Naval Vessels and Operations

A collection of naval ships and vessels in various locations, showcasing maritime operations, fleet movements, and interactions with helicopters and small boats.

110825-N-AU622-025NORFOLK (Aug. 25, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) 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.

DN-ST-86-07145. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-ST-88-07547. Base: San Diego Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

061017-N-9851B-003. Base: Yokosuka State: Kanagawa Country: Japan (JPN)

The guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG 47) steams past the Statue of Liberty during the parade of ships at the start of Fleet Week. Base: New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The submarine tender USS DIXON (AS 37) sits at the dock as the guided missile cruiser USS VALLEY FORGE (CG 50), center, and the nuclear powered guided missile cruiser USS LONG BEACH (CGN 9) approach during PACEX '89. Subject Operation/Series: PACEX '89 Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110825-N-AU622-025NORFOLK (Aug. 25, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) 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.

The guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG 47) steams past the Statue of Liberty during the parade of ships at the start of Fleet Week. Base: New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A tug boat sprays water into the air as it welcomes the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) to its new home port of U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan. The INDEPENDENCE is relieving the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV-41) as the Navy's forward-based aircraft carrier. Base: Tokyo Bay Country: Japan(JPN)

U.S. Coast Guard patrol boats escort the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) as the vessel approaches port. The KENNEDY has just 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)

An (LAV-25) Light Armored Vehicle hangs from a crane as it gets loaded onto the flight deck of the USS TARAWA (LHA-1). Subject Operation/Series: DEEP STRIKE '97 Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

SUEZ CANAL (March 16, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) transits north in the Suez Canal as part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group. Jason Dunham is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

050803-N-3390M-001. Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) pulls into port Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates. George Washington is conducting operations in the Persian Gulf during a six-month deployment in support of operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: Jebel Ali Country: United Arab Emerites (UAE)

The starboard view of the dock landing ship USS FORT MCHENRY (LSD-43) in San Diego Bay. The vessel is one of six U.S. Navy ships taking part in the Parade of Ships, part of San Diego's Accolades '91 celebration honoring local military units and installations. Subject Operation/Series: ACCOLADES '91 Base: San Diego State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-05-10455. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG-47) steams past the Statue of Liberty, left, and Ellis Island, right, as it takes part in a parade of ships at the start of Fleet Week. State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120502-N-ZZ999-014 SAN DIEGO (May 2, 2012) The littoral combat ship USS Independence (LCS 2) completes her maiden voyage with arrival in her homeport of San Diego. After two years of training off the coast of Florida, the ship's 23-day transit from Mayport, Fla., to San Diego, marks the successful completion of testing of the mine countermeasures mission package to detect, localize, and destroy mines in a tactical environment. Independence also transited the Panama Canal and conducted a port visit and operations with the Mexican navy. The littoral combat ship is a fast, agile, networked surface combatant designed to operate in the near-shore environment, while capable of open-ocean tasking, and win against 21st-century coastal threats such as submarines, mines, and swarming small craft.

050831-N-1467R-030. Country: United States Of America (USA)

High angle view of four military ships in the ocean, NATO's Standing Naval Force Atlantic, New York City, USA

ROTA, Spain (March 25, 2013) A tugboat maneuvers the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) as it enters port in Rota, Spain. Kearsarge is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

A starboard view of the guided missile destroyer USS SEMMES (DDG-18) passing close aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members manning the rails aboard the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47) watch as the large harbor tug PALATKA (YTB-801) approaches the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39). The NICHOLAS and the MACDONOUGH are departing Bermuda to begin the final part of their journey to Naval Station, Charleston, S.C. The ships are returning to Charleston following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Country: Bermuda (BMU)

DN-SC-05-06690. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

050628-N-9999T-002. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NEW YORK (May 25, 2022) Argo class patrol vessel, USCG Hermes (WPC 109), left, and the amphibious assault ship USS Milwaukee (LCS 5) participate in the Parade of Ships kicking off Fleet Week New York 2022. Fleet Week New York, now in its 34th year, is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen and witness first hand the latest capabilities of todays maritime services. The weeklong celebration has been held nearly every year since 1984 and will host nearly 3,000 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen this year.

