Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

TerraN_EmpirE said:

That was a very different Navy Pops... I have Heard the Stories my Late Uncle was stationed there.

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KAMPOT, Cambodia (Oct. 24, 2012) Musician 3rd Class Gabriel Brown, vocalist with the U.S. 7th Fleet Band ensemble, Orient Express, and Cambodian pop singer, Sok Seylalin, sing "What a wonderful world," for an audience of approximately 8,000. The concert took place during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Cambodia 2012. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Clay Doss /Released)

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KAMPOT, Cambodia (Oct. 24, 2012) Members of the U.S. 7th Fleet Band ensemble, Orient Express, play a concert for an audience of approximately 8,000 during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Cambodia 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Clay Doss /Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 26, 2012) The amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) approaches the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) for an underway replenishment at sea. San Diego-based Peleliu is the flagship for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group on deployment with the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20), the amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) and the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Derek Stroop/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 28, 2012) Sailors fire a .50-caliber machine gun aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU), are operating in the U.S. 7th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Russell/Released)

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POLARIS POINT, Guam (Oct. 26, 2012) Sailors assigned to the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) participate in crane operations conducted by civil service mariners aboard the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) in preparation for getting underway. Frank Cable conducts maintenance and support of submarines and surface vessels in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chris Salisbury/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 22, 2012) Fire Controlman 3rd Class Lillian Delbeccao helps clear a Phalanx close-in weapons system (CIWS) before conducting maintenance aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47). Rushmore is part of the Peleliu Amphibious Group, deployed with the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) and the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shawnte Bryan/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Oct. 26, 2012) Capt. Wallace G. Lovely, commander of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 31, arrives for a decommissioning ceremony for the guided-missile frigate USS Crommelin (FFG 37) on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Originally commissioned in 1983, Crommelin began the decommissioning process in late October after nearly 30 years of operations, including counter narcotics and tanker escort missions around the world. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Diana Quinlan/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Oct. 26, 2012) A Sailor holds a program during the decommissioning ceremony of the guided-missile frigate USS Crommelin (FFG 37) on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Diana Quinlan/Released)

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BASE PEARL HARBOR (Oct 26, 2012) Sailors depart the guided-missile frigate USS Crommelin (FFG 37) during a decommissioning ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Originally commissioned in 1983, Crommelin began the decommissioning process in late October after nearly 30 years of operations, including counter narcotics and tanker escort missions around the world. America's Sailors are Warfighters, a fast and flexible force deployed worldwide. J (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Barker/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 15, 2012) An EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Rooks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137 flies over the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise 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 Lt. Cmdr. Josh Hammond/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Sept. 19, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 displays the national ensign in the cockpit. VFA-11 is embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), which 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 Lt. Cmdr. Josh Hammond/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 27, 2012) Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Wayne Suddeth performs maintenance on the tail rotor of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Will Tyndall/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (Oct. 24, 2012) Staff Sgt. Julian Cowles cleans the engine of an AH-1W Cobra helicopter during an aircraft wash down on the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) are deployed in support of 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 Morgan E. Dial/Released)

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U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (OCT. 28, 2012) An E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Bluetails of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121 launches from the flight deck while a EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Patriots of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140 waits to be directed onto the catapult aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabrina Fine/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Oct. 24, 2012) The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) is moored with the assigned messing and berthing barge at Naval Base San Diego. Essex is at the beginning of an 18-month planned maintenance period. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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CHARLESTOWN, Mass. (Oct. 29, 2012) USS Constitution is secured pierside at her berth on pier one of Charlestown Navy Yard during Hurricane Sandy. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Achterling/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (OCT. 29, 2012) A landing signalman enlisted directs an MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during flight deck certification. Boxer is off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class J. Michael Schwartz/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (OCT. 29, 2012) A landing signalman enlisted directs an MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during flight deck certification. Boxer is off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class J. Michael Schwartz/Released)

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 27, 2012) Service members and civilians pay respects during the national anthem at the christening ceremony for the Virginia-class attack submarine Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Minnesota (SSN 783), Oct 27. Minnesota is the tenth Virginia-class submarine and the third U.S. Navy ship to bear the name of the 32nd state. America's Sailors are Warfighters, a fast and flexible force deployed worldwide. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 29, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Pukin Dogs of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 approaches the flight deck to perform an arrested recovery aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 3rd Class Justin R. Wesley/Released)

