Navy Exercises and Operations

Photos feature U.S. Navy personnel engaged in maritime exercises, showcasing teamwork and naval vessels in various operational contexts, with a focus on readiness.

220428-N-DO281-1252 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 28, 2022) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) breaks away from the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE-12) after completing a replenishment-at-sea, April 28. Paul Ignatius is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Navy Capt. Douglas Graber, center, USS New Orleans (LPD 18) commanding officer, and Sailors observe during a visit, board, search, and seizure exercise aboard New Orleans in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 17, 2022. Marines and Sailors aboard LPD 18 provided oversight and command and control during the VBSS drill. The 31st MEU is operating aboard the ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 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.

220713-N-TT059-1095 GULF OF OMAN (July 13, 2022) Cmdr. Ryan Downing (left), executive officer of USS Momsen (DDG 92) and Lt. Cmdr. Russell Allen render honors to Italian Navy frigate ITS Virginio Fasan (F 591) as the guided-missile destroyer sails alongside the frigate in the Gulf of Oman, July 13. Momsen is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 19, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) sails alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during a fueling-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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110216-N-9589S-028ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 16, 2011) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) stand by as they approach the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO-189), center, and the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) to conduct a dual underway replenishment. Truxtun and Monterey are conducting a joint task force exercise as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group.

NORFOLK, Va. (Aug. 8, 2022) - Sailors man the rails as the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) departs Naval Station Norfolk, Aug. 8. Leyte Gulf, assigned to the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, departed Naval Station Norfolk on a scheduled deployment in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220428-N-DO281-1252 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 28, 2022) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) breaks away from the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE-12) after completing a replenishment-at-sea, April 28. Paul Ignatius is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

Sailors, assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) deck department, man the phone and distance line during a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Medgar Evers (T-AKE 13), March 30, 2023. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting routine operations and training to maintain readiness. As the first-in-class ship of Ford-class aircraft carriers, CVN 78 represents a generational leap in the U.S. Navy's capacity to project power on a global scale.

220709-N-UF592-1192 PHILIPPINE SEA (July 9, 2022) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) bid farewell to the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) after a fueling-at-sea. 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 2, 2022) Sailors handle line on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during a fueling-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200) and 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.

220531-N-TT059-1008 GULF OF OMAN (May 31, 2022) The guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) performs a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra (T-AKE 8) in the Gulf of Oman, May 31. Momsen is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

120819-N-AP176-014U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Aug. 19, 2012) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Justin Williams fires a shot line from the guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) to the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) during a replenishment at sea. Nitze is deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

111029-N-YX169-283ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 27, 2011) Cmdr. Cole Hayes, left, commanding officer of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce (LPD 15), and Sailors aboard the ship man the port bridge wing as the ship approaches the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) for the final scheduled underway replenishment before decommissioning. Ponce is en route to Port Canaveral, Fla., the first of its final three ports of call, before beginning the decommissioning process after 41 years of service.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley, the commanding general of Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, Marine Forces Command, Marine Forces Northern Command, thanks U.S. Navy Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) First Class Ramsay Innabgriesh, a deck engineer with Amphibious Assault Unit (ACU) 4, at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, June 10, 2022. Langley and Caudle visited ACU 4 for inspection of and familiarization with the new SSC amphibious watercraft assigned to the unit and to foster advocacy for expeditionary warfare initiatives in support of naval integration. ACU 4 provides fast, over-the-horizon movement from ship-to-shore of service members and equipment.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 16, 2012) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) perform line handling during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) during Valiant Shield 2012. Valiant Shield is an integrated training exercise that allows the opportunity to integrate Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps assets in a blue environment.

Ens. Esther Choe maintains the speed of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Midgett (WMSL 757) as the cutter conducts a fueling at sea (FAS) evolution with the Aotearoa, a Royal New Zealand Navy supply ship, in the South China Sea, Oct. 11, 2022. The crew of the Midgett and Aotearoa conducted joint exercises this past summer during RIMPAC 2022.

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - In Port Canaveral, Fla., technicians help install the X-band radar 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.

110130-N-3374C-083ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2011) A Sailor from the weapons department aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) fires a shot line to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) during an underway replenishment. George H.W. Bush is in the Atlantic Ocean conducting a composite training unit exercise.

221015-N-UL352-1113 GULF OF OMAN (Oct. 15, 2022) Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 1st Class Konrad Densmore, right, assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), directs Sailors during a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9) in the Gulf of Oman, Oct. 15. Delbert D. Black is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

Crew members from the USCGC Stone (WMSL 758) and the Brazil Navy ship Amazonas render honors to Amazonas during combined training exercises in the Southern Atlantic Ocean, March 6, 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.

