US Military Pictures & Videos

U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Troy Mechanic searches an Afghan man for weapons during a mission in the village of Siah Choy, west of Kandahar in Zhari district early May 1, 2008.
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U.S. Marines, from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, take cover as marine artillery strikes Taliban positions near the town of Garmser in Helmand Province of Afghanistan Friday May 2, 2008. (AP Photo/David Guttenfelder)​

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U.S. Marines, from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, return fire on Taliban positions near the town of Garmser in Helmand Province of Afghanistan Friday May 2, 2008. (AP Photo/David Guttenfelder)​

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SAN DIEGO. (May 1, 2008) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Dung Pham says goodbye to a loved one before boarding the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) for Pacific Partnership 2008. Pacific Partnership 2008 is designed to strengthen the goodwill developed during previous humanitarian civic assistance missions. Mercy is scheduled to visit the Republic of Philippines, Vietnam, Timor Leste, Papua New Guinea and the Federated States of Micronesia. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Cale Bentley (Released)

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SAN DIEGO (May 01, 2008) Military Sealift Command (MSC) hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) departs San Diego Bay to begin a humanitarian mission to the Western Pacific and Southeast Asia. Pacific Partnership 2008 is designed to strengthen the goodwill developed during previous humanitarian civic assistance missions. Mercy is scheduled to visit the Republic of Philippines, Vietnam, Timor Leste, Papua New Guinea and the Federated States of Micronesia. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Don Bray (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 1, 2008) Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Donald Worley shows Dale Earnhardt Jr. the GBU-24 bomb in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Earnhardt visited the ship to thank Sailors for their service. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and embarked airwing are conducting a Composite Training Unit Exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John Suits (Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (May 1, 2008) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Michael Quintos, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), directs the pilot of an AV-8B Harrier assigned to the "Nightmares" of Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 513. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gabriel S. Weber (Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Apr. 25, 2008) Deck department Sailors assigned to the guided missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) prepare to receive fuel during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David Wyscaver (Released)

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PERSIAN GULF (April 24, 2008) The visit, board, search, and seizure team assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) steams through the Gulf in a ridged-hull inflatable boat to assist fishing dhows during approach operations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Cory Rose (Released)

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United States marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit sat with flashlights as they called in artillery strikes on a nearby compound that was a source of enemy fire, near Garmser, a town in Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
Photo: David Guttenfelder/Associated Press

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An Iraqi boy looks up a US soldier of 1st Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division during a joint air assault with Iraqi soldiers of 1st Brigade, 3rd Battalion, in Al-Rudwaniyah, on the southwest edge of Baghdad.

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More fine phots from the Worlds Greatest Navy!

GUAM (April 20, 2008) Sailors assigned to the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) hoist the Union Jack during a port visit to Guam. Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John Wagner (Released)

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BUCKNER BAY, Okinawa (April 25, 2008) Members of the visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) team assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) check their weapons before an evaluated non-compliant boarding exercise. Harpers Ferry recently completed unit level training assessment-certification (ULTRA-C). An ULTRA-C certification shows a ship's competency in fire fighting, anchoring, small boat attack and various other items evaluated by assessors from Afloat Training Group (ATG). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael D. Kennedy (Released)

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FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. (April 19, 2008) Construction Electrician 3rd Class David Dooley, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 4 mans an MK-19 automatic crew serve grenade launcher while protecting the lines during field training exercise "Bearing Duel." U.S.Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge (Released)

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PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (May 2, 2008) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Port Royal (CG 73) passes the USS Arizona Memorial as she makes her way pier side to Naval Station Pearl Harbor. Port Royal and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Hopper (DDG 70) returned to their homeport after a six-month deployment to the western Pacific Ocean as part of the Tarawa Expeditionary Strike Group. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James E. Foehl (Released)

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PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (May 2, 2008) Sailors assigned to the Pearl Harbor-based Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) stand in formation wearing their full dress white uniforms before a change of command ceremony aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial. Commander Brent E. Smith relieved Cmdr. Chris J. Bushnell as commanding officer of the Paul Hamilton. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James E. Foehl (Released)

