American Flags on Naval Ships

Images showcase U.S. Navy personnel hoisting and saluting the American flag aboard various naval vessels during ceremonies and operations, capturing patriotic sentiments.

A tug moves the USS AVENGER (CMC-1) away from the pier as preparations are made for loading the mine countermeasure ship aboard the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. The SUPER SERVANT 3 will transport ADROIT and other minesweepers to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD/STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220502-N-IL330-1052 SAN DIEGO (May 2, 2022) - Sailors hoist the battle ensign aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 2, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

A tug moves the USS AVENGER (CMC-1) away from the pier as preparations are made for loading the mine countermeasure ship aboard the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. The SUPER SERVANT 3 will transport ADROIT and other minesweepers to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD/STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmen stand at attention after the colors are raised aboard the first Aegis guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG-47), during commissioning ceremonies at Ingalls Shipbuilding. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A second class petty officer salutes the American flag that has just been raised for the first time during the commissioning ceremony for the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HOUSTON (SSN-713). Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

As the sun sets behind an American flag, evening colors are in preparation aboard USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) in the Port City of Antofagasta, Chile, during Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Base: USS Reuben James (FFG 57)

SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 27 2013) Seaman Jonathan Amaya, from Morristown, N.J., salutes the Union 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.

The American flag flies at half mast from the stern of the battleship USS Iowa (BB-61) as the ship returns to home port following an exposion which killed 47 crew members. The explosion occurred inthe No. 2 16-inch gun turret as the Iowa was conducting routine gunnery exercises approximately 300 miles northeast of Puerto Rico on April 19th. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, Washington. The US flag is hoisted at the stern of the USS TAURUS (PHM 3) during the commissioning ceremony for the hydrofoil. Base: Bremerton State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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Crew members observe the coastline of Malta from the fantail of the guided missile cruiser USS BELKNAP (CG 26), flagship of the United States Sixth Fleet. The ship is in port in preparation for the summit meeting between President George H.W. Bush and Soviet Chairman Mikhail Gorbachev to be held on December 2-3. Base: Marsaxlokk Bay Country: Malta (MLT)

Bow view of the frigate USS W. S. SIMS (FF-1059) seen from the deck of the destroyer USS JOHN RODGERS (DD-983), during a port visit. Base: Casablanca Country: Morocco (MAR)

A crowd of family members and friends welcomes the frigate USS ELMER MONTGOMERY (FF-1082) as it comes alongside the pier. The ELMER MONTGOMERY and other ships of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are returning to Mayport after being deployed in the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

161022-N-N0101-104DETROIT (Oct. 22, 2016) The national ensign flies over the Navy's newest Freedom-variant littoral combat ship, USS Detroit (LCS 7) during the ships commissioning ceremony. LCS-7 is the sixth U.S. ship named in honor of city of Detroit.

BUSAN, Republic of Korea (May 11, 2013) Sailors raise the ensign as the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) pulls in to Busan, Republic of Korea, for a port visit. Nimitz is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 23, 2022) Ensign Christopher Rielage, from Fairfax, Virginia, scans the horizon for contacts from the bridgewing aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65). Benfold is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

A crewman stands on the deck of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS GEORGIA (SSBN 729) during the commissioning ceremony. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

As seen from the stern of a departing boat, the amphibious assault ship USS GUADALCANAL (LPH-7) lies at anchor in the city's harbor. The GUADALCANAL is providing personnel and logistical support for Operation Provide Comfort, a multinational effort to aid Kurdish refugees in southern Turkey and northern Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Base: Iskenderum Country: Turkey(TUR)

060324-N-6997B-108. Base: Naval Hospital, Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN)

221025-N-LK647-1214 ATLANTIC OCEANA view of the battle ensign and battle flag of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) flying during a photo exercise, while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 25, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

GUANABARA BAY, Brazil (Sept. 7, 2022) Ensign Braeden Wirthwein, from Knoxville, Tennessee, and Cryptologic Technician Collection 1st Class Tommy Larrieu, from Biloxi, Mississippi, man the rails aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) during the Parade of Ships marking Brazils bicentennial during UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 7, 2022. . UNITAS is the worlds longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Brazil, it brings together multinational forces from Belize, Brazil, Cameroon, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, South Korea, Spain, United Kingdom, Uruguay, and the United States conducting operations in and off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. The exercise trains forces to conduct joint maritime operations through the execution of anti-surface, anti-submarine, anti-air, amphibious and electronic warfare operations that enhance warfighting proficiency and increase interoperability