111028-N-DU438-024ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 28, 2011) GunnerÕs Mate Seaman Eric Wheeler fires a .50-caliber machine gun during a gunnery exercise aboard guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64). Gettysburg is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 20, 2013) Sailors from the U.S. Navy, Royal Australian Navy, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force salute as the Royal Australian Navy guided-missile frigate HMAS Sydney (FFG 03) passes alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) following a maneuvering exercise. Preble is on patrol in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

111130-N-DU438-079ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 30, 2011) Sailors man the phone and distance line on the forecastle of guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64) during a replenishment-at-sea with Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195). Gettysburg is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

GUNNER's Mate (Guns) 1ST Class Joe Brown mans a 25mm chain gun aboard USS BENFOLD (DDG 65) while on watch in the Persian Gulf. Benfold is conducting Multinational Maritime Interception Operations as part of the UN sanctions against Iraq. Base: USS Benfold (DDG 65)

220924-N-EI127-1148SAN DIEGO (Sept. 24, 2022) - Logistics Specialist 1st Class Vonger Guamon leads a tour group across the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during the 100 year anniversary of Naval Base San Diego (NBSD) celebration, Sept. 24. The NBSD Centennial Celebration honored the partnership between the base and its community by granting public access to a portion of the base and showing off Navy assets while providing a better understanding of what happens within the base Makin Island is homeported in San Diego.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 13, 2022) Royal Australian Navy Able Seaman Samantha Ratcliffe (center) from Royal Australian Navy auxiliary oiler replenishment ship HMAS Supply (A 195), fires a distance line to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) 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. (Photo by Royal Australian Navy Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez)

220708-N-QI593-1116 IONIAN SEA (July 8, 2022) Sailors heave a messenger line aboard the USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) during a replenishment-at-sea with USNS Supply (T-AOE-6) in the Ionian Sea, July 8, 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.

221028-N-RT917-1007 EILAT, Israel (Oct. 28, 2022) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) handle line while pulling into Eilat, Israel, Oct. 28. The Sullivans is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

230402-N-TC847-1004 IONIAN SEA (Apr. 2, 2023) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8), April 2, 2023. The GHWCSG 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.

20915-N-XN177-2120 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 15, 2022) - An AS-332 Super Puma helicopter picks up a load of supplies from Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7) during a replenishment-at-sea with amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 15, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 22, 2022) - Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) stand by during a replenishment-at-sea with Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC 2022 from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC 2022 provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 22, 2022) Royal Australian Navy Petty Officer Brendon Chaffer looks on as Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11) approaches Royal Australian Navy landing helicopter dock HMAS Canberra (L02) to conduct a replenishment-at-sea during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 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. (Photo by Royal Australian Navy Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall)

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 14, 2022) Royal Canadian Navy Halifax-class frigate HMCS Winnipeg (FFH 338) conducts a Replenishment at Sea (RAS) with Royal Australian Navy Supply-class replenishment oiler HMAS Supply (A195) off the coast of Hawaii 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-Aug 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sep. 14, 2022) Sailors hoist a torpedo onto the aft missile deck aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65), Sep. 14. Benfold is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

111206-N-FI736-128ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2011) Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Gareth Erasmus, right, and Gunners Mate 2nd Class Justin McKay fire a Mk 38 25mm machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78). Porter is underway preparing for an upcoming deployment with the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group.

220817-N-UL352-1027 NAVAL STATION ROTA, SPAIN (Aug. 17, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) man the rails as the ship arrives in Naval Station Rota, Spain, for a scheduled port visit, Aug. 17, 2022. Delbert D. Black is part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security.

ROTA, Spain (Oct. 22, 2020) Sailors from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) visit, board, search and seizure team participate in a training exercise, Oct. 22, 2020. Donald Cook, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, returns from patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners and U.S. national security in Europe and Africa.

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Vice President Joe Biden talks with Commander Timothy Wilke, commanding officer of the U.S.S. Freedom, during a tactical team demonstration, on board the U.S.S. Freedom, at Changi Navy Base in Singapore, July 27, 2013.

