Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

GULFPORT, Miss. (Jan 9, 2013) Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 15 form a protective circle to practice teamwork and movement during crowd control training. NMCB-15 is mobilized in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and is an expeditionary element of U.S. Naval Forces that support various units worldwide through national force readiness, humanitarian assistance, and building and maintaining infrastructure. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Garas/Released)

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GULF OF MEXICO (April 19, 2012) The Military Sealift Command joint high-speed vessel USNS Spearhead (JHSV 1), the first of 10 Navy joint high-speed vessels designed for rapid intra-theater transport of troops and military equipment, conducts builder's trials. The 338-foot-long aluminum catamarans are designed to be fast, flexible and maneuverable even in austere ports, making them ideal for transporting troops and equipment quickly within a theater of operations. (U.S. Navy photos Courtesy Austal USA/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 15, 2013) The Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) steams alongside 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 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 12, 2013) Sailors aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) take part in a counter measure wash down. Boxer is off the California coast. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Oscar Espinoza/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 6, 2013) Lt. Ron Rumfelt signals for the launch of an EA-6B Prowler from the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 1, 2013) An F/A-18C Hornet of the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 launches from the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 2, 2013) A Sailor carries a jet intake cover on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 12, 2013) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Trathen McClauslan assigned to the Scorpions of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49 performs maintenance on the rotor blade assembly of an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Gary (FFG 51). Gary and HSL-49 are deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility in support of Operation Martillo (Hammer) an inter-agency counter drug operation conducted in the waters around South America. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ian W. Anderson/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 12, 2013) Aviation Machinist's Mate 1st Class Richard Nance assigned to the Scorpions of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49 performs a power available spindle rig check an an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Gary (FFG 51). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ian W. Anderson/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 8, 2013) Chief Gunner's Mate Terrance G. Wright, from Miami, fires rounds from a 25mm gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81). Winston S. Churchill is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Chase/Released)

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EVERETT, Wash. (Jan. 11, 2013) Quartermasters conduct in-rate training aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Robert Winn/Released)

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GREAT LAKES, Ill. (Jan. 15, 2012) A Recruit Division Commander instructs his recruits while marching at Recruit Training Command, the Navy's only boot camp. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Liza Swart/Released)

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GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (Jan. 11, 2013) Builder 1st Class Daniel Gunsallus, deployed with Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 27, performs finish work on a newly poured section of concrete at Cable Beach on Naval Station Guantanamo Bay (NAVSTA GTMO), Cuba. Gunsallus and his team are constructing a parking lot at the beach as part of a series of ongoing renovations and improvements on NAVSTA GTMO. The Seabees from NMCB-27 are forward deployed throughout South and Central America in support of U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/ U.S. 4th Fleet multinational partnership and humanitarian assistance missions. (U.S. Navy photo by Engineering Aid 1st Class Merritt Cropsey/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2013) An F/A-18E Hornet assigned to the Gunslingers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 105 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is underway conducting composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rob Aylward/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2013) An F/A-18E Hornet assigned to the Gunslingers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 105 taxies on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during flight operations. Harry S. Truman is underway conducting composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lorenzo J. Burleson/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 17, 2013) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Vanessa Lindsay-Kerr, from Raleigh, N.C., starts the engine of an aviation tow cart aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Marco Villasana/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2013) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Justin Watson tracks surface contacts from Combat Information Center aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is conducting sea trials in preparation for a deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Corbin J. Shea/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 12, 2013) Quartermaster 3rd Class Frank P. Grossmann, right, competes against Operations Specialist 2nd Class Joel Padin during a chess tournament aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is the flagship for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and with the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) is 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 3rd Class Alex Van'tLeven/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 9, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Wild Cards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 transports supplies during a vertical replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Joshua Humpreys (T-AO 188) and the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Viramontes/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 15, 2013) Yeoman 2nd Class Ras-Neheisi Benzo climbs a caving ladder during a visit, board, search and seizure exercise aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group 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 (Jan. 15, 2013) Sailors from the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) conduct maneuvers in rigid-hull inflatable boats during a visit, board, search and seizure exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Michael Alves directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Sea Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 during an ammunition onload aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is conducting training and carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2013) Sailors run toward cargo on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during an ammunition onload. George H.W. Bush is conducting training and carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)

