RMP8B755–180623-N-LI768-1015 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 23, 2018) - The guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) transits the Pacific Ocean, June 23, 2018. Dewey is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Devin M. Langer/Released). ()
RMCEH84X–Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kathleen Gorby conducts a familiarization dive off the coast of Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The Underwater Photo Team of Expeditionary Combat Camera conducts semi-annual training to ensure support of Department of Defense activities worldwide.
RMPD8W9H–180704-N-DA737-0123 EVERETT, Wash. (July 4, 2018) Cadets from the Everett Public Schools Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps march in the Colors of Freedom Parade, in Everett, Wash. The parade is part of Everett's annual Fourth of July celebrations, July 4, 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Jiang/Released). ()
RMPD71G7–An MH-60R Seahawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 70 and the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) flies over the Atlantic Ocean at sunrise Oct. 17, 2010. George H.W. Bush is conducting tailored ship's training availability/final evaluation problem. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tony Curtis/Released)
RMM407K7–180208-N-WZ681-111 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 8, 2018) Sailors paint an angle-iron on a weather deck aboard the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during the ship’s selected restricted availability. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Randy Lee Adams II/Released)
RMP8MC00–180623-N-UK306-1259 Dayton, Ohio (June 23, 2018) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, perform during the Vectren Dayton Air Show in Dayton, Ohio, June 24, 2018. The Blue Angels are scheduled to perform more than 60 demonstrations at more than 30 locations across the U.S. and Canada in 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Schumaker/Released). ()
RMF6B04X–Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Anthony Martinez, assigned to Expeditionary Combat Camera (ECC), climbs a caving ladder during Fleet Combat Camera Pacific’s Summer Quick Shot 2015 combined joint field training exercise in Long Beach, Calif., Aug. 7, 2015. Quick Shot is a semi-annual exercise that improves combat camera Service members' ability to operate in a tactical environment.
RMMF6438–170530-N-QI061-276 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 30, 2017) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Logan Nuttall presents arms during a burial-at-sea ceremony aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), May 30, 2017. Monterey is currently underway conducting Atlantic operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan T. Beard). ()
RMP3AWWH–Gulf (Dec. 2, 2006)- USS Ardent (MCM 12) Commanding Officer Lt. Cmdr. Angel Cruz speaks to Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kori Melvin on Officer of the Deck procedures during a mine countermeasure exercise. The exercise is being conducted in support of maritime security operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy
RMM426G9–180201-N-ZU710-061 Atlantic Ocean (Feb. 1, 2018) Sailors haul in mooring lines aboard the USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG-81) while pulling out of Naval Station Norfolk to conduct a Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). USS Winston S. Churchill is underway as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTCSG) COMPTUEX, which evaluates the strike group's ability as a whole to carry out sustained combat operations from the sea, ultimately certifying the HSTCSG for deployment. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Chen/Released)
RMPC9PR6–180723-N-VQ841-0219PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2018) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the 'Kestrels' of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 takes off from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), July 23, 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Ethan J. Soto/Released) Image courtesy Seaman Apprentice Ethan Soto/U.S. Navy. ()
RMDFR9B2–Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter Lewis and Gunners Mate 1st Class Andrew Froderman, both assigned to Commander, Ta
RMMF642R–170523-N-QI061-079ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 23, 2017) Fire Controlman 3rd Class Hunter Osterhout from Norwood, N.C. performs maintenance on an escape trunk hatch aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), May 23, 2017. Monterey is currently underway enroute to Fleet Week New York City. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan T. Beard). ()
RMKKCHRW–Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Ronald Sampson maintains communications with the bridge from the flight deck control room during flight operations aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter DDG 78, 120519-N-Wo496-009 Arabian Gulf. Image courtesy U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex R. Forster/US Navy. 2012.
