Military Ships in Action

Images capture various military ships, including amphibious transport docks and cruisers, maneuvering during exercises and operations in coastal waters.

040309-N-8076M-051. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port bow view of the Netherlands Navy frigate HrMs Willen Van Der Zaan (F-829) during a port visit. Base: Tampa State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port quarter view of the destroyer USS DEYO (DD-989), flagship for the commander of exercise BALTOPS '93. A Danish navy Lynx helicopter is parked on the flight deck of the ship. Subject Operation/Series: BALTOPS '93 Base: Aarhus Country: Denmark (DNK)

120701-N-RJ303-116 BOSTON (July 1, 2012) Coalition ships are moored in Boston during Boston Navy Week. Boston Navy Week is one of 15 signature events planned across America in 2012. The eight-day event commemorates the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, hosting service members from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard and coalition ships from around the world.

DN-ST-89-01373. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120207-N-GI544-011SAN DIEGO (Feb. 7, 2012) Sailors at Naval Base San Diego release mooring lines as the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) gets underway for exercise Iron Fist 2012. Iron Fist is a bilateral exercise between U.S. military forces and the Japan Self-Defense Force.

A close-up view of the main mast of the guided missile destroyer USS KIDD (DDG 993) with SPS-48C 3-D search radar and SPG-51D antennas situated behind it. Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmen stand at the rail on the stern of the battleship NEW JERSEY (BB-62) as a tug boat assists the ship away from the pier upon its departure for sea trials. The NEW JERSEY has been renovated and will be recommissioned in January 1983. Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The large harbor tug WATHENA (YTB 825) maneuvers the battleship USS IOWA (BB 61) toward the pier as the vessel returns to home port following deployment. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060505-N-9643K-027. Subject Operation/Series: CARAT 2006 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-85-07873. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An M-1A1 Abrams main battle tank of the 24th Infantry Division is loaded onto a rapid-response vehicle cargo ship for deployment to Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Savannah State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Oct. 06, 2022) Sailors assigned to Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay heave line to bring in the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), along with the embarked staff of Carrier Strike Group 10, as the ship arrives in Souda Bay, Crete for a scheduled port visit, Oct. 6, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group 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. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore installation which enables and supports U.S., allied, coalition, and partner nation forces to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

Starboard quarter view of the Japanese frigates JDS TOKACHI (DE 218), right, and JDS OOI (DE 214) moored in Apra Harbor. Base: Naval Station, Guam State: Guam (GU) Country: Northern Mariana Islands (MNP)

A view from starboard side of the No. 2 16-inch/50-caliber gun turrets and the bridge of the battleship IOWA (BB-61). The ship is in mothball storage here. Base: Philadelphia State: Pennsylvania (PA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060701-N-8591H-347. Base: Otaru Country: Japan (JPN)

Lt. Daniel Ehrlich, left, explains the workings of defensive weapon systems aboard USS Decatur (DDG 73) as he leads a tour of employees from Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division through the Arleigh Burke-Class destroyer on Oct. 26 while she was in port for a Combat Systems Assessment Team, or CSAT event. The visitors learned about the Harpoon missile launchers, left, and the Vertical Launching System (VLS), lower right.

The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) arrives in Tallinn, Estonia for a port visit after exercise Siil (Hedgehog) 22, May 27, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, are 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.

DF-ST-86-11697. Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay Country: Philippines (PHL)

Crew members man the rail at the commissioning ceremonies of the guided missile cruiser USS LEYTE GULF (CG-55). Base: Fort Lauderdale State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

USA, Hawaii, Oahu, Honolulu, Pearl Harbor, USS Bowfin Submarine (1942).