110909-N-OV802-048NORFOLK (Sept. 9, 2011) The Virginia-class attack submarine Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) California (SSN 781) gets underway from Naval Station Norfolk to conduct weapons systems acceptance trials. California is the eighth Virginia-class submarine and is scheduled to be commissioned Oct. 29.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Oct. 5, 2016) The amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) and amphibious transport dock USS New York (LPD 21) make preparations for Hurricane Matthew at Naval Station Mayport.

An elevated port quarter view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70) being assisted into port by tugboats. The aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) is moored at a pier in the background. Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD-5) pulls into New York, New York for Fleet Week New York 22, May 25, 2022. As a part of Fleet Week New York 22, the Marines of Special Purpose Marine-Air Ground Task Force New York engage in special events throughout New York City and the tristate area showcasing sea service technologies, future innovation, and connecting with citizens. Fleet Week New York brings together more than 2,000 service members from the Marine Corps, Navy and Coast Guard offering live band performances, military vehicle and equipment displays, and other community relations projects.

050225-N-8629M-115. Subject Operation/Series: UNIFIED ASSISTANCE Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

DN-ST-86-05995. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-00046. Base: Hampton Roads State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-88-06637. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-87-03078. Base: Straits Of Juan De Fuca State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Two large harbor tugs move in to assist the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV-41) as it prepares to depart from the naval station for the last time. The MIDWAY, which has been based in Japan since 1973, will be replaced by the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) as the Navy's forward-based aircraft carrier. The amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) is at left. Base: Naval Station, Yokosuka Country: Japan(JPN)

Crew members man the rails aboard the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS ARKANSAS (CGN-41) as the ship enters the channel for a visit to Naval Station, Pearl Harbor.. State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

010628-N-9233H-502. Base: Uss Nimitz (CVN 68) State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-89-00580. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The US Navy Attack Submarine USS OKLAHOMA CITY (SSN 723) takes position as she enters the well-deck of the US Navy's medium auxiliary floating dry dock USS RESOLUTE (AFDM 10). Base: USS Resolute (AFDM 10)

DN-SC-85-07423. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Aerial port view of the US Navy ships including the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70) during San Francisco's Fleetweek celebration. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port side view of the guided missile frigate USS ESTOCIN (FFG-15) tied up to a pier at the naval station. Base: Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Relatives and friends watch from the pier as the guided missile cruiser USS NORMANDY (CG-60) backs clear of Naval Station Staten Island while getting underway for the 50th anniversary commemoration of the June 6th D-Day Invasion of Europe. Base: New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

061007-N-8158F-286. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crewmen aboard the ocean minesweeper USS LEADER (MSO-490) stand by as their ship is moved into position over the deck of the Dutch heavy lift ship SUPER SERVANT 3. Three U.S. Navy ocean minesweepers and a mine countermeasures ship are being loaded aboard the SUPER SERVANT 3 for transportation to the Persian Gulf, where they will support U.S. forces sent to the region in reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) is in the background. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD/STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120904-N-VA840-180DETROIT (Sept. 4, 2012) Sailors man the rails aboard the Oliver Hazard Perry-class Frigate USS DeWert (FFG 45) during the NavyÕs commemoration of the bicentennial of the War of 1812. The celebration coincides with Detroit Navy Week, one of 15 signature events planned across America in 2012.

Starboard side view of the Australian replenishment ship HMAS SUCCESS (AOR 304) tied up at the 1010 Bravo-3 dock. The ship is here to take part in RIMPAC 2000. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2000 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-07177. Base: San Francisco Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The guided missile cruiser USS WORDEN (CG-18) approaches the entrance to the Pearl Harbor channel as an airliner departing Honolulu International Airport passes overhead.. State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

NORFOLK (Nov. 1, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) returns to Naval Station Norfolk. Abraham Lincoln departed Norfolk Oct. 26 as a precaution against Hurricane Sandy-related storm conditions.

