Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2012) A Standard Missile (SM 2) is fired from a launcher during a live-fire exercise aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS FARRAGUT (DDG-99. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2012) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 prepares to receive a crate of ordnance from the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during a vertical replenishment. George H.W. Bush is in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria Rachel D. Melchor/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 19, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) is underway as part of Enterprise Carrier Strike Group to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)

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ST. GEORGE, Utah (March, 16, 2012) Lt. C.J. Simonsen, lead solo pilot for the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, flies in formation over St. George, Utah. The Blue Angels performed in Utah for the first time in more than 30 years during the Thunder Over Utah Air Show and as part of the 2012 air show season. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rachel McMarr/Released)

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NORFOLK (March 21, 2012) Master-at-Arms Seaman Tyshawn Jones, assigned to the Naval Station Security Department, uses a training weapon during a simulated hostage situation for Exercise Active Shooter. Active Shooter is in support of Exercise Solid Curtain/Citadel Shield 2012, an anti-terrorism force protection exercise conducted on naval bases and installations throughout the continental United States March 19-24. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Betsy Knapper/Released

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 20, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Christopher W. Landrum directs the landing of an MV-22 Osprey on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during test operations. George H.W. Bush is in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 23, 2012) Sailors enjoy a swim call 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 3rd Class Rosa A. Arzola, Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 23, 2012) Sonar Technician Surface 3rd Class Kaitlyn Herche performs a self-defense move after being exposed to pepper spray during an armed sentry and security reaction force team re-qualification class aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98). Forrest Sherman is underway preparing for flag officer sea training. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael W. Martin/Released)

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PLYMOUTH, England (March 23, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) arrives in Plymouth, England, for a port visit after transiting the Atlantic Ocean. Forrest Sherman is preparing to engage in flag officer sea training. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael W. Martin/Released)

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WASHINGTON (March 24, 2012) A ceremonial rifle drill team performs at the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Ball. The fundraising event helped raise funds for Sailors, Marines and their families when in need. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (March 23, 2012) Lt. Cmdr. Tara Refo, assigned to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125, gives a speech during a Women's History Month celebration on the forecastle. The event was hosted by the American Heritage Observance Committee aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher K. Hwang/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 22, 2012) Capt. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and Capt. David D. Schweizer, commander of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 28, walk to an aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway conducting training in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julia A. Casper/Released)

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MANILA, Republic of the Philippines (March 23, 2012) Operations Specialist Seaman Meghan Lerch plots in the pilothouse aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) as the ship arrives in Manila for a port visit. Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff Sailors and Marines will strengthen ties between the two countries through community service events, combined military training and cultural exchanges during the port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexandra Arroyo/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2012) Sailors rest in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) before a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) takes part in a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian G. Reynolds/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (March 14, 2012) An aircrew member checks a fuel sample aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) prior to refueling an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter. Pearl Harbor and embarked Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are on deployment conducting operations 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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THE PROJECTED FY13 SHIP INACTIVATION SCHEDULE FOR INACTIVATING U.S. NAVAL
VESSELS IS PROMULGATED AS FOLLOWS TO FACILITATE FLEET PLANNING EFFORTS TO
CONDUCT A DECOMMISSIONING CONTINUOUS MAINTENANCE AVAILABILITY (CMAV) OR
INACTIVATION AVAILABILITY
(INAC):
SHIP NAME INACTIVATION
USS CROMMELIN (FFG 37) 31 OCT 2012
USS UNDERWOOD (FFG 36) 15 FEB 2013
USS CURTS (FFG 38) 27 FEB 2013
USS CARR (FFG 52) 15 MAR 2013
USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65) 15 MAR 2013
USS KLAKRING (FFG 42) 22 MAR 2013
USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) 30 AUG 2013
USS COWPENS (CG 63) 31 MAR 2013
USS ANZIO (CG 68) 31 MAR 2013
USS VICKSBURG (CG 69) 31 MAR 2013
USS PORT ROYAL (CG 73) 31 MAR 2013

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NORFOLK (March 27, 2012) Sailors and Marines man the rails aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS New York (LPD 21) as she pulls away from the pier at Naval Station Norfolk on her maiden deployment as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Phil Beaufort/Released)

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NORFOLK (March 27, 2012) The amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) departs on a deployment from Naval Station Norfolk. Iwo Jima is deploying as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with embarked Marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Phillipe Beaufort/Released)

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MANAMA, Bahrain (March 20, 2012) Sailors participate in a fresh water wash down aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) during a port visit in Bahrain. Pearl Harbor and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit 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 Jason Behnke/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (March 26, 2012) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chosin (CG 65) transits the waters of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam toward the Pacific Ocean. Chosin is conducting exercises off the coast of Hawaii. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Barker/Released)

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PANAMA CITY, Fla. (March 21, 2012) Navy Diver 1st Class Nathan Splinter, an instructor at Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), observes dive students exiting the water after a salvage recovery training dive. NDSTC is the center of all U.S. Navy diving and provides training to Navy, Army, Air Force, Coast Guard and all Marine Corps combatant divers. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Elizabeth Allen/Released)

