Modern Naval Operations

Images of contemporary naval vessels in action, emphasizing their roles in operations, maritime exercises, and defense readiness in various oceanic environments.

BALTIC SEA (May 17, 2022) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) sails behind the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during a maneuvering exercise with the Finnish and Swedish navies in the Baltic Sea, May 17, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, are 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.

020124-N-6626D-502. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown Scene Major Command Shown: USS Vella Gulf (CG-72)

161108-N-FT178-054 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 8, 2016) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104) transits the Pacific Ocean in preparation for a replenishment-at-sea. Sterett is underway with Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 conducting a Composite Training Unit Exercise in preparation for a future deployment.

BALTIC SEA (May 17, 2022) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) sails behind the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during a maneuvering exercise with the Finnish and Swedish navies in the Baltic Sea, May 17, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, are 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.

041110-N-4374S-010. Country: Arabian Sea Scene Major Command Shown: USS Vicksburg (CG-69)

Aerial starboard side view of the Spruance class destroyer USS INGERSOLL (DD-990) underway. Country: Unknown

050102-N-1444C-013. Country: Persian Gulf

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class USS Gridley (DDG 101) transits the Pacific Ocean. 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Javier Reyes)

060703-N-4776G-323. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

070412-N-5484G-098. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-SC-03-10220. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

040126-N-0570I-011. Country: Unknown

041221-N-1229B-033. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Shiloh (CG-67)

DN-SC-90-04329. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220414-N-JC800-0021 SINGAPORE (April 14, 2022) - The guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) prepares to pull into Singapore for a regularly scheduled port visit.

Port quarter stern view of the US Navy (USN) ARLEIGH BURKE CLASS: (FLIGHT IIA) GUIDED MISSILE DESTROYER (AEGIS), USS PREBLE (DDG 88) underway in the Gulf of Mexico during the builders sea trials. Country: Unknown

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 24, 2012) The amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) transits the Philippine Sea during a scheduled deployment. Denver is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and is currently operating in the 7th Fleet area of operations.

DN-SC-90-01780. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

050719-N-5526M-019. Country: Persian Gulf Scene Major Command Shown: USS Philippine Sea (CG-58)

120614-N-NL401-663 RED SEA (June 14, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) transits the Red Sea. James E. Williams 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.

DN-SC-87-12628. Country: Unknown

Starboard side view of the US Navy (USN) ARLEIGH BURKE CLASS (FLIGHT IIA) GUIDED MISSILE DESTROYER (AEGIS), USS CHUNG-HOON (DDG 93), underway in the Gulf of Mexico during the builder's sea trials. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

DN-SC-90-07185. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

060316-N-0119G-110. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 27, 2020) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56), rear, and the Royal Australian Navy Anzac-class frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) sail together during integrated operations, Oct. 27, 2020. John S. McCain is underway conducting operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific, while assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet's principal surface force.

240116-N-TD381-1030 AT SEA (Jan. 16, 2024) From front to back, the Sejong the Great-class guided-missile destroyer ROKS Sejong the Great (DDG-991) from the Republic of Korea Navy, Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59), Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Kidd (DDG 100), sail together during a trilateral exercise, Jan. 16. The exercise allowed maritime forces from Japan, Republic of Korea, and U.S. to train together to enhance coordination on maritime domain awareness and other shared security interests. Vinson, flagship of Carrier Strike Group ONE, is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Pearl Harbor, April 2, 2013 - Sailors man the rails aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93) as it departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for an independent deployment to the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

1997 - Operation Southern Watch - The Perry-class guided missile frigate USS FORD (FFG 54).

041225-N-2101W-001. Base: Naval Hospital, Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN)

DN-ST-87-01041. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING 86 Base: North Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A port bow view of the amphibious transport dock USS DENVER (LPD-9) underway off the coast of Southern California. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

The U.S. Naval Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer, USS Barry, departs pier 24 at the Norfolk Naval Station to meet up with the USS George Washington, for a six month deployment to the Adriatic Sea in support of Operation Joint Endeavor. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port quarter view of the Spruance class destroyer USS OLDENDORF (DD-972). Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the guided missile frigate UNDERWOOD (FFG-36) underway during sea trials. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220713-G-LB555-1197PACIFIC OCEAN (July, 13, 2022) Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) makes a pass during a ship maneuvering exercise 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.

220712-N-RG360-1008 PEARL HARBOR (July 12, 2022) - Republic of Korea Navy destroyer ROKS Sejong The Great (DDG 991) departs Pearl Harbor to begin the at-sea phase of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 12. 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.

030614-N-4374S-001. Country: Unknown

DN-SC-88-05366. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220617-N-WO188-1014 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 17, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyers USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60), and the USS Stethem (DDG 63), sail the Pacific Ocean during a fueling at sea. The guided missile destroyers are underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) returns to Naval Station Norfolk following an eight-month deployment, Jan. 20, 2024. Normandy, part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, was deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

A port bow view of the amphibious transport dock USS SHREVEPORT (LPD-12) underway. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

020519-N-4998R-012. Base: Dili Country: East Timor (TMP) Scene Major Command Shown: DDG 73

NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (Oct. 11, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) departs for a scheduled deployment from its homeport of Naval Station Mayport, Florida, Oct. 11, 2022. The ship is named to honor the five brothers from Waterloo, Iowa who served and perished together on the USS Juneau during World War II.

