Naval Vessels in Operations

Images focus on modern naval ships and their operations, featuring various vessels in port and at sea, highlighting military hardware and maritime activity.

German Naval Museum in Wilhelmshaven, Wilhelmshaven, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

DN-ST-87-07729. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Departure from HR. Ms. Zierikzee and Hr. Ms. Alkmaar for participation in the standing Naval Force Channel (StanavForchan). Sagoids can say goodbye to their loved ones on board. Selection from object series 0075-052-022.

DN-ST-88-03077. Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

050115-N-9662L-001. Subject Operation/Series: UNIFIED ASSISTANCE Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmen aboard the battleship NEW JERSEY (BB-62) swab the forward wooden decks during sea trials. After recently completing renovations and modernization, the NEW JERSEY is scheduled to be reactivated in January of 1983. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

England, Hampshire, Portsmouth. HMS Monitor 33 First World War warship, berthed in No1 dry dock in the Portsmouth Naval Dockyard with HMS Ark Royal, former flagship of the Royal Navy in the background. HMS Ark Royal was decommissioned in March 2011.

NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 4, 2022) The first-in-class, Ford class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) departs Naval Station Norfolk on its first deployment, Oct. 4, 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. Navy's commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

DN-SC-87-07988. Base: Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060206-N-1464F-001. Base: Naval Base, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USS DALLAS (SSN 700)

DN-ST-89-01333. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

DN-ST-86-00777. Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-11472. Base: USS Yorktown (CG 48)

A starboard amidships view of the fleet oiler USNS HASSAYAMPA (T-AO-145) underway prior to conducting an underway replenishment with a ship bound for the Persian Gulf region in support of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 28, 2022) A AS332 Super Puma helicopter takes off from the flight deck of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) during a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6). 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.

S65-61888 (16 Dec. 1965) --- Crewmen of the aircraft carrier USS Wasp gather on deck to watch the recovery of the Gemini-6 spacecraft and astronauts. The Gemini spacecraft is being hoisted along the side of the ship by crane.

The ocean minesweeper USS ADROIT (MSO-509) lies tied up over the submerged deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship Super Servant 3. In the background at left is the mine countermeasures ship USS AVENGER (MCM-1). The AVENGER, the ADROIT and two other ocean minesweepers are being loaded aboard the Super Servant 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

rapid fire cannon

DN-SN-88-06479. Base: USS Stump (DD 978)

A harbor tug maneuvers the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) as the ship approaches port. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmen and Marines watch as vehicles are driven off the utility landing craft LCU-1661 into the well deck of the transport dock ship USS PORTLAND (LSD-37). Elements of the 2nd Marine Division are leaving the U.S. to participate in Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Morehead City State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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)

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne and aides to Pearl Harbor, Honolulu, Hawaii for commemorative events on the 65th anniversary of the Japanese attack

An M-809 5-ton cargo truck pulls a shelter as equipment is offloaded from the Military Sealift Command vehicle cargo ship CAPE DIAMOND (T-AKR-5055) during Exercise Reforger '91. Subject Operation/Series: REFORGER '91 Base: Flushing Country: Netherlands / Holland(NLD)

221002-N-LH674-1212 SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 2, 2022) Sailors aboard guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59) empty a hose after arriving at pier 30/32 in San Francisco in support of San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) 2022. SFFW 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 the city and its surrounding areas.

DN-ST-87-05924. Base: Qingdao Country: China (CHN)

The Russian nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser ADMIRAL USHAKOV, left, still bearing its original name, KIROV, on the gangplank, and the guided missile cruiser MARSHAL USTINOV stand moored to a pier during a port call by two American ships. The Guided missile cruiser USS YORKTOWN (CG-48) and the destroyer USS O'BANNON (DD-987) are visiting Severomorsk as part of an ongoing exchange between the navies of the United States and the Commonwealth of Independent States. Base: Severomorsk Naval Base Country: Russia (RUS)

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne and aides to Pearl Harbor, Honolulu, Hawaii for commemorative events on the 65th anniversary of the Japanese attack

DN-SC-86-03404. Base: San Pedro State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne and aides to Pearl Harbor, Honolulu, Hawaii for commemorative events on the 65th anniversary of the Japanese attack