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PANAMA CITY, Fla. (March 21, 2012) Seaman Apprentice Logan Dressel and Seaman Ryan Farrell, students at Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), receive assistance before a salvage recovery training dive. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Elizabeth Allen/Released)

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PANAMA CITY, Fla. (March 21, 2012) Seaman Ryan Farrell, a dive student at Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), jumps into the water to conduct a salvage recovery training dive. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Elizabeth Allen/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (March 27, 2012) Airman Apprentice Ashley Goldsmith, from Adrian, Mich., marks drilling holes for hasps during cabinet rehabilitation aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 26, 2012) An E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Sun Kings of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116 prepares to land on 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 Brian Morales/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 26, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 traps the arresting wire on 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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ARABIAN SEA (March 26, 2012) An aviation boatswain's mate directs an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Blasters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34 on 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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SOUDA BAY, Greece (March 25, 2012) The High Speed Vessel Swift (HSV 2) arrives at Marathi NATO Pier facility. The 331-foot vessel is one of the Military Sealift Command's two high-speed vessels and is one of 30 ships in the pre-positioning program, which ensures efficient distribution of U.S. military gear to operating areas throughout the world. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chelsy Alamina/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 26, 2012) Senior Chief Boatswain's Mate Michael Neal rinses utensils in the scullery aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) in support of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society "Put a Chief in the Scullery" fundraiser. George H.W. Bush is in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria Rachel D. Melchor/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 26, 2012) Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Helen Gatewood assists Electronics Technician 1st Class Jessica Norman with her purchase in the ship's store 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 Maria Rachel D. Melchor/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 26, 2012) Marines from the Flying Tigers of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262 replace an engine in one of their aircraft in the hangar bay of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 25, 2012) A C-2A Greyhound from the Rawhides of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40 taxis on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway conducting training in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rob Rupp/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 25, 2012) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Rampagers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 83 prepares to make a landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) as the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) trails close behind. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Robert J. Fluegel/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 24, 2012) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) participate in a vertical replenishment. James E. Williams is deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel J. Meshel/Released)

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GULF OF MEXICO (March 16, 2012) Seaman Alex Carr stands forward lookout watch aboard the amphibious transport dock ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) San Diego (LPD 22) during the ship's maiden voyage to her future homeport and namesake city. San Diego was constructed in Pascagoula, Miss., and departed Huntington Ingalls Shipyard March 15, 2012. The ship is the sixth in the San Antonio class and the fourth named for San Diego and will be commissioned in San Diego in May 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Holly Boynton/Released)

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PLYMOUTH, England (March 26, 2012) Royal Navy officers embark aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) to conduct inspections for flag officer sea training (FOST). FOST determines the ship's operational readiness for multiple battle situations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Katerine Noll/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (March 23, 2012) A naval air crewman inspects the rotors of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 before flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) is 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 Alan Gragg/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (March 23, 2012) An AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 prepares to land aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alan Gragg/Released)

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MANAMA, Bahrain (March 20, 2012) Logistics Specialist Seaman Amber Jones, left, Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Fortune Samkemakolam and Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Israel Moran, all assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52), sort through mail on the pier during the ship's port visit to Bahrain. Pearl Harbor and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit 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 (March 24, 2012) An EA-6B Prowler assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CWV) 7 approaches the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) for landing. Dwight D. Eisenhower is participating in a group sail with six other ships in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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PLYMOUTH, England (March 24, 2012) Sailors perform morning colors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98). Forrest Sherman is preparing for flag officer sea training. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael W. Martin/Released)

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TAGUIG CITY, Republic of the Philippines (March 26, 2012) Culinary Specialist Seaman Debbie Allen, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), dances with Filipino children at Taguig National High School during a community service event. Sailors and Marines assigned to Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff are conducting community service events, combined military training and cultural exchanges to strengthen ties between the two countries. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mel Orr/Released)

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (March 28, 2012) Two P-3C Orions and the Navy's newest patrol aircraft, a P-8A Poseidon, sit on display outside hangar 117 at Naval Air Station Jacksonville. The Maritime Patrol Association celebrated 50 years of P3 Naval Aviation and the beginning of a new generation with the P-8A Poseidon during the 2nd annual Heritage Symposium. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Pedro A. Rodriguez/Released)

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NAVAL BASE KITSAP-BREMERTON, Wash. (March 20, 2012) Airman Marti Gardea, from Delano, Calif., assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), browses college course brochures in the Navy College administration office. Gardea is one of many Ronald Reagan Sailors taking advantage of the Navy College program. Ronald Reagan is homeported in Bremerton, Wash., while undergoing a docked planned incremental availability maintenance period at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas A. Groesch/Released)

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CHAGUARAMAS COAST GUARD BASE, Trinidad and Tobago (March 28, 2012) Navy divers assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2, Company 2-1, conduct a KM-37 diving helmet familiarization dive with the Trinidad and Tobago divers while deployed aboard the Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Grapple (T-ARS 53). (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kathleen A. Gorby/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 28, 2012) Members of the special underway replenishment detail aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) secure the refueling hose assembly of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary support tanker RFA Orangeleaf to the ship's receiving unit. Forrest Sherman is engaged in flag officer sea training, which determines the ship's operational readiness for multiple battle situations. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael W. Martin/Released)