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U.S. 4TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 4, 2013) Approximately 600 pounds of cocaine with an estimated street value of $22 million was confiscated by the U.S. Coast Guard team aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Gary (FFG 51) after an interdiction while conducting Operation Martillo in the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility in Central and South America. Operation Martillo, Spanish for hammer, is a U.S., European and Western Hemisphere partner nation effort targeting illicit trafficking routes in coastal waters along the Central American isthmus. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Hamlet Urroz-Gardenas and Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Kendrick Rodriguez move ordnance in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is conducting training and carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kevin J. Steinberg/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2013) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) move ordnance in the hangar bay during an ammunition onload.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Leonard Adams Jr./Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Sea Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 delivers ammunition to the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Timothy Daughton/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 10, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Megan Lynch, from Brenham, Texas, directs an aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2013) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Roxanne Sifuentes and Damage Controlman Fireman Ivan Araiza, assigned to the engineering department aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), update the hydrostatic test date log for a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) locker. Harry S. Truman is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rob Aylward/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2013) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 flies overhead as an E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Seahawks of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAQ) 126 prepares to launch from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lorenzo J. Burleson/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2013) An F/A-18 Hornet launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is underway conducting composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Christopher A. Morrison/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2013) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Gunslingers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 105 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lorenzo J. Burleson/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2013) Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Matthew Kram monitors the electrical load of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is conducting sea trials in preparation for a scheduled deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Hunter S. Harwell/Released)

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FARAH CITY, Afghanistan (Jan. 19, 2013) U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Jennifer Kleve, right, a medic with Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, listens to Afghan woman's experience at the children's supplemental feeding center through an interpreter in Farah City, Jan. 19. The supplemental feeding center in at the Farah City hospital is sponsored by PRT Farah and provides food, education and vaccinations to Afghan children. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise, and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district, and provincial levels in Farah province Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Matthew Stroup/released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2013) Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit attach a cargo line to an MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during an ammunition on-load. Kearsarge is conducting sea trials in preparation for a scheduled deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Corbin J. Shea/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (Jan. 19, 2013) - Sailors assigned to deck department push a container to its destination on the boat deck during crane operations aboard the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). The ship pulled into Okinawa to embark Marines participating in Cobra Gold 2013. Tortuga is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gregory A. Harden II/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (Jan. 19, 2013) - Airman Bryan Daniels detaches a sling from a main hook during crane operations aboard the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gregory A. Harden II/Released)

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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Jan. 18, 2013) - Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Kekoa Ulep of the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Buffalo (SSN 715) hugs his mom Rose Silva following the arrival of the submarine at her new homeport at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Friday, Jan. 18., after completing a homeport shift from Commander, Submarine Squadron 15 in Guam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Steven Khor/ Released)

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FORWARD OPERATING BASE FARAH, Afghanistan (Jan. 18, 2013) Operations Specialist 1st Class Megan Garcia, a tactical operations watchstander for Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, reads a book to her children as part of a United Through Reading Read-a-thon. Participants in the program were encouraged to read to children in their families or to students at Birch Elementary in Idaho, to promote childhood literacy. United Through Reading is a non-profit organization that enables deployed service members to share their love and support with their children by reading books aloud on DVD. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise, and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district, and provincial levels in Farah province Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Matthew Stroup/Released)

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FORWARD OPERATING BASE FARAH, Afghanistan (Jan. 18, 2013) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Jennifer Kleve, a medic with Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, helps set up a camera for Army Capt. Jacob Estrada, security force commander for the PRT, prior to his participation in a United Through Reading Read-a-thon. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Matthew Stroup/Released)

