Modern Naval Ceremonies

Photos capturing U.S. Navy sailors during various ceremonies aboard ships, reflecting camaraderie, tradition, and the significance of naval service.

Sailors assigned to the world's largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) man the rails after the ships eight-month maiden deployment, Jan. 17, 2024. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) completed a scheduled deployment in U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, demonstrating the commitment and power projection capability of the Navys globally deployed force.

Crew members of the guided missile cruiser USS DALE (CG-19) march down the gang plank and across the pier as they depart their ship for the last time near the conclusion of the ship's decommissioning ceremony. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

161230-N-RX777-012NORFOLK (Dec. 30, 2016) Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) as it returns to homeport. Dwight D. Eisenhower and its carrier strike group conducted a 7-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operation in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

PEARL HARBOR (Nov. 21, 2012) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) man the rails as the ship arrives at its homeport of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for the first time. The new destroyer honors the late Lt. (SEAL) Michael P. Murphy, a New York native who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in combat as leader of a four-man reconnaissance team in Afghanistan. Murphy was the first person to be awarded the medal for actions in Afghanistan, and the first member of the U.S. Navy to receive the award since the Vietnam War.

130723-N-ZI635-154PACIFIC OCEAN (July 22, 2013) Sailors fire a rifle volley during a burial at sea aboard the guided-missile frigate USS McClusky (FFG 41). McClusky is underway off the coast of Southern California conducting unit-level training.

DN-ST-86-07246. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors assigned to the world's largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) man the rails after the ships eight-month maiden deployment, Jan. 17, 2024. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) completed a scheduled deployment in U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, demonstrating the commitment and power projection capability of the Navys globally deployed force.

110810-N-DX615-008SAN DIEGO (Aug. 10, 2011) Sailors and Marines man the rails aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) as it transits the San Diego Bay. Makin Island is the flagship for Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 5 and the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) and is underway for PHIBRON-MEU integrated training preparing for its upcoming maiden deployment.

120604-N-PK218-115 ARABIAN GULF (June 4, 2012) Sailors and Marines aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) participate in a memorial ceremony commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Midway. The previous USS Enterprise, CV-6, played a key role in the battle. Enterprise is deployed 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.

MAYPORT, Fla. (Aug. 9, 2018) Sailors man the rails as the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) pulls into its homeport of Naval Station Mayport following deployment. The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group completed a regularly-scheduled 6-month deployment to the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operation.

Three sailors march across the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea (CV-43) during the decommissioning ceremony. The Coral Sea is being decommissioned after nearly 43 years of service. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120323-N-DJ346-094JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (March 23, 2012) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS O'Kane (DDG 77) man the rails as the ship departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.

000905-N-0715P-006. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-01235. Base: Newport State: Rhode Island (RI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-06813. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 28, 2023) Sailors in the security reaction force bravo class gather on the flight deck to participate in an oleoresin capsicum (OC) course aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114) in the Philippine Sea, June 28. Ralph Johnson 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.

NORFOLK (June 21, 2017) Sailors cross the brow of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Helena (SSN 725) with flowers for loved ones as it returns to its homeport of Naval Station Norfolk after a scheduled deployment.

Views aboard USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) guided missile cruiser, Seafair Celebration Parade of Ships, Fleet Week, Elliott Bay, Seattle, Washington State, USA

221129-N-CM110-1126 SAN DIEGO (Nov. 29, 2022) - Lt. Paul Song, a Navy Chaplain, from Chicago, mans the rails aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Nov. 29, 2022. Tripoli returned to Naval Base San Diego following the ship's maiden deployment where they operated in the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleets in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

DN-ST-85-11647. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-11646. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard view of the battleship USS IOWA (BB-61) at anchor during the 100th anniversary celebration of the Statue of Liberty. Base: New York Harbor State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Commissioning of USS Santa Barbara (LCS 32) took place on April 1, 2023 at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme.

120619-N-WL435-017 BERGEN, Norway (June 19, 2012) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert is greeted by the commanding officer of the Skjold-class coastal corvette HNoMS Skudd (P962) for a tour and ride-along.