RMDFR974–Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen tests his underwater camera gear while Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
RMMHNEMF–180411-N-XN177-0104 YOKOSUKA, Japan - The British Royal Navy Type 23 frigate HMS Sutherland (F 81) departs U.S. Fleet Activities (FLEACT) Yokosuka after a scheduled port visit, April 26, 2018. FLEACT Yokosuka provides, maintains, and operates base facilities and services in support of 7th Fleet's forward-deployed naval forces, 71 tenant commands, and 27, 000 military and civilian personnel. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter Burghart/Released). ()
RMKK83RP–Vice Admiral Robin Braun, commander of Navy Reserve Force, speaks during the funeral service for Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Randall Smith, Chattanooga, Tennessee. Image courtesy Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Wolpert/US Navy, 2015.
RMDFR9FT–Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen puts on his dive mask while Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Charles Walters waits for permission to enter the water before performing an anti-terrorism force protection inspection dive as
RMMF63KE–180414-N-ET513-0001 U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (April 14, 2018) The guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) fires a Tomahawk land attack missile, April 13, 2018. Laboon is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kallysta Castillo/Released). ()
RMP8MC6J–180623-N-UK306-1192 Dayton, Ohio (June 23, 2018) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, perform during the Vectren Dayton Air Show in Dayton, Ohio, June 24, 2018. The Blue Angels are scheduled to perform more than 60 demonstrations at more than 30 locations across the U.S. and Canada in 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Schumaker/Released). ()
RMDFR971–Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen, assigned to Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56.1, enters the water before documenting an anti-terrorism force protection inspection dive as part of day-to-day operations protecting freedom of movement and the
RMMEYRKE–180414-N-ET513-0002 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (April 14, 2018) The guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) fires a Tomahawk land attack missile April 14, 2018, April 13, 2018. Laboon is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kallysta Castillo/Released). ()
RMP8B730–180623-N-LI768-1067 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 23, 2018) - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Aaliyah Terrell, assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105), stands by as an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the 'Magicians' of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 35, prepares for takeoff, June 23, 2018. Dewey is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Devin M. Langer/Released). ()
RMDFR9C0–Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter Lewis and Gunners Mate 1st Class Andrew Froderman, both assigned to Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56.1, conduct a monthly weapons inventory. CTG-56.1 conducts mine countermeasures, explosive ordnance disposal, s
RMP8MCAJ–Sailors assigned to Navy Cargo Handling Battalion (NCHB) 1, Det, July 2, 2018. Guam, on load ammo cans to a cargo ship at Naval Base Guam, July 2, 2018. NCHB 1 Det. Guam, assigned to Commander, Task Force 75, is the Navy's only active duty cargo handling battalion, and is a rapidly deployable operating unit of the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command, capable of loading and discharging ships and aircraft in all climatic and threat conditions. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kryzentia Richards). ()
RMDFR99Y–Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter Lewis and Gunners Mate 1st Class Andrew Froderman, both assigned to Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56.1, conduct a monthly weapons inventory. CTG-56.1 conducts mine countermeasures, explosive ordnance disposal, s
RMP8MCB3–Sailors assigned to Navy Cargo Handling Battalion (NCHB) 1, Det, July 2, 2018. Guam, on load ammo cans to a cargo ship at Naval Base Guam, July 2, 2018. NCHB 1 Det. Guam, assigned to Commander, Task Force 75, is the Navy's only active duty cargo handling battalion, and is a rapidly deployable operating unit of the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command, capable of loading and discharging ships and aircraft in all climatic and threat conditions. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kryzentia Richards). ()
RMDFR9E7–Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter Lewis and Gunners Mate 1st Class Andrew Froderman, both assigned to Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56.1, conduct a monthly weapons inventory. CTG-56.1 conducts mine countermeasures, explosive ordnance disposal, s
RMP8MCA7–Sailors assigned to Navy Cargo Handling Battalion (NCHB) 1, Det, July 2, 2018. Guam, on load ammo cans to a cargo ship at Naval Base Guam, July 2, 2018. NCHB 1 Det. Guam, assigned to Commander, Task Force 75, is the Navy's only active duty cargo handling battalion, and is a rapidly deployable operating unit of the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command, capable of loading and discharging ships and aircraft in all climatic and threat conditions. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kryzentia Richards). ()
