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    The image shows a close-up view of a Phalanx Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) mounted on the stern of a naval warship underway at sea. The weapon system's radar dome, sensor array, and multi-barrel Gatling gun are clearly visible, along with a belt of ammunition. A white water wake trails behind the vessel, and a small water splash or disturbance is visible on the horizon in the background.

    ARABIAN GULF, AT SEA

    11.21.2013

    Photo by Mayra Conde 

    USS Boxer (LHD 4)

    A Close In Weapons System fires during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is the flagship for the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 13th 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. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mayra A. Knight/Released)

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    Date Taken: 11.21.2013
    Date Posted: 12.26.2013 02:55
    Photo ID: 1143895
    VIRIN: 131121-N-PZ713-021
    Resolution: 2100x1500
    Size: 809.53 KB
    Location: ARABIAN GULF, AT SEA
    Web Views: 44
    Downloads: 16

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