Vice President George Bush speaks to guests attending the commissioning ceremony for the guided missile frigate USS AUBREY FITCH (FFG-34). Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The coffin of LT. CMDR. Nicholas George Brooks slides into the sea during a burial-at-sea service held aboard the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62). LT. CMDR. Brooks was killed in action over Laos in 1973. Base: USS Independence (CV 62) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 28, 2020) Line handlers stand by aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) while conducting a fueling-at-sea with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Antietam is forward deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

060311-N-7088F-021. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71)

110319-N-ZL940-097SAN DIEGO (March 19, 2011) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) man the rails as the ship pulls into San Diego. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group stopped in San Diego on its way home to Everett, Wash., following more than six months deployed in the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 9, 2019) Senior Chief Sonar Technician Shane Garland, from Rahway, N.J., assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59), talks with students from the Soledad High School Navy Junior ROTC in Salinas, Calif., on the forecastle of the ship during San Francisco Fleet Week 2019. SFFW provides an opportunity for the Marine Corps and Navy to demonstrate the quality of personnel to the citizens of San Francisco and surrounding areas. Through fleet weeks, the military gains the opportunity to educate area leaders and the general public about the Marine Corps and Navy.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sept. 28, 2022) Vice President Kamala Harris addresses service members aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Howard (DDG 83) during her visit to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY). The vice presidents tour of the ship and her remarks to U.S. service members highlight the administrations continued commitment to its alliances in the region.

BUSAN, Republic of Korea (March 03, 2016) Republic of Korea (ROK) Sailors wave U.S. and ROK flags as USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6) pulls into ROK Fleet base. Bonhomme Richard is the flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 7 and is visiting Busan as part of a regularly scheduled port visit

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 7, 2022) - A Sailor, attached to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), mans the rails during the parade of ships as part of San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) 2022, Oct. 7, 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. (U.S Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Margie Vinson)

221013-DQ787-N-1047NORFOLK (Oct. 13, 2022) - Sailors assigned to USS New York (LPD 21) standby for the homecoming of amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge, Oct. 13, 2022. USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), assigned to the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, returns from a seven-month deployment operating in the High North and Baltic Sea. More than 4,000 Sailors and Marines assigned to the Kearsarge ARG supported a wide range of interoperability opportunities and exercises across the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations increasing combat readiness and crisis response capabilities while strengthening relationships with both NATO Allies and partners.

Crewmen from the destroyer tender USS ACADIA (AD-42), some accompanied by family members or friends, disembark from the ship following its return to San Diego. The ACADIA is returning to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-85-01535. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

BALTIC SEA (June 5, 2013) Members of the color guard aboard the amphibious command ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) parade the colors during a ceremony to commemorate the 71st anniversary of the Battle of Midway while underway in the Baltic Sea. The pivotal battle is seen as the turning point in Word War II, giving the United States the advantage in the Pacific campaign.

U.S. Marines assigned to 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and U.S. Navy Sailors aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) participate in a five kilometer run in the Baltic Sea, Sep. 2, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

Framed between two U.S. Navy Sailors, the guided missile destroyer HARBIN (DDG 112) makes final preparations for arrival honors. This marks the first time Chinese warships have crossed the Pacific and visited the Continental United States. The destroyers HARBIN and ZHUHAI, and the supply ship NANCANG will moor next to the U.S. Navys aircraft carrier USS CONSTELLATION (CV 64), at Naval Station, North Island. The ships are expected to visit for five days. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN DIEGO (May 28, 2015) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) departs Naval Base San Diego bound for Yokosuka, Japan to join the forward-deployed naval forces in the Western Pacific.

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 3, 2022) - Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) prepare to conduct line handling while making port at San Francisco for San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW 2022), Oct. 3, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

060906-N-9643K-005. Base: Qingdao (DDG 113)

Crew members stand at parade rest during commissioning of the guided missile destroyer USS SCOTT (DDG 995). Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SANTA RITA, Guam (April 21, 2022) Rear Adm. Benjamin Nicholson commander, Joint Region Marianas, is welcomed aboard Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship JS Suzutsuki (DD 117), alongside Capt. Takeshima Hiroaki commander of Escort Division 8, and Cmdr. Iwamori Yuhi commanding officer of JS Suzutsuki (DD 117), at U.S. Naval Base Guam, April 18. The leaders reaffirmed the value of continued bilateral engagements and the importance of the U.S.-Japan Alliance in maintaining peace, stability and security in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photos by Rey Rabara)

