Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 1, 2013) Retired Marine Josue Barron (#35), a member of the Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) Wolfpack wheelchair basketball team, keeps the ball away from the Fort Sam Warriors. Wolfpack is made up of 13 military and civilian members and is one of 10 teams in the West Coast Conference of the National Wheelchair Basketball Association. The Wolfpacks beat the Warriors 54-35 and currently hold a 16-3 record. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Pyoung K. Yi/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Feb. 4, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) enters Souda Harbor. Nicholas is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk and currently deployed conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 1, 2013) Lt. Rayfield Golden, site director for the Center for Service Support Learning Site San Diego, ceremoniously cuts a ribbon at the Galley Watch Captains School during a ribbon cutting ceremony. The ribbon cutting ceremony signifies the reopening of the school after several renovations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stephen D. Doyle II/ Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 2, 2012) Machinery Repairman Fireman Norris May trains Hull Maintenance Technician 3rd Class Amanda Mathis on how to fabricate bolts in the machine shop aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting sea trials as the final stage of a six-month planned incremental availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist seaman Kristopher S. Haley/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 4, 2013) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Meghan Lerch updates the status board on the bridge of U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeff Troutman/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 4, 2013) Operations Specialst Seaman Angela Edwards uses a sound-powered phone while on watch on the bridge of U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeff Troutman/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 4, 2013) Sailors prepare a 25mm machine gun for a live-fire exercise aboard U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jared Harral/Released)

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SILVERDALE, Wash. (Feb. 1, 2013) Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Ryan Hortizuela performs a takedown on the "Red Man" after being sprayed with oleoresin capsicum during Auxiliary Security Force (ASF) training on Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor. Sailors are handpicked by their commands for the three-week ASF training that provides extra security to aid Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor in the event of an increased force protection requirement. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice William J. Blees/Released)

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NAVAL BASE KITSAP-BREMERTON, Wash. (Feb. 1, 2013) Sailors practice firefighting during a damage control drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is homeported in Bremerton, Wash., while undergoing a docked planned incremental availability maintenance period at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jacob Estes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 1, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) pulls alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) to conduct a refueling at sea. 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 Adam R. Brock/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN a (Jan. 25, 2013) A Puma helicopter delivers cargo on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during a vertical replenishment with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197). Germantown is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Interior Communications Electrician 2nd Class Brian C. Tellefsen/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2013) Quartermaster 3rd Class Marisol Rodriquez executes her quartermaster of the watch duties from the bridge of amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197). Germantown is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Interior Communications Electrician 2nd Class Brian C. Tellefsen/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) conducts a pre-aim calibration fire of a MK 15 Phalanx Close-In Weapons System (CIWS). Carl Vinson is underway conducting sea trials as the final stage of a six-month planned incremental availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Hazel/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 29, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman (Handling) Tyler Bayne removes the chock and chains from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Purple Foxes of Marine Medium Squadron (HMM) 364 (Reinforced) 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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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 3, 2013) Logistic Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Edmondson, assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42), searches the pockets of Operations Specialist 2nd Class Hugo Busane during a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) exercise aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). Tortuga is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gregory A. Harden II/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 6, 2013) A Sailor lowers the Navy jack aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) as it prepares to depart Naval Base San Diego for a scheduled underway. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Carlos M. Vazquez II/Released)

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NORFOLK (Feb. 6, 2013) Rear Adm. Kevin Sweeney, commander of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, addresses the media on the pier at Naval Station Norfolk shortly after the Secretary of Defense announced that the strike group's deployment will be delayed. The strike group recently completed a composite unit training exercise, which certified the strike group as ready to deploy. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tyler Caswell/Released)

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Feb. 6, 2013) A P-8A Poseidon assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 16 is seen in flight over Jacksonville, Fla. (U.S Navy photo by Personnel Specialist 1st Class Anthony Petry/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 5, 2013) Airman Bryan Daniels steers the ship while standing watch as helmsman on the bridge of the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). Tortuga is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gregory A. Harden II/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Ron Lingle fires an M240B machine gun during a live fire exercise aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for an upcoming deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Vargas/Released)

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NAVAL BASE KITSAP-BREMERTON, Wash. (Feb. 6, 2013) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus eats lunch with Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is currently homeported in Bremerton, Wash., while undergoing a docked planned incremental availability maintenance period at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shawn J. Stewart/Released)

