Modern Naval Personnel Operations

Photos portray modern naval personnel engaged in various tasks aboard ships, including reviewing navigation charts and conducting health inspections, highlighting teamwork and operational readiness.

220817-N-QI593-1092 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 17, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Erric Apeland, from Amarillo, Texas, takes potable water samples aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 17, 2022. Bainbridge 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.

220331-N-JU123-1050 IONIAN SEA (Mar. 31, 2022) Legalman 2nd Class T King-Scoular, from Midland, Michigan, goes through legal paperwork aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Mar. 31, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

220625-N-TT639-1056 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 25, 2022) - Quartermaster 3rd Class Kayla Nash, from New Braunfels, Texas, reviews navigation charts aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 25, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220619-N-QI593-1141 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 19, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Jonathan Valdez, from San Antonio, checks temperatures of refrigerators during a health inspection aboard USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Mediterranean Sea, June 19, 2022. Bainbridge 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.

Aviation Maintenance Administrationman Airman Ayona Ware, center, from Apopka, Florida, and Retail Services Specialist Seaman Shardashia Stinson, right, both assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) supply department, receive Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate (Equipment) Ryan Cuppernalls laundry order in the ships laundry service facility, Oct. 19, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, 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.

220611-N-UP745-1033 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 11, 2022) Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) 3rd Class Chaise Lunsford, left, from Mansfield, Ohio, and Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) 3rd Class Leandria Ray, from Valsosta, Georgia, review an emergency operational casualty control manual during an in-port emergency team drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) in the Atlantic Ocean, June 11, 2022. Jason Dunham 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.

220817-N-QI593-1092 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 17, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Erric Apeland, from Amarillo, Texas, takes potable water samples aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 17, 2022. Bainbridge 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.

220618-N-GP384-1029 MARSEILLE, France (June 18, 2022) Quartermaster 3rd Class Kiara Crayton, from Columbia, South Carolina, logs an entry into the deck log on the bridge of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) as the ship pulls into Marseille, France for a scheduled port visit, June 18, 2022. The Harry S. Truman 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.

221205-N-TY639-1094 NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 5, 2022) Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 2nd Class Samantha Swinton, from Fayetville, North Carolina, installs technical directives on the portable electronic maintenance aid in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), December 5, 2022. Truman is the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and is currently in port at Naval Station Norfolk.

220923-N-XB010-1002 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 23, 2022) - Electronics Technician 2nd Class Zachery Ayotte, from Plattsburg, N.Y., directs technicians troubleshooting as combat systems officer of the watch aboard the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) while in the South China Sea. New Orleans, part of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220824-N-JO823-1044 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Aug. 24, 2022) Hospital Corpsman David Cullen, from Wilmington, Delaware, checks vitals of Seaman Ashley Fromme, from Orlando, aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), Aug. 24. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

221013-N-WQ732-1082 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. the 13, 2022) - Machinist's Mate 1st Class Bryan Banks, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116) as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, inspects a generator during an engineering drill. 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 the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

220604-N-DO281-1608 BALTIC SEA (June 4, 2022) Sailors take part in message blank training during a general quarters drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), June 4, 2022. Paul Ignatius 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.

221013-N-TT639-1013 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 13, 2022) - Hull Maintenance Technician 2nd Class Elena Urrutia, from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, left, teaches Machinery Repairman Fireman Gunner Vandervort, from Lake Ozark, Minnesota, how to align fire pump valves during an engineering training team drill aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 13, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220928-N-JO823-1011 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Sept. 28, 2022) Machinists Mate Fireman Jakob Rhoades, from Fort Worth, Texas, uses a computer in the internet cafe aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in waters east of the Korean peninsula, Sept. 28. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

220911-N-XN177-1021 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 11, 2022) - Electricians Mate 3rd Class Kevin Villanueva, from Passaic, New Jersey, repairs a washing machine in self-serve laundry aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 11, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

070120-N-6700F-005. Country: Arabian Sea Scene Major Command Shown: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69

221026-N-LK647-1121 ATLANTIC OCEANGunners Mate 3rd Class Richard Graves, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), practices tactical team movement through the ship during a Ships Reactionary Force (Basic) course, while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 26, 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.