A port bow view of the amphibious transport dock USS NASHVILLE (LPD-13) underway with the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group. The ship, which is part of Task Group 24.4, is in an 18-ship formation that is transiting the North Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

091013-N-1644H-057PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 13, 2009) The guided-missile destroyer USS OÕKane (DDG 77) is underway in the Pacific Ocean.

DN-ST-89-08642. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

NORFOLK, Va. (Aug. 8, 2022) - 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.

DN-ST-87-00991. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING 86 Base: North Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 13, 2014) The guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) pulls away after completing a replenishment-at-sea. Bunker Hill is part of the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group and is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise off the coast of Southern California.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 23, 2022) Royal Australian Navy auxiliary oiler replenishment ship HMAS Supply (AO 195) sails in formation with Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group (ABECSG), Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and RAN ships. ABECSG is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet. An integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet leads naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic, relevant training necessary to flawlessly execute our Navys role across the full spectrum of military operationsfrom combat operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. U.S. 3rd Fleet works together with our allies and partners to advance freedom of navigation, the rule of law, and other principles that underpin security for the Indo-Pacific region.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (May 1, 2022) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyerUSS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) arrives in Fort Lauderdale for Fleet Week Port Everglades, May. 1, 2022. Fleet Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they have made in their Navy and increase the awareness of the Navys role and purpose in our national defense.

A starboard quarter view of the destroyer USS COMTE DE GRASSE (DD-974) underway in the Virginia Capes operating area. The ship is equipped with Tomahawk missile armored box launchers on the bow. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

010326-N-1644C-002. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

ARABIAN SEA (April 18, 2012) Royal Navy Able Seaman Ricky Gleeson and Naval Airman Jason Peters extract simulated casualties during a helicopter crash drill aboard the Royal Fleet Auxiliary Fort Victoria (A387). Fort Victoria is the flagship of Combined Task Force 151. Combined Task Force 151 is a multinational mission-based task force, working under the Combined Maritime Forces to conduct counter-piracy operations in the Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Somali Basin and Arabian Sea.

120820-N-YF306-363GULF OF ADEN (Aug. 20, 2012) Members of the visit, board, search and seizure team aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) transit toward the Panamanian-flagged bulk carrier M/V Belde in response to a medical-related distress call. Winston S. Churchill is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 150, conducting counter-terrorism and maritime security operations in the Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Oman, Arabian Sea, Red Sea and Indian Ocean.

Close-in starboard bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS GETTYSBURG (CG 64) underway off the Virginia Capes. State: Atlantic Ocean Country: United States Of America (USA)

040722-N-1513W-202. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220627-N-TL141-1052 PEARL HARBOR (June 27, 2022) - U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) arrives to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 exercise. 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.

000708-N-7412M-006. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH 2000 Base: Uss Hopper (DDG 70)

120822-N-QG393-002 PEARL HARBOR (Aug. 22, 2012) The San Diego-based guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) arrives to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam during a scheduled port visit. Sampson is transitioning back to San Diego following a six-month independent deployment to the western Pacific and Central Command areas of responsibility.

Aerial starboard quarter view (135 degrees off centerline) of the guided missile destroyer USS Russell (DDG-59) underway during buildings sea trials. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

061018-N-6106R-188. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

Two warships moving on water, USS McFaul (DDG 74), USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41), US Navy

DN-SC-85-09112. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

050821-N-6932B-084. Base: USS Russell (DDG 59) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) steams off the coast of Ecuador during a gunnery exercise while en route to the bilateral Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Reuben James will be conducting bilateral operations with the Chilean navy. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Country: Unknown

DN-SC-87-12629. Country: Unknown

A port side view of the guided missile destroyer USS KIDD (DDG 993) underway. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

050117-F-4884R-015. Country: Indian Ocean (IOC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Fort McHenry (LSD-43)

PHILIPPINE SEA (April 18, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) and the Royal Australian Navy Adelaide-class guided-missile frigate HMAS Melbourne (FFG 05) transit in formation during a cooperative deployment. Preble and Melbourne are participating in a cooperative deployment in order to improve on maritime capabilities between partners. Preble is deployed to the U.S 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220807-N-CH260-2129 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 7, 2022) The Arleigh burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) sails alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during a sea power demonstration for embarked guests. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

060416-N-5348B-192. Country: South China Sea

220607-N-DU622-1302 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 7, 2022) Arleigh-Burke class destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73), approaches the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) for a refueling-at-sea. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

240104-N-OZ224-2345NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (Jan. 4, 2023) - The Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116) returned to Naval Station Mayport after an eight month deployment, Jan. 4, 2024. Hudner deployed as a part of theGerald R.FordCarrier Strike Group(CSG) to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of operations in support of theater security cooperation efforts and to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