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220903-N-PC065-1011 (Sept. 3, 2022) BALTIC SEA - U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) and U.S. Marines attached to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) pay tribute to those who lost their lives during the September 11th terrorist attack. Arlington is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

230628-N-EU502-1199 SAN DIEGO (June 28, 2023) - Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) man the rails as the ship arrives pierside at Naval Base San Diego June 28, 2023. Decatur, a part of Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, returned following a seven-month deployment to U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of operations. While on deployment, Nimitz Strike Group conducted operations in U.S. 7th Fleet including: deterrence and presence operations; multinational exercises; integrated multi-domain training; long-range maritime strike exercises; anti-submarine warfare; information warfare operations; air defense operations; multiple ship navigation; and formation maneuvering and refueling-at-sea operations.

SANTA RITA, Guam (June 13, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) install a mount for a MK-141 Harpoon missile launcher during a weapons onload in support of Valiant Shield 2022. Exercises such as Valiant Shield allows the Indo-Pacific Command Joint Forces the opportunity to integrate forces from all branches of service to conduct precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the Joint Force and our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

PEARL HARBOR (June 28, 2022) Sailors man the rails as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) pulls into JJoint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The 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.

001206-F-1166S-007. Base: Camden State: New Jersey (NJ) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060406-N-6403R-009. Base: USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7)

060705-N-0641S-009. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2006 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221007-N-LI114-2037 SEA OF JAPAN (Oct. 7, 2022) Sideboys and officers render honors to Vice Adm. Karl Thomas, Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, as he departs the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), after the ships change of command ceremony in the Sea of Japan, Oct. 7. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) and Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4 pose for a photo aboard the Arlington after qualifying as enlisted surface warfare specialists, Oct. 2, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) 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.

US Navy Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Adrian Robles tosses a line ashore while his crew of line handlers look on during mooring operations aboard USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) as the ship pulls in to Manta, Ecuador, for a two day port visit while en route to Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Reuben James will be conducting bilateral operations with the Chilean navy. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Base: USS Reuben James (FFG 57)

110825-N-YF306-051NORFOLK (Aug. 25, 2011) The guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) passes the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffmann (FFG 59) as it departs Naval Station Norfolk ahead of Hurricane Irene. Vice Adm. Daniel Holloway, commander of U.S. 2nd Fleet, ordered all ships in the Hampton Roads area to set Sortie Condition Alpha. Ships in the area are departing early Thursday morning, Aug. 25. Irene's current track indicates it will pass off the North Carolina and Virginia coasts late Saturday as a Category 3 hurricane.

Soldiers assigned to Headquarters 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and 1-502nd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team 2nd Brigade Combat Team, joined with NATO Allies and partners for the 120th Romanian Navy Day ceremony on Aug. 15, 2022, in Constanta, Romania. The 101st Soldiers were invited to participate in the Romania Navy Day to enhance the on-going partnership between the two militaries.

230321-N-DE439-1068 ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2023) The rifle team of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) presents arms during a burial at sea ceremony, March 21, 2023. Arleigh Burke 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.

ROTA, Spain (April 11, 2021) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) arrives at Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, Spain, April 11, 2021. Arleigh Burkes arrival marked the completion of its homeport shift to NAVSTA Rota from Naval Station Norfolk.

Crewmen stand at parade rest as they await the order to board the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB-62) during its recommissioning ceremony. Base: Long Beach Naval Shipyard State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN DIEGO (Dec. 2, 2013) Friends and family wave goodbye to loved ones aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Howard (DDG 83) as the ship departs for a scheduled deployment. Howard departed Naval Base San Diego for an independent deployment to the western Pacific Ocean to conduct theater security cooperation and maritime presence operations with partner nations.

Capt. Jason Pittman, commodore, Submarine Squadron Six, center, renders a salute to Cmdr. Clint Christofk, right, as Christofk assumes the role of commanding officer of the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Washington (SSN 787) during a change of command ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk, July 8, 2022. During the ceremony, Christofk relieved Cmdr. Eric Astle as commanding officer of Washington.

