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Gents we are going on a long vacation to San Diego. We will be gone for about month. I will post photos with less frequency. After today I will not be posting photos until Tuesday or Wednesday next week.

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A Seabee assigned to Construction Diving Detachment Alfa (CDDA), Underwater Construction Team 2, front steps off Coastal Riverine Squadron 1’s Mk VI patrol boat on November 3, 2017. CDDA and CRG 1 are increasing interoperability across Navy Expeditionary Forces by conducting hull and sea chest inspections. CDDA is on the last stop of their six-month deployment, where they are conducting inspections, maintenance, and repairs of various underwater and waterfront facilities in support of the U.S. Pacific Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Builder 2nd Class Ben McCallum)

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Chief Hospital Corpsman Wayne Papalski assigned to Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island Search and Rescue gives the signal to Sailors to safely enter an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during a high altitude training evolution in the North Cascades National Park. NAS Whidbey Island Search and Rescue’s primary mission is to be the first responder for the aircraft and personnel stationed at NAS Whidbey Island. Secondary to that, they work closely with local agencies in order to be a responder to anyone in legitimate danger. ( U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Ignacio D. Perez)

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PUGET SOUND (Nov. 3, 2017) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) transits Puget Sound. John C. Stennis is underway from Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton conducting routine training as it continues preparing for its next scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole C. Pielop/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 3, 2017) – Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s (MEU) Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, board a UH-1Y Huey helicopter, attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (reinforced), during a simulated Tactical Recovery of Aircraft Personnel (TRAP) drill aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22) Nov. 3, 2017. The 15th MEU and America Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) perform TRAP drills to remain prepared as a maritime crisis-contingency force. San Diego is deployed with the America ARG and 15th MEU to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jeremy Laboy/Released)

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CARIBBEAN SEA (Nov. 06, 2017) Sailors embarked aboard the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) conduct a replenishment at sea with the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet resupply oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198). An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the "Sea Knights" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22, supported the event. Comfort is underway in the vicinity of San Juan, Puerto Rico, to provide humanitarian relief. The Department of Defense is supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the lead federal agency, in helping those affected by Hurricane Maria to minimize suffering and is one component of the overall whole-of-government response effort. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ernest R. Scott/Released)

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SASEBO, Japan (Nov. 8, 2017) Friends and family welcome home the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) as it returns to Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo after completing a five-month deployment in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. The deployments highlights included exercises Talisman Saber and Blue Chromite while including several port visits to Australia, Guam and Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 7, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) transits the Atlantic Ocean. Oscar Austin is on a routine deployment supporting U.S. national security interests in Europe, and increasing theater security cooperation and forward naval presence in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan Utah Kledzik/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 6, 2017) U.S. Marines prepare to launch an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Death Rattlers" of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323, on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is on a regularly scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole Schroeder/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 5, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Swordsmen" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32, waits to be parked on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) after conducting night flight operations. Gerald Ford is underway conducting testing and evaluation operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gitte Schirrmacher/Released)

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Release Date: 11/8/2017

From U.S. 7th Fleet Public Affairs

YOKOSUKA (NNS) -- The USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) strike groups will commence a three-carrier strike force exercise in the Western Pacific, Nov. 11-14.

"It is a rare opportunity to train with two aircraft carriers together, and even rarer to be able to train with three," said U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander, Adm. Scott Swift. "Multiple carrier strike force operations are very complex, and this exercise in the Western Pacific is a strong testament to the U.S. Pacific Fleet's unique ability and ironclad commitment to the continued security and stability of the region."

Units assigned to the strike force will conduct coordinated operations in international waters in order to demonstrate the U.S. Navy's unique capability to operate multiple carrier strike groups as a coordinated strike force effort. While at sea, the strike force plans to conduct air defense drills, sea surveillance, replenishments at sea, defensive air combat training, close-in coordinated maneuvers and other training. This is the first time that three carrier strike groups have operated together in the Western Pacific since exercises Valiant Shield 2006 and 2007 off the coast of Guam. Both exercises focused on the ability to rapidly bring together forces from three strike groups in response to any regional situation. Ronald Reagan took part in VS 2006 and Nimitz took part in VS 2007. More recently, U.S. Navy aircraft carriers have conducted dual carrier strike group operations in the Western Pacific including in the South China Sea, East China Sea and Philippine Sea. These opportunities typically occur when strike groups deployed to the 7th Fleet area of operations from the West Coast of the United States are joined with the forward deployed carrier strike group from Japan.