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NAVAL WEAPONS STATION SEAL BEACH, Calif. (Jan 17, 2013) Chief Mineman Michael H. Hoffman and Mineman 2nd Class Daniel P. Cadigan go through final checks after building a practice mine at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach. Navy Munitions Command CONUS West Division, Unit Seal Beach, Underwater Weapons Department personnel practice building mines from inert general purpose bombs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Eli J. Medellin/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2013) Seaman Jeremy Caldwell heaves in a line during a line handling drill aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is conducting sea trials in preparation for a deployment in spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Hunter S. Harwell/Released)

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KEY WEST, Fla. (Jan. 15, 2013) Builder 2nd Class Carlos Hernandez, assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 1, exits the water with assistance from Builder 2nd Class Zachary Schulte during dive training operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas S. Tenorio/Released)

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KEY WEST, Fla. (Jan. 16, 2013) Lt. James Johncock, executive officer of Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 1, uses an underwater welding torch during dive training operations. (U.S. Navy photos by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shane Tuck/Released)

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KEY WEST, Fla. (Jan. 15, 2013) Chief Steelworker Scott Wright, assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 1, operates an exothermic cutting torch during dive training operations. (U.S. Navy photos by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shane Tuck/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 10, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) secure a supply bag from a fueling hose during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201). Winston S. Churchill is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group 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 Aaron Chase/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 10, 2013) Capt. Karla Cumbie, left, and Lance Cpl. Timothy Miller perform a preflight check on a UH-1Y Venom Huey helicopter assigned to the Purple Foxes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 364, Reinforced, before flight operations aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20). Green Bay is part of the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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 1st Class Elizabeth Merriam/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 13, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Manolito Recto, from Vallejo, Calif., signals for the launch of an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 from 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 cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 19, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Dominic Sharkey, from Pine Bluff, Ark., and Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Sherod Payne, from Columbus, Ohio, clean the internal 20 mm M61A2 lightweight Gatling gun from an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Tophatters of strike fighter squadron (VFA) 14 in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN) 74. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Marco Villasana / Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 14, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Adam Insley, from Aitkin, Mont., directs an aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 14, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Brian Adams, from New York, directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Tophatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14 aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 13, 2013) Plane captains signal for the start up of two F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2013) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) is underway conducting sea trials in preparation for a scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Hunter S. Harwell/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2013) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Devin Pluchino, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28 performs aircrew duties in an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during a replenishment-at-sea between the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) and the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is conducting sea trials in preparation for a scheduled deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Hunter S. Harwell/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2013) The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is conducting sea trials in preparation for a scheduled deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Hunter S. Harwell/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 16, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Andrew Cox directs an EA-6B Prowler from the Wizards of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133 on the flight deck of 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 cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 19, 2013) Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) 3rd Class Joseph Strauss, left, and Electrician's Mate Fireman Miles Cummings take samples of fuel for testing aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Walter S. Diehl (T-AO 193). Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group 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 (Jan. 18, 2013) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Mandy Broderick, right, and Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Brittany Hargrove demonstrate how to dress a simulated wound on Seaman Collins Dumas during a medical casualty drill aboard 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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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Dec. 19, 2012) An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 lifts stores from the flight deck of the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a vertical replenishment. (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 (Dec. 19, 2012) An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 approaches the guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) during a vertical replenishment. Decatur 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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SULU SEA (Jan. 23, 2013) Members of a U.S. Navy salvage assessment team work aboard the mine countermeasures ship USS Guardian (MCM 5), which ran aground on Tubbataha Reef, Jan. 17. The U.S. Navy and Republic of the Philippines Coast Guard are working to safely recover the ship while minimizing environmental effects to the reef. (U.S. Navy photo by Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter) 3rd Class Geoffrey Trudell/Released)

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TUBBATAHA REEF (Jan. 22, 2013) The mine countermeasures ship USS Guardian (MCM 5) sits aground on the Tubbataha Reef. Operations to safely recover the ship while minimizing environmental effects are being conducted in close cooperation with allied Philippines Coast Guard and Navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter) 3rd Class Geoffrey Trudell/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 1, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Cory Colleary retrieves a hold back bar after a successful launch on the flight deck of the 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 cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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GULF OF MEXICO (Jan. 7, 2012) The Remote Minehunting System (RMS) and an AN/AQS-20 mine hunting sonar are brought aboard the littoral combat ship USS Independence (LCS 2) during developmental testing of the mine warfare mission module package. (U.S. Navy photos by Ron Newsome/Released)

