Navy Live Fire Exercises

Sailors conducting live fire drills aboard ships, demonstrating marksmanship and operational readiness in maritime environments.

230127-N-NH267-1002 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 27, 2023) U.S. Navy Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Sebastian Iribe, from San Diego, readies a MK 38 machine gun for a live-fire exercise aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60). Paul Hamilton, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is underway conducting routine operations.

GULF OF THAILAND (June 9, 2013) GunnerÕs Mate Seaman Yoel Martinez, left, from Miami assigned to the weapons department aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54), fires a .50-caliber machine gun from the ship while Fire Controlman 3rd Class Aaron Sousa, from Lincoln, Calif., observes under instruction during a live-fire exercise during the at-sea phase of exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Thailand 2013. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor Leste.

DN-ST-87-10985. Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

U.S. Navy Sailors aboard the Amphibious Assault Ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), conduct a live fire exercise aboard LHA 7 in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 24, 2022. Sailors maintained their proficiency and lethality with the M240B medium machine gun weapon systems while underway. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220410-N-VJ326-1663 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 10, 2022) - Naval Air Crewman (Helicopter) 1st Class Jesse Pedersen, from Black River Falls, Wisconsin, mans a gun mount on an MH-60S Sea Hawk assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 while amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) sails in the background, April 10. HSC-23 is embarked aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220105-N-HD110-1302CARIBBEAN SEA - (Jan. 5, 2022) -- Gunners Mate 1st Class Howard Bullock fires an M240B machine gun during a gun shoot aboard the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Milwaukee (LCS 5), Jan. 5, 2022. Milwaukee is deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of operations to support Joint Interagency Task Force Souths mission, which includes counter-illicit drug trafficking missions in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific.

A security force team member fires an M60 .50-caliber machine gun during an exercise aboard the aircraft carrier JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67). Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

110802-N-ZZ999-342PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 2, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Dave Pulsen, from Cave Junction, Ore., fires a .50-caliber machine gun aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). The John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled western Pacific Ocean and Arabian Gulf deployment.

230127-N-NH267-1002 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 27, 2023) U.S. Navy Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Sebastian Iribe, from San Diego, readies a MK 38 machine gun for a live-fire exercise aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60). Paul Hamilton, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is underway conducting routine operations.

120908-N-MU720-114 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 8, 2012) Gunners Mate 1st Class Steven Carey, instructs Lt. j.g. Antwan Richardson on the safe way to operate a 50. caliber machine gun onboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) during a live fire exercise. Mustin is currently on patrol in the 7th Fleet area of operations.

120421-N-RN782-206 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 21, 2012) Gunner's Mate Seaman Apprentice Travis Locker conducts a test fire of a 25 mm machine gun, on the main deck of the guided-missile frigate USS Simpson (FFG 56). Simpson, homeported in Mayport, Fla., is conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of responsibility.

THE MINCH (Oct. 4, 2022) Quartermaster Seaman Caitlyn Menze stands watch on the bridgewing of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) as the ship transits to The Minch, Oct. 4, 2022. Exercise Joint Warrior 22-2 is a U.K.-hosted, multilateral training exercise designed to provide NATO and allied forces with a unique multi-warfare environment to prepare for global operations. Roosevelt 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.

Members of the ship's Marine detachment wait for clearance to fire an M-2 .50-caliber machine gun as weapons training is conducted aboard the battleship USS WISCONSIN (BB-64) during Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown

220609-N-DE439-1223 BALTIC SEA (June 9, 2022) Gunners Mate 1st Class Bobby Jernigan, left, observes Midshipman Alex Mueller, from Kirkland, Wash., fire a .50-caliber machine gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78), June 9, 2022, during BALTOPS22. BALTOPS22 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 29, 2022) - Quartermaster 3rd Class Aaron Moledor, from Marysville, Ohio, uses a sextant on the bridge wing aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) to track the distance between the ship and Henry J. Kaiser-class underway replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202) during an underway replenishment while operating in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 29. Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

Flight deck crew members monitor flight operations aboard the aviation logistic ship USNS WRIGHT (T-AVB 3) during exercise OCEAN VENTURE '88. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '88 Country: Caribbean Sea

220420-N-JX182-1333 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 20, 2022) Gunners Mate 1st Class Tyler Daugherty, from Brevard, North Carolina, supervises as Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Shawn Suban, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, fires an M240B machine gun aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

220620-N-FD648-1205 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 20, 2022) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Jack Langston fires a .50 caliber machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), June 20, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and war fighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security.