For more than 70 years, the U.S. Pacific Fleet has been a persistent and stabilizing presence conducting operations throughout the region. The fleet is just as committed to maintaining those security commitments for the next 70 years.

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NORFOLK, Va.(November 6, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) transits to BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair in preparation for a maintenance availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kegan E. Kay)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 11, 2017) An F/A-18E Super Hornet of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 launches from the flight deck of the Navy’s forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the western Pacific ocean. Aircraft carriers Ronald Reagan, Theodore Roosevelt and Nimitz strike groups are underway conducting flight operations in international waters as part of a three-carrier strike force exercise. The U.S. Pacific Fleet has patrolled the Indo-Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional security, stability and prosperity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Janweb B. Lagazo/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Nov. 9, 2017) Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Olympia (SSN 717) returns to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, after completing its latest deployment, Nov. 9. USS Olympia is the second ship of the Navy to be named after Olympia, Washington. Commissioned on Nov. 17, 1984, Olympia is the 29th ship of the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Shaun Griffin/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Nov. 9, 2017) Sailors from the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Olympia (SSN 717) prepare to greet their loved ones following their return from a six-month deployment, Nov. 9. USS Olympia is the second ship of the Navy to be named after Olympia, Washington. Commissioned on Nov. 17, 1984, Olympia is the 29th ship of the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Shaun Griffin/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 11, 2017) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to the Stingers of Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 113, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) in the western Pacific Ocean. Aircraft carriers, Theodore Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan, and Nimitz strike groups are underway conducting flight operations in international waters as part of a three-carrier strike force exercise. The U.S. Pacific Fleet has patrolled the Indo-Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional security, stability and prosperity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Russell/Released)

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Philippine Sea (June 18, 2006) Aircraft Carriers USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) and USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sail in formation at the start of Exercise Valiant Shield 2006. Valiant Shield 2006 is the largest joint exercise in recent history. Held in the Guam operating area June 19-23, the exercise includes 28 naval vessels. Nearly 300 aircraft and approximately 22,000 service members from the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard are participating in the exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Photographer's Mate Spike Call (RELEASED)

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WESTERN PACIFIC (Nov. 12, 2017) The aircraft carriers USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and USS Nimitz (CVN 68) transit the Western Pacific. The strike groups are underway and conducting operations in international waters as part of a three-carrier strike force exercise. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional security, stability and prosperity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 3rd Class Anthony J. Rivera/Released)

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WESTERN PACIFIC (Nov. 12, 2017) The aircraft carriers USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and their strike groups are underway, conducting operations, in international waters as part of a three-carrier strike force exercise. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional security, stability and prosperity. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. James Griffin/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 12, 2017) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Blue Hawks" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 78 flies by the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Members of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 are participating in a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean M. Castellano/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 3, 2017) Cpl. William Norwood, assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), fires a .50-caliber machine gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22). San Diego is deployed with the America Amphibious Ready Group and the 15th MEU to support maritime security operations and security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)

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WESTERN PACIFIC (Nov. 13, 2017) Sailors conduct flight operations on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is on a regularly scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. The U.S. Pacific Fleet has patrolled the Indo-Pacific routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional security, stability and prosperity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole Schroeder/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Nov. 12, 2017) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Blue Hawks" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 78 conducts training near the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Members of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 are participating in a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean M. Castellano/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 6, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Esmerelda Hernandez directs an AH-1Z Viper, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (reinforced), on the flight deck of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22). San Diego is deployed with the America Amphibious Ready Group and the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit to support maritime security and theater security cooperation in efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin A. Schoenberger/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 16, 2017) Aviation structural mechanics perform upkeep on an EA-18G Growler assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141 in the hangar bay of the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier and flagship of Carrier Strike Group Five, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is participating in Annual Exercise 2017, the premier training event between the U.S. Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, is designed to increase the defensive readiness and interoperability of Japanese and American Forces through training in air and sea operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Janweb B. Lagazo/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 16, 2017) Aviation Electrician's Mate Airman Ruby Barredo inspects wiring on an EA-18G Growler assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141 in the hangar bay of the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier and flagship of Carrier Strike Group Five, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is participating in Annual Exercise 2017, the premier training event between the U.S. Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, is designed to increase the defensive readiness and interoperability of Japanese and American Forces through training in air and sea operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Janweb B. Lagazo/Released)

