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    A senior U.S. Navy officer in full white dress uniform walks through a ceremonial sideboy formation aboard what appears to be a naval vessel's hangar deck. Personnel on both sides are rendering hand salutes, indicating this is a formal honors ceremony, likely a change of command, retirement, or official departure. The central officer displays captain's rank insignia (four gold stripes) and multiple service ribbons and medals.

    08.26.2016

    Photo by Joshua Samoluk 

    U.S. Navy           

    (Aug. 26, 2016) SAN DIEGO – Capt. Michael W. Baze salutes the crew as he departs the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) after a change of command ceremony. Captain Joseph R. Olson relieved Baze as the commanding officer of America. (U.S Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Joshua Samoluk/Released)

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    Date Taken: 08.26.2016
    Date Posted: 08.30.2016 00:24
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    Three men pose on the deck of USS Constitution, a historic US Navy vessel, holding a ceremonial sword or saber. Two individuals are in US Navy uniforms (tan/khaki service dress) while the center figure is a civilian wearing a USS Constitution cap and a navy blazer with a gold-striped tie. A fourth person is partially visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy officer in service khaki uniform is speaking at a podium with a microphone at what appears to be an outdoor military or ceremonial event. He is smiling and gesturing with his hand, suggesting an engaging or lighthearted speech. Several other individuals in caps are visible in the background, along with rigging that suggests the event may be taking place on or near a historic sailing vessel.
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    A U.S. Navy F-35C Lightning II stealth fighter jet is positioned on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier at sea. The aircraft bears the number '75' on its fuselage and tail, with a distinctive red and white squadron marking on the vertical stabilizer. The engine appears to be running, as evidenced by the heat distortion and afterburner glow visible at the rear of the aircraft.
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    A large naval warship, consistent with a US Navy Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser, is underway on a calm, open sea under hazy atmospheric conditions. To the right of the vessel, a visible disturbance on the water surface with white smoke or spray suggests a recent weapons firing or missile launch event. The image is taken from an elevated vantage point, likely from another vessel or aircraft.
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    A U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform walks along a red carpet while being rendered honors by a sideboy formation. A brass ship's bell mounted on a wooden stand is visible to the left, indicating a formal naval ceremony such as a change of command or retirement. The officer is returning a salute while passing through the ceremonial corridor.
    A military award ceremony in which a civilian in a dark suit presents a Meritorious Service Medal certificate to a U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform. Both men are shaking hands and smiling while holding the blue-bordered certificate. A second Navy enlisted sailor in white uniform stands in the background.
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    A technician or maintenance worker is closely inspecting or repairing pipe fittings and valves in a confined mechanical space. The person is wearing red hearing protection earmuffs and a black long-sleeve shirt, and is holding a blue cloth while working on white-painted pipe joints. The environment appears to be an industrial or naval vessel machinery space.
    Three silhouetted figures stand on what appears to be the deck of a large naval vessel, looking out toward an open ocean horizon at dusk or dawn. The figures appear to be military personnel, with at least two carrying visible weapons or equipment. The image is framed by overhead structural steel beams characteristic of a ship's hangar bay or flight deck overhang.
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    A twilight or dusk scene photographed from the flight deck of a large aircraft carrier, looking toward the island superstructure which is illuminated with orange and white lights. Multiple personnel are visible in silhouette along the right side of the flight deck, appearing to be engaged in physical exercise or walking. The sky features a gradient from orange near the horizon to blue above, with scattered clouds.
    the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting routine training and qualifications for a 2017 deployment.
    the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting routine training and qualifications for a 2017 deployment.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place at The National WWII Museum, with a Marine Corps officer in tan service uniform delivering remarks at a podium bearing the museum's logo. Three individuals are seated on stage — a civilian in a dark suit, a Marine Corps officer, and a Navy officer in white dress uniform. An audience of attendees is visible in the foreground.
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    A group of individuals wearing navy blue uniforms are gathered around a carved wooden panel on a wooden deck surface. They appear to be collaboratively assembling or examining puzzle-like wooden pieces with engraved text and imagery. The scene suggests a team-building exercise or training activity, possibly in a military or naval context.