The guided missile cruiser USS ANTIETAM (CG-54) underway en route to participate in Operation Southern Watch. One of the ship's SH-60B Seahawk LAMPS (Light Airborne Multipurpose System) Mark III helicopters is flying alongside the vessel. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Unknown

220520-N-YD328-0119 NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (May 20, 2022) The Freedom-class littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11), homeported at Naval Station Mayport, Jacksonville, Fla., arrives at the Marathi NATO Pier Complex in Souda Bay, Greece, to undergo scheduled preventative maintenance. Preventative maintenance checks ensure the ship remains fully mission capable while deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations.. Naval Support Activity Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed when they are needed to ensure security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

051025-N-0780F-001. Base: Souda Harbor State: Crete Country: Greece (GRC)

A starboard bow view of the guided missile destroyer USS BENJAMIN STODDERT (DDG-22), with crew members manning the rail during Fleet Week activities. Visible in the background is Alcatraz Island. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060222-N-4772B-208. Base: Saint Bernard State: Leyte Country: Philippines (PHL)

220911-N-EH998-1068 RED SEA (Sept. 11, 2022) Guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) sails with the Royal Jordanian Navy in the Red Sea, Sept. 11. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

A port bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) as it waits in the Great Bitter Lake to complete its transit of the Suez Canal. The ship is heading for the Red Sea to support Operation Desert Shield. Country: Egypt (EGY)

SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 30, 2017) Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) gets underway from Commander, U.S. Fleet Activities Sasebo and passes the moored Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Kongo (DDG 173) on Jan. 30, 2017. Bonhomme Richard, forward-deployed to Sasebo, Japan, is serving forward to provide and rapid-response capability in the event of a regional contingency or natural disaster.

060127-N-7542D-133. Base: Tampa Harbor State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Marines pilot an AAVP-7A1 assault amphibian vehicle toward the well deck of the tank landing ship USS BARNSTABLE COUNTY (LST-1197), at anchor off the coast of Ecuador during Unitas XXXII, a combined exercise involving the naval forces of the United States and nine South American nations. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXXII Base: USS Barnstable County(LST 1197) Country: Pacific Ocean(POC)

Pacific Ocean, January 31, 2013 - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) transits the western Pacific Ocean.

North Atlantic salt water spray soaks Sailors on board the Arleigh Burke class destroyer USS MITSCHER (DDG 57) during refueling operations with the aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65) (not shown). Mitscher is on her first deployment since being commissioned 1994. Country: North Atlantic

The US Navy (USN) Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer USS ROSS (DDG 71), top, cruises into Souda Harbor for a brief port visit as the USN Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer USS RAMAGE (DDG 61) departs following a brief stay at the eastern Mediterranean port. Both destroyers are assigned to Destroyer Squadron Two Eight (DESRON-28) and home ported in Norfolk, Virginia (VA). Both ships are currently in the Mediterranean Sea conducting a regularly scheduled deployment. Base: Souda Harbor State: Crete Country: Greece (GRC)

The Spanish Armada guided-missile frigate Álvaro de Bazán, pictured, steams alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) prior to a replenishment-at-sea as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 7, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict free Atlantic region.

The Spanish Armada guided-missile frigate Álvaro de Bazán, pictured, steams alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) prior to a replenishment-at-sea as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 7, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict free Atlantic region.

A starboard bow view of the destroyer CARON (DD-970) underway. The CARON is en route to the Mediterranean Sea as part of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 3, 2022) - Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62), right, pulls alongside Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59), left, while making port 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.

221111-N-UL352-1233 ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 11, 2022) A U.S. Air Force AC-130J Ghostrider and a Navy P-8A Poseidon fly over guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) while operating in the Arabian Gulf, Nov. 11. 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.

DN-SC-90-01635. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A port bow view of the guided missile destroyer USS GONZALES (DDG 66) underway at high speed during builder's sea trials. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

221208-N-GF955-1052KIEL, Germany (Dec. 8, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) moors in Kiel, Germany during a scheduled port visit, Dec. 8, 2022. Paul Ignatius, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the Royal Canadian supply ship MV Asterix as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 24, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict free Atlantic region.

DN-SC-89-01879. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-SC-90-03843. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 2, 2022) Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76), right, conducts a replenishment-at-sea with Henry J. Kaiser-class underway replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) while conducting operations in the South China Sea, Oct. 2. Higgins is participating in multilateral exercises in the South China Sea in support of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Forces Indo-Pacific deployment, along with the Royal Canadian Navy. Routine multilateral exercises like this strengthen interoperability and our mutual commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.

220723-O-LR179-1007-CA HAWAII (July 23, 2022) Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Winnipeg (FFH 338) participates in war at sea exercise (WASEX) alongside Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) and the Blue Task Force during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 23. 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 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. (Royal Canadian photo by S1 Melissa Gonzalez)

020617-N-5067K-002. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Kinkaid (DD-965)

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