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[MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 15, 2017) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) conduct a replenishment-at-sea with the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195). Donald Cook, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its sixth patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners, and U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Theron J. Godbold/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 15, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Kurt Spitzer moves an AV-8B Harrier II jet, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162, onto the starboard-side aircraft elevator in the hangar bay of the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). Iwo Jima, components of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are conducting a combined composite training unit exercise that is the culmination of training for the Navy-Marine Corps team and will certify them for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel C. Coxwest/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 14, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Bounty Hunters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is participating in a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jake Cannady/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 15, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Mighty Shrikes of Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 22 prepares to take off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex Perlman/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 7, 2017) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Corbin Weber, left, and Seaman Vincent Rios, right, signal the Fleet Replenishment Oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187) from the Arleigh Burke-Class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) during a replenishment-at-sea. Michael Murphy is participating in a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jasen Morenogarcia/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 06, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (112) participates in a refueling-at-sea with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (70). Carl Vinson is participating in a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Lasheba James/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 5, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-Class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) fires its Mark 45 5-inch gun during a live-fire exercise in the Pacific Ocean. Michael Murphy is participating in a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jasen Morenogarcia/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 13, 2017) Sailors assigned to the "Blue Hawks" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 78 move an MK 54 REX torpedo across the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is participating in a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dylan M. Kinee/Released)

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WESTERN PACIFIC (Nov. 12, 2017) The aircraft carriers USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and USS Nimitz (CVN 68) transit the Western Pacific during a three-carrier strike force photo exercise. The Reagan, Theodore Roosevelt and Nimitz Strike Groups are underway and conducting operations in international waters as part of a three-carrier strike force exercise. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional security, stability and prosperity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey J. Hockenberger/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 17, 2017) Airman Luis Aguilera assigned to the "Argonauts" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 observes flight operations on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is on a regularly scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Holly L. Herline/Released)

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STRAIT OF JUAN DE FUCA (Nov. 16, 2017) A CH-47 Chinook helicopter assigned to the Washington Air National Guard, 1st General Support Aviation Battalion, lands on the flight deck of the aircraft USS John C. Stennis' (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is returning to homeport after the successful completion of a two-week underway where the ship's crew conducted training to prepare for its next scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Grant G. Grady/Released)

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SASEBO, Japan (Nov. 15, 2017) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 prepares to land during a Landing Signalman Enlisted course. The course is provided by a mobile training team assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 37 which provides Sailors with the knowledge and skills they need to perform tasks essential to flight deck operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch/Released)

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GREAT LAKES, Ill. (Nov. 14, 2017) Recruits march down the street at Recruit Training Command (RTC) while wearing the Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III uniforms. The new camouflage uniforms started being issued to incoming recruits at RTC in October. Approximately 30,000-40,000 recruits graduate RTC annually. (U.S. Navy photo by Scott A. Thornbloom/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 16, 2017) U.S. Marines assigned to Battalion Landing Team (BLT) 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), exit a Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) after a raid during a combined composite unit training exercise (COMPTUEX) aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). COMPTUEX is the final stage of a comprehensive training cycle aimed at building cohesion between the Iwo Jima Amphibious Readiness Group's Navy, Marine Corps team and certifying them for deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jered T. Stone/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 21, 2017) Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Andres Astrinakis observes a fueling-at-sea between the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200) and the guided-missile destroyer guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony J. Rivera/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 21, 2017) Seaman Jasmine Lutzi handles line during a fueling-at-sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Robyn B. Melvin/Released)

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Puma Helicopter assigned to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) approaches the flight deck during a vertical replenishment at sea with USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) in the Western Pacific, November 19, 2017. Amelia Earhart aids the U.S. Navy mission by delivering food, fuel and supplies to Navy vessels, thus extending the Navy vessel’s ability to stay at sea. (U.S. Navy Combat Camera photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Dominique M. Lasco)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 16, 2017) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Jesus RiveraHernandez, left, observes as Fire Controlman 2nd Class Casey Ross fires blank rounds from a .50-caliber machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) during a visit, board, search, and seizure exercise with naval special warfare operators. Porter, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its fourth patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners, and U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Krystina Coffey/Released