The destroyer USS O'BANNON (DD-987) moves through the Miraflores Locks as it transits the Panama Canal during Unitas XXXII, a combined exercise involving the Naval forces of the United States and South American nations. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXXII Country: Panama(PAN)

Crewmen line the rails on the island of the aircraft carrier USS CORAL SEA (CV-43). The CORAL SEA is returning to its home port, Naval Air Station, Alameda, California, after a Western Pacific (WESTPAC) deployment. Base: San Francisco Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Marine and Navy personnel watch from the deck as the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) travels through the Gaillard Cut during its transit of the canal. The ship's 16-inch guns can be seen on the forward deck. State: Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN)

DN-SC-86-11596. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

DN-SC-87-08024. Base: Los Angeles State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SEATTLE, Wash. (Aug. 2, 2016) The U.S. Navys 51st Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101), the fourth ship to hold the namesake, moored in the Port of Seattle Pier 66 for the Emerald City's 67th annual Seafair Fleet Week. Seafair Fleet Week is an annual celebration of the sea services wherein Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen from visiting U.S. Navy and Coast Guard ships and ships from Canada make the city a port of call.

Various coalition ships are moored at Mina Salman while stationed in the region to enforce United Nations sanctions against Iraq during Operation Southern Watch. The vessels include, from front, foreground: the Russian guided missile destroyer ADMIRAL VINOGRADOV and the miscellaneous command ship USS LA SALLE (AGF-3). In the background are the British frigate HMS CHATHAM (F-87), the French destroyer GEORGES LEYGUES (D-640) and the destroyer USS KINKAID (DD-965). Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Bahrain (BHR)

060724-N-7047S-007. Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-ST-86-04944. Base: Kiel Country: West Germany (FRG)

DN-ST-87-09512. Base: San Francisco Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view from the fantail looking forward at old style 40mm gun director tubs aboard the battleship IOWA (BB-61). The ship is in mothball storage here. Base: Philadelphia State: Pennsylvania (PA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-07920. Base: Stugeon Bay State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110126-N-8241M-012GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (Jan. 26, 2011) Sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) prepare to shift colors before getting underway after a weeklong port visit at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The ship conducted repairs and re-supplied with fuel and stores. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay is a logistical hub for U.S. and allied vessels operating in the Caribbean theater.

120709-N-QY215-006PEARL HARBOR (July 9, 2012) A stern flap extends from the stern of the guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106). A stern flap is an extension of the hull bottom surface which extends aft of the transom and is used to modify the flow field under the hull afterbody, decreasing flow velocity and increasing pressure, resulting in reduced drag, reduced turbulence, and thus, reduced hull resistance. Stockdale is participating in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012. Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in the biennial RIMPAC exercise from June 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity that helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2012 is the 23rd exercise in the s

060908-N-1332Y-276. Base: Fleet Activities Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN)

NORFOLK (March 28, 2013) Families and friends of Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) watch as it approaches its pier in Norfolk. Winston S. Churchill returned from a deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

NORFOLK (Nov. 26, 2012) Contractors hoist the X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) demonstrator to the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). The air vehicle arrived by barge from Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md. Truman is the first aircraft carrier to host test operations for an unmanned aircraft. The Navy plans to conduct X-47B carrier deck handling tests aboard the ship.

A view of one of the Mark 33 Mod 13 twin 3-inch/50-caliber gun mounts on the deck of the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19). The BLUE RIDGE is tied up at the ship repair facility for rehabilitation work. Base: Naval Station, Yokosuka Country: Japan(JPN)

A bow view of 100mm dual purpose guns and a vertical launch system on the deck of the Soviet Udaloy class guided missile destroyer Vitse-Admiral Kulakov (DDG-659). Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

DN-SC-88-03657. Base: Avondale State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-88-09803. Base: Unknown

The large harbor tugs WAXAHATCHIE (YTB-814), left, and NEODESHA (YTB-815) assist the French helicopter carrier FS JEANNE D'ARC (R-97) as it makes its way through the harbor during a visit.. Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

220502-O-NR876-433APRA HARBOR, Guam (May 2, 2022) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18) moored pierside at Naval Base Guam. Charleston, part of Destroyer Squadron 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

A starboard bow view of the amphibious assault ship USS WASP (LHD-1) moored at Jebel Ali. Country: United Arab Emerites (UAE)

DN-ST-86-05791. Base: Norfolk Naval Shipyard State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the USS Bataan (LHD 5) man the rails during the Parade of Ships to kick off Fleet Week New York 22, in New York City, May 25, 2022. As a part of Fleet Week New York 22, the Marines of Special Purpose Marine-Air Ground Task Force Fleet Week New York engage in special events throughout New York City and the Tri-State area showcasing sea service technologies, future innovation, and connecting with citizens. Fleet Week New York brings together more than 2,000 service members from the Marine Corps, Navy and Coast Guard offering live band performances, military vehicle and equipment displays, and other community relations projects.