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SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines (Feb. 5, 2013) Logistics Specialist Seaman Christopher Allen throws a line from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) to the pier as the ship moors for a port visit. Stockdale is part of the Nimitz Strike Group SAG and is focusing on maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Hooper/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 28, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Manolito Recto, from Vallejo, Calif., signals for the launch an aircraft 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. 26, 2013) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Alexandria King signals for an aircraft to test it's flaps 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. 25, 2013) Chaplain Lt. Andrew Edwards baptizes Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Jessica Matos 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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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 05, 2013) Sailors move supplies aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) during a connected replenishment. William P. Lawrence is currently operating in the U.S. 7th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Carla Ocampo/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 26, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Kyle McCarthy, middle, observes Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Jason Garcia as he directs an aircraft 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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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 5, 2013) Gunnery Sgt. Leonel Lora, middle, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU), uses a bore scope camera to verify the engine of a AV/8 Harrier is serviceable while Staff Sgt. Steven Vladiff, left, observes and Cpl. Justin Powers, top, turns the blades of the engine in the hangar bay aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group, currently on deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility, will take part in amphibious integration training (ATI), certification exercise (CERTEX) and participate in the annual multi-national combined joint training exercise Cobra Gold. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Betsy Knapper/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2013) Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) stand armed watch from a Humvee on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during a simulated strait transit. Kearsarge is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for an upcoming deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Tommy Lamkin/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2013) Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Kelly Chao defends herself against a simulated attacker after being sprayed with Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray during a security academy OC spray qualification aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting sea trials as the final stage of a six-month planned incremental availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Giovanni Squadrito/Released)

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Feb. 1, 2013) Chief Naval Air Crewman Mark Compton, assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 40, pushes a stretcher through the water after securing Air Crewman 3rd Class Joseph Turnbull during search and rescue training at the Aquatic Center at the University of North Florida. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Marcus L. Stanley/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 5, 2013) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) returns to homeport at San Diego after a six-month independent deployment to the U.S. 7th and 5th Fleet areas of responsibility. Gridley conducted eight successful Strait of Hormuz transits, escorting high value units in and out of the Arabian Gulf and conducted six high-visibility operations in the East and South China Seas to maintain U.S. maritime presence and improve regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rosalie Garcia/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2013) An AV-8B Harrier from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Rein.) approaches the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for an upcoming deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tamara Vaughn/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2013) An AV-8B Harrier from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Rein.) takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for an upcoming deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tamara Vaughn/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28 takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for an upcoming deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tamara Vaughn/Released)

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PASO ROBLES, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2013) Builder Constructionman William Reaws, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3, readies 40mm grenades to fire from the Mk19 grenade launcher during a weapons qualifications and familiarization exercise held at Camp Roberts. Approximately 400 Seabees from NMCB 3 received training on the M240B and Mk2 .50-caliber machine guns, the Mk19 and M203 grenade launchers, and the AT4 rocket launcher in preparation for a deployment scheduled later this year. NMCB 3 provides combatant commanders and Navy component commanders with combat-ready warfighters capable of general engineering, construction and limited combat engineering across the full range of military operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chris Fahey/Released)

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HONOLULU (Feb. 2, 2013) Rear Adm. Frank Ponds, commander of Navy Region Hawaii and Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, and his wife Carol Ponds participate in the Night in Chinatown Chinese New Year Parade. 2013 is the Year of the Snake, the sixth sign of the Chinese Zodiac which traditionally consists of 12 animal representations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Barker/Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (Feb. 7, 2013) Rear Adm. Sinclair Harris, Commander U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command and U.S. 4th Fleet, speaks with Capt. de Fragata Eduardo Torres Figueroa, commanding officer of Chilean submarine CS Simpson (SS-21). Simpson has been participating in the Navy's Diesel Electric Submarine Initiative which provides training opportunities against the real world threat of a modern, quiet, diesel-electric submarine. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Salt Cebe/Released)

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LOS ANGELES (Feb 1, 2013) Vice Adm. Michelle Howard, deputy commander of U.S Fleet Forces, poses for the press after receiving the Chairman's Award. The award is bestowed in recognition of special achievement and distinguished public service. Past honorees include U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin, former Vice President Al Gore and then-Senator Barack Obama. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael O'Day/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Jan. 31, 2013) Lance Cpl. Jason Hallett, assigned to Naval Medical Center San Diego's (NMCSD) Wounded Warrior Battalion-West Detachment, receives a coin from Vice Adm. Michelle Howard, deputy commander, U.S. Fleet Forces. The purpose of Howard's visit was to tour the C5 facility and raise morale of wounded, ill and injured service members. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Clay M. Whaley/HIPAA Complete)