    A formation of U.S. Navy sailors in dress white uniforms stands at attention on a pier alongside a decommissioned naval warship. A sailor on the left holds a blue ceremonial unit flag, and a decorative banner is displayed on the overhead gangway structure. The scene appears to be a formal naval ceremony or commemoration event at a museum ship installation.
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    Two U.S. Navy sailors in tan/khaki service uniforms are participating in an official ceremony near the USS Turner Joy, a naval vessel museum ship. One sailor is speaking at a wooden podium bearing a plaque referencing the USS Turner Joy and the Daughters of American Revolution, while the other stands at attention nearby. The setting appears to be an outdoor waterfront event with colorful signal flags and an American flag visible in the background.
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    A naval warship is silhouetted against a bright sun on an open ocean, photographed from another vessel. The image is a backlit, high-contrast scene with the sun positioned nearly directly above the distant ship, casting a glittering reflection path across the water. A wake trail is visible in the foreground, indicating the photograph was taken from a moving vessel.
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    Two men are posing in front of a 'Wall of Honor' display, which features a mounted flat-screen monitor showing a military service member in the field. The man on the left is wearing a white U.S. Navy dress uniform with rank insignia and service ribbons, while the man on the right is wearing civilian business attire with a red patterned tie. The setting appears to be an institutional or educational facility with brick walls.
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    A large formation of U.S. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms are standing at ease on what appears to be the deck of a naval vessel. The personnel are armed with M4/M16-style rifles and equipped with tactical gear including plate carriers and magazine pouches. Both male and female Marines are present, all wearing sunglasses, suggesting an outdoor daytime formation or muster.
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    A group of military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms are conducting equipment checks on what appears to be a ship's deck or elevated platform with ocean visible in the background. Two soldiers in the foreground are engaged in a gear inspection or adjustment, while additional personnel are visible in the blurred background near what appears to be a helicopter. The scene suggests pre-mission or post-mission equipment preparation.
    Military personnel, appearing to be U.S. Marines based on their MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms, are conducting a pistol qualification or training exercise. The primary shooter in the foreground is firing a semi-automatic pistol with visible brass casings being ejected. Several other personnel are observing, wearing hearing protection and tactical gear.
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    A U.S. Navy personnel member named 'Ward' is seated at a table signing or reviewing documents, likely aboard a naval vessel's mess or common area. He is interacting with at least one other service member across the table. The setting appears to be an official administrative or briefing activity within a shipboard environment.
    The image shows a close-up view of what appears to be a Phalanx Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) or similar naval/military radar-guided weapon system mounted on a platform. The system features a distinctive white radome (radar dome) atop a multi-barrel gun assembly with supporting structural framework. Red 'DANGER AREA' warning labels are visible along the base of the mounting platform.
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    Two individuals wearing matching yellow shirts and blue jeans are working together to clear or manage vegetation in a wooded area. One person is pushing or pulling a large cut branch while the other holds pruning loppers and looks upward. The setting appears to be an outdoor cleanup or land management effort on a clear, sunny day.
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    U.S. Navy personnel are staffing a recruitment booth at what appears to be a community or school event. Three sailors in white dress uniforms are engaging with civilians, including teenagers and adults, at a table covered with Navy brochures and promotional materials. A dark canopy tent displays '#AmericasNavy', 'NAVY.COM', and '1.800...' contact information.
    A woman in a yellow t-shirt and jeans is being filmed by a cameraman in an outdoor setting near a modern building. In the background, a large group of people also wearing yellow t-shirts are gathered on a lawn. The scene appears to be a news segment or promotional video shoot.
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    A military service member in camouflage uniform interacts with three children at what appears to be an outdoor public event or display. The children are gathered around a table with equipment, seemingly being shown or explained something. A civilian man in a white t-shirt is visible on the left side of the frame.
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    Two individuals in matching dark blue uniforms with yellow accents are packing or unpacking a yellow and blue parachute canopy on a grassy slope. A third person is filming the scene with a professional video camera mounted on a tripod in the background. The setting appears to be a public event or airshow, with spectators and fencing visible in the background.
    Two men in matching dark blue uniforms with American flag patches are packing or unpacking parachute equipment on a grassy slope. Yellow and blue parachute canopy material with numerous suspension lines is spread across the grass. A large crowd fills stadium bleachers in the background, suggesting this is a public airshow or demonstration event.