220620-N-FD648-1067 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 20, 2022) Fire Controlman 1st Class Carlos Ruo assists Electronics Technician 3rd Class Colin Barthlemess shoot a M-240 machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), June 20, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and war fighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security.

070128-N-7730P-078. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76)

110325-N-BZ392-119ARABIAN SEA (March 25, 2011) A Sailor assigned to the visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) climbs down the side of the ship into a rigid-hull inflatable boat to begin an operation aboard the Philippine-flagged merchant vessel Falcon Trader II, which sent out a distress call reporting it had been boarded by pirates. Leyte Gulf is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility to conduct maritime security operations.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 31, 2022) Seaman Brianna Barnett, from Cleveland, Ohio, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76), fires an M240 machine gun from the forecastle while in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 31. Higgins is participating in multi-lateral exercises in support of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Forces Indo-Pacific deployment, along with the Royal Australian Navy and Royal Canadian Navy. Routine multi-lateral exercises like this one reassure our allies and partners of the U.S. commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific. Higgins is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

Cadiz, October 15, 2014. Frigate Admiral Juan de Borbon - F-102. Otan noble Mariner 2014 exercises on the Spanish Mediterranean Coasts. Photo: Ignacio Gil.... Archdc.

220613-N-EI510-0076 BALTIC SEA (June 13, 2022) Information System Technician 3rd Class Brett Blais fires an M2 .50 caliber machine gun during weapons training aboard the Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) in the Baltic Sea, June 13, 2022, during exercise BALTOPS22. BALTOPS22 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea.

220921-N-TC847-1081 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 21, 2022) Sonar Technician (Surface) 1st Class Cole Solomon, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55,) fires an M240 machine gun, Sept. 21, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group 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.

230131-N-JO162-1001 RED SEA (Jan. 31, 2023) Seaman Baxter Whittemore uses the big eyes aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) in the Red Sea, Jan. 31. Truxtun is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East Region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (April 7, 2022) An AS332 Super Puma helicopter takes off from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

230412-N-YV347-1343 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 12, 2023) U.S. Navy Fireman Bishaan Deonaraine, from Jersey City, N.J., fires an M240 lightweight machine gun aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52). Bunker Hill, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is in U.S. 7th fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

021125-M-3022S-004. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: USS Austin (LPD 4) Scene Major Command Shown: CTF 52.2

GUNNER's mates remove spend 5-inch shell casings from the forward Mark 45 5-inch/54-cal. gun mount aboard the destroyer USS LEFTWICH (DD-984). The ship is participating in a midshipmen's summer training cruise. Country: Unknown

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 31, 2022) Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Kristjan Lacroix, right, from New York, reloads an M240B machine gun under the supervision of Gunners Mate 2nd Class Veronica Martinez, from Palm Dale, Calif., during a service weapon live-fire exercise on the aft missile deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111). 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.

220717-N-CM110-1206 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 17, 2022) - Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Austin Ashcraft, from Mesquite, Texas, fires an M240B light machine gun during a crew-served weapons shoot aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 17, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

A member of the Marine detachment aboard the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) aims an M-2 .50-caliber machine gun during a practice firing. Country: Gulf Of Oman

BALTIC SEA (June 9, 2022) Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Russell Brown (left), from Tyrone, Pennsylvania, and Gunners Mate 3rd Class Kyle Hnatko, from Charleston, S.C., man the Ships Nautical Or Otherwise Photographic Intelligence and Exploitation team during foggy weather aboard the Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) during exercise BALTOPS22. BALTOPS22 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea.

DN-SC-87-12550. State: Suez Canal Country: Egypt (EGY)

Gunners Mate Seaman Apprentice Esteban Nolasco, center, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), reloads a .50 caliber machine gun during a live-fire crew certification exercise as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 26, 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.