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PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (May 2, 2008) Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Port Royal (CG 73) rush to the pier to reunite with friends and family after returning to Naval Station Pearl Harbor. Port Royal and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Hopper (DDG 70) returned to their homeport after a six-month deployment to the western Pacific Ocean as part of the Tarawa Expeditionary Strike Group. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James E. Foehl (Released)

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PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (May 2, 2008) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class David Tercero, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Hopper (DDG 70), embraces his finance on the pier after returning to Naval Station Pearl Harbor. Hopper and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Port Royal (CG 73) returned to their homeport after a six-month deployment to the western Pacific Ocean as part of the Tarawa Expeditionary Strike Group. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James E. Foehl (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 5, 2008) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handing) 3rd Class Darcee Pakla directs an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Valions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 15 during flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and embarked airwing are conducting Composite Training Unit Exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (Released)

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SAN DIEGO (April 24, 2008) An MH-60R Seahawk assigned to the "Raptors" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71 fires the first of four live Hellfire missiles fired by aircraft assigned to a deployable squadron. The first MH-60R squadron aircraft is replacing the SH-60B and SH-60F aircraft to combine the capabilities of the two aircraft and has the capability to deploy the AGM-114 series Hellfire missile laser-guided precision air-to-surface missile. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark A. Leonesio (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 4, 2008) Two Navy F/A-18F Super Hornets assigned to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 make a low pass over the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) during a Composite Training Unit Exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 4, 2008) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Tomcatters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) during a Composite Training Unit Exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Laird (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 3, 2008) Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Willard Marlan, assigned to the "Golden Warriors" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 87, tightens a clamp holding a heat shield over the engine of an F/A-18A Super Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) during a Composite Training Unit Exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Wilyanna Harper (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 3, 2008)The Landing Craft Air Cushioned 42 (LCAC 42) maneuvers in the San Diego Bay Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Samuel Calderon, assigned to the "Golden Warriors" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 87, moves an F/A -18A+ Super Hornet engine through the hangar bay aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) during a Composite Training Unit Exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Wilyanna Harper (Released)

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The Landing Craft Air Cushioned 42 (LCAC 42) maneuvers in the San Diego Bay SAN DIEGO, Calif. (May 3, 2008) to start the annual Fleet Week activities, including a parade of ships, flyovers by Navy and Coast Guard aircraft, and a Red Bull air race in the harbor. U.S. Navy photo by Mahlon K. Miller (Released

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 2, 2008) Lt. Wesley Blackwell, left, the Commanding Officer of Helicopter Squadron (HS) 3, and Cmdr. Mark Truluck, perform a pre-flight check on an SH-60F Seahawk aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) during a composite training unit exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (Released)

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GULF OF THAILAND, Thailand (May 2, 2008) Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) roll down the ramp of the Military Sealift Command Marine Corps roll-on.roll-off ship USNS 1st Lt Baldomero Lopez (T-AK 3010) onto the roll-on/roll-off discharge facility as part of exercise Freedom Banner 08. Freedom Banner 08 is a maritime prepositioning force exercise conducted in Chuk Samet, Thailand to provide equipment used by the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade in support of exercise Cobra Gold. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian P. Caracci (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 29, 2008) A Sailor directs a C-2A Greyhound assigned to Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is participating in Partnership of the Americas (POA) 2008, a multinational exercise designed to enhance regional security and interoperability with maritime partners. US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Schoeneberg (Released)

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Excellent selection of photos gents!p-)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 5, 2008) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Virgil Wright and Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Marisa Moore transport a laser guided training round (LTGR) to be moved into weapons elevator four in hangar bay one of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 are conducting composite training unit exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John Suits (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 4, 2008) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Prentice Tyler gives a thumbs up as an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 launches from catapult three aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 are conducting composite training unit exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (Released)