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    Two individuals are kneeling on grass, appearing to be in conversation. The person facing away wears a black 5.11 brand shirt with 'U.S. Navy Parachute Team - Leap Frogs' printed in yellow on the back. The person facing forward wears a blue t-shirt with a yellow medallion/coin on a red lanyard.
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    Three naval personnel in dark blue uniforms with yellow safety harnesses are performing maintenance on what appears to be a Phalanx Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) aboard a naval vessel. The image is taken from an elevated angle looking down at the deck. Yellow 'DANGER AREA' markings are visible on the gray deck surface.
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    A naval vessel flight deck is photographed at dusk or dawn, with a lone crew member silhouetted against a twilight horizon over open ocean. Green deck lighting markers are visible across the flight deck surface, and a helicopter is visible in the mid-distance. The ship's island superstructure with blue and green lights dominates the left side of the frame.
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    A U.S. Marines helicopter, identifiable by the 'MARINES' text on its fuselage, is parked on what appears to be a ship's flight deck or airfield at night. The scene is illuminated by orange and green artificial lights, creating a dramatic low-light environment. Ground crew personnel are visible near the aircraft in the darkness.
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    A young woman in a white t-shirt and yellow sash speaks at a wooden podium equipped with a microphone. The podium bears an official seal reading 'USS BOXER LHD 4', indicating this event is taking place aboard a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship. At least two other individuals wearing similar yellow sashes are visible in the background.
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    A group of approximately eleven people, including military personnel in uniform and civilians in casual attire, pose together around a decorated sheet cake on a red-and-white tablecloth. The cake reads 'Women's Equality Celebration' and is surrounded by carved pineapple and fruit decorations. Two individuals in the center appear to be cutting the cake together, with one wearing a sash.
    A U.S. Marines AV-8B Harrier II jet aircraft numbered '52' is positioned on the flight deck of an amphibious assault ship at sea. A deck crew member wearing a yellow jersey and hearing protection is signaling to the pilot. The scene depicts pre-launch or taxi operations under clear, partly cloudy skies.
    A U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier II jet aircraft, marked with the number '52', is positioned on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier at sea. A flight deck crew member wearing a yellow jersey is directing the aircraft with hand signals. The scene depicts standard carrier flight deck operations under partly cloudy skies.
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    A U.S. military AV-8B Harrier II jump jet is positioned on the flight deck of an amphibious assault ship, being directed by a yellow-jersey flight deck crew member. At least one additional Harrier (marked '53') is visible in the background along with other deck personnel. The scene depicts routine flight deck operations at sea under partly cloudy skies.
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    Two individuals wearing dark navy blue coveralls or work uniforms are bent over a piece of white-painted heavy equipment or machinery, appearing to perform maintenance or inspection work. The setting appears to be a large industrial or military hangar bay with steel structural beams visible in the background. A third person is partially visible in the background.
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    A close-up photograph of a mechanic's heavily soiled hand gripping a screwdriver or small ratchet tool, working on oily mechanical components. The hand is visibly coated in grease, oil, and grime, indicating intensive manual labor. The background shows a dark, oil-saturated mechanical workspace with chain or gear components visible.
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    The image shows a military ship's deck during a cargo handling or replenishment-at-sea operation. Multiple personnel wearing safety helmets are managing palletized cargo including boxes, wrapped supplies, and bottled water using a yellow forklift and hand pallet jack. The operation is taking place on open ocean under clear, sunny conditions.
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    A military helicopter, appearing to be an MH-60 Seahawk, hovers over the flight deck of a naval auxiliary or replenishment vessel during a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation at sea. Cargo pallets secured with netting are staged on the flight deck, and crew members in colored safety vests are visible managing the operation. The vessel is underway in open blue ocean waters.
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    A person in the foreground holds a printed document containing questions related to suicide awareness and risk factors. In the blurred background, a young man in a dark polo shirt sits in a blue chair, appearing to be a participant or audience member. The setting suggests a training session, briefing, or mental health awareness presentation.