GUANABARA BAY, Brazil (Sept. 7, 2022) Ensign Braeden Wirthwein, from Knoxville, Tennessee, and Cryptologic Technician Collection 1st Class Tommy Larrieu, from Biloxi, Mississippi, man the rails aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) during the Parade of Ships marking Brazils bicentennial during UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 7, 2022. . UNITAS is the worlds longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Brazil, it brings together multinational forces from Belize, Brazil, Cameroon, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, South Korea, Spain, United Kingdom, Uruguay, and the United States conducting operations in and off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. The exercise trains forces to conduct joint maritime operations through the execution of anti-surface, anti-submarine, anti-air, amphibious and electronic warfare operations that enhance warfighting proficiency and increase interoperability

DIEGO GARCIA (July 23, 2015) Sailors assigned to the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Albuquerque (SSN 706) stand watch as the boat departs Diego Garcia. Albuquerque visited Diego Garcia for a scheduled port visit as a part of its deployment.

Side boys stand by for the arrival of ranking officers and other guests who will be seated on the speakers plateform during the decommissioning ceremony for the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea (CV-43). The Coral Sea is being decommissioned after nearly 43 years of service. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110218-N-7293M-094RED SEA (Feb. 18, 2011) Machinery Repairman 2nd Class Timothy Lee, assigned to the visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce (LPD 15) climbs a boarding ladder to the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

Two women holding a flag wave goodbye as the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62) moves away from the pier. The INDEPENDENCE will travel to U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan, to relieve the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV 41) as the Navy's forward-based aircraft carrier. Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Two boys hold up an American flag as the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9) departs for the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-03856. Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN DIEGO (Dec. 15, 2016) Petty Officer 3rd Class Jackson Dearborn and Petty Officer 3rd Class Ashley Rogers salute the United States ensign during morning colors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is moored pierside at Naval Air Station North Island conducting a fast cruise exercise in preparation for upcoming sea trials.

120721-N-IM823-042NORFOLK (July 21, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Jajuan Mangual adjusts the American flag on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) to half-mast in remembrance of the victims and families impacted by the July 20 shooting at the Century 16 theatre in Aurora, Colo. President Obama ordered U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff Friday to honor victims of the mass shooting.

110113-N-5292M-065 NORFOLK (Jan. 13, 2011) A Sailor lowers the Navy Jack aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) as the ship gets underway at Naval Station Norfolk. Bulkeley is part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, which is departing on a regularly scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sept. 28, 2022) Vice President Kamala Harris addresses Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Howard (DDG 83) during her visit to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY). The vice presidents tour of the ship and her remarks to U.S. Sailors highlight the administrations continued commitment to its alliances in the region.

DN-ST-87-00245. Base: Boston State: Massachusetts (MA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110509-N-NL541-028ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 9, 2011) Seaman Jeremy Inmaniannuzzo, assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Thach (FFG 43), raises the national ensign during morning colors as Thach is anchored off the coast of Rio Grande, Brazil, while participating in the Atlantic phase of UNITAS 52. Ships from the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard and Argentinean, Brazilian and Mexican navies are participating in UNITAS 52.

DN-ST-85-02377. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (Oct 26, 2012) Sailors stand in formation aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Crommelin (FFG 37) during a decommissioning ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Originally commissioned in 1983, Crommelin began the decommissioning process in late October after nearly 30 years of operations, including counter narcotics and tanker escort missions around the world. Americas Sailors are Warfighters, a fast and flexible force deployed worldwide. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

DN-ST-86-00275. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN DIEGO (March 26, 2013) Cmdr. Douglas Bradley, commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758), stands on the conning tower as the boat departs for a scheduled six-month deployment to the western Pacific region. Asheville is supporting the Chief of Naval Operations' maritime strategy, which includes maritime security, forward presence, sea control, and power projection.

DN-ST-89-10561. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members line the rails aboard the frigate USS THOMAS C. HART (FF-1092) as they look for their family and friends on the pier following the vessel's arrival in port. The frigate, along with other ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group, has returned from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A guest speaks during the commissioning ceremony for the Oliver Hazard Perry class guided missile frigate USS AUBREY FITCH (FFG 34). Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmen participate in a skeet shoot from the fantail of the battleship USS IOWA (BB 61). Base: USS Iowa (BB 61) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Sailors man the rails for one final time at the decommissioning ceremony of the aircraft carrier USS Midway (CV-41). A large and colorful National ENSIGN flies from the fantail before the colors are lowered for the last time. Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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DN-ST-86-07276. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

GROTON, Conn. (May 3, 2013) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Dallas (SSN 700) departs Naval Submarine Base New London for a scheduled underway.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 11, 2022) - Sailors assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) fold an ensign during a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on the ships flight deck while operating in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 11. Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