220107-N-TR141-0333 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 7, 2022) Gunners Mate 2nd Class Taquan Taylor, right, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105), acts as the crew-serve weapons instructor for Gunners Mate 2nd Class Jeremy Gillentine, while he fires the 7.62 mm machine gun during a live fire training exercise. Dewey is assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and is underway supporting a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. CTF 71/DESRON 15 is the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

120314-N-NG317-003ARABIAN GULF (March 14, 2012) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) observe a riverine patrol craft from Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 2 and the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Adak (WPB 1333) conduct a maritime infrastructure protection exercise. Milius is on a routine deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

MAJ. GEN. James C. Riley, commander, 3d Infantry Division (Mechanized), briefs soldiers at the Port of Savannah at the conclusion of Deployment Exercise 97-02. A stern view of the US Naval Ship (USNS) GILLILAND (T-AKR-298), which was used during loading/unloading procedures, is tied to the pier. Subject Operation/Series: DEPLOYMENT EXERCISE (DEPEX) 97-02 Base: Savannah State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110728-N-SB672-323GULF OF ADEN (July 28, 2011) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) heave lines to connect a fuel probe during a refueling at sea. Chancellorsville is conducting operations supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

U.S. Cmdr. Corey Millis, Commanding Officer of the Guided-Missel Destroyer U.S.S. Hopper (DDG 70), and 2nd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) Soldiers fire M9 pistols near Oahu, Hawaii, Oct. 26, 2022. U.S.S. Hopper and crew are participating in Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC) rotation 23-01, alongside the 25th Infantry Division, and elements from the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne). JPMRC rotations allow Army forces to rehearse strategic movements and maneuvers, integrate with allies and partners, and increase the readiness of the Joint Force in the Indo-Pacific region.

230220-N-NH267-1004 GULF OF OMAN (Feb. 20, 2023) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Akos Polgar, assigned to guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60), briefs crew prior to an aircraft firefighting drill in the Gulf of Oman, Feb. 20, 2023. Paul Hamilton is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220619-N-KI637-1101 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 19, 2022) Electronics Technician 2nd Class Logan Pierce, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), conducts corrective repair maintenance on the MORIAH system. GHWBCSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security. It achieves its mission by projecting the combined power of George H.W. Bush, Carrier Air Wing 7, Destroyer Squadron 26, and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55).

120307-N-UM734-061ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 7, 2012) Ensign Adam Barefoot, Lt. Victor Lange and Lt. Cmdr. Eric Coop stand on the bow of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) while approaching the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) for a replenishment at sea. Kearsarge is underway completing Afloat Training Group 1.3 basic phase training.

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), left, converses with Capt. Togo, commanding officer of Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) guided missile destroyer JS Atago (DDG-177), on the starboard bridge wing 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.

220520-N-XN177-1044 IWAKUNI, Japan (May 20, 2022) - Seaman Angel Mencia, right, from Salinas, California, and Seaman William Billiot, from Houma, Louisiana, prepare to heave mooring lines over the side as amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) moors at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 20, 2022. Tripoli is conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

U.S. FIFTH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 4, 2012) Cmdr. Carl Brobst, from Kingston, Pa., executive officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69), observes a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) and the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Vicksburg is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

221029-N-UF592-1029 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 29, 2022) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Higgins (DDG 76), man the phone and distance line while conducting a fueling-at-sea with the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Oct. 29. 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.

220520-N-AO868-1010 BARCELONA, Spain (May 20, 2022) Sailors man the rails as Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) departs Barcelona, Spain, May, 20, 2022. San Jacinto 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.

NASSAU, Bahamas (April 3, 2022) - Sailors man the rails during a sea-and-anchor detail aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78), April 3. Porter, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is currently in the U.S. 2nd Fleet area of operations to conduct routine certifications and training.

110315-N-3999C-005TOMAKOMAI KO, Japan (March 15, 2011) A Japan Self-Defense Force armored vehicle is craned aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). Tortuga loaded humanitarian supplies and more than 20 vehicles to support Operation Tomodachi, a humanitarian assistance mission in the wake of a 9.0 magnitude earthquake and a subsequent tsunami in Japan.

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 7, 2013) Sailors set up the aircraft barricade during a training exercise on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is conducting training and carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean.

230402-N-TC847-1008 IONIAN SEA (Apr. 2, 2023) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Kasai Blackston-Jefferson assigned to the the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) fires shot line to the fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) during a replenishment-at-sea, April 2, 2023. The GHWCSG 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 (Sept. 12, 2022) Cmdr. Joseph McGettigan, commanding officer of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) observes as the ship prepares to conduct a replenishment-at-sea with Henry J. Kaiser-class replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) in the South China Sea, Sept. 12. Higgins is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleet's principal surface force.