U.S. Marines with Golf Company, Battalion Landing Team 2/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), inspect their targets during a live-fire range aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) in the Atlantic Ocean, July 15, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

221013-N-OX029-1020NORFOLK (Oct. 13, 2022) - Sailors aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) watch from the hangar bay as USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) pulls into Naval Station Norfolk, Oct. 13, 2022. USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), assigned to the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, returns from a seven-month deployment operating in the High North and Baltic Sea. More than 4,000 Sailors and Marines assigned to the Kearsarge ARG supported a wide range of interoperability opportunities and exercises across the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations increasing combat readiness and crisis response capabilities while strengthening relationships with both NATO Allies and partners.

DN-ST-89-08727. Country: Persian Gulf

240108-N-CK669-1129 RED SEA (Jan. 8, 2024) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87) conducts a vertical replenishment with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) while the ships operate in support of Operation Prosperity Guardian (OPG) in the Red Sea, Jan. 8. Led by Combined Task Force 153 of Combined Maritime Forces, OPG represents a focused, international effort to address maritime security challenges in the southern Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, with the goal of ensuring freedom of navigation for all countries and bolstering regional security. More than 20 countries are taking part in the operation.

Members of the U.S. Army's elite 10th Mountain Division based at Fort Drum, N.Y. and crew members of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) man the rails as the ship gets underway for the Caribbean and the waters off Haiti in support of Operations Able Vigil and Support Democracy. 1,800 troops and their military hardware are being transported by the carrier in this joint operation. Numerous Army HH-60 Black Hawk (Blackhawk) helicopters are parked on the flight deck. Subject Operation/Series: ABLE VIGILSUPPORT DEMOCRACY Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

BALTIMORE (Sept. 10, 2022) The U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Drill Team conducts a drill performance in front of the USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) at Port Covington during Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover 2022. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover is Baltimores celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the city of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of todays maritime services.

221129-N-CM110-1045 SAN DIEGO (Nov. 29, 2022) - Sailors march into position to man the rails aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Nov. 29, 2022. Tripoli returned to Naval Base San Diego following the ship's maiden deployment where they operated in the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleets in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

110803-N-YR391-093MAYPORT, Fla. (Aug. 3, 2011) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Halyburton (FFG 40) secure mooring lines as the ship returns to Naval Station Mayport. Halyburton completed a seven-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

070310-M-8182G-246. Base: New Orleans State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: MARFORRES

220923-N-NU634-088NORFOLK (Oct. 23, 2022) - The Union Jack is lowered for the final time during the decommissioning ceremony of the Ticonderoga-class, guided-missile cruiser USS Hué City (CG 66) after 31 years of naval service. Following decommissioning, the ship is slated to be towed to the Navys Inactive Ships facility in Philadelphia, Pa., where it will be in a Logistical Support Asset status.

060521-N-9860Y-099. Base: USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19)

CHINHAE, Republic of Korea (Sept. 23 2022) Cmdr. Marcus Seeger, commanding officer of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65), waves to Republic of Korea sailors assigned to Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin-class destroyer Dae Jo-yeong (DDH 977) as Benfold arrives in Chinhae, Republic of Korea, Sept. 23. 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.

230628-N-SN516-1017 SAN DIEGO (June 28, 2023) U.S. Navy Sailors man the rails aboard the Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) as Decatur returns to home port following a seven-month deployment. Decatur is underway conducting routine operations.

The remains of Richard Dick Gable, a contractor with a nearly 60-year career with L3Harris supporting the Navys Fleet Ballistic Missile program are interred during a burial at sea ceremony on the Military Sealift Command navigation test support ship USNS Waters (T-AGS 45. During his career, Gable served on a number of Navy ships, including Waters.

060524-N-2779T-058. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

240126-N-YQ181-1069 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jan. 26, 2024) Sailors assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet band perform in front of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54), in Yokosuka, Japan, Jan. 26. USS Antietam departed Yokosuka for the final time before transiting to its new homeport of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, as part of a planned rotation of forces in the Pacific.

220603-N-KY668-1129FERROL, Spain (June 3, 2022) Midshipmen from the Spanish Navy Santa Maria-class frigate Santa Maria (F81), tour the focsle aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51), June 3, 2022. Arleigh Burke, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner nations.