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U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (OCT. 29, 2012) An EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Patriots of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin R. Wesley/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Oct. 26, 2012) Contractors crane the MK-15 Phalanx Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) system onto the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is pierside at Naval Air Station North Island undergoing Planned Incremental Availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy A. Hazel/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 24, 2012) A visit, board, search and seizure team assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) prepares to conduct a maritime flag verification on a nearby vessel. Farragut is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class A.J. Jones/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 29, 2012) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) attach a load of cargo to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Indians of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6 during a vertical replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7). Nimitz is underway participating in its Composite Training Unit Exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacquelyn D. Childs/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 29, 2012) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Indians of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6 carries cargo between the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7) during a vertical replenishment at sea. Nimitz is underway participating in its Composite Training Unit Exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacquelyn D. Childs/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 24, 2012) A Sailor signals to retract arresting gear after an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Gray Wolves of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Raul Moreno Jr./Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 27, 2012) Gunner's Mates 2nd Class Daniel Pangburn, from Bridgeton, N.J., and Michael Wakefield, from Chesterfield, Va., fire an air slug from a MK 32 surface vessel torpedo tube aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. America's Sailors are Warfighters, a fast and flexible force deployed worldwide. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 25, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) operates in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. Jason Dunham is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. America's Sailors are Warfighters, a fast and flexible force deployed worldwide.. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 1, 2012) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) investigate a smoke-filled space for a simulated fire during a damage control drill. Mustin is conducting a patrol of the western Pacific in support of regional security and stability of the vital Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Devon Dow/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 31, 2012) Lt. j.g. Thuy Nguyen passes cases of soda during a working party aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63). Cowpens is part of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group based out of Yokosuka, Japan, and is conducting a patrol of the western Pacific in support of regional security and stability of the vital Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul Kelly/Released)

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SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines (Oct. 30, 2012) Navy Diver 2nd Class Nicholas Blankshine, and Chief Damage Controlman Jaleel Nasir, both assigned to the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39), repair air compression equipment aboard the Philippine Navy frigate BRP Gregorio del Pilar (PF 15). Emory S. Land is homeported in Diego Garcia and undergoing repairs in the Philippines and conducts coordinated tending moorings and afloat maintenance in the U.S. 7th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jared Aldape/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 31, 2012) Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) lower swabs off the fantail for cleaning. John C. Stennis is deployed to the 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Will Tyndall/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 1, 2012) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Charissa Conlas, from Seattle, uses joint manipulation to subdue a simulated attacker during an security qualification aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ramon G. Go/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 29, 2012) A Sailor wipes down the canopy of an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 31, 2012) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) conduct a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Amelia Earheart (T-AKE 6). McCampbell is part of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group, the U.S. Navy's only continuously forward-deployed carrier strike group, based out of Yokosuka, Japan, and is currently conducting a routine patrol in the western Pacific region supporting regional security and stability of the vital Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Declan Barnes/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (OCT. 30, 2012) A Sailor directs an amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) from the 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion in the upper vehicle deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is currently off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy Photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Brian P. Biller/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 31, 2012) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Donte Ruffin, from Yonkers, N.Y., guides a pallet of supplies into the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington during a replenishment-at-sea. George Washington and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric Moorer/Released)

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NORFOLK (Oct. 30, 2012) Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 2nd Class Shelby Woods, assigned to the Rawhides of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40, is greeted by her family during the squadron's homecoming ceremony. VRC-40 returned to Naval Station Norfolk after completing a seven and a half month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ernest R. Scott/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 30, 2012) F/A-18 Hornets sit on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) at sunset. Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan D. McLearnon/Released)