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 18, 2017) The dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) sails alongside the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) during a replenishment-at-sea. Theodore Roosevelt is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony J. Rivera/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 20, 2017) Sailors transport ordnance on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during Annual Exercise 2017. The exercise is the premier training event between the U.S. Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, which is designed to increase the defensive readiness and interoperability of Japanese and American Forces through training in air and sea operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class MacAdam Kane Weissman/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 19, 2017) An MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The ship and its amphibious ready group are conducting a combined composite training unit exercise with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) which is the culmination of training for the Navy-Marine Corps team that will certify them for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dary M. Patten/Released)

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NORFOLK (Nov. 20, 2017) Sailors moor the U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) upon its arrival at Naval Station Norfolk, Va. Comfort returned from supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the lead federal organization, as well as other federal and local authorities helping those in Puerto Rico affected by Hurricane Maria. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Darby Dillon/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 18, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Eddie Rodriguez stands deck edge operator watch as an aircraft launches from the flight deck of the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier and flagship of Carrier Strike Group Five, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during Annual Exercise 2017. Annual Exercise 2017, the premier training event between the U.S. Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, is designed to increase the defensive readiness and interoperability of Japanese and American Forces through training in air and sea operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 18, 2017) Lt. Nicholas O'Neill, from Carson City, Nev., signals for the launch of an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 from the flight deck of the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier and flagship of Carrier Strike Group Five, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during Annual Exercise 2017. Annual Exercise 2017, the premier training event between the U.S. Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, is designed to increase the defensive readiness and interoperability of Japanese and American Forces through training in air and sea operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Nov. 24, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) is towed away from the pier at Fleet Activities (FLEACT) Yokosuka, Nov. 24, to meet heavy lift transport vessel MV Transshelf. Transshelf will transport Fitzgerald to Pascagoula, Miss. for repairs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Benjamin Dobbs/Released)

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TOKYO BAY, Japan (Nov. 24, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) is loaded onto heavy lift transport MV Transshelf. Transshelf will transport Fitzgerald to Pascagoula, Miss. to complete repairs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William McCann/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2017) A U.S. Marine CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU), picks up an AV-8B Harrier engine to transport it from the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) to the fleet replenishment ship USNS Big Horn (T-AO-198) during a helicopter support team mission as part of combined composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX). The exercise allows all elements of the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) to join and train in realistic scenarios so the MEU as a whole can meet its pre-deployment training program objectives prior to their upcoming deployment at sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jon Sosner/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 4, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Redcocks of Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 22 prepares to take off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and its carrier strike group are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Spencer Roberts/Released)

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TOKYO BAY (Dec. 4, 2017) Sailors man the rails as the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), arrives at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka after a scheduled patrol. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group conducted 87 days of strike group operations in the Western Pacific, including the waters south of Japan, the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea. Ronald Reagan provides a combat-ready force, which protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Janweb B. Lagazo/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 4, 2017) Sailors inspect an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Indians of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and its carrier strike group are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rachael Treon/Released)

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ODESSA, Ukraine (Dec. 2, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) departs Odessa, Ukraine, after a scheduled port. James E. Williams, homeported in Norfolk, is on a routine deployment to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Colbey Livingston/ Released)

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WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN (Dec. 2, 2017) Sailors attach ordnance to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Military Sealift Command's dry cargo and ammunition ship, USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10), on the flight deck of the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during an ammunition offload. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class MacAdam Kane Weissman/Released)

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CORONADO, Calif. (Nov. 30, 2017) Vice Adm. John D. Alexander, commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet, rides aboard a MKVI patrol boat in San Diego Bay during a visit and a tour provided by Coastal Riverine Squadron (CRS) 3 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado. CRS 3 provides a core capability to defend designated high value assets throughout the green and blue-water environment and providing deployable Adaptive Force Packages (AFP) worldwide in an integrated, joint and combined theater of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Boatswain's Mate Nelson Doromal Jr/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 6, 2017) The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) transits the Arabian Gulf. Theodore Roosevelt and its carrier strike group are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anthony J. Rivera/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 25, 2017) Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit's (15th MEU) Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, perform a course fire shoot during low-light aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22). The 15th MEU perform low-light deck fire training to remain prepared as a maritime crisis-contingency force. San Diego is deployed with the America Amphibious Ready Group and 15th MEU to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jeremy Laboy/Released)