061116-N-0610T-142. Base: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

221206-N-SN516-1179 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2022) U.S. Navy Gunners Mate 3rd Class Kyonte Washington, from Houston, oversees a Mark 38 25mm machine gun system during a live-fire exercise aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73). Decatur, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is currently underway conducting routine operations.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Tyler C. Carlisle, an infantry Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/1, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, performs an immediate action drill during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel exercise aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 31, 2024. The TRAP exercise was conducted to evaluate the platoons rapid response and recovery tactics of downed aircraft personnel and equipment, as well as advanced trauma life support capabilities in isolated locations during deployment. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

US Navy GUNNER's Mates fire their .50 caliber machine gun at inflatable targets during live fire exercises aboard USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) taking place off the coast of Chile as part of Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Base: USS Reuben James (FFG 57)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jacob Clemens a scout sniper with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires a M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System during an aerial live-fire out of a SH-60 Sea Hawk in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 16, 2022. The scout snipers conducted the live-fire to hone their skills and maintain combat readiness. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 27, 2022) Seaman Jacob Reyes, a native of Cleburne, Texas, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), uses a sound powered headset to report any incoming surface or air contacts during the ships first underway in more than two years after completing a planned maintenance availability. Boxer is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (June 28, 2016) Cmdr. Manuel Hernandez, commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111), observes from Spruances bridge wing as an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 flies near the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92). Spruance and Momsen, along with the guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) are deployed in support of maritime security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific as part of a U.S. 3rd Fleet Pacific Surface Action Group (PAC SAG) under Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 31.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 11, 2022) Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Winnipeg (FFH 338) crew members load the Close In Weapons System (CWIS) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29- Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Royal Canadian Navy photo by Capt. Christine MacNeil)

GULF OF OMAN (April 28, 2013) Chief Master-at-Arms Glen Bednarz observes the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) from a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) during small boat operations. Kearsarge is the flagship for the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

STRAITS OF SINGAPORE (June 14, 2013) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Luis Haro participates in a visit, board, search and seizure drill aboard the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1). Freedom is underway to participate in Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia 2013. CARAT is a series of bilateral naval exercises between the armed forces of the United States and nine partner nations in South and Southeast Asia.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 2, 2022) Gunners Mate 3rd Class Elgin Rivas, from Orlando, Fla., conducts maintenance on a MK38 25mm machine gun on the fantail aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 5, 2012) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Alex Logan simulates using a rocket propelled grenade (RPG) to attack the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during an Anti-Terrorism Training Team drill. Nimitz is currently underway participating in the ship's composite training unit exercise.

120729-N-PF210-416PACIFIC OCEAN (July 29, 2012) Naval Aircrewman 2nd Class Dusty Bartell, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 4, maintains control of a hoist cable while lowering priority repair parts to the Royal Navy submarine HMCS Victoria (SSK 876) during a Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012 exercise. Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise from June 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity that helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2012 is the 23rd exercise in the series that began in 1971.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 24, 2022) U.S. Navy Construction Electrician Seaman John Turla, assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), stands watch Sept. 24, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 11, 2024) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit establish sniper positions aboard the forward-deployed amphibious landing dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) exercise. Green Bay, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Navy

U.S. Navy Seaman Brandon Westlenskow, assigned to USS New Orleans (LPD 18), stands watch during a visit, board, search, and seizure exercise aboard New Orleans in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 17, 2022. Marines and Sailors aboard LPD 18 provided oversight and command and control during the VBSS drill. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

220908-N-MW880-1351 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 8, 2022) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Neil Drake, assigned to Helicopter Martine Strike Squadron (HSM) 46, looks over the Nimitz-Class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush after performing combined operations with the Italian navy, Sep. 8, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is comprised of George H.W. Bush, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, Destroyer Squadron 26, the Information Warfare Commander, and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55). Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of CSG-10 and the George H.W. bush CSG. The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, VFA-103, VFA-86, VFA-136, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, HSC-5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations,

A Swedish Marine with 4th Marine Regiment, Swedish Amphibious Corps provides security during a hook and climb from a combat craft assault with Special Boat Team - TWELVE, U.S. Naval Special Warfare Group FOUR during exercise TYR 22 at the NATO Maritime Interdiction Operational Training Centre (NMIOTC) in Souda bay, Greece, July 13, 2022. TYR 22 is a maritime interdiction operations exercise held at NMIOTC, bringing together Swedish Marines, U.S. Marines, U.S. Navy Special warfare combatant-craft crewmen to improve US and NATO Partner operational capacity, capability, and interoperability.