    LHD-6 Suicide Awareness and Prevention training;
    LHD-6 Suicide Awareness and Prevention training;
    LHD-6 Suicide Awareness and Prevention training;
    A young male technician or military personnel is working in a confined mechanical space, viewed through a narrow gap between equipment components. He is wearing green and black hearing protection ear muffs and a dark uniform, focused intently on a task below his line of sight. The surrounding environment appears to be an engine room, machinery space, or aircraft maintenance area with insulated pipes and mechanical components.
    A military helicopter, consistent with a UH-1Y Venom or similar Bell utility/attack variant, is captured in flight against an overcast sky with scattered clouds. The aircraft is painted in a gray military livery and appears to be in level flight or a slight hover. The main rotor blades show motion blur, indicating active flight.
    A healthcare or laboratory professional is shown in close-up, wearing a surgical face mask and clear protective safety glasses pushed down near the nose bridge. The individual is dressed in maroon/burgundy scrubs and appears to be looking downward, focused on a task. A purple/violet light is visible near the face, possibly from a UV light source or dental curing light being used in a procedure.
    A person wearing a black cap and military-style headset is leaning against a railing on what appears to be a naval vessel at sea. They are smiling broadly and looking upward, suggesting a positive or relaxed moment during duty. The background shows a clear blue sky and a calm ocean horizon.
    A silhouetted figure stands against a dramatic blue sky filled with cumulus clouds. The person appears to be a worker or military/naval personnel, identifiable by a helmet with ear protection and what appears to be a hose or cable held in hand. The strong backlit composition creates a stark contrast between the dark figure and the bright sky.
    the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting routine training and qualifications for a 2017 deployment.
    the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting routine training and qualifications for a 2017 deployment.
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    A senior U.S. Navy officer in full white dress uniform walks through a ceremonial sideboy formation aboard what appears to be a naval vessel's hangar deck. Personnel on both sides are rendering hand salutes, indicating this is a formal honors ceremony, likely a change of command, retirement, or official departure. The central officer displays captain's rank insignia (four gold stripes) and multiple service ribbons and medals.
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    Naval personnel aboard a warship are conducting a small boat deployment or recovery operation using a davit crane. A rigid inflatable boat (RIB) is suspended over the water by the crane while crew members manage guide ropes and lines from the ship's deck. Personnel are wearing safety equipment including hard hats and life vests, indicating a formal maritime evolution.
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    A large gray naval replenishment vessel is underway on open blue ocean under a clear sky. A small rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with personnel aboard is traveling alongside or approaching the larger ship, leaving a visible wake. The large vessel appears to be a fleet replenishment oiler, identifiable by its characteristic superstructure, replenishment-at-sea rigs, and yellow-banded funnel.
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    A silhouetted figure wearing a helmet with communications headgear stands on the bridge wing or deck of a naval vessel at night, observing a distant coastline illuminated by city lights. Red-lit navigation or instrument equipment is visible to the right of the figure. The scene depicts a nighttime maritime watch operation with a partially cloudy sky and visible stars.
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    An aerial nighttime view of a naval vessel's well deck or cargo hold, illuminated by striking blue lighting, revealing multiple rows of military landing craft or amphibious assault vehicles stowed inside. The scene is photographed from an elevated vantage point, likely from a crane or upper deck structure. Additional military equipment including forklifts and cargo containers are visible on the surrounding deck areas.
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    The image shows personnel aboard a naval vessel observing a small inflatable raft in the open ocean. Several individuals wearing safety vests, including one labeled 'V3 LPO', are standing on the ship's deck near the water's edge. A life ring and orange traffic cone are visible on the deck, suggesting a safety or training evolution is underway.
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    An aerial photograph taken from a naval vessel shows a maritime training or rescue exercise in open blue ocean. Several swimmers are visible in the water near the ship's stern, while a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with personnel aboard is positioned nearby. Personnel in red uniforms are observing from the ship's deck, which features safety netting along its sides.
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    An aerial view of a formal military ceremony taking place on the flight deck or well deck of a large US Navy vessel. Personnel in white dress uniforms are arranged in formation, with a color guard bearing the American flag and what appears to be a unit flag visible in the foreground. The ceremony appears to be a change of command, promotion, or similar official naval event.