PEARL HARBOR (July 12, 2022) Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) departs Pearl Harbor ahead of Royal Australian Navy landing helicopter dock HMAS Canberra (L02) to participate in the at-sea phase of 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 worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Photo by Royal Australian Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall)

Marines watch from a pier as the dock landing ship USS PENSACOLA (LSD-38) is assisted by a tug. Elements of the 2nd Marine Division will embark aboard the Pensacola and other ships to participate in Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Morehead City State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (August 3, 2016) The dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) conducts an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command ship USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9). Harpers Ferry, part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation in support of security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

Crewmen board the guided missile frigate USS JARRETT (FFG 33) during the ship's commissioning ceremony. Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors haul in line on the forecastle aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), as the ship prepares to get underway from Naval Base San Diego, Jan. 3, 2024. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of USS Boxer (LHD 4), USS Somerset (LPD 25), and Harpers Ferry, and the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway conducting integrated training and routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220718-N-RV233-0025USS Port Royal (CG-73) homecoming after being deployed since January 2022.

GUAM (Aug. 26, 2022) Information System Technician 2nd Class Corbin Rose, from Staunton, Virginia, removes a mooring line from a bit on the focsle aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while departing Guam, Aug. 26. 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.

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181217-N-UP035-0134 NORFOLK (Dec.17, 2018) Sailors and Marines man the rails of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) as it departs Naval Station Norfolk. Kearsarge is on a deployment as part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group in support of maritime security operations, crisis response and theater security cooperation, while also providing a forward naval presence.

230203-N-TD381-2025 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 3, 2023) Sailors assigned to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) conduct a live-fire exercise on the fantail. Vinson is currently underway conducting routine maritime operations.

Coast Guard Cutters - Northland (WMEC 904) - 26-HK-76-144. CGC Northland ops--Coast Guardsmen manning the rails with guns--HIV preboarding, 09-17. Hurricane Katrina

DN-ST-87-03549. Base: Qingdao Country: China (CHN)

010330-N-9851B-010. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: Uss Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Country: Bahrain (BHR)

221010-N-XK462-1017 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 10, 2022) U.S. Navy Cmdr. Christopher Green, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer, and Cmdr. Ronald Fairbanks, executive officer, direct and supervise a replenishment-at-sea aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108). Wayne E. Meyer is currently operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 28, 2012) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) stand by as the ship approaches the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO-199) for a replenishment at sea. McCampbell is part of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group and is conducting on a patrol of the western Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 12, 2020) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Eric Alexander, from Houston, operates a rigid-hull inflatable boat during a man overboard drill with the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115). Rafael Peralta is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220822-N-ZS023-1060 SAN DIEGO (Aug 22, 2022) Cmdr. William Carr, right, commanding officer of Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Gabrielle Giffords (LCS 10), discusses littoral combat ship aircraft capabilities with U.S. 3rd Fleet Command Master Chief Trenton Schmidt, Aug. 22. LCS are fast, agile, mission-focused platforms designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS support forward-presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence missions around the globe.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Trent Mason, a rifleman with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, guides a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle on the flight deck of USS New Orleans (LPD 18) during a vehicle offload in preparation for KAMANDAG 6, at the Port of Subic Bay, Philippines, Sept. 28, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual, bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

A member of the Marine Detachment fires a 25mm Mark 38, Mod 0 gun system during gunnery practice on the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63). Country: Unknown

A close-up view of the bridge and mast of the coastal patrol ship USS CYCLONE (PC-1). Country: Chesapeake Bay

220526-N-ZS023-1008 NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (May 26, 2022) Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Mobile (LCS 26) Blue Crew and Gold Crew stand in formation in preparation for an exchange of command ceremony. LCS is a fast, agile, mission-focused platform designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS is capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 21, 2022) Nine newly Chief Petty Officers sing anchors away during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) in the Philippine Sea on Oct. 21, 2022. Chancellorsville is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific and is assigned to Commander, Task Force 70, a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of its allies and partners in the region.

The Royal Moroccan Navy fregate Sultan Moulay Ismai and the guided missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) dock during a port visit for distinguished visitors of African Lion 2022 to Agadir, Morocco, June 28, 2022. AL22 is U.S. Africa Command's largest, premier, joint, combined annual exercise hosted by Morocco, Ghana, Senegal, and Tunisia, June 6 - 30. More than 7,500 participants from 28 nations and NATO train together with a focus on enhancing readiness for U.S. and partner-nation forces. AL22 is a joint all-domain, multi-component, and multinational exercise, employing a full array of mission capabilities with the goal to strengthen interoperability among participants and set the theater for strategic access.