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WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN (Dec. 2, 2017) Sailors attach ordnance to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Military Sealift Command's dry cargo and ammunition ship, USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10), on the flight deck of the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during an ammunition offload. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class MacAdam Kane Weissman/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 30, 2017) U.S. Marines with Fox Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 26th marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU), and Sailors assigned to the dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) participate in a live-fire drill in the as part of combined composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX). combined COMPTUEX allows all elements of the Marine Air Ground Task Force to join and train in realistic scenarios so the MEU as a whole can meet its Predeployment Training Program objectives prior to an upcoming deployment at sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Dengrier M. Baez/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 2, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Philip Powell readies an E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Sunkings of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116 for launch on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and its carrier strike group are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rachael Treon/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2017) U.S. Navy Culinary Specialist 3rd Class James Washington, from Dallas, left, and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Cole Sams, from Salem, Ore., lower the ensign aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) as the ship departs Naval Air Station North Island CA, Dec. 6, 2017, en route to her homeport of Bremerton WA to complete her deployment.

Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is on a regularly scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia-Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting peace and security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Holly L. Herline)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 6, 2017) U.S. Navy Sailors stand at attention during a burial at sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), Dec. 6, 2017, in the Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Emily Johnston)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 7, 2017) Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit board an MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162 (Reinforced) on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). Iwo Jima, components of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are conducting a Combined Composite Training Unit Exercise that is the culmination of training for the Navy-Marine Corps team and will certify them for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David Holmes/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 7, 2017) An AV-8B Harrier II jet attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162 (Reinforced) takes off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David Holmes/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 6, 2017) Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 3rd Class Christopher Walton lays out NB-8 parachute line aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and its carrier strike group are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Victoria Foley/Released)

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BREMERTON, Wash. (Dec. 10, 2017) Sailors man the rails aboard USS Nimitz (CVN 68) as the ship returns to its homeport of Bremerton, Washington, after a six-month deployment. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is returning from a regularly scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia-Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting peace and security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dakota Rayburn/Released)

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BREMERTON, Wash. (Dec. 10, 2017) U.S. Navy Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Michael Zegarra, from Miami and assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), kisses his wife Caterina Zegarra on the pier, during the ship's homecoming, Dec. 10, 2017, in Bremerton, Wash. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Kinkead)

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BREMERTON, Wash. (Dec. 10, 2017) U.S. Navy Machinist’s Mate (Nuclear) 1st Class Devin Gower, Berwick, Pa. and assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), hugs his family on the pier, during the ship's homecoming, Dec. 10, 2017, in Bremerton, Wash.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Kinkead)

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BREMERTON, Wash. (Dec. 10, 2017) U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Robert Story, from Chicago, and assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), kisses his girlfriend Sindel Williams, from Powder Springs, Ga., during their homecoming, Dec. 10, 2017, in Bremerton, Wash.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Leon Wong)

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BREMERTON, Wash. (Dec. 10, 2017) U.S. Navy Chief Electrician’s Mate Bill Mcswiggan, from Philadelphia and assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), reunites with loved ones on the pier, during the ship's homecoming, Dec. 10, 2017, in Bremerton, Wash. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Kinkead)

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ARABIAN GULF (March 29, 2017) A portrait created as an homage to those who have gone before us. The photo ran in the ship's weekly newspaper. Photo was created using 100% organic means, no digital manipulation was utilized. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation an the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael B. Zingaro/Released)

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STRAIT OF MAGELLAN (Dec. 10, 2017) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Rodriquez Porter conducts an anchor chain evolution aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp is transiting to Sasebo, Japan to conduct a turnover with the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) as the forward-deployed flagship of the amphibious forces in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor King/Released)

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EVERETT, Wash. (Dec. 10, 2017) A Sailor assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Kidd (DDG 100) returns to Naval Station Everett, after a six-month deployment with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, Dec. 10, 2017. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group was on a regularly scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia-Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting peace and security. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Joseph Montemarano/Released)

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EVERETT, Wash. (Dec. 10, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Kidd (DDG 100) returns to its homeport, Naval Station Everett, after a six-month deployment with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, Dec. 10, 2017.(U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Joseph Montemarano/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2017) USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) transits the sea. Truman is currently underway conducting carrier qualifications in preparation for future operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rebekah A. Watkins/Released)

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