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Feb 04,2013
Carlsbad, Ca - CARLSBAD, Calif. – John F. Farritor, a retired first sergeant and the oldest Marine in the room, bites into a birthday cake presented to him by Maj. Gen. Ronald Bailey, the 1st Marine Division commanding general, during a dinner in celebration of the 72nd anniversary of the founding of the 1st Marine Division at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, Calif., Feb. 1, 2013. Farritor, 93-year-old member of the 1st Marine Division Association, and a resident of Vista, Calif., served as an artilleryman from 1941 to 1971. He saw action in the Korean War in the 11th Marine Regiment under the command of Maj. Gen. Oliver P. Smith. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jacob H. Harrer)

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PENSACOLA, Fla. (Feb. 5, 2013) The flight deck crash and salvage team from the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) trains at the Naval Air Technical Training Center (NATTC) in preparation for deployment. The team travels to NATTC at Naval Air Station Pensacola every 18 months to get specialized training for new members and to refresh veteran members' skills. (U.S. Navy photo by Jonathan Bacon/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 07, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Alfred Ranili signals for the launch of an F/A-18C Hornet from the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 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 (Feb. 6, 2013) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) is underway participating in a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the United States in preparation for an upcoming deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tamara Vaughn/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Reinforced) approaches the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is participating in a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the United States in preparation for an upcoming deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Vargas/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 30, 2013) A UH-1Y Venom Huey helicopter assigned to the Purple Foxes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 364 (Reinforced) lands aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) during exercise Leading Edge 2013. Green Bay is part of the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU), 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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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 30, 2013) An AS-550C3 Thunder helicopter assigned to Presidents Guard Aviation Group 18 from the United Arab Emirates departs the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) during exercise Leading Edge 2013. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Elizabeth Merriam/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 6, 2013) Interior Communications Electrician 3rd Class Lynzi Miller practices nonlethal tactics on Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 3rd Class Laurie Volz during security reaction force basic training aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham 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 photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2013) The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Tennessee (SSBN 734) returns to Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. Tennessee deployed for operations more than three months ago. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James Kimber/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2013) The Stiletto Maritime Demonstration Program team launches and 11-meter rigid-hull inflatable boat from the high-speed experimental boat Stiletto. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2013) The high-speed experimental boat Stiletto pulls in to refuel before heading back out for evening observations. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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Feb 08,2013
USS BONHOMME RICHARD, LHD-6, At Sea - Private First Class Loc C. Huynh, a rifleman with Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, enjoys the sunshine from the flight deck here, Feb. 7. Huynh had an uphill battle to achieve the kind of life that has taken him around the world. Born in Vietnam and raised in Compton, Calif., Huynh began his American journey as a non-English speaking immigrant yet persevered through a dangerous childhood to become a United States Marine. The 31st MEU is the only continuously forward-deployed MEU and is the Marine Corps’ force in readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2013) An AV-8B Harrier from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is participating in a composite rraining unit exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the United States in preparation for an upcoming deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Abraham Essenmacher/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2013) A Marine AV-8B Harrier prepares to land as another Marine AV-8B Harrier prepares to take off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is currently underway 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 (Feb. 9, 2012) Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 63, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, departs the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during exercise Iron Fist 2013. Boxer is currently underway off the coast of Southern California. (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Veronica Mammina/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2013) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Shamus McManaman, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, mans a .50-caliber machine gun from an MH-60S Sea Hawk during a simulated straits transit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Abraham Essenmacher/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2013) U.S. Marines and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel disembark from Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1648 in the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is currently underway off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher B. Janik/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (HMM) 166 moves down the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is currently underway 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 (Feb. 7, 2013) A landing signalman directs an MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 166 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is currently underway off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Veronica Mammina/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2013) Sailors secure an MH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter onto the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is currently underway off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class J. Michael Schwartz/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2013) Sailors from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) lower a mannequin from the training support vessel USS Prevail (TSV 1) to a rigid hull inflatable boat during a visit, board search and seizure (VBSS) team training exercise. Carter Hall is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for a deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chelsea Mandello/Released)

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NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain (Feb. 10, 2013) Master-at-arms assigned to Naval Security Forces (NSF) Bahrain practice unarmed strikes as part of the NSF Academy. NSF Academy is a three-week course NSF MA's take before assuming their duties aboard NSA Bahrain. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)