220523-N-TT639-2007 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 23, 2022) - Sailors distribute items donated by the United Service Organizations (USO) on the mess decks aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 23, 2022. Tripoli is conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

221026-N-UF592-1003 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 26, 2022) Command Master Chief Jeremy Douglas, command master chief aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), conducts an inspection in Damage Control Repair Locker 4 in the Philippine Sea, Oct. 26. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

220915-N-DP708-1262PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 15, 2022) - Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Jalea Simmons places an identification tag on ammunition during an ordnance handling evolution in the lower cargo ammunition magazine aboard amphibious assault ship board amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 15. Aviation Ordnancemen are responsible for the maintenance of guns, bombs, torpedoes, rockets, and missiles, and their duties include the stowing, issuing, and loading of munitions and small arms. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

220705-N-TO573-1031 ADRIATIC SEA (July 5, 2022) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Kayla McDonald, from Mertztown, Pennsylvania, announces a foreign object debris walk down on the bridge of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), July 5, 2022. The Harry S. Truman 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.

220606-N-IL330-1034 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 06, 2022) - Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Gregzon Fontinilla, from Tamuning, Guam, right, instructs Seaman Nathaniel Alpin, from Fredericksburg, Virginia, on how to use a heart rate monitor in main medical aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 6, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Dominic Palermo, an operations specialist, gives a fishery boarding brief to U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane (WMEC 903) crew and Vanuatu Marine Police Wing and Vanuatu Fishery Department officials aboard U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane (WMEC 903) while in the Vanuatu Exclusive Economic Zone, Feb. 24, 2024. U.S. Coast Guard and Vanuatu are partnering to model good maritime governance and to bolster capacity by working with each other in combating illegal, unreported, unregulated fishing in the Blue Pacific. Coast Guard

220607-N-FB730-1043 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 7, 2022) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Sidney Tanouye, from Mountain Top, Pennsylvania, wipes down a high pressure booster pump aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 7, 2022. The Harry S. Truman 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 19, 2022) Machinists Mate 3rd Class Pamela Cox, from Phoenix, stands watch as the main engine room operator aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) while operating in the South China Sea, Oct. 19. Milius 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.

Retail Services Specialist 3rd Class Adriel Garcia-Castaneda, right, from Jonesboro, Georgia, and Retail Services Specialist Seaman Timothy Whiteside, from Valparaiso, Indiana, both assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) supply department, conduct a sale with Kendall Warner, a photographer with the Virginia-Pilot, during a visit to the ship store, Oct. 7, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, 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.

221210-N-IX644-1026 ADRIATIC SEA (Dec. 10, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Kenny Price, left, and Hospital Corpsman 2nd Sierra Tjader, both assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), simulate packing a wound during a Tactical Combat Casualty Care qualification course, Dec. 10, 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.

980108-N-0970G-555. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68)

220616-N-FB730-1010 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 16, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Marcelina Nevarez, right, takes Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Jarron Wickss blood pressure aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 16, 2022. The Harry S. Truman 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.

220627-N-XN177-2013 EAST CHINA SEA (June 27, 2022) - Air Traffic Controlman Airman Kayla Blesi, from Coon Rapids, Minnesota, stands watch in the tactical air control center aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 27, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220908-N-XB010-2022 MAIZURU, Kyoto, Japan (Sept. 8, 2022) - Captain Douglas Graber, commanding officer of the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18), foreground, introduces the mess decks chain of command to Capt. Togo, commanding officer of Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) guided missile destroyer JS Atago (DDG-177), during a tour of New Orleans in Maizuru, Kyoto, Japan. New Orleans, part of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220923-N-OZ224-100 JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska (Sept. 23, 2022) - Naval Aircrewman Operator 2nd Class Sarah Overholt, assigned to the Fighting Tigers of Patrol Squadron (VP) EIGHT, discusses features of the P-8A Poseidon with members of the U.S. Air Force on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Sept. 23, 2022. VP-8 is currently deployed to NAF Misawa, Japan conducting maritime patrol and reconnaissance and theater outreach operations within U.S. 7th Fleet (C7F) area of operations in support of Commander, Task Force 72, C7F, and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command objectives throughout the region.