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    A male diver is captured mid-air in a tucked position during a competitive or training dive. The image is dramatically lit against a near-black background, with water splashes visible in the lower left, suggesting proximity to the pool surface. A tattoo is visible on the diver's upper back/shoulder area.
    A person wearing dark clothing is captured mid-jump from an elevated platform or ship deck into open ocean water. In the background, a gray inflatable rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) with several occupants is visible on the water. The scene appears to be a supervised swim call or man-overboard drill, likely from a naval or military vessel.
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    the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting routine training and qualifications for a 2017 deployment.
    the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting routine training and qualifications for a 2017 deployment.
    Flight deck crew members are running on the deck of the USS George H.W. Bush aircraft carrier alongside a military helicopter, likely an MH-60 Seahawk (BuNo 168581). Personnel in colored jerseys and helmets are carrying wheel chocks away from the helicopter, indicating a launch or repositioning operation. A crew member is visible seated in the open door of the helicopter, observing the deck activity.
    the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting routine training and qualifications for a 2017 deployment.
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    A young U.S. Navy sailor in dark blue coveralls holds up an anemometer (wind measurement device) while standing on the deck of a naval vessel at sea. The sailor's name tag reads 'CLEVEL' with the rating 'QMSN' (Quartermaster Seaman), indicating a navigation/meteorology role. The background shows open blue ocean water and a clear sky, suggesting fair weather conditions.
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    A low-angle photograph taken from the deck of a naval warship looking upward toward a clear deep-blue sky. A twin-turboprop maritime patrol aircraft is visible in silhouette flying overhead, while the ship's mast, radar arrays, antennas, and superstructure dominate the right side of the frame. The image captures the relationship between naval surface and air assets.
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    aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting training and completing qualifications in preparation for a 2017 deployment.
    A naval flight deck crew member wearing a yellow jersey and life vest stands on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck, giving hand signals with both index fingers raised upward. The ocean is visible in the background, indicating the vessel is underway at sea. The yellow jersey identifies this individual as a aircraft handling officer or plane director.
    A U.S. Navy helicopter, marked 'NAVY' with designation 'HSC-9' and number '615', hovers over what appears to be a ship's deck while conducting a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. A cargo net loaded with supplies is suspended beneath the helicopter on a sling line. Deck crew in green jerseys and a yellow forklift are positioned on the deck to receive and handle the incoming cargo.
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    aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting training and completing qualifications in preparation for a 2017 deployment.
    The image shows silhouetted military personnel standing on what appears to be the flight deck or hangar bay of a naval vessel at sunset. The scene is backlit by a dramatic golden sunset over open ocean, creating strong silhouette contrast. Personnel appear to be in uniform and gathered in small groups, possibly during a formal or routine deck assembly.
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    A U.S. Navy color guard stands at attention on the deck of a naval vessel at sea during what appears to be a sunset or sunrise ceremony. Sailors in dress white uniforms hold the American flag and at least one additional flag, likely a unit or command colors. The scene conveys a formal military ceremonial occasion conducted aboard a ship on open ocean.
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    Two U.S. Navy sailors in white dress uniforms stand on the deck of a naval vessel at sea, looking out toward the ocean horizon. They are positioned near wooden sawhorse-style structures on what appears to be a flight deck or main deck. The image is taken during overcast but bright conditions, likely at dusk or dawn.
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    A group of U.S. Navy sailors in dress white uniforms stand in a line on what appears to be the deck of a naval vessel, with their heads bowed in a moment of solemn reflection or prayer. Several sailors are holding rifles, suggesting this is a formal military ceremony, likely a burial at sea or memorial service. The ocean and overcast sky are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy sailor in dress white uniform carries a wooden box, likely containing cremated remains, during a burial at sea ceremony aboard a naval vessel. A color guard stands at attention in the background holding the American flag and a Navy flag. The solemn ceremony takes place on the ship's deck with the ocean visible in the background.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place on the deck of a U.S. Navy vessel at sea. Several sailors in white dress uniforms are participating, with one sailor rendering a salute and others standing at attention near a color guard holding flags. A wooden plank or ramp structure is visible near the ship's railing, suggesting this may be a burial at sea ceremony.