A deck-hand from USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) prepares to shoot a line to a Peruvian navy vessel during a training operation off the coast of Peru. Reuben James was en route to Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Due to high seas, the shot line evolution pictured here was cancelled. Reuben James will be conducting bilateral operations with the Chilean navy. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Base: USS Reuben James (FFG 57)

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Pfc. Derek Evans, food service specialist, 163rd Transportation Detachment, 545th Transportation Company, 45th Special Troops Battalion, 8th Military Police Brigade, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, engages targets aboard the U.S. Army Vessel CW3 Harold C. Clinger (LSV-2) with an M2 .50 Cal machine gun, during a live-fire waterborne gunnery exercise conducted at the naval wet range site in the Pacific Ocean, March 14.

PORT OF DJIBOUTI (June 6, 2022) - Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron One (MSRON-1) 34-ft patrol boat while providing security for littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11) while in the port of Djibouti, Jun 5, 2022. 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.

A third class petty officer fires the Mark 68 25mm machine gun during training in small arms procedures on board the replenishment oiler USS WICHITA (AOR-1) off the coast of southern California. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

US Navy (USN) Aviation Warfare Systems Operator Third Class (AW3) Garrette Keller, assigned to the "Black Knights" of Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron Four (HS-4) mans a 7.62 mm M240D machine gun aboard a SH-60 Seahawk while acting as plane guard for the Nimitz Class: Aircraft Carrier, USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76), and embarked Carrier Air Wing One Four (CVW-14) while the ship is underway conducting Tailored Ship's Training Availability (TSTA) in the Pacific Ocean. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A U.S. Navy Sailor with Special Boat Team - TWELVE, U.S. Naval Special Warfare Group FOUR holds a caving ladder for Swedish Marines with 4th Marine Regiment, Swedish Amphibious Corps conducting a visit, board, search, and seizure during exercise TYR 22 at the NATO Maritime Interdiction Operational Training Centre (NMIOTC) in Souda bay, Greece, July 13, 2022. TYR 22 is a maritime interdiction operations exercise held at NMIOTC, bringing together Swedish Marines, U.S. Marines, U.S. Navy Special warfare combatant-craft crewmen to improve US and NATO Partner operational capacity, capability, and interoperability.

APRA HARBOR, Guam (May 16, 2022) - Gunners Mate Seaman Nathanial Winters, from Peru, Indiana, mans an M2A1 .50 caliber machine gun aboard the Emory S. Land-class submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) as the ship transits to Guam, May 16, 2022. Frank Cable has returned from patrol conducting expeditionary maintenance and logistics in support of national security in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 6, 2013) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Steven Muller, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85), tosses a line as the Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Sydney (FFG 3) pulls into Fleet Activities Yokosuka. Sydney is visiting Yokosuka to prepare and plan for upcoming exercises and training.

220819-F-LN908-0720MOZAMBIQUE CHANNEL (Aug. 19, 2022) Aviation Ordnancemen Airman Dennis Davis, from Cedar Rapids, IA, fires a M2A1 .50 caliber machine gun aboard the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), Aug. 19, 2022. Hershel "Woody" Williams is rotationally deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220506-N-UP745-5133 IONIAN SEA (May 6, 2022) Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) receives a fuel probe from Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE-6), during a replenishment-at-sea in the Ionian Sea, May 6, 2022. Jason Dunham is a part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interest in Europe and Africa.

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, secure a rope during fast rope training aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) in the Sea of Japan, Sept. 5, 2022. Fast roping allows for fast inserts in a contested area. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

NAVAL BASE KITSAP-BREMERTON, Wash. (March 6, 2013) Quartermaster Seaman Apprentice Saray Calderin, from Paterson, N.J., reports navigation data aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan has spent the last year in a docking planned incremental availability at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility and is currently making preparations to get underway.

220717-N-CM110-1265 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 17, 2022) - Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Aaron LemosDimas, from El Paso, Texas, left, pulls back the charging handle on an M240B light machine gun during a crew-served weapons shoot aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 17, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220619-N-UP745-1040 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 19, 2022) Boatswains Mate 1st Class Febis Soto, left, from New York, and Information System Technician 2nd Class Kyle Weaver, from Mayport, Florida, play golf on the flight deck during a Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fathers Day event aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) in the Atlantic Ocean, June 19, 2022. Jason Dunham 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 interest.

BALTIC SEA (Oct. 20, 2022) Machinists Mate 1st Class Brent Poteet, left, and Machinists Mate David Lanum use a fire hose to spray fresh water aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) during a fresh water washdown, Oct. 20, 2022. Roosevelt 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.