220916-N-YC581-1160PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 16, 2022) - Senior Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Robert Hodor, weapons handling supervisor, addresses Sailors during an ordnance handling evolution in the lower cargo ammunition magazine aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 16. Aviation Ordnancemen operate and handle aviation ordnance equipment and are responsible for the stowage and loading of munitions and small arms. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of USS Makin Island and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

110224-N-DR144-026ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 24, 2011) Machinist's Mate 1st Class Christopher Atkins, right, assigned to the reactor department aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), supervises as Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Amber Taylor disassembles a fuel oil air cut-out valve for the forward emergency diesel generators as Engineman 3rd Class Miguel Rivera and Engineman 2nd Class Timothy Baker look on. The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

220128-N-CJ510-0005EASTERN ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 28, 2022) Seaman Jaylon Lewis, right, reads an instruction card during a seamanship drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), Jan. 28, 2022. Roosevelt, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its third patrol in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners and U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrea Rumple/Released)

SAGAMI WAN (Jan. 15, 2024) - Electricians Mate Fireman Haocheng Feng, right, from Brooklyn, New York, connects a casualty powered cable to a casualty powered terminal, as Electricians Mate 3rd class John Keith Santos, from Manila, Philippines, observes during a casualty power drill aboard U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), Jan. 15. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and as the 7th Fleet command ship it routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

221207-N-NV669-0012 ELIZABETH RIVER (Dec. 7, 2022) Personnel Specialist Seaman Bayanin Denyel, from San Diego, rings a bell on the bridge of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) as the ship transits to Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY). Truman is scheduled for Planned Incremental Availability at NNSY.

221027-N-MW880-1042 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 27, 2022) ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 27, 2022) Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Kiley Edwards explains to Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Mateo Brooks, both assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), how to properly calibrate a piece of aircraft equipment Oct. 27, 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.

221028-N-YT061-1016 NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 28, 2022) Electricians Mate 2nd Class David Witt, Alton, Illinois, uses a radio to communicate with damage control central aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), October 28, 2022. Truman is the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and is currently in port onboard Naval Station Norfolk.

220910-N-IX644-1002 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 10, 2022) Religious Program Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Baker, right, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), explains the phone appointments to Airman Christopher Godwin in the ships library, Sep. 10, 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.

220505-N-UJ411-1005 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 5, 2022) Ensign Pharen Banks, Franklin, Va., says a prayer for the country alongside Sailors of multiple faiths on the National Day of Prayer in the training room of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

980921-N-5860M-001. Base: Uss Enterprise (CVN 65) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220623-N-CY569-1007 TYRRHENIAN SEA (June 23, 2022) Retail Services Specialist 3rd Class Lorenz Baul, from Dededo, Guam, moves supplies for storage aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 23, 2022. The Harry S. Truman 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.

SATTAHIP, Thailand (Oct. 11, 2022) Operations Specialist 1st Class Christopher Roberts, from Birmingham, Alabama, stands bright bridge watch aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while getting underway after a scheduled port visit in Sattahip, Thailand, Oct. 11. Higgins 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.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 28, 2022) Ensign Meade Tolen stands watch in the pilot house of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) during a replenishment-at-sea with the French replenishment oiler FS Marne (A630), Nov. 28, 2022. Roosevelt, currently attached to the Charles de Gaulle 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.