130311-N-ZK021-001JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (March 11, 2013) The littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) passes by the Missing Man Formation monument at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a scheduled port visit during a deployment to the Asia-Pacific region. LCS platforms are designed to employ modular mission packages that can be configured for three separate purposes: surface warfare, anti-submarine warfare or mine countermeasures.

DN-SC-89-00077. Base: Westwego State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port view of the Russian nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser ADMIRAL USHAKOV, left, moored beside the guided missile cruiser MARSHAL USTINOV. The ADMIRAL USHAKOV still bears its original name, KIROV, on its gangplank. The two vessels are in port during a visit by two U.S. Navy ships, the guided missile cruiser USS YORKTOWN (CG-48) and the destroyer USS O'BANNON (DD-987), which are taking part in an ongoing exchange between the navies of the United States and the Commonwealth of Independent States. Base: Severomorsk Naval Base Country: Russia (RUS)

ACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Aug. 19, 2017) A family waves as the the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) as the ship arrives at Naval Station Mayport, Fla. The ship and its carrier strike group are returning from a seven-month deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

The Zumwalt-class destroyer USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001) arrives for the annual Rose Festival during Portland Fleet Week in Portland, Oregon, June 9, 2022. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services.

120822-N-VY256-116 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 22, 2012) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71) returns to San Diego after completing a nine-month deployment during which it supported Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 9 in the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.

A view of the newly constructed Pier 1 following its dedication ceremony, as seen from the bridge of the guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG 47). The dedication ceremony is a part of Fleet Week activities. Base: Naval Station, New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) pulls a trailer as it exits from the stern ramp of the Military Sealift Command vehicle cargo ship CAPE DIAMOND (T-AKR-5055). Equipment is being offloaded from the vessel during Exercise Reforger '91. Subject Operation/Series: REFORGER '91 Base: Flushing Country: Netherlands / Holland(NLD)

PEARL HARBOR (May 3, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Reuben James (FFG 57) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after completing its final deployment. Reuben James was deployed to the western Pacific region and is scheduled to be decommissioned later this year after 27 years of service.

A port quarter view of the tank landing ship USS SUMTER (LST-1181) underway. Country: Unknown

A Soviet sailor stands watch beneath the jack flying on the bow of the guided missile destroyer ADMIRAL VINOGRADOV, one of three Soviet Pacific Fleet ships that are in San Diego for a five-day goodwill visit. The guided missile destroyer BOYEVOY is in the background at left. Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-02680. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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DN-ST-86-05787. Base: Norfolk Naval Shipyard State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220630-N-XG173-1042 PEARL HARBOR (June 30, 2022) Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Warramunga (FFH 152) moors to the pier at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, to participate in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, June 30. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

060126-N-8825R-001. Base: Everett State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmen line the rails as the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) passes through the Gaillard Cut during a transit of the canal. State: Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN)

DN-ST-85-07006. Base: Portsmouth State: New Hampshire (NH) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-87-09266. Country: Unknown

DN-SC-86-06964. Country: United States Of America (USA)

Large harbor tugs maneuver the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) into port as the vessel visits Japan for the last time during its final deployment prior to decommissioning. Base: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN)

DN-ST-85-03535. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-07919. Base: Stugeon Bay State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members man the rail of the guided missile cruiser USS REEVES (CG-24) as it prepares to dock at a pier. Accompanying the ship on the visit are the guided missile frigate USS RENTZ (FFG-46) and the destroyer USS OLDENDORF (DD-972). This is the first visit by U.S. Navy ships to China in 40 years. Base: Qingdao State: Shanghi Country: China (CHN)

061002-N-0841E-370. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110507-N-KK330-134BATH, Maine (May 7, 2011) Guests await the christening ceremony for the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer Pre-commissioning Unit (PCU) Michael Murphy (DDG 112) at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine. Michael Murphy was christened by Maureen Murphy, mother of the ships namesake, Navy (SEAL) Lt. Michael Murphy. Murphy was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during Operation Red Wings in Afghanistan in June 2005. He was the first Sailor awarded the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War.