The West German destroyer FGS SCHLESWIG-HOLSTEIN (D-182) refuels from the battleship USS IOWA (BB-61) during NATO Exercise Northern Wedding '86. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING '86 Country: North Atlantic Ocean

The guided missile destroyer ARLEIGH BURKE (DDG 51) sits on the ways at the Bath Iron Works shipyard prior to its commissioning and launch ceremony. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221009-O-LW180-1001-GR NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Oct. 9, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) pier side at the NATO Marathi Pier Complex in Souda Bay, Crete, during a scheduled port visit on Oct. 9, 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.

A view of the Mark 42 5-inch/54-caliber gunmount on the aft deck of the guided missile destroyer USS RICHARD E. BYRD (DDG 23). Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

990304-N-4912M-005. Base: Baltimore State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120902-N-KT462-122 PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 2, 2012) Sailors standby to perform a rifle volley during the 67th anniversary of the end of World War II aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial. The ceremony marked 67 years since Gen. Douglas MacArthur and Fleet Adm. Chester Nimitz, along with other U.S. and Allied officers, accepted the unconditional surrender of the Japanese, ending World War II.

The US Navy (USN) Utility Landing Craft (LCU 1630) prepares to offload US Marine Corps personnel and equipment at Tinian Island, Northern Mariana Islands, during Exercise TANDEM THRUST 99. Subject Operation/Series: TANDEM THRUST 99 Base: Tinian Island Country: Northern Mariana Islands (MNP)

DN-ST-89-09446. Base: Naval Submarine Base, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The nuclear-powered submarine USS SCAMP (SSN 588) and the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG 39) transit the canal during UNITAS XXV, the silver anniversary hemispheric naval exercise involving Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, the United States, Uruguay and Venezuela 1984

DN-ST-87-04424. Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The USS OGDEN (LPD 5), a 570 foot Navy amphibious transport dock ship from San Diego, California, is parked at the pier in Ketchikan, Alaska, in support of Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001, Alaska's premier joint training exercise. The two week long exercise is a combined effort with military forces from all over North America. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN EDGE 2001 Base: Ketchikan State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-10648. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard quarter view of the mine counter measures ship USS CHIEF (MCM-14) tied up at the Harbour Island municipal pier. Base: Tampa State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Officers and crewman man the rail during the commissioning ceremony for the guided missile cruiser USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN (CG-57). State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Dutch dock workers watch as an M-35 2.5-ton truck carrying a transportable air traffic control shelter is driven down the stern ramp of the Military Sealift Command vehicle cargo ship CAPE DIAMOND (T-AKR 5055) during exercise Reforger '91. Subject Operation/Series: REFORGER '91 Base: Flushing Country: Netherlands / Holland(NLD)

DN-SC-88-06177. Base: San Pedro State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Kady Carlson, a heavy equipment mechanic with Combat Logistics Company 36, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, observes the United States Naval Ship Dahl (T-AKR 312) during exercise Resolute Dragon 22 at White Beach Naval Base, on Sept. 22, 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.

DN-ST-86-07284. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-01374. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A high angle view of a floating dry dock and ships docked at the pier. The docked ships are, from front to rear, the guided missile cruiser USS WILLIAM H. STANDLEY (CG-32), the guided missile destroyer USS HENRY B. WILSON (DDG-7), the guided missile cruiser USS STERETT (CG-31) and the oiler USNS HASSAYAMPA (T-AO-145). Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

Well-wishers wave from the shore as they watch the arrival of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60). The SARATOGA and elements of its battle group are returning to Mayport following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Royal Navy ships HMS Kent 23 frigate F78, HMS Edinburgh 42 destroyer D97, HMS Dragon 45 destroyer D35, Portsmouth Naval Base

A view of the Mark 92 fire control radar antenna aboard the patrol missile hydrofoil USS TAURUS (PHM-3). The vessel is moored at Pier No. 2 at the Washington Navy Yard. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Four decommissioned Charles F. Adams class guided missile destroyers lie at anchor in the Middle Loch. The ships are, from left to right: the HOEL (DDG-13), the JOSEPH STRAUSS (DDG-16), the HENRY B. WILSON (DDG-7) and the COCHRANE (DDG-21).. Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

Anchor chains on the USS Wisconsin, Norfolk, Virginia.