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DENVER,CO (May 4, 2008) An Explosive Ordnance Disposal robot amuses a young boy during the Cinco de Mayo celebration in downtown Denver. The festival coincided with Denver's fourth Navy Week. More than 20 cities throughout the United States will host Navy Weeks in 2008 in an effort to raise awareness in metropolitan areas that do not have a significant Fleet presence. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Steve Carlson (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 4, 2008) Deck department Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) lower a ridged-hull inflatable boat into the water off the coast of Mayport, Fla. Ramage is participating in the Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group Integration Exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason R. Zalasky (Released)

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DENVER (May 3, 2008) Sailors from Navy Recruiting District (NRD) Denver parade the colors to start the Cinco de Mayo festival. The annual celebration ran concurrently with the 4th annual Denver Navy Week celebration. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Sheehan (Released)

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SEWARD, Alaska (May 3, 2008) The guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) arrives in Seward harbor to resupply before before participating in the two-week Northern Edge joint exercise. Northern Edge involves units from all U.S. military services to enhance interoperability and cooperation. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Steffen (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 5, 2008) Hospital Corpsmen prepare a victim to be transported onto an SH-60 Seahawk helicopter during a simulated medical evacuation aboard the amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). Blue Ridge serves under Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 7/Task Force (CTF) 76, the Navy's only forward deployed amphibious force. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Heidi McCormick (Released)

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More photos for our fine members!

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 6, 2008) Lt. Cmdr. Stephen Riggs launches an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Kitty Hawk and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 are on a spring deployment – the ship's last before being replaced by the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kyle D. Gahlau (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 6, 2008) Crew members guide an AV-8B Harrier to the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is on a scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dustin Kelling (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 6, 2008) A MH-60S Seahawk helicopter lifts off the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is on a scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dustin Kelling (Released)

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U.S. Marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit try to take shelter from a sand storm at forward operating base Dwyer in the Helmand province of southern Afghanistan.

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7,2008) Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Justin Beals mans a .50 caliber machine gun during a general quarters drill aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is on a scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sarah E. Bitter (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7,2008) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Cecil Ford mans the 25mm machine gun during a general quarters drill aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is on a scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sarah E. Bitter (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 7, 2008) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Jerry White pushes a skid containing captive air training missiles (CATM) aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 are conducting composite training unit exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Wilyanna C. Harper (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 7, 2008) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Cody Slaten inspects a bomb aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and embarked Carrier Air Wing a (CVW) conducting composite training unit exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Wilyanna C. Harper (Released)

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VLADIVOSTOK, Russia (May 07, 2008) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63) man the rails as they enter Vladivostok for a scheduled port visit. Stethem is one of seven Arleigh Burke-class destroyers assigned to Destroyer Squadron 15, which operates out of Yokosuka, Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew R. White (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7, 2008) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Christopher Alegria stands bow catapult center deck operator as an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Black Knights" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154 prepares to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 are off the coast of Southern California conducting flight deck certification. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ron Reeves (Released)

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GROTON, Conn. (May 6, 2008) USS Hawaii (SSN 776) returns to Naval Submarine Base New London from her maiden deployment. U.S. Navy photo by John Narewski (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 6, 2008) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) sails in the Pacific as the sun breaks over the horizon. George Washington is participating in Partnership of the Americas (POA) 2008, a multinational exercise designed to enhance regional security and maritime partnership. US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Clifford L. H. Davis (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 6, 2008) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Darcee Pakla directs an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Valions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 15 towards catapult two during flight operations aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 6, 2008) Weapons department Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) stand force protection .50 caliber machine-gun watch as the ship pulls out of San Diego. John C. Stennis and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 are conducting flight deck certification. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Walter M. Wayman (Released)