220706-N-YQ181-1031 PHILIPPINE SEA (July 6, 2022) - Aviation Machinists Mate 1st Class Kieu Pham, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, assigned to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102, passes down information to junior Sailors in the VFA 102 Aviation Machinists Mate shop aboard the Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The Diamondbacks conduct carrier-based air strike and strike force escort missions, and ship, battle group, and intelligence collection operations. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Navy and partner nation Coast Guard units work on Belize Coast Guard vessels during Tradewinds 22, on May 16, in Belize. Tradewinds is a Caribbean-focused exercise designed to expand the regions capability to mitigate, plan for, and respond to crises; strengthen partnerships; increase regional training capacity and interoperability; develop new and refine existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during the SOP Development Conference; determine SOPs to be exercised; determine regional process for SOP validation; enhance ability to defend Exclusive Economic Zones; increase U.S./ally/partner readiness; promote human rights and adherence to shared international norms and values; fully integrate women into the force; and increase maritime domain awareness to deter IUU fishing activities.

221101-N-IX644-1022 ADRIATIC SEA (Nov. 1, 2022) Lt. Nick Dengler, assigned to Destroyer Squadron 26, prays during All Saints Day Catholic Mass aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Nov. 1, 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.

220707-N-TT639-1015 SASEBO, Japan (July 7, 2022) - Fire Controlman 3rd Class Zacariah Brunette, from Denver, sorts packages from Operation Gratitude in the hangar bay aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 7, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220503-N-FB730-1020 STRAITS OF SICILY (May 3, 2022) Hospitalman Kayla Robinson, from Irmo, South Carolina, preps dental instruments for a crown prep aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), May 3, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

220525-N-LY160-2010 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 25, 2022) - Master Chief Gas Turbine Systems Technician Sean Helm, from Hendersonville, Tennessee, poses for a painting during a paint night event hosted by Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) on the mess decks aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 25, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

220108-N-GP384-1120 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 8, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Michael Hayes, from Haughton, Louisiana, uses the Ouija board to display flight deck traffic in flight deck control aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Jan. 8, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

221027-N-IX644-1044 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 27, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), evaluate a fanroom during a zone inspection, Oct. 27, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 11, 2022) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Jojo Delacruz, a native of Hercules, California, left, Seaman Naomi Johnson, a native of Petoskey, Michigan, center, and Seaman Greg Lauron, a native of Los Angeles, reinforce a line during sea and anchor operations aboard amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), April 11, 2022. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 26, 2022) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Miriam Chavez, from Santa Ana, Calif., stands watch in damage control central aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 26, 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three 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 world's 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 world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

220412-N-VS068-1048PACIFIC OCEAN (April 12, 2022) -Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Joemark Nartates, right, and Airman Pierre Le serve food to sailors in the galley aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), April 12. Food service attendants are temporarily assigned to supply department to assist in galley operations. Makin Island is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220429-N-HA192-1227NORFOLK, VA. (April 29, 2022) - Damage Controlman 1st Class Andrew Augusta, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), conducts a damage control training walk through on a Landing Craft, Air Cushion, April 29, 2022. Bataan is underway in the 2nd fleet area of operations. Bataan is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk.

SOUTHERN OCEAN (April 11, 2022) - Chief Boatswains Mate Christopher Penn, from Roxbury, Massachusetts, assigned to the Emory S. Land-class submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), marks times during a damage control drill at sea, April 11. Frank Cable is currently on patrol conducting expeditionary maintenance and logistics in support of national security in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

220812-N-EJ843-1026 BALTIC SEA (Sept. 12, 2022) U.S. Marines move food down an assembly line during a replenishment at sea aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Sept. 12, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, 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.

Naval personnel work at the control panel for the decompression chamber at the Naval Aerospace Medical Institute. Base: Naval Air Station, Pensacola State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

020207-F-5453T-005. Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA)

220721-N-VJ326-1330 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 21, 2022) - Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) 3rd Class Gavin Leavell, from Russellville, Arizona, left, and Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) 1st Class Meaghan Adams, from Arnold, Missouri, fight a simulated fire during an engineering training team drill in a machinery room aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 21, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

001018-N-1110A-506. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT TASK FORCE (JTFEX) Base: Uss Deyo (DD 989)

Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Cody Leahy gives a training on cardiopulmonary resuscitation aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) in the Red Sea, Jan. 8, 2023. Laboon is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

CELTIC SEA (Sept. 30, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Baylea Higby wraps a bandage on the arm of Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Rayshon Andrews during medical training aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), Sept. 30, 2022. Roosevelt, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its fourth patrol in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

221014-N-JO823-1058 MANILA BAY (Oct. 14, 2022) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Malcom Castillo, from Chicago, monitors surface contacts as the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), anchors in Manila Bay, Philippines, Oct. 14. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

Soldiers assigned to the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) provide ceremonial support for the National Memorial Day Observance at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, May 30, 2022. President Joseph R. Biden participated in the Presidential Armed Forces Full Honor wreath-laying ceremony hosted by Maj. Gen. Allan M. Pepin, commanding general, Joint Task Force-National Capital Region and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington.