RMDFR2AW–Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary Granger gives photos to be released to Lt. j.g. Sidney Cheek on the bridge of the amphibious transport dock USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans is currently deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibili
RMMXRXNT–180524-N-BY095-0293 NEW YORK (May 24, 2018) Navy Band Northeast performs at Washington Square Park during Fleet Week New York (FWNY), May 24, 2018. Now in its 30th year FWNY is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria I. Alvarez/Released). ()
RMDEXHEX–Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen captures video of Navy Diver 2nd Class Michael Fox, both assigned to CTG 56.1, during an anti-terrorism force protection dive. CTG 56.1 conducts mine countermeasure, explosive ordnance disposal, salvage-di
RMMY3HH0–180524-N-BY095-0131 NEW YORK (May 24, 2018) Navy Band Northeast performs at Washington Square Park during Fleet Week New York (FWNY), May 24, 2018. Now in its 30th year FWNY is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria I. Alvarez/Released). ()
RME78KEP–U.S. Navy Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tyler Thompson, assigned to Expeditionary Combat Camera, shoots at a target Aug. 30, 2014, during a force-on-force training exercise as part of Fleet Combat Camera Pacific's Summer Quick Shot 2014 in the A
RMMXRXC0–180524-N-BY095-0428 NEW YORK (May 24, 2018) Navy Band Northeast performs at Washington Square Park during Fleet Week New York (FWNY), May 24, 2018. Now in its 30th year FWNY is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria I. Alvarez/Released). ()
RMFTEG84–140911-N-QY759-073 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) A firetruck was brought out as part of the 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMMXRXKD–180524-N-BY095-0383 NEW YORK (May 24, 2018) Navy Band Northeast performs at Washington Square Park during Fleet Week New York (FWNY), May 24, 2018. Now in its 30th year FWNY is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria I. Alvarez/Released). ()
RMFTEG83–140911-N-QY759-103 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Chief Petty Officer Selectees lay the wreath as part of the 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMP85DNK–180622-N-GG858-0073 OKINAWA, Japan (June 22, 2018) Sailors place candles at Okinawa Peace Memorial Park during the Lamplight of Peace event, June 22, 2018. More than 30 U.S. Navy volunteers carefully placed thousands of ceremonial candles at the park in Itoman City, June 22, to honor the more than 250, 000 Japanese and American lives lost during the Battle of Okinawa, the third deadliest battle ever fought by U.S. service members. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Dickinson (Released). ()
RMFTEG7J–140911-N-QY759-053 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Sailors stand in ranks during the 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples on Sept. 11. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMMY3HHJ–180524-N-BY095-0106 NEW YORK (May 24, 2018) Two children watch the Navy Band Northeast performance at Washington Square Park during Fleet Week New York (FWNY), May 24, 2018. Now in its 30th year FWNY is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria I. Alvarez/Released). ()
RMFTEG7W–140911-N-QY759-057 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Firefighting gear was used as a memorial for the first responders during 9/11 memorial at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Sept. 11. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMMXRYFX–180524-N-BY095-0353 NEW YORK (May 24, 2018) Lt. Joel Borrelli-Boudreau shakes a young boy's hand during the Navy Band Northeast performance at Washington Square Park during Fleet Week New York (FWNY), May 24, 2018. Now in its 30th year FWNY is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maria I. Alv
RMFTEG85–140911-N-QY759-091 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Chief Petty Officer Selectees walk the memorial wreath during a 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMKK845Y–Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Randall S Smith is honored during a memorial ceremony aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp LHD 1, Norfolk, Virginia. Image courtesy Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rawad Madanat/US Navy, United States, 2015.
RMFTEG80–140911-N-QY759-070 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Service members and firefighters stand in ranks during the 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples on Sept. 11. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMKK83ER–Sailors assigned to Navy Operational Support Center NOSC Nashville perform plane side honors for the remains of Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Randall Smith at Nashville International Airport, Nashville, Tennessee. Image courtesy Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Dustin Q. Diaz/US Navy, 2015.
