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibilitywhile on a seven month deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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GREAT LAKES, Ill. (Feb. 3, 2012) Recruit division commanders render a salute to recruits during the pass-in-review recruit graduation ceremony in the USS Midway Ceremonial Drill Hall at Recruit Training Command (RTC). RTC trains more than 35,000 recruits annually. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Andre N. McIntyre/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Jan. 31, 2012) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Laura Blanco takes X-rays of Electrician's Mate 1st Class Cory Hartley aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Karolina A. Martinez/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Levera Murray fills syringes in preparation for anthrax vaccinations aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The Iwo Jima Amphibious Readiness Group is underway participating in a certification exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jonathan L. Correa/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 8, 2012) Sonar Technician Surface 2nd Class Mitchell Thayer climbs a ladder during visit, board, search and seizure training aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52). Bunker Hill is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security operation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class John Grandin/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Seaman Jacqueline Brown, from New York, inspects float coats and life jackets in the hangar bay of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) in preparation for an upcoming replenishment at sea as the ship participates in Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise takes place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stuart Phillips/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2012) Amphibious assault vehicles (AAVs) assigned to 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, Delta Company, 1st and 3rd Platoon, prepare to disembark the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) as Wasp is underway to participate in Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stuart Phillips/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 10, 2012) Members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force put on camouflage face paint before conducting a beach landing exercise with Marines from the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) during Exercise Iron Fist 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Russell/Released)

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SAN CLEMENTE ISLAND, Calif. (Feb. 10, 2012) Members from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force file along the flight line for their air assault aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) during exercise Iron Fist 2012. This bilateral training exercise between U.S. Marines and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force is designed to increase interoperability and amphibious capabilities throughout the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Jeremy L. Wood/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2012) Logistics Specialist Seamen Cody James and Rachel Foster hook cargo to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 during a vertical replenishment on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility while on a seven-month deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2012) A Sailor directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 during a vertical replenishment aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 10, 2012) Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Aaron Jenkins inspects an engine turbine on an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Benjamin T. Liston/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Adriana Fotu, left, Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Sara Ramos and Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Brandon participate in neonatal CPR training aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp is in the initial phase of Exercise Bold Alligator 2012, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (U.S Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Drae C. Parker/Released)

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CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan (Feb. 13, 2012) Commander Lore Aguayo, commanding officer of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 11, relieves Cmdr. La Tany Simms, commanding officer of NMCB-4. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jonathan Carmichael/Released)

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CHESAPEAKE, Va. (Feb. 09, 2012) Rear Adm. Gretchen Herbert, commander of Navy Cyber Forces, observes a spectral warrior demonstration at the Department of Defense Satellite Gateway Facility. The demonstration is part of Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator, the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12 (Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joshua J. Wahl/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 8, 2012) Lt. Kelly Slichter and Hospital Corpsman 3rd class Cesar Castro perform routine dental care on a patient aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown, with embarked elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU), is underway supporting Cobra Gold 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Raul Moreno Jr./Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 9, 2012) Sailors simulate responding to an injured sailor during medical training aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97). Halsey is the flagship for Combined Task Force 151, a multinational, mission-based task force working under Combined Maritime Forces, to conduct counter-piracy operations on Southern Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Somali Basin, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Farrington/Released)

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Feb. 9, 2012) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Rick D. West talks with students attending a journeyman instructor training course at Center for Personal and Professional Development Learning Site Dam Neck. (U.S. Navy photo by Susan Henson/Released)

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GULFPORT, Miss. (Feb. 8, 2012) Seabees at Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport, Miss. complete a Navy computer adaptive personality scales questionnaire. The questionnaire measures 19 personality traits that are tied to the critical job/work requirements for all Navy ratings, and will someday help the Navy classify Sailors based on more individual information than the armed services vocational aptitude battery scores alone. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Ryan G. Wilber/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 13, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Colby K. Neal/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 13, 2012) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) pulls alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), not pictured. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman George M. Bell/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 13, 2012) An HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 15 launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman George M. Bell/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 13, 2012) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) pulls alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), not pictured.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman George M. Bell/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 13, 2012) Naval Air Crewman Airman Terry Warren, assigned to Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 15, mans a .50 caliber machine gun in the door of an HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter during a mission flown from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)

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SATTAHID, Thailand (Feb. 8, 2012) Fireman Amanda Kitchner dons firefighting equipment aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). Tortuga is underway supporting Cobra Gold 2012, an annual Thai-U.S. co-sponsored joint and multinational exercise designed to advance security throughout the Asia-Pacific region and enhance interoperability with participating nations. (U.S. Navy photo released by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric Crosby/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 13, 2012) The Military Sealift Command Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201) transfers fuel to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Benjamin T. Liston/Released)

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GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (Feb. 10, 2012) Expeditionary Combat Camera's Underwater Photo Team conducts semi-annual training to hone its divers' specialized skill set and ensure valuable support of Department of Defense activities worldwide. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jayme Pastoric/Released)

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