Sailors walk along the newly constructed Pier 1 as they return to the guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG 47) and the destroyer USS HAYLER (DD 997), docked in the background. The ships are in New York during Navy Fleet Week activities. Base: Naval Station, New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NASSAU, The Bahamas (June 28, 2023) Sailors man the rails on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) as the ship pulls in to port in The Bahamas Nassau, June 28, 2023. Wasp is in Nassau, The Bahamas for a scheduled port visit to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Bahamian independence, and the opportunity to strengthen the 50-year bilateral partnership with the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, an important relationship with a key regional partner.

Sailors come ashore from the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) following the vessel's arrival in port. The WISCONSIN, along with other ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group, has returned from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors look down from the railing aboard the guided missile frigate USS MAHLON S. TISDALE (FFG-27) following the vessel's arrival in port. The TISDALE has returned to San Diego after being deployed in the Western Pacific. Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

040930-N-4397B-008. Base: Naval Station, Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-07230. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060910-N-4965F-003. Base: Naval Station Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors scrubbing the deck on board HMS RODNEY, 1940. Sailors on hands and knees scrubbing the deck on board HMS RODNEY.

A television camera crew hurries onto the catwalk beside the landing signal officer (LSO) platform to film aircraft recovery operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) during Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Gulf Of Oman

ATLANTIC OCEAN (August 27. 2022) Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) Weapons Department Sailors perform a 21-gun salute during a burial-at-sea ceremony in the ship's hangar bay, Aug. 27, 2022. Bataan is underway conducting an Afloat Training Group engineering inspection as part of the basic phase training cycle.

060927-N-1331S-121. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

200322-N-AZ907-0091 ROTA, Spain (March 22, 2020) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) shift colors as the ship prepares to depart Naval Station Rota, Spain, for a scheduled deployment, March 22, 2020. Donald Cook, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its tenth patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa.

220919-N-TC847-1179 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 19, 2022) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) sails in formation with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) and Italian navy Orizzonte-class destroyer ITS Caio Duilio (D 554) as aircraft attached to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 perform a flyover during combined operations in the Adriatic Sea, Sept. 19, 2022. CVW-7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group 10, George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG). The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, VFA-103, VFA-136, VFA-143, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46. 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.

Crewmembers of the tank landing ship USS TUSCALOOSA (LST-1187) board the ship for the last time prior to the decommissioning ceremony for the ship at the 32nd St. Naval Station. On the opposite side of the pier is the guided missile cruiser USS FOX (CG-33) which is also preparing for decommissioning. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors at the rail of the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) wave good-bye to well-wishers after making, along with the guided missile frigate USS KAUFFMAN (FFG-59), the second goodwill visit to a Soviet port by U.S. warships since World War II. Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN)

U.S. Sailors assigned to the USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121) man the rails and render a salute during the commissioning ceremony at the Port of Charleston, South Carolina, May 14, 2022. D'Arcy Ann Neller, the ships sponsor, gave the traditional command, “Man our ship and bring her to life.”

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (June 01, 2022) U.S. Pacific Fleet leaders and nominees pose for a photo aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial during the 2022 U.S. Pacific Fleet Sailor of the Year (SOY) week. Sailor of the Year nominees and board members visited the Missouri to strengthen their understanding and appreciation for naval history and heritage. The SOY program, established in 1972, recognizes those who exemplify a warfighting spirit, the Navys core values, and a deep commitment to their commands and communities.

DN-ST-86-02237. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220811-N-PC065-1139 BALTIC SEA (Aug. 11, 2022) - U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) fire M9 pistols from the kneeling position during a live fire gun shoot on Arlingtons flight deck, Aug. 11, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

DN-ST-85-10815. Base: Sturgeon Bay State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220409-N-VQ947-1078 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 9, 2022) Distinguished guests for the “Leaders to Sea” program observe a crash and salvage drill on the flight deck of amphibious transport dock USS Portland (LPD 27), April 9, 2022. Portland is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

NORFOLK (April 6, 2013) U.S. Marines and sailors man the rails during the commissioning ceremony for the amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24). Arlington is named in commemoration of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

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