010110-N-0239L-001. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The frigate USS AYLWIN (FF-1081) operates alongside the battleship USS IOWA (BB-61) during NATO Exercise Baltic Operations '85. Subject Operation/Series: NATO EXERCISE BALTIC OPERATIONS '85 Country: Unknown

NORFOLK, Va. (Sept. 21, 2022) - Navy Reserve Sailors and their employers participate in a guided tour of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) on Naval Station Norfolk as part of Navy Employer Recognition Event (NERE) Sept. 21. NERE is a professional recognition event for outstanding civilian employers of Navy Reserve Sailors that have demonstrated exceptional support for their citizen-Sailor employees above and beyond the requirements of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. NERE also provides selected civilian employers of Navy Reserve Sailors with a first-hand look at the capabilities, roles, and missions of the U.S. Navy Reserve.

The battleship USS IOWA (BB 61) passes through the locks of the canal. State: Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN)

A port side view of the amidships section of the salvage ship USS HOIST (ARS-40) showing various types of equipment used in salvage and rescue operations. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the missile range instrumentation ship USNS OBSERVATION ISLAND (T-AMG 23) as it enters the Miraflores Locks. The ship is being towed by the salvage ship USNS OPPORTUNE (T-ARS 41). State: Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN)

120128-M-RU378-009MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (Jan. 28, 2012) A crane lifts a Humvee into the air to load it onto the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock-landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) as the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) prepares for their final at-sea training exercise.

Vice Premier Gen Biao, People's Republic of China, and part of his delegates are given a tour of the guided missile cruiser USS FOX (CG-33). The missile in the background is a Terrier/Standard-ER SAM (60). Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

1980s AERIAL VIEW OF THE NAVY USS MISSOURI BATTLESHIP AT SEA

A port bow view of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) with sailors manning the rails as the vessel returns to port 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 chief petty officer on the fantail of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72) talks to a sailor on line-handling duty on a platform moored to the stern during the LINCOLN's four-day visit to the island of Saint Thomas. The LINCOLN is equipped with adjustable bumpers that allow smaller craft and platforms to tie up to the stern of the ship. State: Virgin Islands (VI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PEARL HARBOR (April 24, 2013) A visitor aboard the USS Missouri Memorial waves as the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after a scheduled port visit. The John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group is returning from an eight-month deployment conducting operations in the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.

North Carolina, Wilmington, Battleship USS North Carolina, BB-55, dawn

DN-ST-89-03382. Base: Unknown

111206-N-KK935-150 LANGKAWI, Malaysia (Dec. 6, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) arrives in Langkawi, Malaysia for the Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2011. LIMA is one of the major defense and enforcement expositions in Southeast Asia, drawing senior civilian and uniformed leaders from more than a dozen regional countries.

DN-SC-88-06738. Base: Naval Station, Rota Country: Spain (ESP)

The Zumwalt-class destroyer USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001), passes beneath the Broadway Bridge as the ship transits to Portland, Oregon for Portland Fleet Week 2022, June 9. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services

The Mark 4 16-inch/l50-caliber guns of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) point toward Iraqi shore targets as the WISCONSIN provides gunfire support for Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown

Sailors man the rails aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64), far left, and the guided missile cruiser USS SAN JACINTO (CG-56) as the ships arrive for New York's Victory Celebration, a day-long event honoring the coalition forces that liberated Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm. A 41-foot Coast Guard patrol boat is in the foreground. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: New York Harbor State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view of the bow of the battleship MISSOURI (BB-63) overlooking the No. 1 and 2 Mark 7 16-inch/50-caliber guns. The ship is undergoing reactivation and modernization. Base: Long Beach Naval Shipyard State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-07297. Base: Long Beach Naval Shipyard State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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DN-ST-85-08820. Base: Long Beach Naval Shipyard State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-88-05871. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Point Loma State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Prow of USS Turner Joy

DN-SC-85-09425. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-03543. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SUEZ CANAL (March 16, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) passes under the Friendship Bridge in El Qantara, Egypt, while transiting the Suez Canal. Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

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