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NORFOLK (Oct. 31, 2012) The amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17) departs Naval Station Norfolk. San Antonio is getting underway to better position Navy assets if required to provide Navy relief to areas affected by Hurricane Sandy. (U.S. Navy photo by James DeAngio/Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 31, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) approaches Naval Station Mayport. Enterprise is completing its final scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Parker/Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 31, 2012) Family and friends hold up signs as the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) pulls into Naval Station Mayport. Enterprise is completing its final scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Parker/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 31, 2012) An SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter from the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 prepares to lift supplies from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) during a replenishment-at-sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul Kelly/Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 31, 2012) Sailors from Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS-11) depart the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is completing its final scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Harry Andrew D. Gordon/Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 31, 2012) Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Cesar Thompson, assigned to Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS-11), kisses his wife after departing the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is completing its final scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Harry Andrew D. Gordon/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 27, 2012) An airborne mine countermeasures device is recovered by Sailors aboard the mine countermeasures ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9). Pioneer is assigned to Commander, Task Force 52, supporting mine countermeasure operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet of area of responsibility.(U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Jayme Pastoric/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 27, 2012) Explosive Ordinance Disposal 2nd Class Adam Pierce assigned to Explosive Ordinance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 1, tests an underwater imaging system device after locating an airborne mine countermeasures device. EODMU 1 is deployed to Commander, Task Group 56.1 providing mine countermeasures, explosive ordinance disposal, salvage-diving, counter-terrorism, and force protection in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. T(U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Jayme Pastoric/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 26, 2012) Sailors assigned to Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 2 conduct patrol operations using a riverine command boat. RIVRON-2 is deployed with Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56, which provides maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jamar Perry/Not Reviewed)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 26, 2012) Sailors assigned to Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 2 conduct patrol operations in the Arabian Gulf. RIVRON-2 is deployed with Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56.7, which provides maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. America's Sailors are Warfighters, a fast and flexible force deployed worldwide. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jamar Perry/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 24, 2012) A team of Joint Special Operation Task Force-Gulf Cooperation Council Operators group exit from a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Desert Hawks of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26, to conduct daytime military free fall sustainment qualifications at the Bahrain Defense Force Taylor drop zone. America's Sailors are Warfighters, a fast and flexible force deployed worldwide. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Derek R. Sanchez/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (OCT. 30, 2012) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) as an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Rampagers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 83 is guided onto a catapult. Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan D. McLearnon/Released)

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HONG KONG (Oct. 30, 2012) The amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9), left, arrives in Hong Kong as the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) is anchored. The U.S. Navy has a 237-year heritage of defending freedom and projecting and protecting U.S. interests around the globe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Russell/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 29, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG-52) is underway throughout the outer bands of Hurricane Sandy in the North Atlantic. Barry is underway from Naval Station Norfolk due to an emergency sortie ahead of the hurricane. (U.S. Navy photo by Sonar Technician 3rd Class Christopher Brewer/Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (Nov. 2, 2012) The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) arrives at Naval Station Mayport to prepare for the Navy Marine Corps Classic basketball game between the University of Florida Gators and the Georgetown University Hoyas, Nov. 9 during Jacksonville Military Appreciation Week. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Oct. 31, 2012) A mass of cables and hoses on the pier provide power and water to USS Essex (LHD 2) as the ship begins an 18-month maintenance period. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Oct. 31, 2012) Sailors and contractors arrive aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) while the ship is undergoing an 18-month maintenance and dry-dock period. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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GREAT LAKES, Ill. (Oct. 31, 2012) Recruits eat lunch in the galley of the USS Triton barracks at Recruit Training Command, the Navy's only boot camp. (U.S. Navy photos by Scott A. Thornbloom/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 31, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift fleet replenishment dry cargo ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6). Mustin is conducting a patrol of the western Pacific n support of regional security and stability of the vital Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Devon Dow/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 1, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Matthew Arnold acts as safety while spotting a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assigned to the Hammer Heads of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 366 on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp is underway to better position Navy assets, if required, to provide relief support to areas affected by Hurricane Sandy. (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Andrew B. Church/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 1, 2012) Flight deck personnel aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) park UH-1N Huey helicopters assigned to the Sabers of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 467 and CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters assigned to the Hammer Heads of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HME) 366 in rows on the flight deck. Wasp is underway to better position Navy assets, if required, to provide relief support to areas affected by Hurricane Sandy. (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Andrew B. Church/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 1, 2012) The Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) prepares to come alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security corporation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Charlotte C. Oliver/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 1, 2012) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Tony Michalski and Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Tyler Thibault run after attaching cargo to an MH-60S Sea Hawk from the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 during a vertical replenishment. John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security corporation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Charlotte C. Oliver/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 1, 2012) Seaman Apprentice Hailey Young relays information over a sound-powered phone aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during a replenishment-at-sea. John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 31, 2012) Sailors from the Blue Diamonds of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146 attach a missile to an F/A-18C Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz, lead ship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 11, is underway participating in a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Benjamin Crossley/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Oct. 30, 2012) The landing ship dock USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) is moored at Naval Base San Diego. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 31, 2012) Seaman Recruit Alisha Sharif, from Etters, Pa., paints a bulkhead in the forecastle aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security corporation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chelsy Alamina/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 4, 2012) Port operations personnel stand ready for line handling as the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) arrives at Naval Station Norfolk. Enterprise's return to Norfolk will be the 25th and final homecoming of her 51 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alice C. Hall/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 4, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) passes Fort Monroe National Monument as the ship arrives at Naval Station Norfolk. Enterprise's return to Norfolk will be the 25th and final homecoming of her 51 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Julie Matyascik/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 4, 2012) Senior Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Darryl Burton kisses his wife as one of the first Sailors off the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). The first kiss is won in a raffle done for family members waiting for loved ones to come home. Enterprise's return to Norfolk will be the 25th and final homecoming of her 51 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alice C. Hall/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 4, 2012) Senior Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Darryl Burton kisses his newborn daughter during a homecoming celebration for the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise's return to Norfolk will be the 25th and final homecoming of her 51 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rafael Martie/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 4, 2012) A Sailor hugs his children during a homecoming celebration for the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise's return to Norfolk will be the 25th and final homecoming of her 51 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rafael Martie/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 4, 2012) Petty Officer 2nd Class Zachary Lindgren kisses his girlfriend during a homecoming celebration for the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise's return to Norfolk will be the 25th and final homecoming of her 51 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rafael Martie/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 4, 2012) Aviation Ordnance Airman Erick Skoglund, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, meets his wife and son on the pier after completing an eight-month deployment aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise's return to Norfolk will be the 25th and final homecoming of her 51 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alice C. Hall/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 4, 2012) Seaman Luis Davila greets his son during a homecoming celebration for the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise's return to Norfolk will be the 25th and final homecoming of her 51 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rafael Martie/Released)