ARABIAN GULF (June 13, 2013) Capt. Thomas Kiss, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), right, and Lt. j.g. Cesar Ramos play a soccer tournament on the ship's mess deck. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

Sailors assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) weapons department review ordnance technical manuals in the aft weapons transfer area, Oct. 10, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 6, 2022) Sailors assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) attend a Fleet and Family Support Center workshop taught by Jennifer Steinberger, Aug. 6, 2022. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

221202-N-MR862-317 TINKER AFB, Okla. (02 Dec. 2022) Naval Aircrewman (Mechanical) Petty Officer 1st Class Jon Thomas assigned to Fleet Air Reconnaissance (VQ) 3 guides employees of Collins Aerospace, a company that supplies and repairs parts for the E-6B aircraft, through the Reel Operator Cabin of the E-6B 02 Dec. 2022. VQ3 is attached to Strategic Communications Wing (SCW) 1, a tenant command at Tinker Air Force Base, ensuring National Security through the deterrence of adversarial nuclear ambitions.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 10, 2022) Lt. Cmdr. Carolyne Vu, from Bakersfield, California, congratulates Ensign Krystal Francis, from Augusta, Georgia, after being pinned as a Surface Warfare Officer aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 27, 2022) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Benjamin Flores, from San Francisco, executes fiscal year financial close outs in the supply support office aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting routine operations in the South China Sea, Sept. 27. Higgins 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.

A 1st Armored Division Sustainment Brigade Muleskinner” Soldier serves a guest at the Warrior Restaurant, an East Bliss dining facility, during Camp Bliss Day at Fort Bliss, Texas, Oct. 21, 2022. Every year for more than 10 years, with help from units and teams from across the installation, the Bliss School Liaison Office has welcomed educators, school counselors, and administrators for a day of information on resources available to support military kids and families in their school systems. Camp Bliss Day also offered some hands-on Army experiences for guests, allowing them time to talk with today’s Soldiers about Army life and the benefits of military service.

221003-N-IW069-1244 San Francisco (Oct. 3, 2022) Ens. Tyler Gray-Hoehn, a native of Brookefield, Wisc., assigned to Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Princeton (CG-59) participates in a community relations event during San Francisco Fleet Week. 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. (Navy Photography by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Isaiah M. Williams)

221017-N-YT061-1052 NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 17, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Holly Carroll, from New Albany, Indiana, inspects canned food in a galley aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), October 17, 2022. Truman is the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and is currently in port onboard Naval Station Norfolk.

220512-N-VJ326-4099 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 12, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Cynthia Perez, from Kennesaw, Georgia, paints a ladder well aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 12, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 9, 2022) Culinary Specialist Seaman Estabano SerranoMorales, from San Diego, serves special meals cooked for Sailors with May birthdays aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

220504-N-TO573-1165 WEST MEDITERAINIAN SEA (May 4, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Paloma Turner, left, from Denver, assists Airman Eric Davis, from Gainesville, Florida, with scheduling a medical appointment aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), May 4, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

221013-N-KU796-1005 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 13, 2022) U.S. Navy Lt. j.g. Terrell Harrington, from Cheraw, S.C., audits family separation allowance lists aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Strike Group is underway preparing for an upcoming deployment.

221001-N-OK195-1037 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 1, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) eat ice cream during the ships weekly Morale, Welfare, and Recreation-sponsored ice cream social, Oct. 1, 2022. The George H.W. Bush 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.