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HAT YAO BEACH, Thailand (Feb. 10, 2013) A light armored vehicle exits Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 30 during an offload evolution in preparation for exercise Cobra Gold 2013. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group, currently on deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility, will take part in amphibious integration training, certification exercise and participate in the annual multinational combined joint training exercise Cobra Gold. (U. S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amanda S. Kitchner/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 10, 2013) Sailors perform maintenance checks on aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during sunset. 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 (Feb. 10, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Sara Sarginson, from Greenville Ill., performs a maintenance check on a bomb rack aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN74). 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 Seaman Apprentice Ignacio D. Perez/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 10, 2013) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Jake Ramirez, from Dearborn, Mich., left, and Gunner's Mate Seaman Jeff Dougherty, from Copperopolis, Calif., clean a gun mount on the fantail 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 Seaman Marco Villasana/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 26, 2013) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Tophatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14 launches 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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PEARL HARBOR (Feb. 11, 2013) The guided-missile cruiser USS Port Royal (CG 73) passes by the USS Arizona and USS Missouri Memorials as it departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in the theater anti-submarine warfare phase of the Submarine Commander's Course and task group exercise. The exercise is scheduled to take place off the coast of Oahu. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Diana Quinlan/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 11, 2013) Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Jason Limbach, from Parkersberg, W.Va., looks out into the hangar bay 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 Seaman Apprentice Ignacio D. Perez/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2013) An AV-8B Harrier from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Rein.) lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for a deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Abraham Essenmacher/Released)

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SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines (Feb. 11, 2013) Quartermaster 3rd Class Larissa Mejia Castillo assumes her post as the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) departs Subic Bay, Republic of the Philippines after a port visit. Stockdale is transiting of the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Hooper/Released)

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OTARU, Japan (Feb. 8, 2013) The Arleigh Burk-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) takes on fuel pier side in Otaru, Japan. Lassen is one of seven U.S. Navy destroyers forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, and is on patrol in the western Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ramon G. Go/Released)

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SAN DIEGO BAY(Feb. 11, 2012) Sailors shift colors on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class George M. Bell/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 11, 2013) Sailors participate in flight deck barricade drills aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Hazel/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 11, 2013) Sailors participate in flight deck barricade drills aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Iain L. Stratton/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2013) Sailors from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) conduct a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team training exercise aboard training support vessel USNS Prevail (TSV 1). Carter Hall is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for a scheduled deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chelsea Mandello/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 5, 2013) Chief Master-at-Arms Dwayne Belcher instructs Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 3rd Class Laurie Volz in how to use proper nonlethal tactics on Interior Communications Electrician 3rd Class Lynzi Miller during security reaction force basic training aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham 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 Deven B. King/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 5, 2013) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Beck transfers a tray of desserts through the bakery of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47). Rushmore is a part of 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 2nd Class Shawnte Bryan/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 1, 2013) A working party consisting of Sailors and Marines transfers supplies across the boat deck aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) during a replenishment-at-sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Shawnte Bryan/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 1, 2013) Sailors hook cargo onto an AS 332 Super Puma helicopter on the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) during a replenishment-at-sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Shawnte Bryan/Released)

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GROTON, Conn. (Feb. 8, 2013) Sailors assigned to the Virginia-class attack submarine USS Missouri (SSN 780) shovel the initial blanket of snow from their pier as a strong storm arrives in Connecticut. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jason J. Perry/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2013) Sailors in a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) are hoisted aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). Mesa Verde is at sea conducting exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sabrina Fine/Released)

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CAMP ROBERTS, Calif. (Feb. 12, 2013) Lt. Daniel Oh, left, a student at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS), gets instructions from Philly Croteau, of Physical Services, Inc., on how to operate a remote-controlled quad rotor aerial vehicle during Joint Interagency Field Experiment (JTFIX) 13-2. JIFX is a four-day field experiment hosted and coordinated by NPS, and is a sponsored research program that provides combatant commanders, as wells as state, local and federal agencies an environment in which they can rapidly test, evaluate, and refine emerging technology in support of warfighters and first responders. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Grant P. Ammon/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Shandalyn Cupp takes tension on a C-2A Greyhound from Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy A. Hazel/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2013) Sailors watch as an F/A-18C Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113 approaches the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class George M. Bell/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb 10, 2013) The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) is underway in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lacordrick Wilson/Released)