110729-N-HM829-117 ARABIAN SEA (July 29, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Bruce P. Jazwinski mans a .50-caliber machine gun during a general quarters drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility on its first operational deployment conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.

Members of a boarding party from the Spanish frigate Vencedora (F-36) clear their weapons after returning from the inspection of a merchant vessel. The Vencedora is one of the ships of the Maritime Interdiction Force (MIF), which was formed during Operation Desert Shield to enforce U.N. trade sanctions against Iraq. The serviceman in the foreground is holding a Model C CETME assault rifle.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Red Sea

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Jessica Tedesco, a yeoman aboard USCGC Bear (WMEC 901), smiles after participating in a gunnery exercise (GUNNEX) as a part of Operation Nanook, Northern Atlantic Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. The Bear is participating in Operation Nanook, an annual exercise that allows the United States and partner nations to ensure security and enhance interoperability in Arctic waters.

A crew from the Naval Audiovisual Center shoots motion picture footage from the deck edge elevator aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67). Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

ATLANTIC OCEAN - Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Anelis Ortiz prepares to disassemble a M2 .50 caliber machine-gun aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Jan. 24, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are underway conducting a Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is the final pre-deployment exercise that certifies the Kearsarge ARG and 22nd MEUs ability to conduct military operations through joint planning, and execute challenging and realistic scenarios. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor Parker)

221125-N-BR419-1123 PHILIPPPINE SEA (Nov. 25, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Juan Pelayo, left, from Pittsburg, California, observes as Gunners Mate 3rd Class Alejandro Solano, from Chicago, fires an M2A1 .50-caliber machine gun during a live-fire exercise on the fantail aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 25. 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.

Gunners Mate Seaman Apprentice Esteban Nolasco, right, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), reloads a .50 caliber machine gun during a live-fire crew certification exercise as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 26, 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.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 25, 2013) Sailors participate in a live fire exercise on the fantail of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts.

021125-M-3022S-003. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: USS Austin (LPD 4) Scene Major Command Shown: CTF 52.2

A U.S. Navy Corpsman with Amphibious Reconnaissance Platoon, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, climbs from a rigid hull inflatable boat during a visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) operation, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, June 15, 2022. Inserting from both air and sea allows the Marine Amphibious Raid Force and Battalion Landing Team 2/5 security team to quickly seize the key areas of the ship. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible and lethal force ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premier crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region.

A crew member aboard a Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 8 (HS-8) SH-3H Sea King helicopter strafes the water with machine gun fire from a 7.62mm M-60D machine gun during a training mission. The Sea King is based aboard the aircraft carrier USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64). Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220817-N-XB010-1004 Philippine Sea (Aug. 17, 2022) Captain Douglas Graber, commanding officer of the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18), observes a visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) exercise with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and the Expeditionary Mobile Base USS Miguel Keith (ESB-5). New Orleans, part of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

Ecuadoran marines relax aboard an amphibious ship as they wait to conduct a beach assault with a U.S. Marine Corps unit 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: Manta Country: Ecuador(ECU)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Logan Galbraith, an infantry Marine with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts shooting drills aboard Amphibious Assault Ship USS Tripoli (LHA-7), in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 16, 2022. Marines conducted the shooting drills to maintain their expertise in marksmanship. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

050729-N-5345W-019. Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Major Command Shown: CVN-75

ENGLISH CHANNEL (Oct. 9, 2022) Retail Services Specialist Seaman Rafael Gonzalez, a small caliber action team (SCAT) member, mans an M2A1 .50-caliber machine gun on the bridgewing of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) during a surface exercise as part of Exercise Joint Warrior 22-2, Oct. 9, 2022. Exercise Joint Warrior 22-2 is a U.K.-hosted, multilateral training exercise designed to provide NATO and allied forces with a unique multi-warfare environment to prepare for global operations. Roosevelt 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.

110211-N-9793B-187ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 11, 2011) A Sailor assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) fires an M240B machine gun during a live-fire exercise. Anzio is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting routine exercises as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming combat deployment.