DN-ST-88-03977. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Navy Sailors with Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14 offload an MH-53 Sea Dragon helicopter from a vehicle carrier ship at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 14, 2022. The Green Lake visited MCAS Iwakuni to offload an MH-53 Sea Dragon in support of Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14 after completion of aircraft maintenance. MCAS Iwakuni is the only Marine Corps base with a collocated harbor and airfield, allowing aircraft to be rapidly transported, fixed, and redeployed.

Five F-35B Lightning II aircraft, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, sit parked on the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during a scheduled port visit at Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo April 5, 2023. For more than 75 years, CFAS has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services to empower forward-deployed U.S. and Allied Forces while providing superior support to their families and the community.

DN-SC-87-05986. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port quarter view of the guided missile frigate USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG-58) secured on the deck of the Dutch salvage ship MIGHTY SERVANT II. The MIGHTY SERVANT II is transporting the frigate back to its home port in Newport, R.I., after it struck a mine in the Persian Gulf on 14 April 1988. Country: Chesapeake Bay

The Blue Ridge Class Comand Ship, USS MOUNT WHITNEY (LCC 20), departs Lisbon, Portugal, and prepares to take part in exercise Strong Resolve '98, Crisis South. Subject Operation/Series: STRONG RESOLVE '98 Base: Lisbon Country: Portugal (PRT)

The mine countermeasures ship SENTRY (MCM-3) on the ways one week prior to launching. Base: Sturgeon Bay State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Japanese destroyers are moored together at the Bravo Piers during exercise RimPac '90. They include, top row, from right: the JDS HARUNA (DD-141), JDS SHIMAKAZE (DD-172), JDS MINEYUKI (DD-124) and JDS SHIMAYUKI (DD-133). Right to left, bottom row: JDS ASAKAZE (DD-169), JDS ISOYUKI (DD-127), JDS HAMAYUKI (DD-126) and JDS ASAYUKI (DD-132). Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '90 Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-06725. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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

The USS PORT ROYAL (CG 73), left, and the USS VANDEGRIFT (FFG 48) stream their signal flags and serve as tour ships to the public prior to deploying for Exercise RIMPAC '98. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '98 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SASEBO, Japan (June 10, 2020) Ship repair facility personnel prepare to refloat the Avenger-class mine countermeasure ship USS Warrior (MCM 10), June 10, 2020. Warrior, part of Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7, is forward deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response platform for contingency operations.

An elevated view of the commissioning of the guided missile frigate DE WERT (FFG-45). Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Escorted by U.S. Navy large harbor tugs, the British light aircraft carrier HMS Invincible (R-05) arrives at Naval Station, Norfolk, VA. Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A left front view of an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter parked on the flight line at Naval Air Facility, Mayport. A C-9B Skytrain II aircraft of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 57 (VR-57) is behind the helicopter. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port side view of the Mark 75 76mm OTO Melara gun on the bow of the patrol combatant missile hydrofoil USS GEMINI (PHM-6). The ship is at the Washington Navy Yard for a port visit. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The Mark-26 super rapid boom chaff launchers aboard the battleship USS IOWA (BB 61) provide deck-launched self-protection against radar or anti-ship missiles. Base: USS Iowa (BB 61) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Direct stern-on view of the Arleigh Burke class Aegis guided missile destroyer USS MASON (DDG 87) resting on the launch ways shortly before her christening at the Bath Iron Works Shipyard. The ships large bronze screws are visible in the view. This is the last Navy ship to be launched down the traditional inclined way. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members aboard the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) display a banner for television cameras aboard the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19). The news/entertainment television program Good Morning America is being filmed aboard the BLUE RIDGE, which is moored alongside the IWO JIMA. Both vessels are among the U.S. Navy ships deployed to the region in support of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Bahrain (BHR)

Arabian Sea, October 18, 2011 - Dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) transits alongside guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) during a replenishment-at-sea.