110222-N-3428H-020SAN DIEGO (Feb. 22, 2011) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) departs San Diego Bay for a scheduled 2011 western Pacific Ocean deployment. Comstock is part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group.

DN-ST-89-10573. Base: Sevastopol Country: U.S.S.R. (SUN)

DN-SC-87-04011. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '86 Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A 52,700-pound sled hits the water after being launched by catapult from the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61). The sled is being launched as a test evaluation of the vessel's steam catapults. Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The battleship USS MISSOURI (BB 63) passes between Ballast Point and Naval Air Station, North Island, California, as it departs San Diego. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard beam view of the Brazilian destroyer MARIZ E. BARROS (D-26) tied up along the north wall of the naval base. Base: Rio De Janeiro Country: Brazil (BRA)

DN-SC-86-03893. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-00219. Base: Boston State: Massachusetts (MA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge - General - 26-HK-134-47. Hurricane Katrina

050917-A-8425S-126. Country: Unknown Scene Major Command Shown: Europe

220925-N-LK647-0154 NAVAL STATION NORFOLK (Sept. 25, 2022) A view of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S Truman (CVN 75) and Naval Station Norfolk seen from aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) as it returns to home port following the completion of Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Normandy was underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting SWATT exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center, whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

DN-SC-85-04355. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

View of the naval station looking North with various naval vessels in port. The carrier pier at the top of the photograph is empty. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

BUSAN, Republic of Korea (Sept. 23, 2022) Tugboats prepare to maneuver the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) to port in Busan, Republic of Korea, Sept. 23. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 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.

A view of the guided missile cruiser USS WILLIAM H. STANDLEY (CG-32), left, the guided missile destroyer USS HENRY B. WILSON (DDG-7) and the guided missile cruiser USS STERETT (CG-31) docked at a pier. Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

DN-ST-85-08379. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

020801-N-8794V-009. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-88-06609. Base: Naval Operating Base, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The large harbor tugs WAUWATOSA (YTB-775) and OPELIKA (YTB-798) escort the guided missile cruiser USS STERETT (CG-31) as the ship departs for its new home port at Naval Station, San Diego, California. Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

Crew members stand on deck aboard the nuclear-powered submarine USS LOUISVILLE (SSN-724) as the large harbor tug POUGHKEEPSIE (YTB-813) maneuver the vessel into port. Base: Naval Air Station, Alameda State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members man the rails and stand a top a 16-inch gun turret as the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB 62) approaches the dock. The ship is returning to home port after 11 months at sea. Spectators observe the arrival of the NEW JERSEY from the top of a building at dockside and from the rail of the amphibious assault ship USS PELELIU (LHA 5). Base: Naval Air Station, Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-08599. Base: Pensacola Bay State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060524-N-4936C-001. Base: Hudson River State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Mobile, AL USA 7 July 2021 the USS Alabama Battleship in Mobile Bay. The USS Alabama Battleship in Mobile Bay

May 26, 2010 - Fleet week vessels pass by the Statue of Liberty, marking the beginning of Fleet Week 2010 in New York.

120823-N-BX435-065TOLEDO, Ohio (Aug. 23, 2012) The Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS DeWert (FFG-45) transits the Maumee River in Toledo during Toledo Navy Week 2012. Toledo Navy Week is one of 15 signature events planned across America in 2012 and coincides with the NavyÕs commemoration of the bicentennial of the War of 1812, hosting service members from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy.

Has GW-frigate hr.ms. Tromp (1975-1999).