110922-N-ZF681-286PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 22, 2011) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) heave a fuel line from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-A0 202) during a refueling at sea. Halsey is underway conducting operations off the coast of Southern California.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 21, 2022) - Gunners Mate 2nd Class John Rhodes, from San Antonio, fires a shot line aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) during an underway replenishment with Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7). Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

JAKARTA, Indonesia (June 14, 2013) Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Sullivan Goings tosses a heaving line to the pier as the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) pulls into Jakarta, Indonesia, for a port visit. Blue Ridge port visits represent an opportunity to promote peace and stability in the South Indo-Asia Pacific region, demonstrate commitment to regional partners and foster growing relationships

Fire Controlman 3rd Class Daniel Trujillo, left, shoots a shot line to the French tanker FS Somme (A 631) while under the instruction of Gunners Mate 2nd Class Cade Coley during a replenishment-at-sea on the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) during the training exercise Silent Wolverine while underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Nov. 12, 2022. Exercise Silent Wolverine is a U.S.-led, combined training exercise that tests Ford-class aircraft carrier capabilities through integrated high-end naval warfare scenarios alongside participating allies in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group is conducting their first deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations.

220709-N-AO868-1077 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 9, 2022) Sailors hold a phone-and-distance line on the focsole of USS San Jacinto (CG 56) during a replenishment-at-sea with USNS Supply (T-AO E6) in the Mediterranean Sea, July 9, 2022. San Jacinto 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.

060511-N-2959L-409. Complete Scene Caption: US Navy (USN) Sailors stationed aboard the USN Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76) reach to retrieve and secure cargo from a sliding pad eye during an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command (MSC) fast combat support ship USNS RAINER (T-AOE 7).2006). Sailors on board USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) reach to retrieve and secure cargo from a sliding pad eye during an underway replenishment (UNREP) with USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7). Ronald Reagan and Carrier Air Wing Fourteen (CVW-14) are currently deployed as part of a routine rotation of U.S. maritime forces in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedomas well as conducting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) in the region. MSO set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts in regional nations. MSO deny international terrorists use of the maritime environment as

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (July 18, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), handle line during a sea and anchor evolution in Copenhagen, Denmark, July 18, 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.

U.S. Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS Somerset (LPD 25) man the rails of Somerset as it ports in the Gulf of Thailand to participate in Exercise Cobra Gold Feb. 23, 2024. Cobra Gold demonstrates the U.S. commitment to the region by building interoperability, multilateral cooperative arrangements, advancing common interests, and a commitment to our allies and partners in ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Marine Corps

070316-M-7459S-125. Base: USS Bataan (LHD 3) Country: Indian Ocean (IOC) Scene Major Command Shown: 26TH MEU

060724-N-0975R-001. Base: Kemaman Country: Malaysia (MYS)

220731-A-KS490-1112 SUEZ CANAL (July 31, 2022) Fast response cutter USCGC John Scheuerman (1146) transits the Suez Canal, July 31. John Scheuerman is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East Region.

ARABIAN GULF (May 26, 2013) Sailors stand by as the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) approaches the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Joshua Humphreys (T-AO 188) for a replenishment-at-sea. Monterey is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

111112-N-WX059-221PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 12, 2011) Gunners Mate 2nd Class Kory Burnett fires a shot line from the guided-missle destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11) during an underway replenishment.

SOUDA BAY, Greece (April 25, 2013) Multinational military personnel representing five countries practice ship boarding and search techniques during training at the NATO Maritime Interdiction Operation Training Center. Personnel from Georgia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, and Romania are taking part in the U.S. Navy sponsored training designed to build maritime interoperability and promote enhanced theater security cooperation.

120526-N-WW409-253 YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 26, 2012) Sailors man the rails of the Japan-based, Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while departing Yokosuka, Japan. George Washington and embarked Carrier Air Wing 5, will provide a combat-ready force that will protect and defend the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region.

U.S. Army personnel aboard the rapid-response vehicle cargo ship USNS REGULUS (T-AKR-292) watch from the railing as the fleet oiler USNS TRUCKEE (T-AO-147) comes alongside 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

The Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), departed Naval Station Norfolk, Jan. 24, 2024 commencing operations for Steadfast Defender 2024, NATO's largest excercise in decades. Steadfast Defender will demonstrate NATO's ability to deploy forces rapidly from across the Alliance to reinforce the defense of Europe.

GREAT LAKES, Ill. (Oct. 11, 2022) - Assault Craft Unit One Sailors conduct a safety and accountability check before taking North Chicago Community High School Naval Junior Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) cadets out in Lake Michigan aboard amphibious assault patrol crafts during a Naval Station (NAVSTA) Great Lakes tour. NAVSTA Great Lakes leads recurring community engagement tours with NJROTC, Boy Scouts of America and other youth groups and local schools. NRJROTC focuses on citizenship development, acting as a conduit for opportunities and scholarships.

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