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Nov. 3, 2012) Lt. Adam Jackson, assigned to the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, is greeted by his girlfriend at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana following a deployment aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Antonio P. Turretto Ramos/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 3, 2012) Lt. Andrew Wendth, assigned to the Screwtops of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123, embraces his wife during the squadron's homecoming ceremony after completing a deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ernest R. Scott/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 3, 2012) Lt. Connor McMurray, assigned to the Screwtops of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123, is greeted by his daughters during the squadron's homecoming ceremony after completing a deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ernest R. Scott/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 2, 2012) Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Patrick Fowler, from Huntington Beach, Calif., lowers an AGM-114N Hellfire missile into a case aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 3, 2012) Ensign Sequoia Watson takes a bearing while observed by Cmdr. Michael Meredith, executive officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 2, 2012) Sailors commit a Sailor's remains to the sea during a burial at sea ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mike DiMestico/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 3, 2012) Sailors remove a simulated injured Sailor from an aircraft fire during a general quarters drill in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is underway preparing for its next deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tyler Caswell/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 3, 2012) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) stand by to connect a fuel probe to a receptacle during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Nov. 3, 2012) The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 757) arrives in Greece for a port visit. Alexandria is homeported in Groton, Conn., and deployed in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Nov. 3, 2012) A Sailor stands a security watch aboard the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 757) as the ship arrives in Greece for a port visit.(U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 2, 2012) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter carries supplies from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Laramie (T-AO 203) to the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) during a replenishment-at-sea. The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) are deployed in support of 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 Cyrus Roson/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 2, 2012) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 retrieves supplies from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Laramie (T-AO 203) during a replenishment-at-sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Zane Ecklund/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 31, 2012) Seaman Ryan Meek guides a landing craft air cushion (LCAC) into the well deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) are deployed to support 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 Scott Youngblood/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 3, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates raise the emergency barricade during a post recovery check aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is currently underway participating in the ship's composite training unit exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan J. Mayes/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 3, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates feul an aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is currently underway participating in the ship's composite training unit exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan J. Mayes/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 2, 2012) A Sailor helps guide an E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Wallbangers of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is currently underway participating in the ship's composite training unit exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Raul Moreno Jr./Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 4, 2012) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Cedric Cross, from Niceville, Fla., cuts the stoppers connecting a replenishment station aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a replenishment-at-sea. George Washington and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Moses Mckelvey/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 3, 2012) Culinary Specialist Seaman LaDecha Beverly, from Pittsburgh, prepares pizzas in the galley aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class William Pittman/Released)

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