Naval Logistics Operations

U.S. Navy personnel offloading supplies and conducting replenishment-at-sea exercises, emphasizing maritime logistics and combat readiness.

220916-N-NQ285-1883ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 16, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) participate in a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189). Ramage is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT) exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

U.S. Sailors with Gaum detachment, Naval Expeditionary Logistics Support Group, offload a beach module during exercise Resolute Dragon 22 on United States Naval Ship Dahl (T-AKR 312) at Kushiro Port, on Oct. 2, 2022. Resolute Dragon 22 is an annual exercise designed to strengthen the defensive capabilities of the U.S.-Japan alliance by exercising integrated command and control, targeting, combined arms, and maneuver across multiple domains.

ARABIAN SEA (Nov. 10, 2019) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) receive cargo during a replenishment-at-sea with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198). Lassen is part of the East Coast Surface Action Group and is operating in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points.

220918-N-LK647-0157 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 18, 2022) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) wait on station for supplies as part of a replenishment-at-sea with the Henry J. Kaiser-class oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO-189) during Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting SWATT exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center, whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

SULU SEA (March 2, 2013) The second deck level of the mine countermeasures ship USS Guardian (MCM 5) is guided onto the U.S. Navy contracted vessel M/V Jascon 25. Guardian ran aground on the Tubbataha Reef Jan. 17. The U.S. Navy continues to work in close cooperation with the Philippine authorities to safely dismantle Guardian from the reef while minimizing environmental effects.

020115-N-8421M-084. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: Hmas Knimbla (L 51) Scene Major Command Shown: Ships - Foreign - Australia

220916-N-NQ285-1883ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 16, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) participate in a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189). Ramage is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT) exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 2, 2022) Dry cargo and fuel ship USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AKE 187) prepares to breaks away from amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) after a replenishment-at-sea, Sept. 2. Replenishments-at-sea efficiently provide Navy ships with fuel and supplies without having to pull into a port. 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 MEU in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

The amphibious assault ship USS TRIPOLI (LPH-10) lies in dry dock, showing the damage inflicted by an Iraqi mine. The TRIPOLI struck the mine on February 18 while serving as a mine-clearing platform in the northern Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. The ship was able to continue operations after damage control crews stopped the flooding caused by the explosion. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Bahrain (BHR)

A stern on view of the Military Sealift Command survey ship USNS PATHFINDER (T-AGS-60) underway on builder's acceptance trials. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

Off-duty sailors and Marines congregate on the weather decks aboard the tank landing ship USS SUMTER (LST 1181). The Sumter is on station off the coast of Liberia for Operation Sharp Edge. Subject Operation/Series: SHARP EDGE Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

The patrol combatant missile hydrofoil USS AQUILA (PHM 4) is positioned over a submerged cradle. The vessel will be lifted by crane onto blocks for repairs. Base: Jacksonville State: Florida(FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-11629. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-08822. Base: Long Beach Naval Shipyard State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 18, 2015) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Timmothy Annoni signals fuel probe seats on a sponson aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Walter S. Diehl (T-AO 193). Carl Vinson is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, maritime security operations, and theater security cooperation efforts in the region.

In the wake of another small craft, two PB Mark III patrol boats move away from the barge Hercules during operations support of Navy efforts to provide security for U.S. flagged shipping in the gulf. Country: Unknown

LOS ANGELES (May 29, 2022) F/A-18E Super Hornets conduct a flyover over the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 29, 2022. Los Angeles Fleet Week is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's 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 Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

TALLINN, Estonia (Aug 5, 2022) The Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), lowers their brow during a sea and anchor evolution in Tallinn, Estonia as part of a scheduled port visit, Aug. 5, 2022. Gunston Hall (LSD 44) is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, 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.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - The USS Anchorage is docked at Naval Base San Diego during loading operations in its well deck for Orion Underway Recovery Test 3. The ship will head out to sea, off the coast of San Diego, in search of conditions to support test needs for a full dress rehearsal of recovery operations. NASA, Lockheed Martin and U.S. Navy personnel will conduct tests in the Pacific Ocean to prepare for recovery of the Orion crew module on its return from a deep space mission. The test will allow the teams to demonstrate and evaluate the recovery processes, procedures, new hardware and personnel in open waters.The Ground Systems Development and Operations Program is conducting the underway recovery tests. Orion is the exploration spacecraft designed to carry astronauts to destinations not yet explored by humans, including an asteroid and Mars. It will have emergency abort capability, sustain the crew during space travel and provide safe re-entry from deep space return velocities. Th

DN-ST-88-03974. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Oct. 06, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), along with the embarked staff of Carrier Strike Group 10, 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.

USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) pulls alongside USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in preparation for a Refueling At Sea (RAS) just as dawn breaks over the horizon of the Arabian Gulf. TRUMAN is on station in the Arabian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. SOUTHERN WATCH establishes a southern no fly zone over Iraq and extends to the borders to just south of Baghdad, capital city of Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

221002-N-SN516-1434 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 2, 2022) U.S. Navy Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Rafael Moreno, from Cliffside Park, N.J., fires a line to the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Washington Chambers (T-AO 11) during an underway replenishment aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73). Decatur is currently operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 21, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) breaks away following a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202). 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.

The British Royal Navy Ship HMS COVENTRY (F 98) (Background), pulls alongside Royal Fleet Auxiliary Ship FORT VICTORIA (A 387), to conduct an underway replenishment while on station in the Persian Gulf in support of the Southwest Asia build-up. Base: Hms Fort Victoria (A 387)

A crane on the Military Sealift Command-chartered vessel MAERSK CONSTELLATION lowers an M-2A2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicle to the pier as equipment is delivered during Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia(SAU)

U.S. Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadrons (MALS) unload cargo from the Military Sealift Command aviation-logistics support ship SS Wright (T-AVB 3) at the Port of Morehead City, North Carolina, Sept. 20, 2022. The SS Wright provides MALS with the capability to conduct intermediate aviation maintenance aboard the ship, which reduces the time required for maintenance during a deployment. The MALS are subordinate units of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the Aviation Combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

A signalman standing near one of the boats and the Separate Target Illumination Radar (STIR) on the guided missile frigate USS JOHN H. SIDES (FFG-14) takes a signal flag out of the frigate's flag bag during PACEX '89. Subject Operation/Series: PACEX '89 Country: Unknown

010331-N-5152P-002. Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Country: South China Sea

220913-N-OK195-1091 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 13, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) receives fuel from the fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) during a replenishment-at-sea, Sep. 13, 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.

110325-N-BZ392-256ARABIAN SEA (March 25, 2011) An SH-60B helicopter from Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 48, assigned to guided missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), and a visit, board, search and seizure team aboard a rigid-hull inflatable boat monitor the Philippine-flagged merchant vessel Falcon Trader II, which sent out a distress call reporting it had been boarded by pirates. Helicopters from Leyte Gulf and the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) responded to the call and were able to disrupt the attack. Leyte Gulf is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility to conduct maritime security operations.

230406-N-XP477-3084 SAN DIEGO (April 6, 2023) - Seaman Phillip Aguilar, from Fresno, California, left and Seaman Nicoleas Kabeyakanyiki, from Seminole, Florida paint the hull of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during the ships maintenance availability April 6. Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego.

DN-ST-87-03008. Base: USS Willamette (AO 180)

DF-ST-85-13133. Subject Operation/Series: GRANADERO I Base: La Mesa Air Base Country: Honduras (HND)

DN-ST-86-04951. Country: Unknown

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2017)Sailors tie up a Landing Craft Unit from Beachmaster Unit 1 in the well deck aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25) in support of UNITAS LVIII. The annual, multi-national exercise focuses on strengthening existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the exchange of maritime mission-focused knowledge and expertise during multinational training operations.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Oct. 9, 2018) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Vipers of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 48 attached to the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), delivers a pallet of supplies to the expeditionary mobile base platform ship USS Lewis B. Puller (ESB 3) during a vertical replenishment-at-sea with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187). Jason Dunham is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 26, 2022) The French aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle (R 91) transits alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) in the Mediterranean Sea, Nov. 26, 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.

The dock landing ships USS ALAMO (LSD 33), left, and USS FORT FISHER (LSD 40) lie tied up alongside one another at the naval station. Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

220625-N-UL352-1154 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 25, 2022) Seaman Dedrick Legan, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), gives directions to Sailors during a replenishment-at-sea with fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195), June 25, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat America's adversaries in support of national security.