120131-N-PC102-236 CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Jan. 31, 2012) Electronics Technician 3rd Class Richard Zapada, assigned aboard Riverine Command Boat (RCB) 802, attached to Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 2, mans an M240 machine gun while conducting a route reconnaissance mission off the coast of Camp Lejeune, N.C., during exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. The exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 31, 2013) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Brewer stands lookout on the port bridge wing aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195). Ramage is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

101109-N-0981M-021PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 9, 2010) Capt. Thom Burke, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), coordinates with Coast Guard units to assist the Carnival cruise ship C/V Splendor with replenishment of needed food and medical supplies. Ronald Reagan was diverted from its training maneuvers at the direction of Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet, and at the request of the U.S. Coast Guard, to a position near the Carnival cruise ship C/V Splendor. Ronald Reagan is facilitating the delivery of 4,500 pounds of supplies to CV Splendor after the cruise ship became stranded 150 nautical miles southwest of San Diego early Monday.

Crewmen aboard the patrol combatant missile hydrofoil USS TAURUS (PHM 3) standby as their ship moves in to stop a small merchant vessel that was observed making an abrupt course change. The TAURUS and the other hydrofoils of PHM Squadron 2 patrol the waters around Florida as part of the nation's drug interdiction program. Base: USS Taurus (PHM 3) Country: Gulf Of Mexico

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Angel Tzintzun, left, and Cpl. Colm Tigme, riflemen with Golf Company, Battalion Landing Team 2/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conduct a live-fire exercise aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), June 27, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 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.

220730-N-JO823-1013 SAN BERNARDINO STRAIT (July 30, 2022) Quartermaster 2nd Class Kevin Fernandez, from Dover, New Jersey, stands watch aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during an archipelagic sea lane passage through the San Bernardino Strait, July 30. 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.

JAVA SEA (Jan. 4, 2015) Sailors aboard the littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) make preparations to launch a Tow Fish side scan sonar system from the ship's 11-m rigid hull inflatable boat. Fort Worth, in the background, is currently on station in the Java Sea supporting Indonesian-led efforts to locate missing AirAsia Flight QZ8501.

PFC. Erik Greer and Lance CPL. John Berggren monitor flight deck operations aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) while the vessel is underway off the coast of Florida. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 11, 2024) U.S. Marine Corp Sgt. Jesse McManigle, from Beaufort, South Carolina, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) as a scout sniper, maintains overwatch aboard the forward-deployed amphibious landing dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) exercise. Green Bay, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Navy

220715-O-QR492-1004-CA PACIFIC OCEAN (July 15, 2022) - Royal Canadian Navy Electronic Sensor Operator Sailor 3rd Class Danni Yang loads a round into the Multi Ammunition Softkill System launcher on board Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Vancouver (FFH 331) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 15. Twenty-six nations, 38 surface ships, four submarines, nine national land forces, more than 30 unmanned systems, approximately 170 aircraft and more than 25,000 personnel will train and operate in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California, June 29 to Aug. 4. 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 Navy photo by Sgt Ghislain Cotton)

220926-N-PC065-1021 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 26, 2022) - U.S. Navy Gunners Mate 2nd Class Jonathon Lockwood, top, assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24), feeds 7.62 mm ammunition onto the feed tray of a M240B machine gun during live-fire training aboard the Arlington, Sept. 26, 2022. The Arlington is part of 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.

120615-N-TX154-173 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 15, 2012) Airman Nicholas Belknap, from Rexburg, Idaho, fires the shot line from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) as it comes alongside the Military Sealift Commands Fleet Replenishment Oiler USNS Walter S. Diehl (T-AO 193) in preparation for a fueling at sea. George Washington departed its homeport of Fleet Activities Yokosuka on May 26 to begin its 2012 patrol. George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region.

Petty Officer 2nd Class John Tchorz and Petty Officer 2nd Class Austin Krohne, stationed at U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City, prepare to deploy a Surface Velocity Program Drifting Buoy over the north Atlantic Ocean on April 22, 2022. The buoy will enable the International Ice Patrol members to monitor currents and determine the extent of iceberg distribution for vessels transiting the area.

SPC Carlos Rivas, foreground, and other soldiers from the 155th Transportation Company hold onto guide ropes as a container of chemical munitions is hoisted from the deck of the Military Sealift Command auxiliary crane ship GOPHER STATE (T-ACS-4) during Operation Steel Box. The munitions will be taken to the U.S. Army Chemical Activity on the atoll for storage and disposal. Subject Operation/Series: STEEL BOX Country: Johnston Atoll

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