The hatches of the 12 vertical-launch Tomahawk missile tubes stand open on the bow of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS OKLAHOMA CITY (SSN-723). Exact Date Shot Unknown. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (May 23, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class of guided-missile destroyers USS Mitscher (DDG 57) transits Upper Bay during Fleet Week New York. This year marks the 30th year for New York Citys time-honored celebration of the sea services.

A port quarter view of the tank landing ship USS NEWPORT (LST-1179) leaving after a port visit. Base: Rota Country: Spain (ESP)

060901-N-1332Y-256. Base: USS Gary (FFG 51)

A view of the Sydney Naval Base with the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) tied up for a port visit. In the foreground is the Royal Australian Navy sail training ship ENDEAVOR. PHOTO was taken from the USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) which is arriving in port to take part in activities commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Battle of the Coral Sea. Base: Sydney Harbor State: New South Wales Country: Australia (AUS)

BALTIMORE (Sept. 7, 2022) The Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), prepares to dock at Port Covington to participate in Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore 2022, Sept. 7, 2022. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore is the citys celebration of the sea services with this year marking the City of Baltimore's third time hosting Navy Fleet Week.

221014-N-JO823-1010 MANILA BAY (Oct. 14, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), anchors in Manila Bay, Philippines, for a routine port visit, Oct. 14. 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.

Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DART) - Marine Safety Office St. Louis - 26-HK-122-146. Hurricane Katrina

120525-N-EK905-009 HONG KONG (May 25, 2012) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) arrives in Hong Kong harbor. Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

240108-N-CK669-1000 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.

The tank landing ship USS PEORIA (LST-1183) waits off Cubi Point upon its arrival at naval station. Volcanic ash from the recent eruption of Mount Pinatubo covers much of the landscape. Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines(PHL)

221003-M-BQ292-1059 SAN FRANCISCO (October 3, 2022) U.S. Marines assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 11, Task Force San Francisco, and Sailors assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), participate manning the rails during San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW), 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 effects, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

120409-N-ZC343-528SASEBO, JAPAN (April 9, 2012) Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) man the rails as the ship arrives in Japan for a hull swap with the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

The Kingston-class coastal defense vessel HMCS Edmonton (MM 703) arrives for the annual Rose Festival during Portland Fleet Week in Portland, Oregon, June 8, 2022. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services.

120829-N-QD718-047U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Aug. 29, 2012) Military Sealift Command civil service mariners aboard Afloat Forward Staging Base (Interim) USS Ponce (AFSB(I) 15) observe an astern replenishment at sea with the mine countermeasures ship USS Dextrous (MCM 13). Ponce, formerly designated as an amphibious transport dock ship, was converted and reclassified in April to fulfill a long-standing U.S. Central Command request for an AFSB to be located in its area of responsibility.

The large harbor tug WAUWATOSA (YTB-775) escorts the guided missile cruiser USS STERETT (CG-31) as the ship departs for its new home port at Naval Station, San Diego, California. Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

A colorful sunset illuminates the water as the USS San Diego prepares for Underway Recovery Test 5 in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California. Using a test version of the Orion crew module, NASA's Ground Systems Development and Operations Program and the U.S. Navy will conduct a series of tests to prepare for recovery of Orion on its return from deep space missions. The testing will allow the team to demonstrate and evaluate recovery processes, procedures, hardware and personnel in open waters. Orion is the exploration spacecraft designed to carry astronauts to destinations not yet explored by humans, including an asteroid and NASA's Journey to Mars. It will have emergency abort capability, sustain the crew during space travel and provide safe re-entry from deep space return velocities. Orion is scheduled to launch on NASA's Space Launch System in late 2018.

The aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62) heads out to sea after passing Point Loma. The INDEPENDENCE is beginning its journey to U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan, where it will relieve the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV 41) as the Navy's forward-based aircraft carrier. Base: San Diego Bay State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220625-N-NR343-2027 BAHRAIN (June 25, 2022) The littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11) transits the bay of Bahrain, June 25. Sioux City is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

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