111103-N-OY799-265 ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 3, 2011) Sailors send stores down to a storeroom from hangar bay three aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during a replenishment at sea with the fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 8, 2022) Air-Traffic Controller 3rd Class Corey Ard, from Varre, Fla., reviews the log book in the ships library aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

220821-N-XN177-1073 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 21, 2022) - Machinists Mate 1st Class Lyzalee Rosado, from New York, stands engineering officer of the watch in central control station aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 21, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

Annie Smack, a military spouse, disassembles an M16A4 service rifle during a Spouse Warrior Day at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 16, 2022. The purpose of the event was to allow military families to form relationships with one another as well as give back to those who support the unit. 3rd MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward-deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Forces comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.

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220914-N-CM110-1025 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 14, 2022) - Information Systems Technician Seaman Leah Bauman, from Marietta, Georgia, works as a food service attendant aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 14, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PEARL HARBOR (July 8, 2022) Cmdr. Meghan Bodnar, left, commanding officer, presents a commissioning book to Candace Roberts, a descendent of Charles Vernon Gridley, the ships namesake, during a tour aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) while moored at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. 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 world's 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 world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

220811-N-IG750-1058 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 11, 2022) Logistics Specialist Seaman Karla Olvera-Delgado, from Deland, Florida, issues supplies in the Main 2 supply room aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 11. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

Chief Machinists Mate Jerrell Hill, from Birmingham, Alabama, passes information to phone talker while plotting during a fire drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), Dec. 8, 2022. The John C. Stennis is in Newport News Shipyard conducting Refueling and Complex Overhaul to prepare the ship for the second half of its 50-year service life.

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 31, 2022) Electricians Mate 2nd Class Roger Morales provides repair electrician training on the mess decks of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), March 31, 2022. Roosevelt, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its third patrol in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners and U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa.

221011-N-MW880-1016 IONIAN SEA (Oct. 11, 2022) Culinary Specialist Seaman Kelly Maire Lipata, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), prepares food in the Chiefs Mess Oct. 11, 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.

230405-N-OX847-1183 IONIAN SEA (April 5, 2023) Master-at-Arms Seaman Apprentice Savannah Montgomery, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), receives a puff of irritant smoke during a respirator fit test, April 5, 2023. 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.

Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus uses the 1 main circuit at the bridge to thank U.S. Sailors and Marines for their service and humanitarian efforts aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) at Port-au-Prince, Haiti, March 1, 2010. Bataan is taking part in Operation Unified Response, a U.S. military humanitarian relief mission that provides food, water, and necessary supplies to the earthquake survivors in Haiti.

240208-N-HA192-1036MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 8, 2024) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Joe Reddic, assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), facilitates an audiogram, Feb. 8. Bataan 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. Navy

170327-N-TU910-158COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (March 27, 2017) Quartermaster 3rd Class Tyler Terrell, from Atlanta, plots a course on the bridge of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) as the ship arrives in Colombo, Sri Lanka, to conduct theater security cooperation events with the Sri Lankan Navy and Marine Corps. Comstock, part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

220816-N-UF592-2006 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 16, 2022) Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 1st Class Marla Baker, from Cleveland, Ohio, left, and Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 2nd Class Casey Prenatt, from San Diego, perform checks on an A/P22P-20 parachute aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 16. Ronald Reagans Aviation Parachute Equipment Shop, works to ensure that squadrons are equipped with properly working parachutes in the event of an emergency. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Coast Guard recruits in training at Coast Guard Training Center Cape May, N.J., learn about recognizing and reporting signs of sexual harassment and assault within the services ranks, June 15, 2022. U.S. Coast Guard Lt. j.g. Aarica Carrington, the instruction and testing officer for the training center, taught the class and is one of three master training specialists on base who can certify other base personnel to deliver classroom instruction to the recruits in training.

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Malia Gonzalez, Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) Safety Advisor, speaks with a first responder during a Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF) Stakeholder Safety Walkthrough at the facility in Halawa, Hawaii, Oct. 12, 2022. JTF-RH was established by the Department of Defense to ensure the safe and expeditious defueling of the RHBFSF.

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