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CORONADO, Calif. (Jan, 22 2012) Sailors conduct hose team training during a flight deck fire fighting drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is currently pierside at Naval Air Station North Island undergoing a planned incremental availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jacob G. Kaucher/Released)

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CORONADO, Calif. (Jan. 23, 2013) Sailors assigned to air department practice firefighting during a fire drill in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is currently pierside at Naval Air Station North Island undergoing planned incremental availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Kristopher S. Haley/Released)

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CORNANDO, Calif. (Jan. 18, 2012) Sailors pick up supplies during a mass item issue evolution in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is currently pierside at Naval Air Station North Island undergoing planned incremental availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class George M. Bell/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Jan. 22, 2013) Lt. Stephen Bauserman, assigned to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 30 (VRC-30) out of San Diego Naval Air Station North Island, sits in the pilot seat of a C-2 Greyhound aircraft prior to takeoff. VRC-30 is conducting naval air training operation and procedure standardization check flights, which evaluates airplane readiness and crew knowledge. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Mark El-Rayes/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 17, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Kalyn Giordano, left, confirms an aircraft's weight while Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Ashley Cypret directs an aircraft on the flight deck of 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 cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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GULFPORT, Miss. (Jan 16, 2013) Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 15 conduct weapons familiarization with the M-2 .50-caliber machine gun. NMCB-15 is mobilized in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and is an expeditionary element of U.S. naval forces that support various units worldwide through national force readiness, humanitarian assistance, and building and maintaining infrastructure. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Garas/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 23, 2013) The close-in weapons system (CIWS) fires from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a live-fire exercise. Harry S. Truman is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 23, 2013) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Joshua Smith fires a .50-caliber machine gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Billy Ho/Released)

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SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 24, 2013) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Nikolaus Martinez, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), lowers the national ensign aboard the ship during its scheduled deployment. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is on deployment in the U. S. 7th Fleet area of operations and will take part in amphibious integration training (AIT), and certification exercise (CERTEX) and will participate in the annual multi-national combined joint training exercise Cobra Gold. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Achterling/Released)

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SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 24, 2013) A landing craft air cushion (LCAC) approaches the stern gate of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), joining it on a scheduled deployment. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is on deployment in the U. S. 7th Fleet area of operations and will take part in amphibious integration training (AIT), and certification exercise (CERTEX) and will participate in the annual multi-national combined joint training exercise Cobra Gold. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Achterling/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 23, 2013) Yeoman 1st Class Charma Smalls, left, practices nonlethal tactics on Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Jasmaine Brooks after being sprayed with oleoresin capsicum during security reaction force training aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group 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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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Jan. 23, 2013) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 757) arrives in Souda Bay. Alexandria is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Paul Farley/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 20, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Jesus Acosta directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Tophatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14 aboard the 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 cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 20, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Jesus Acosta directs an E-2C Hawkeye from the Golden Hawks of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 112 aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 16, 2013) Capt. Ronald Reis, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), departs an EA-6B Prowler from the Wizards of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133 after completing a successful trap. 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 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 9, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Dannielle Byrum greases catapult three prior to flight operations aboard the 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 cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 15, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) conducts flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 20, 2013) An E-2C Hawkeye from the Golden Hawks of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 112 and an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Tophatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14 launch from the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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EVERETT, Wash. (Jan. 23, 2013) Navy Diver 2nd Class Adam Coe enters the water to conduct repairs on a pier at Naval Station Everett. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeffry A. Willadsen/Released)

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jan. 26, 2013) Huntington Ingalls Industries celebrated significant progress today as the 555-metric ton island was lowered onto the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) at the company's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division. The 60-foot long, 30-foot wide island was the 452nd lift of the nearly 500 total lifts needed to complete the aircraft carrier. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller, Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sabrina Fine & Huntington Ingalls Industries/Released)