The national ensign flies from the stern of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72), as a tug assists the guided missile destroyer USS JOHN KING (DDG-3) into port. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

020801-N-3228G-001. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Members of the 6th Marine Regiment prepare their vehicles to be offloaded from the amphibious transport dock USS DUBUQUE (LPD-8). The Marines have come to Saudi Arabia as part of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Dhahran Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU)

DN-SC-85-12165. Base: Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth State: New Hampshire (NH) Country: United States Of America (USA)

KEY WEST, Fla. (Sept. 14, 2012) Chief selectees stand at attention during the fiscal year 2013 chief petty officer pinning ceremony aboard the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Underwood (FFG 36) while moored in Key West for UNITAS Atlantic 53-2012. Underwood is deployed to Central and South America and the Caribbean in support of U.S. 4th Fleet's mission, Southern Seas 2012.

220901-N-JO245-1234 NORFOLK, Va. (Sept. 1, 2022) - Cmdr. Sean Flanagan, left, commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Pasadena (SSN 752), reads his orders during a change of command ceremony aboard the submarine, moored pier side at Naval Station Norfolk, Sept. 1, 2022. Cmdr. Joshua Peters relieved Cmdr. Sean Flanagan as commanding officer of Pasadena during a ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk, Sept 1st.

The colors fly from the mast of the command ship USS LA SALLE (AGF-3), command center for all mine countermeasures units during Operation Desert Storm, as the ship is docked at a pier for a ceremony marking the re-opening of Ash Shuaybah's port facility. The port is being reopened after a multinational effort to clear the mines laid by Iraqi forces during their occupation of Kuwait. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Ash Shuaybah Country: Kuwait (KWT)

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 7, 2014) Sailors assigned to the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) perform evening colors on the ship's fantail while moored in San Francisco Bay during San Francisco Fleet Week 2014. During the visit, the crew is scheduled to participate in a variety of community service projects throughout the Bay area. America is scheduled to be commissioned near the end of fleet week, Oct. 11.

Sailors attached to the USS Indiana (SSN 789) conduct mooring operations during a homecoming event at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn., Aug. 10. Indiana returned to homeport from its 2nd full deployment since commissioning in support of the Navy's maritime strategy - supporting national security interests and maritime security operations - in the 6th Fleet area of operations. The Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Indiana and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) TWELVE and its primary mission is to provide attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe.

The aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) is docked near the amphibious assault ship USS WASP (LHD-1). Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060331-N-1464F-003. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The crew of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS YORKTOWN (CG 48) man the rail as guests look on, during the ship's commissioning ceremony at the Naval Weapons Station. Base: Yorktown State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Admiral Kinnaird R. McKee, Deputy Commander for Nuclear Propulsion, Naval Sea Systems Command, arrives for the commissioning of the Ohio class nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS HENRY M. JACKSON (SSBN 730). Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN DIEGO (June 18, 2013) Cmdr. Lincoln Reifsteck, right, commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Hampton (SSN 767), stands on the conning tower as the boat departs for a scheduled six-month deployment to the western Pacific region. U.S. Navy

200728-N-ED185-1045NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (July 28, 2020) A family member waives a United States flag as the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) arrives at Naval Station Mayport. New York returned from a deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operations, as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group.

A crewman raises the admiral's flag aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BALTIMORE (SSN-704) at the conclusion of the commissioning ceremony. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXI Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Marines lower the national ensign during evening colors aboard the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63). Country: Unknown

120521-N-RI884-240PEARL HARBOR (May 21, 2012) Sailors from the Joint Forces Color Guard of Hawaii participate in a ceremony remembering the World War II maritime accident West Loch Disaster at the Hawaii joint military forces National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. The West Loch Disaster is a 1944 incident that resulted in the sinking of several small ships, more than 100 fatalities and more than 400 injured personnel.

220810-N-OT701-1114 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (Aug. 10, 2022) Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Elizabeth Price and Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Keri Kalmus, assigned to the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels,stand aboard the USS Arizona Memorial. The Blue Angels are in Hawaii for the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show which will take place Aug. 13-14, 2022.

The Suez Canal, April 26, 2003 - Stars & Stripes flying boldly as seen from the crow's nest aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG-75) as it transits the Suez Canal.