120820-N-YF306-284GULF OF ADEN (Aug. 20, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) approaches the Panamanian-flagged bulk carrier M/V Belde in response to a medical-related distress call issued by the vessel. Winston S. Churchill is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 150, conducting counter-terrorism and maritime security operations in the Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Oman, Arabian Sea, Red Sea and Indian Ocean.

010804-N-0715P-001. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: CINCPACFLT

220716-N-MR124-1003 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 16, 2022) Henry J. Kaiser-class underway replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197), sailss alongside Oil/Chemical Tanker SLNC Goodwill to receive fuel that was relieved from Red Hill during the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC), July 16. 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.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 1, 2015) Ensign Danielle Garbarino, from Vail, Col., monitors inbound supplies from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) during a replenishment-at-sea aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71). Ross is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

A stern view of the ammunition ship USS MAUNA KEA (AE-22) taking part in an underway replenishment with the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72) (not shown) during Westpac '93. A CH-46D Sea Knight Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 11, Detachment 3 (HC-11), the Gunbearers, is preparing to pick up cargo from the deck of the supply ship. Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

A crewman checks over a pair of utility boats in their cradles on an elevator aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69). The EISENHOWER is anchored off of Antalya, Turkey, for liberty. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 24, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) receive a pallet of supplies during an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE-3). Stockdale is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

DN-SC-86-03879. Base: Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120305-N-PB383-289 ARABIAN SEA (March 5, 2012) Sailors observe a double-probe fuel line from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) as it approaches a refueling station aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) during a replenishment at sea. New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 12, 2023) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) pulls alongside the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) during an underway replenishment while operating in the South China Sea, April 12. 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. Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific (COMLOG WESTPAC)/Task Force 73 logistically resupplies deployed units in the Indo-Pacific along with regional Allies and partners.

SAN DIEGO (June 21, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuel) 3rd class Jean Pierre Dominguez, assigned to the amphibious assault Ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), fakes out an aviation refueling hose while transiting the San Diego Bay. Boxer is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship home ported in San Diego.

Soldiers from the 155th Transportation Company guide the cover from a cargo hold as it is lowered to the deck of the Military Sealift Command auxiliary crane ship GOPHER STATE (T-ACS-4) during Operation Steel Box. The GOPHER STATE is delivering chemical munitions to the U.S. Army Chemical Activity on the atoll for storage and disposal. Subject Operation/Series: STEEL BOX Country: Johnston Atoll

060401-N-4772B-098. Subject Operation/Series: RSIO//FE 2006 Base: USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49)

The maritime pre-positioning ship SGT. MATEJ KOCAK (T-AK 3005) moves away from the pier during exercise OCEAN VENTURE '88. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '88 Base: Nas, Roosevelt Roads State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

EDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 16, 2014) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Timothy Chuck, aboard the Arleigh Burke-Class guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57), gives spacing signals to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) during an underway replenishment and refueling at sea. Mitsche is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

221006-N-EH998-1017 GULF OF OMAN (Oct. 6, 2022) Guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) pulls into the port of Salalah, Oman, Oct. 6. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) pulls alongside USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in preparation for a Refueling At Sea (RAS) just as dawn breaks over the horizon of the Arabian Gulf. TRUMAN is on station in the Arabian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. SOUTHERN WATCH establishes a southern no fly zone over Iraq and extends to the borders to just south of Baghdad, capital city of Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

The fleet oiler USNS TRUCKEE (T-AO-147) approaches the rapid-response vehicle cargo ship USNS REGULUS (T-AKR-292) to conduct underway replenishment operations. The REGULUS is en route to Saudi Arabia where it will offload equipment in support of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown

EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 3, 2022) The fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) sails alongside the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6) during a fueling-at-sea in the East China Sea, Aug. 3, 2022. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, 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 stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PORT OF DJIBOUTI- Military members from Camp Lemonnier, Port Ops and MSRON-1A tested their ability to embark a 34ft patrol boat onboard the USS Herschel "Woody" Williams (ESB-4) for the first time July 31, 2022. This represents an increased capability to provide maritime security while traveling in the 6th fleet AOR where host nation support is nonexistent.

220608-N-KY668-1054ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 8, 2022) A rigid-hull inflatable boat is lowered from the boat deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) during a search and rescue drill with the Spanish Navy Santa Maria-class frigate Santa Maria (F81), June 8, 2022. Arleigh Burke, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner nations.