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CAMP PENDLETON, Calif (May 7, 2008) Navy Reservists Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Theo Carter, right, and Sonar Technician 1st Class Larry Arndt, left take turns shooting at a target target as Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Steve Urban checks the target during the All Navy Rifle Match at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, CA. Teams made up of active duty, reserve and several Marine Corps units competed in the day-long event with the active duty navy team winning the overall competition. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Moriatis (Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (May 11, 2008) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) embarked aboard the USS Essex (LHD 2) stack water bladders for possible distribution to victims of Cyclone Nargis. The Essex Expeditionary Group is steaming toward the cost of Burma for a possible humanitarian assistance mission in the wake of Cyclone Nargis. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ryan Wicks (Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Crete, Greece (May 10, 2008) The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Albany (SSN 753) arrives in Souda harbor for a routine port visit during a six-month deployment as part of the Nassau Expeditionary Strike Group in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7, 2008) An F/A-18C Hornet from the "Death Rattlers" of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 323 prepares to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during flight operations. Stennis and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 are under way off the coast of Southern California conducting flight deck certification. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathen Davis (Released)

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KUWAIT (April 14, 2008) Postal Clerk 1st Class Monica Adams, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction (NMCB) 3, makes her final leg to Iraq aboard a C-17 Globemaster cargo plane, which will take her from Ali Al Salim Air Force base, Kuwait to Al Taqaddum, Iraq. From there, she will travel by convoy to her final destination in Al Ramadi, Iraq. Seabees from NMCB-3 are on a six-month deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan supporting Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carmichael Yepez (Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (May 8, 2008) A F/A-18 Hornet takes off from the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Kitty Hawk and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 are on a spring deployment -- the ship's last before being replaced by USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Anthony R. Martinez (Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (May 8, 2008) Two aircraft directors wait to taxi a Strike Fighter Squadron 102 F/A-18F Super Hornet as it lands on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Kitty Hawk operates from Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Anthony R. Martinez (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2008) An MK-15 Phalanx close-in weapons system aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) fires rounds during a pre-aim calibration fire exercise. Ramage is participating in Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group Integration training. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason R. Zalasky (Released

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 13, 2008) Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) 26 prepare to disembark the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) to go on a training raid on Camp Lejeune, N.C. Iwo Jima and the 26 MEU are participating in the Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group Integration training (ESGINT). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chad R. Erdmann (Released)

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PACFIC OCEAN (May 12, 2008) A T-45C Goshawk assigned to Training Wing (TW) 2 out of Kingsville, Texas lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stennis and Training Air Wings 1 and 2 are conducting Naval Aviation Training Command carrier qualifications off the coast of southern California. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ron Reeves (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 11, 2008) An MH-60S Seahawk assigned to the "Eightballers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Eight (HSC) 8 approaches for a landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stennis recently added more landing space to the flight deck to accommodate a second helicopter squadron. Stennis and Training Air Wings 1 and 2 are conducting Naval Aviation Training Command carrier qualifications off the coast of southern California. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Davis Anderson (Released)

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ALDEA EL HIGUERAL, Guatemala (May 10, 2008) Utilitiesman 3rd Class Jessica San Roque, assigned to Construction Batallion Maintenance Unit (CBMU) 303 embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), resizes a post to be used in building a small shed at the Aldea El Higueral school renovation site during Continuing Promise (CP) 2008, a two-month Humanitarian Civic Assistance mission to Central and South America. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Jarvis (Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 12, 2008) Marines assigned to 2nd Recon Battalion, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26 MEU), prepare to disembark the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) on a combat rubber reconnaissance craft. Iwo Jima and the 26-MEU are participating in the Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group integration exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chad R. Erdmann (Released)

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PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (May 12, 2008) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Allen Cameron and Aviation Support Equipment Technician 1st Class Juan Mejia lower the National Ensign aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) for the ship's departure from Pearl Harbor. Peleliu is currently in Pearl Harbor for a scheduled port visit. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Shannon K. Cassidy (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 12, 2008) Two EA-6B Prowlers, assigned to the "Black Ravens" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 135, are prepared for launch aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Orrin Batiste (Released)

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PATTAYA, Thailand (May 12, 2008) Air Force Senior Airman Daniel L. Mortensen, a loadmaster with the 36th Air Lift Squadron in Yokota, Japan, secures a pallet of supplies to be flown to Burma from Utaphao International Airport in Pattaya. The Air Force is part of Joint Task Force Caring Response, the joint humanitarian assistance and disaster relief effort for Burmese citizens devastated by the recent cyclone. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Robert A. Harding (Released)

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PERSIAN GULF (May 11, 2008) Aircraft directors are reflected in the shooter's bubble as they position an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the "Lancers" of Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron (VAQ) 131 onto a steam powered catapult aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations. U.S Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans (Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7, 2008) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Rocky Lauesi fires an M-60 machine gun from the fantail of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joseph Pol Sebastian Gocong (Released)

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No hi-res for these US Army PIX!