RMFTEG7Y–140911-N-QY759-069 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Service members and firefighters stand in ranks during the 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples on Sept. 11. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMKK84WG–Sailors assigned to Navy Operational Support Center NOSC Nashville perform plane side honors for the remains of Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Randall Smith at Nashville International Airport, Nashville, Tennessee. Image courtesy Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Dustin Q. Diaz/US Navy, 2015.
RMFTECA1–1400317-N-PJ969-250 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2014) Sailors man a line aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMKK843C–Sailors assigned to Navy Operational Support Center NOSC Nashville perform plane side honors for the remains of Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Randall Smith at Nashville International Airport, Nashville, Tennessee. Image courtesy Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Dustin Q. Diaz/US Navy, United States, 2015.
RMFTECA0–1400317-N-PJ969-245 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2014) Sailors man a line aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMKK842C–Sailors assigned to Navy Operational Support Center NOSC Nashville perform plane side honors as the remains of Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Randall Smith arrive at Nashville International Airport, Nashville, Tennessee. Image courtesy Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Dustin Q. Diaz/US Navy, United States, 2015.
RMFTEG7H–140911-N-QY759-024 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Sailors stand in ranks during morning colors prior to a 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples on Sept. 11. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMKKCKGT–Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Roel Lunod, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill CG 52, receives the first hug from his daughter during a homecoming celebration at Naval Base San Diego. Image courtesy Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rosalie Garcia/US Navy, 2012.
RMFTEG7K–140911-N-QY759-047 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) A memorial wreath to honor the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks was laid during a memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples on Sept. 11. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMKK83W9–The hearse carrying the remains of Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Randall Smith is escorted to Chattanooga National Cemetery after his funeral service at First Baptist Church in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. Smith died July 18 from injuries suffered in a shooting at Navy Operational Support Center NOSC Chattanooga that also killed four Marines. Image courtesy Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Dustin Q. Diaz/US Navy, 2015.
RMFTEG7X–140911-N-QY759-061 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Chief Petty Officer Selectees take part in a 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Capodichino Sept. 11. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMFTEG82–140911-N-QY759-110 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) A firefighter rings the bell as Sailors lay the memorial wreath during the 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives and those who continue to fight the war on terrorism. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMFTEG87–140911-N-QY759-112 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) A member of the U.S. Naval Forces Europe band plays "Taps" as part of the 9/11 memorial ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives during the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMFTEG0E–140823-N-ZE250-099 BLACK SEA (Aug. 23, 2014) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) steams in the Black Sea. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEFNJ–140807-N-ZE250-160 BLACK SEA (Aug. 7, 2014) Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) steams in the Black Sea. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEC9Y–1400317-N-PJ969-241 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2014) Sailors heave an anchor chain across the deck of the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEC5C–140315-N-PJ969-009 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 15, 2014) Sailors man a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) from the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBRM–1400312-N-PJ969-017 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 12, 2014) Sailors heave a line aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) as it departs from Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBRW–1400312-N-PJ969-044 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 12, 2014) Sailors man the rails aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) as it departs Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBEY–1400309-N-PJ969-138 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 09, 2014) Turkish tug boats assist the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) while it moors in Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEB6N–1400307-N-PJ969-028 MEDITERRANEAN Sea (March 07, 2014) Sailors heave a line aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) as it pulls out of Piraeus, Greece. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEFMR–140806-N-ZE250-195 MARMARA SEA, (Aug. 6, 2014) – The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) prepares to enter the Bosporus Strait in transit to the Black Sea. Vella Gulf, homeport in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEFMY–140806-N-ZE250-301 BLACK SEA, (Aug. 6, 2014) - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) sails into the Black Sea after crossing through the Bosporus Strait. Vella Gulf, homeport in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEG0X–140826-N-ZE250-200 BLACK SEA (Aug. 26, 2014) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) departs the Black Sea and enters the Bosphorus Strait. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEFT4–140814-N-ZE250-038 CONSTANTA, Romania (Aug. 14, 2014) Sailors handle a line while preparing to get underway aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72). Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEG16–140826-N-ZE250-333 MARMARA SEA (Aug. 26, 2014) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) enters the Marmara Sea after departing the Black Sea. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEG05–140822-N-ZE250-092 COSTANTA, Romania (Aug. 22, 2014) Line handlers help moor Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) to the pier in Costanta, Romania. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTECA3–1400317-N-PJ969-258 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2014) Seaman Isaac Kinder, from Stone Mountain, Ga., heaves a line aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEC5J–140315-N-PJ969-022 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 15, 2014) Sailors prepare to retrieve a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEC5D–140315-N-PJ969-012 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 15, 2014) Sailors man a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) launched from the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEC5M–140315-N-PJ969-033 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 15, 2014) Sailors await retrieval of a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) as it is hoisted aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEC3K–1400314-N-PJ969-379 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 14, 2014) Sailors retrieve cargo from the flight deck aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) during a vertical replenishment. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBXW–1400313-N-PJ969-008 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 13, 2014) Sailors prepare to take the 2nd class petty officer's advancement exam aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBXR–1400313-N-PJ969-004 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 13, 2014) Sailors prepare to take the 2nd class petty officer's advancement exam aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBXP–1400313-N-PJ969-001 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 13, 2014) Sailors prepare to take the 2nd class petty officer's advancement exam aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBRT–1400312-N-PJ969-035 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 12, 2014) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Julio Garozsilva handles line aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) as the ship departs Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBRN–1400312-N-PJ969-025 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 12, 2014) U.S. Sailors pass a line from the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) to Turkish sailors as the ship departs Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBRR–1400312-N-PJ969-034 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 12, 2014) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Julio Garozsilva handles line aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) as the ship departs Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBEX–1400309-N-PJ969-068 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 09, 2014) Sailors prepare to help the Turkish port pilot aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) to moor in Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBF0–1400309-N-PJ969-143 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 09, 2014) Seaman Jessica Moffit heaves a line to the pier from the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) while it moors in Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEBEJ–1400309-N-PJ969-011 AKSAZ, Turkey (March 09, 2014) Sailors retrieve the jack staff aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) as it prepares to moor in Aksaz, Turkey. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEB6P–1400307-N-PJ969-029 MEDITERRANEAN Sea (March 07, 2014) Seaman Nick Swift heaves a line aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) as it pulls out from Piraeus, Greece. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEAFM–140227-N-PJ969-216 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 27, 2014) The guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) transits the Strait of Gibraltar with the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group in support of maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
RMFTEG81–140911-N-QY759-057 NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 11, 2014) Firefighting gear was used as a memorial for the first responders during the 9/11 memorial at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Sept. 11. Capt. Doug Carpenter, NSA Naples commanding officer, spoke during the event. The memorial marks the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honors those who lost their lives in the attacks. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
RMFTEG0D–140823-N-ZE250-088 BLACK SEA (Aug. 23, 2014) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) perform a fresh water wash down while underway in the Black Sea. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEG0C–140823-N-ZE250-084 BLACK SEA (Aug. 23, 2014) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) perform a fresh water wash down while underway in the Black Sea. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEFT7–140814-N-ZE250-076 CONSTANTA, Romania (Aug. 14, 2014) Sailors man the rails while getting underway aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) following a port visit to Constanta, Romania. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEFPJ–140811-N-ZE250-107 CONSTANTA, Romania (Aug. 11, 2014) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) sits pier side in Constanta, Romania during a scheduled port visit. Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEFP8–140809-N-ZE250-136 BLACK SEA (Aug. 9, 2014) Sailors prepare to search for simulated hot spots during a damage control exercise aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72). Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEFP9–140809-N-ZE250-136 BLACK SEA (Aug. 9, 2014) Sailors prepare to search for simulated hot spots during a damage control exercise aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72). Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)
RMFTEFP6–140809-N-ZE250-085 BLACK SEA (Aug. 9, 2014) Sailors check each other’s firefighting equipment during a damage control exercise aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72). Vella Gulf, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations with allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)