260602-N-UF626-1001 NORFOLK, Va. (June 6, 2026) – Engineman 1st Class Gerald Nash, assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) wishes the United States a happy 250th anniversary while aboard New York, June 2, 2026. In 2026 the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jesse Turner)
U.S. Sailors, assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), honored Navy veteran, honorary master chief, and ship sponsor, Ima Black, on her 105th birthday, recognizing her lifelong service to the Navy community and enduring support to generations of Sailors, Chiefs, and Navy families.