A starbaord bow view of the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) moored in dry dock No. 6. The gate has been closed and water is being drained from the dry dock. Base: Naval Repair Facility, Yokosuka Country: Japan(JPN)

Law enforcement boat crews protect the battleship USS Texas as pilot boat crews tow the historic ship down the Houston Ship Channel near Baytown, Texas, Aug. 31, 2022. The USS Texas is moving from the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site in La Porte, Texas, to a dry dock in Galveston, Texas, where it will undergo extensive hull repairs.

ODESSA, Ukraine (July 10, 2017) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) arrives pierside in Odessa, Ukraine, during exercise Sea Breeze 2017. The U.S. and Ukraine co-hosted multinational maritime exercise is held in the Black Sea and is designed to enhance interoperability of participating nations and strengthen maritime security within the region.

The crew of the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB 64) mans the rails during the ship's recommissioning ceremony. More than 12,000 people attended the ceremony. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Chinese and U.S. naval personnel stand on the bridge of the guided missile cruiser USS REEVES (CG-24). REEVES is part of the first U.S. Navy warship contingent to visit China in forty years. Base: Qingdao State: Shanghi Country: China (CHN)

An M-1 Abrams main battle tank stands on the pier after being offloaded from the Military Sealift Command-chartered freighter CAPE INSCRIPTION (T-AKR-5076) during Exercise Bright Star '89. Subject Operation/Series: BRIGHT STAR '89 Country: Egypt (EGY)

Equipment is offloaded from the Military Sealift Command vehicle cargo ship CAPE DIAMOND (T-AKR-5055) during exercise Reforger '91. Subject Operation/Series: REFORGER '91 Base: Flushing Country: Netherlands / Holland(NLD)

981007-N-1542M-001. Subject Operation/Series: FUNDAMENTAL RELIEF Base: Nas, Roosevelt Roads State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A Mark-16 Phalanx close-in weapon system mounted on the island of the aircraft carrier USS CORAL SEA (CV 43). Country: Unknown

Crew members paint the hull of the Venezuelan frigate GENERAL SALOM (F-25) while the ship is in port during Unitas XXXII, a combined exercise involving the naval forces of the United States and eight South American nations. Base: La Guaira Country: Venezuela(VEN)

Laundry lines and cots being used by Haitian refugees fill the well deck of the dock landing ship USS PENSACOLA (LSD-48). The PENSACOLA is being used to house over 500 Haitian refugees until tents can be erected on land. Nearly 15,000 Haitians have been intercepted and brought aboard Navy and Coast Guard ships between October and December 1991. They are then transported to Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, for temporary housing until their legal status haas been determined. Base: Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay Country: Cuba (CUB)

The Danish frigate PEDER-SKRAM (F-352), left, and the West German destroyer FGR ROMMEL (D-187) participate in an underway replenishment with the battleship USS IOWA (BB-61). The ships are participating in NATO exercise Northern Wedding '86. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING '86 Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-SC-86-04204. Base: Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

030513-N-7833F-014. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Line handlers stand by as the Military Sealift Command auxiliary crane ship FLICKERTAIL STATE (T-ACS-5) arrives at the pier during Operation Steel Box. The ship 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

DN-SC-89-07719. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-08519. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Bangor State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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

The Kingston-class coastal defense vessel HMCS Edmonton (MM 703) arrives for the annual Rose Festival during Portland Fleet Week in Portland, Oregon, June 8, 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.

040705-M-6332G-011. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 3D BN 3D MAR I CO/CSSD-77

DN-ST-89-08196. Base: Shanghai Harbor Country: China (CHN)

SAN DIEGO (July 30, 2012) The Laser Weapon System (LaWS) temporarily installed aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) in San Diego, Calif., is a technology demonstrator built by the Naval Sea Systems Command from commercial fiber solid state lasers, utilizing combination methods developed at the Naval Research Laboratory. LaWS can be directed onto targets from the radar track obtained from a MK 15 Phalanx Close-In Weapon system or other targeting source. The Office of Naval Research's Solid State Laser (SSL) portfolio includes LaWS development and upgrades providing a quick reaction capability for the fleet with an affordable SSL weapon prototype. This capability provides Navy ships a method for Sailors to easily defeat small boat threats and aerial targets without using bullets.

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