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NORFOLK, Va. (March 27, 2012) Sailors man the rails aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) as the ship departs for its maiden deployment as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU). New York will support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Carver/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (March 29, 2012) Capt. Kenneth Reynard, executive officer of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), and Sailors cut a cake at a Women's History Month observance ceremony aboard the ship. The ceremony was sponsored by the Command Heritage Committee and celebrated this year's theme of Women's Education and Empowerment. George Washington returned to her forward-operating port of Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, after navigating more than 50,000 nautical miles across the western Pacific to operate with more than a dozen different nations during her nine-week patrol. George Washington is the Navy's only full-time forward-deployed aircraft carrier ensuring security and stability in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kaitlyn R. Breitkreutz/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 27, 2012) Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1656, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 2, embarks the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock-landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44). Gunston Hall is part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU). Gunston Hall will support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released)

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GULF OF OMAN (March 28, 2012) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Brandon Sjaarda fires a 25mm chain gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71). 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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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (March 28, 2012) The guided-missile cruiser USS Chosin (CG 65), left, and the guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) are moored side by side at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Benfold, which shares the same hull number as Chosin, is scheduled to participate in the upcoming Koa Kai exercise in April. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Donald W. Randall/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 27, 2012) Sailors assigned to the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) fire a .50-caliber heavy machine gun in a live-fire exercise. Emory S. Land is on an extended deployment in Guam to temporarily relieve the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) as the primary afloat maintenance activity in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Samuel Souvannason/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (March 25, 2012) An aircraft handler signals to a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 (Reinforced) as it prepares to take off from the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit 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 Kory Alsberry/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 28, 2012) A F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Blasters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34 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 Jonathan P. Idle/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 28, 2012) Aviation electrician's mates perform maintenance on an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Blasters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan P. Idle/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (March 26, 2012) Capt. Alvin Holsey, executive officer of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island, and other Sailors watch as stretcher bearers place a simulated victim on a stretcher during a mass casualty drill 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 SEA (March 28, 2012) Aviation ordnancemen move ordnance across the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan P. Idle/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 28, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates position an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan P. Idle/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 25, 2012) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) participate in a swim call. 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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YOKOSUKA, Japan (April 3, 2012) The guided-missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67) returns to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, after an underway. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Ryan Smith/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 2, 2012) Cpl. Jessica Livingston, a Marine assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 261 from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU), cleans and preps .50-caliber tail mount for an MV-22 Osprey aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). Iwo Jima is deployed as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the 24th MEU in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis J. Kuykendall/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 2, 2012) Cpl. Chris Miller and Lance Cpl. William Moore, both assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 261 from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU), replace a prop-rotor gear box on an MV-22 Osprey aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis J. Kuykendall/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 30, 2012) Marine Maintenance personnel prepare to remove the engine of an AV-8B Harrier, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 Reinforced, in the hangar bay of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit 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 Alan Gragg/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 2, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Amber Hand runs away from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter after removing chocks and chains aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is underway conducting Afloat Training Group 1.4 basic phase training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tommy Lamkin/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 2, 2012) Gunner's Mate Seaman Garrett Nelson, assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG-67) flight deck crew, checks the chains to ensure that the helicopter is secured to the flight deck. The exercise was part of the required evolutions in order for Shiloh to receive her flight deck qualification. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Gregory A. Harden II/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 31, 2012) A closed-in weapon system fires live ammunition during a pre-aim calibration fire exercise aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). Iwo Jima is deployed as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) and will support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis J. Kuykendall/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 1, 2012) Members of a visit, board, search and seizure team board the guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) from a rigid-hull inflatable boat during maritime exercise Koa Kai 12-2. Koa Kai is a semiannual exercise in the waters around Hawaii designed to prepare independent deployers in multiple warfare areas and provide training in a multi-ship environment. This is the first year San Diego-based ships are also participating. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Barker/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (April 2, 2012) An EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Lancers of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 131 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) as the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) transits alongside. 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 Jonathan P. Idle/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (April 2, 2012) The amphibious transport dock landing ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) prepares to come alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) for scheduled helicopter operations. New Orleans and the embarked 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 Jonathan P. Idle/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (April 2, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Gabrielle Dewitt holds the arresting wire while shooters Lt. Cmdr. Matt McKerring and Lt. Ann Gilson check for defects on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Andriana Genualdi/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (April 2, 2012) An EA-6B Prowler assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 launches from 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 (March 31, 2012) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Cynthia Okeh works on an EA-6B Prowler from the Patriots of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140 in the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway conducting training in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Douglas Revell/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 31, 2012) Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 2nd Class Gregory Smith watches the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Joshua E. Walters/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 30, 2012) Sailors aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) load ammunition into a close-in weapon system (CIWS) during an ammunition upload. Iwo Jima is deployed as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with embarked Marine from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and U.S. 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis J. Kuykendall/Released)

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