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jan. 26, 2013) Rear Adm. Ted N. Branch, commander of Naval Air Force Atlantic, places several coins under the island of the future nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) during the ship's island landing ceremony at Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding. The island-landing ceremony marks the final super-lift in the construction process for the ship as the 555-metric ton island is lifted into place on the ship's flight deck, and several mementoes are placed under the island in keeping with ancient shipbuilding traditions. Watching Branch are Capt. John Meier, prospective commanding officer, Newport News Shipbuilding president Matt Mulherin, and Susan Ford Bales, daughter of late President Gerald R. Ford and the ship's sponsor. The Gerald R. Ford is the first is a new class of aircraft carriers, and is scheduled to be delivered to the Navy in 2015. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released)

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jan. 26, 2013) Susan Ford Bales, daughter of late President Gerald R. Ford and ship's sponsor, speaks with members of the future nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) first crew during the ship's island landing ceremony at Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding. The island-landing ceremony marks the final super-lift in the construction process for the ship as the 555-metric ton island is lifted into place on the ship's flight deck. The Gerald R. Ford is the first is a new class of aircraft carriers, and is scheduled to be delivered to the Navy in 2015. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released)

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SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 27 2013) Seaman Jonathan Amaya, from Morristown, N.J., salutes the Navy Jack aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) during morning colors. Lassen is one of seven U.S. Navy destroyers forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan and is on a patrol in the western Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ramon G. Go/Released)

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SAN YSIDRO, Calif. (Jan. 25, 2013) Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Danni Li, a crewmember of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD8), reviews the academic binder of an 8th grade student at Willow Elementary School. Li and other volunteers visit Oaks Park E.S. as part of the Makin Island's community outreach program. Makin Island currently provides mentors to Park E.S. students in hope that positive role models can help mold future generations (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Matthew Hill/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 26, 2012) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Terrance Wells mans a 25 mm gun during a general quarters drill aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is the flag ship for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) , is 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 3rd Class Dustin Knight/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 28, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman James Sather performs maintenance on an M61A2 20mm Gatling gun in the bomb shop aboard aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lorenzo J. Burleson/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 28, 2013) Sailors board an MV-22 Osprey from the Marine Tiltrotor Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron (VMX) 22 aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is conducting training and carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kevin J. Steinberg/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 28, 2013) Sailors board an MH-53E Sea Dragon from the Vanguards of Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 14 aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is conducting training and carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kevin J. Steinberg/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Jan. 28, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) pulls away from the pier as she departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. This is the first time the ship has been out to sea since it arrived at Pearl Harbor. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jon Dasbach/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 29, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 picks up stores from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a vertical replenishment with the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 20, 2013) Marines run from an MH-60S Sea Hawk assigned to Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 after attaching supplies during a vertical replenishment aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20). Green Bay is part of the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) is 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 1st Class Elizabeth Merriam/Released)

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CAMP SHELBY, Miss. (Jan. 20, 2013) Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 15 fire the M2 .50-caliber machine gun while participating in a crew-served weapons range. NMCB 15 is mobilized in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and is an expeditionary element of U.S. Naval Forces that support various units worldwide through national force readiness, humanitarian assistance, and building and maintaining infrastructure. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Garas/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 24, 2013) An aircraft launches during night flight operations aboard the 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 cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2013) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) fires a Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) during a live-fire exercise. Kearsarge is conducting amphibious squadron/Marine expeditionary unit integration in preparation for a scheduled deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tamara Vaughn/Released)

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GROTON, Conn. (Jan. 28, 2013) The Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Mexico (SNN 779) docks at Naval Submarine Base New London following a scheduled underway. (U.S. Navy photograph by Lt. j.g. Jeff Prunera/Released)

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Jan. 28, 2013) A P-8A Poseidon aircraft from Patrol Squadron (VP) 16 flies over Naval Air Station Jacksonville. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gulianna Dunn/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 24, 2013) Personnel Specialist Seaman Marvis Hernton combats a simulated fire in the sheet metal shop aboard aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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