DN-ST-86-07143. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SANTA RITA, Guam (July 28, 2022) A Sailor from Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit Five (EODMU5) swims alongside USNS 2nd Lt. John P. Bobo (T-AK 3008) to set an inert limpet against the hull in preparation for a limpet search training operation.

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - In Port Canaveral, Fla., the crane is removed from the X-band radar after installation on the deck of the U.S. Army landing craft utility ship Brandy Station. The radar will provide critical support during launch of space shuttle Atlantis on the STS-125 mission. The radar will work with smaller X-band radars placed on the solid rocket booster retrieval ship Liberty Star to provide extremely high-resolution images of any debris that might be created during Atlantis' launch.

DN-ST-85-03974. Subject Operation/Series: INTENSE LOOK Base: USS Shreveport (LPD 12) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220505-N-TL932-1033 SAN DIEGO (May 5, 2022) Sailors transport supplies into the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), May 5. Vinson is currently pierside in her homeport of San Diego.

The VLADIMIR VASLYAEV, a Russian commercial RO-RO- Container (Gearless), ship is docked in the harbor at Split, Croatia with its near-loading ramp lowered into place. The VALDIMAR VASYAYEV transported Royal Army (British) personnel and vehicles to Croatia to participate in Operation Joint Endeavor. Operation Joint Endeavor is a peacekeeping effort by a multinational Implementation Force (IFOR), comprised of NATO and non-NATO military forces, deployed to Bosnia in support of the Dayton peace Accords. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Base: Split Country: Croatia (HRV)

220904-N-EJ843-1017 BALTIC SEA (Sep. 4, 2022) From foreground, the Royal Netherlands Navy multi-mission support ship HNLMS Karel Doorman (A 833), the U.S. Navy San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24), the Portuguese Vasco Da Gama-class frigate NRP Corte-Real (F332), the Norwegian replenishment oiler HNoMS Maud (A530), the U.S. Navy Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), the Norwegian Fridtjof Nansen-class frigate HNoMS Roald Amundsen (F331), and the U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Paul Ignatious (DDG 117) sail in formation with the U.S. Navy Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during a maneuvering exercise Sep. 4, 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 int

060523-N-9389D-176. Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A USCGC Stone (WMSL 758) crew member observes Brazil Navy ships following mooring evolutions in Rio de Janeiro, March 7, 2023. Stone is on a scheduled multi-mission deployment in the South Atlantic Ocean to counter illicit maritime activities and strengthen relationships for maritime sovereignty throughout the region.

Coast Guard Cutters - Northland (WMEC 904) - 26-HK-76-10. CGC Northland ops --Coast Guardsmen and FLEET management crewman on civilian ship, cutter in background-- 051710. Hurricane Katrina

DN-SD-03-12634. Base: Dsv Rockwater 2 Scene Major Command Shown: CINCPACFLT

050217-N-8704K-003. Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-SC-03-10044. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220929-N-CY569-1019 NORFOLK, Va. (Sept. 29, 2022) A Sailor and contractors assigned to National Steel and Shipbuilding Company load cargo aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), September 29, 2022. Truman is the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and is currently in port onboard Naval Station Norfolk.

Crewman aboard the battleship USS IOWA (BB-61) stand by to transfer pallets of five-inch ammunition to the ammunition ship USS NITRO (AE-23). Country: Unknown

220614-N-OK195-0080 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 14, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) receives pallets of supplies from dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McClean (T-AKE 12) during a replenishment-at-sea, June 14, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat America's adversaries in support of national security.

Soldiers from the 16th Sustainment Brigade assigned to the 260th Movement Control Team assist the 838th Transportation Battalion Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC) as they transport, offload, and processing of over 1,250 equipment items assigned to the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Calvary Division, at the port of Vlissingen, Netherlands, on January 11, 2023.The 2/1 CD from Fort Hood, Texas, will go throughout Europe to support Atlantic Resolve and includes M-1 Abrams tanks and Bradley infantry fighting vehicles.U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Yeadon

110512-N-7293M-064 MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (May 12, 2011) BoatswainÕs Mate 3rd Class James Thompson, center, gestures from the focÕsle of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce (LPD 15) to the tug boat Fort Caswell as Ponce approaches Morehead City, N.C., for its first landfall in the U.S., following a nearly nine-month deployment. Ponce is in Morehead City to offload the elements of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) and the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment that had been embarked aboard the ship. Ponce was operating as part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7, 2013) Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187) steams alongside the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during a replenishment-at-sea. Ronald Reagan is underway conducting flight deck certifications and carrier qualifications.

