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    A group of individuals wearing colored shirts, white gloves, and fabric hoods over their faces march in a line in front of a large mural depicting Harry S. Truman. The mural includes his portrait, the Missouri state seal, an American flag, and the partial text 'EM' (likely 'Give 'Em Hell'). This appears to be a naval vessel initiation or hazing ritual, commonly known as a 'Shellback' or crossing-the-line ceremony.

    GULF OF OMAN, AT SEA

    11.01.2013

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Karl Anderson 

    U.S. Navy           

    Sailors fight a simulated fire during a general quarters drill in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman, flagship for the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, supporting theater security cooperation efforts and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Karl Anderson/Released)

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    Date Taken: 11.01.2013
    Date Posted: 11.04.2013 23:03
    Photo ID: 1046660
    VIRIN: 131101-N-ZG705-020
    Resolution: 4256x2832
    Size: 916.88 KB
    Location: GULF OF OMAN, AT SEA
    Web Views: 14
    Downloads: 5

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    A group of individuals wearing colored shirts, white gloves, and fabric hoods over their faces march in a line in front of a large mural depicting Harry S. Truman. The mural includes his portrait, the Missouri state seal, an American flag, and the partial text 'EM' (likely 'Give 'Em Hell'). This appears to be a naval vessel initiation or hazing ritual, commonly known as a 'Shellback' or crossing-the-line ceremony.
    A military aviation technician or deck crew member wearing a green flight deck helmet with hearing protection is working on or near a blue aircraft in what appears to be a hangar bay. Behind the worker is a sign or stencil reading 'DAMN PROUD TO BE A BULL' with an illustration of a bull, indicating a squadron or unit mascot. The setting is consistent with a naval aircraft carrier hangar deck environment.
    A man in casual athletic wear is exercising — appearing to perform a squat or lunge with arms extended — beneath the wing and engine nacelle of a large military aircraft. The setting appears to be an aircraft carrier hangar deck or flight deck at night, with dramatic spotlight illumination. The aircraft engine intakes are covered with blue protective covers, and a red safety tag marked '5 of 23' is visible on the wing.
    A group of U.S. Navy personnel are gathered in the hangar bay of an aircraft carrier, seated on the deck in a semicircle, apparently participating in a physical training or briefing session. Multiple carrier-based jet aircraft, including what appear to be F/A-18 Hornets or Super Hornets with tail numbers 114 and 406, are stored in the background. The scene is dramatically lit with strong contrast between light and shadow.
    A military aircraft maintainer or deck crew member is inspecting the underside of a naval aircraft on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The individual is wearing flight deck safety gear including a helmet with goggles and a float coat/jersey. The image is taken from a low angle beneath the aircraft, showing landing gear, tie-down chains, and ordnance or sensor pods.
    Military aviation maintenance personnel are performing work on helicopter rotor systems, likely aboard a naval vessel. One technician is climbing on the tail rotor assembly of a helicopter while another works on a main rotor hub in the background. All personnel are wearing flight helmets and tan/khaki flight suits.

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