American soldiers in the 2-30 Cavalry Regiment of the 10th Mountain Division watched as helicopters arrived for the start of an overnight air assault mission in the early morning hours in Baghdad.
Photo: Chris Hondros/Getty Images

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The helicopter mission dropped dozens of soldiers into a farm field in east Baghdad, to look for a weapons cache in a nearby farmhouse, where insurgents were suspected of staying. But no weapons cache was found. Several men found sleeping at the farm were detained and questioned by the soldiers.
Photo: Chris Hondros/Getty Images

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WOOLMARKET, Miss. (May 14, 2008) Utilitiesman 2nd Class Adrian Bell, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7, fires on his target with the M-16A2E3 service rifle in the kneeling position during his annual Navy rifle qualification. The rifle qualification is part of each Seabee's homeport training schedule and is updated yearly. NMCB-7 is currently in its training stages for an upcoming deployment to U.S. Forces Central Command. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael B. Lavender (Released)

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WOOLMARKET, Miss. (May 14, 2008) Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7 fire on their target in the prone position during their annual Navy rifle qualification. The rifle qualification is part of each Seabee's homeport training schedule and is updated yearly. NMCB-7 is in its training stages for an upcoming deployment to U.S. Forces Central Command. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael B. Lavender (Released)

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PACFIC OCEAN (May 13, 2008) Aircraft launching officer Lt. Everett Alcorn signals the launch of a T-45C Goshawk from Training Wing (TW) 1 from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stennis and embarked TW-1 and 2 are conducting Naval Aviation Training Command carrier qualifications off the coast of Southern California. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ron Reeves (Released)

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if your a stickler for details you would have noted the the pockets and patches on the 10th mountain uniforms are not those of the regular ACU. they are wearing the Army Combat Shirt a long sleeve mock neck shirt that is akin to the clothing worn by athletes only Fire proof. .

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Aviation Warfare Systems Operator 2nd Class (AW/NAC) Alan TenBroeck of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 51 poses for a photo with an Indonesian media representative inside an SH-60F on the flight deck of USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19).

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Night Stalker legal non-commissioned officer in charge Staff Sgt. Kevin Conley, negotiates one of the stages of the match. (Photo by Kimberly T. Laudano, 160th Public Affairs)

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Members of the United States Army Special Operations Command Parachute Demonstration Team, the Black Daggars, listen to last minute instructions prior to a jump at their practice jump field in Raeford, NC. (U.S. Army Photo by Geary McSpadden, USASOC PAO)

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The Stryker Mobile Gun System is an eight-wheeled armored fighting vehicle mounting a 105 mm turret cannon. The 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment has been training on the MGS since July 2007. (U.S. Army photo/Pfc. Alicia C. Torbush)

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Soldiers from Several U.S. Army Alaska units pose with Hunter Ellis, former Navy Fighter pilot, after completing a Medical Evacuation exercise during Cold Weather Leader Course March 4. (U.S. Army photo/Spc. Kevin Flatley)

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The film crew from the History channel shoots footage of Soldiers using a Small Unit Support Vehicle during Cold Weather Leader Course at Black Rapids Feb. 26. (U.S. Army photo/Spc. Kevin Flatley)

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Ensuring the site is secure, Pfc. Logan Allen, a native of Statesville, N.C., now with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, at Fort Wainwright provides force protection during the two-day Air Assault field training exercise at Fort Yukon training center.

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Cpl. Daniel A. Woolwine of Toledo, Ohio, with C Company, 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment at Fort Wainwright, provides security in a doorway during a Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain training simulation held on March 26. (U.S. Army photo/Spc. Elayseah Woodard-Hinton)