A stiff ocean breeze keeps the colors flying at Camp Stalder. Camp Stalder is the headquarters for Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 40 (NMCB-40) during the multinational relief effort Operation Restore Hope. Subject Operation/Series: RESTORE HOPE Base: Modadishu Country: Somalia (SOM)

DN-ST-88-04217. Base: Venice Country: Italy (ITA)

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Jonathan McEneaney raises the American flag aboard the Famous-class medium endurance cutter USCGC Mohawk (WMEC 913) in Lisbon, Portugal, June 30, 2022. USCGC Mohawk is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

A flag officer speaks during the ship's commissioning ceremony of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS MIAMI (SSN 755). Base: Naval Submarine Base, New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors man the rail aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BUFFALO (SSN-715) during the launching ceremony. Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

US Navy Lieutenant Junior Grade Motale Efimba, makes a phone call home from the fantail of USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) while in the port city of Antofagasta, Chile, during Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Base: USS Reuben James (FFG 57)

The ship's commissioning pennant, along with the pennants of the gold and blue crews, are raised aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS ALBANY (SSN 753) during the vessel's commissioning ceremony. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Hawaii, Honolulu. Couple Waving Flags, Greeting Returning Ship Uss Hamilton From Deployment In Iraq

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 3, 2022) - Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) conduct line handling while making port at San Francisco for San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW 2022), Oct. 3, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

DN-SN-86-06991. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmembers assigned to USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) (not shown), man the ship's 21-foot Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) while patrolling the perimeter of the ship. Fitzgerald is moored at the Naval Ammunition Pier, Naval Air Station at North Island, taking on ordnance after a scheduled overhaul period. The Navy increased security on bases and ships due to the terrorist attacks in New York and Washington DC. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A Marine honor guard and color guard participate in the commissioning of the battleship USS IOWA (BB-61) at the Ingalls Shipyard. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (Jan. 25, 2024) JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (Jan. 25, 2024) Cmdr. Christopher Clevenger, incoming commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Topeka (SSN 754), right, speaks during the change of command ceremony for the Topeka on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Jan. 25, 2024. Topeka, commissioned Oct. 21, 1989, is the third ship of the United States Navy named for the city of Topeka, Kan., and is the fourth improved Los Angeles-class submarine.

Memorial to the USS Arizona in Honolulu.

050122-N-5517C-053. Base: USS Tarawa (LHA 1) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

Norfolk, Va. (September 1, 2022). Lt. Aaron Antonio, assigned to the San Antonio-Class Amphibious Transport Dock USS New York (LPD 21), is promoted to Lieutenant Commander during a ceremony aboard the decommissioned Iowa-Class Battleship USS Wisconsin (BB 64). The ceremony occurred in front of the Battleships iconic turret No. 1 and was attended by members of his family and command. The ceremony was hosted and coordinated by the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, one of ten U.S. Navy museums within the Naval History and Heritage Command. The museum offers military ceremonies for area commands without cost as part of their military outreach offerings.

Airman Elijah Sencion, from West Palm, Florida, raises the national ensign while conducting morning colors on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), while in-port Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Jan. 17. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of the Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interest in the Indo-Pacific region.

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DN-ST-86-01117. Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-08230. Base: Baltimore State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-87-05730. Base: Legaspi Country: Philippines (PHL)

020911-N-3953L-001. Base: USS Tarawa (LHA 1) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marines and Sailors of Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force New York man the rails during Veterans Day Parade 2022 on the USS Arlington (LPD 24) on Nov. 9, 2022. Veterans Day New York is an annual public event that celebrates those who served and are currently serving in the U.S. military.

DF-ST-84-08027. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

230316-A-RY768-1003 ARABIAN GULF (March 16, 2023) Mine countermeasures ship USS Gladiator (MCM 11) sails in the Arabian Gulf, March 15, 2023. Gladiator is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

DN-ST-89-10546. Base: Naval Base, Subic Bay Country: Philippines (PHL)

The battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) and a guided missile cruiser sit at anchor in the harbor during the fourth annual Fleet Week activities. Base: New York State: New York(NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A sailor takes a photograph of the color guard following the raising of the flag of Naval Station, New York, the national ensign, and the U.S. Navy flag during the station's opening day ceremonies. Base: Naval Station, New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-09613. Base: New York Harbor State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Guests listen to a speaker during the launching ceremony of the guided missile frigate DOYLE (FFG-39). Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Podium guests, include VADM Roger Bacon, Assistant CHIEF or Naval Operations (Undersea Warfare), left, and GEN Colin L. Powell, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of STAFF, second from left, salute during the national anthem at the beginning of a ceremony in front of the strategic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734). The occasion of the ceremony is the TENNESSEE's completion of the U.S. Navy's 3,000th strategic deterrent patrol. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay State: Georgia(GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

BREMERTON, Wash. (May 3, 2013) Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) in preparation for their homecoming to Naval Station Kitsap. John C. Stennis is returning from an eight-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.

Special Operations Craft Pauses in Front of Statue of Liberty

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