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GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 13, 2013) Marines board a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility and is taking part in Cobra Gold, a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored multinational joint exercise designed to advance regional security by exercising a robust multinational force from nations sharing common goals and security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam M. Bennett/Released)

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GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 13, 2013) Hull Maintenance Technician 2nd Class Conan Hartney grinds down the bolt of a watertight door in the HT shop aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility and is taking part in Cobra Gold, a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored multinational joint exercise designed to advance regional security by exercising a robust multinational force from nations sharing common goals and security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region. (U. S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amanda S. Kitchner/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2013) Culinary Specialist Seaman Josh O'Connell works out while the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) is alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187) to conduct a refueling-at-sea.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Iain L. Stratton/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2013) Sailors from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73 perform maintenance on an HH-6OH Sea Hawk aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jacob G. Kaucher/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 13, 2013) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Albuquerque (SSN 706) is moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka during a deployment to the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David Mercil/released)

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GULF OF MEXICO (Feb. 10, 2013) The RQ-21A Small Tactical Unmanned Air System (STUAS) is recovered with the flight recovery apparatus cable aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) after its first flight at sea. Mesa Verde is underway conducting exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sabrina Fine/Released)

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GULF OF MEXICO (Feb. 10, 2013) Members of the RQ-21A Small Tactical Unmanned Air System (STUAS) test team transport the RQ-21A across the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) after its first flight at sea. Mesa Verde is underway conducting exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sabrina Fine/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2013) A Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block 1A interceptor is launched from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a Missile Defense Agency and U.S. Navy test in the Pacific Ocean. The SM-3 Block 1A successfully intercepted a target missile that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. (U.S. Navy photos/Released)

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NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (Feb 14, 2013) The Military Sealift Command joint high-speed vessel USNS Spearhead (JHSV 1) arrives for a port visit to Naval Station Mayport. Spearhead is scheduled to support future Southern Partnership Station missions in the U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility. The new class of high speed vessels are capable of transporting approximately 600 tons of equipment and military personnel 1,200 miles at an average speed of 35 knots. (U.S. Navy photos by Lt. Cmdr. Corey Barker/Released)

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MAYPORT, Fla. (Feb. 14, 2013) Sailors stationed at Naval Station Mayport pull in the mooring lines of the Military Sealift Command joint high-speed vessel USNS Spearhead (JHSV-1) as it pulls into Naval Station Mayport to be inspected by Rear Adm. Sinclair M. Harris, commander of U.S. 4th Fleet. Spearhead is the first of of nine Navy joint high-speed vessels and is designed for rapid intra-theater transport of troops and military equipment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Damian Berg/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 14, 2013) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Dan Turner, center, holds a flag indicating white smoke is out during a general quarters drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lorenzo J. Burleson/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 14, 2013) Culinary Specialist 1st Class Gomer Cubol, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), helps 2nd grade students at The Sullivans Elementary School at Fleet Activities Yokosuka with a classroom assignment during a community service event. (Released/U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialst 2nd Class Jeff Troutman/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Feb. 14, 2013) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after a hull swap with guided-missile destroyer USS Russell (DDG 59). Hull swaps, or ship rotations, are part of the Navy's long-term plan to routinely replace older ships with newer more capable ships. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Diana N. Quinlan/Released)

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GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 14, 2013) Marines board a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility and taking part in Cobra Gold 2013, a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored multinational joint exercise designed to advance regional security by exercising a robust multinational force from nations sharing common goals and security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam M. Bennett/Released)

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GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 14, 2013) Aviation boatswain's mates (Handling) run to remove chocks and chains from CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility and taking part in Cobra Gold 2013, a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored multinational joint exercise designed to advance regional security by exercising a robust multinational force from nations sharing common goals and security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam M. Bennett/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey takes flight off the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4).Boxer is underway off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan Valverde/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey takes flight from the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is underway off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher B. Janik/Released)

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GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 14, 2013) Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Sun Ah Moon, from Palo Alto, Calif., mans a throttle as chief engineer Lt. Cmdr. Eric Williams, from Vaiden, Miss., observes in the ship's engineering control room aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility and taking part in Cobra Gold 2013, a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored multinational joint exercise designed to advance regional security by exercising a robust multinational force from nations sharing common goals and security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Betsy Knapper/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2013) MV-22 Ospreys get ready to take flight from the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is underway off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan Valverde/Released)

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