221031-N-ER894-1045 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 31, 2022) Airman Cayden Noble, left, from Arvada, Colorado, and Gunners Mate 2nd Class Myles Point, from Peace Dale, Rhode Island, prepare to fire a shot line to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler, USNS Yukon (T-AO 202), during a fueling-at-sea with the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Oct. 31. 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.

220925-N-LK647-0201 NAVAL STATION NORFOLK (Sept. 25, 2022) Gunners Mate 3rd Class Marcelo Hernandez throws out a mooring line from aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) as the ship returns to home port following its completion of Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Normandy was underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting SWATT exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center, whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

020410-A-1526R-025. Base: Crabbs Training Area Country: Antigua And Barbuda (ATG) Scene Major Command Shown: USSOUTHCOM

A view of the helicopter hangars and helicopter pad, with crewmen sunbathing, aboard the Soviet Udaloy class guided missile destroyer Vitse-Admiral Kulakov (DDG-659). RBU 6000 anti-submarine weapons and 533mm torpedo tubes are visible on deck. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

NASAs Orion spacecraft is pulled safely into the well deck of the U.S. Navys USS Anchorage, following its splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. Orion launched into space on a two-orbit, 4.5-test flight at 7:05 am EST on Dec. 5, and returned safely to Earth, where a combined team from NASA, the Navy and Orion prime contractor Lockheed Martin retrieved it for return to shore. It's now being transported back to shore on board the Anchorage. It is expected to be off loaded at Naval Base San Diego on Monday. Part of Batch image transfer from Flickr.

A sailor aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) looks toward the passing aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) during Operation Desert Shield.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: USS Saratoga(CV 60) Country: Red Sea

A view of the stern of the guided missile frigate USS VANDEGRIFT (FFG-48) during an inclining test. Base: Los Angeles State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220904-N-EJ843-1147 BALTIC SEA (Sep. 4, 2022) From left, U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aircraft fly in formation above the Norwegian replenishment oiler HNoMS Maud (A530), the Portuguese Vasco Da Gama-class frigate NRP Corte-Real (F332), and the U.S. Navy Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) during a maneuvering exercise with the U.S. Navy Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Sep. 4, 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.

Seekriegsflotte. U-Boote und Kriegsschiffe mit Kanonen. Naval fleet. Submarine and warships with guns. LicenseRF Copyright: xZoonar.com/DmitrixMarutax 23233690

DN-ST-87-03012. Base: USS Leftwich (DD 984)

A crew member paints the anchor of the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) as the ship sits in port during Exercise RimPac '88. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '88 Country: Unknown

Vehicles of the British 22nd Engineer Regiment, are unloaded from the Russian commercial ship Vladimir Vaslyaev in Split, Croatia, during deployment in support of the operation. Subject Operation/Series: Joint Endeavor Base: Split Country: Croatia (HRV)

PERTH, Australia (April 24, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the Emory S. Land-class submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) raise an inert tomahawk missile training shape from the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Springfield (SSN 761) during an expeditionary rearming exercise at HMAS Stirling Navy Base on Garden Island off the coast of Perth, Australia, April 24, 2022. Springfield is currently moored alongside Frank Cable conducting expeditionary rearming exercises with Frank Cable and the Royal Australian Navy. 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.

Sailors assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department transport ammunition on the flight deck during an ammunition onload, Sept. 25, 2022. Ford is underway in Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and workups for a scheduled deployment this fall.

Port quarter view of the combat stores ship USS NIAGARA FALLS (AFS 3) arriving at Naval Station Guam. Base: Apra Harbor State: Guam (GU) Country: Northern Mariana Islands (MNP)

120407-N-BC134-155CHENNAI, India (April 7, 2012) The guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) is moored pier side in Chennai, India, in support of Malabar 2012. Malabar is a naval field training exercise aimed to advance multinational maritime relationships and mutual security issues.

PHILIPPINE SEA (April 30, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transports cargo to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) during a replenishment-at-sea. 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.

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