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    A line of U.S. Navy sailors in dress white uniforms stand at attention on the deck of the USS George Washington, holding M14 rifles in a ceremonial formation. The foreground sailor's shoulder patch clearly reads 'USS GEORGE WASHINGTON.' The setting appears to be an outdoor deck ceremony, likely a burial at sea or formal military honors event, taken at dusk or dawn.
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    Green Bay Conducts Flight Ops with VMM-262
    A solemn scene photographed at sunset aboard what appears to be a naval vessel's deck. A wooden table holds a folded American flag and a wooden box with circular holes, consistent with items used in a military burial at sea ceremony. The low-light silhouette composition against the ocean horizon reinforces the ceremonial and memorial nature of the scene.
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    A U.S. Navy sailor in dress white uniform stands on the deck of a naval vessel at sea, holding a small wooden box with holes, likely during a burial at sea ceremony. A folded American flag is visible on a table to the left, consistent with military funeral honors. The scene is set against a calm ocean horizon at dusk or dawn.
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    Two U.S. Navy sailors in dress white uniforms are stationed on the deck of a naval vessel at dusk or dawn. The foreground sailor stands at attention behind a small table, holding what appears to be a folded flag or ceremonial item with arms crossed. The background sailor stands at parade rest facing the open ocean, suggesting a formal ceremony is taking place.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform is rendering a salute during what appears to be a formal military ceremony conducted on the deck of a naval vessel. Multiple personnel in white Navy uniforms are present, with the ocean visible in the background. A wooden podium with partially visible text reading 'COURAGE' and 'MENT' is visible to the left.
    A formal U.S. Navy ceremony is taking place aboard a ship at sea, involving the transfer of a folded American flag between uniformed personnel. The officer on the left, wearing a senior rank insignia with gold oak leaf cap device and ribbons, is receiving or presenting the tri-folded flag. The ocean is visible in the background, suggesting this may be a burial at sea or retirement ceremony.
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    Two naval personnel in dark coveralls are working on what appears to be a chaff/decoy launcher system mounted on the deck of a military vessel at sea. The launcher contains multiple cylindrical tubes arranged in a cluster configuration, consistent with a Mark 36 SRBOC (Super Rapid Bloom Offboard Countermeasures) or similar naval countermeasures system. The image was taken on a clear day with calm blue ocean visible in the background.
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    The image shows a naval vessel swim call event where sailors are jumping into open ocean water. A shirtless sailor in swim trunks is preparing to jump from the ship's deck while another sailor wearing a yellow safety vest marked 'V3 LPO' observes. Several people are already visible in the water below.
    Two swimmers are visible in open blue ocean water, photographed from an elevated angle. One swimmer wearing diving goggles and fins is giving a thumbs-up gesture toward the camera, while a second swimmer without visible gear is partially submerged nearby. The water is deep blue and choppy with visible surface ripples and light reflections.
    The image shows personnel on the hangar deck or lower deck of USS George Washington (CVN-73), a US Navy aircraft carrier. A Safety Officer wearing a white vest marked 'CVN-73 SAFETY OFFICER' is visible among crew members in yellow vests, with traffic cones marking a designated area. The scene appears to depict a safety drill, muster, or man-overboard exercise near the ship's open side bay overlooking the ocean.
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    A tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is positioned on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea with its rotors spinning. A flight deck handler in a yellow vest is signaling with one arm raised, while several personnel carrying gear are moving away from the aircraft. The scene depicts an active flight deck operation, likely a departure or arrival evolution.
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    A U.S. Marines AV-8B Harrier II jet is captured during a short takeoff roll on the flight deck of an amphibious assault ship at sea. The aircraft, marked with 'MARINES' and unit designation 'VMA-542' on the fuselage, is accelerating along the yellow centerline stripe toward the deck edge. The ocean is visible beyond the ship's edge, and a flight deck crew member is partially visible in the lower right corner.
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    A baptism ceremony is taking place, with a clergy member pouring water over an infant's head. A man in a white U.S. Navy uniform with the name tag 'Aaron Kakiel, Public Affairs' and military ribbons is present alongside a smiling woman in a blue and purple patterned dress holding the baby. The infant is dressed in a white christening gown with lace details.
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    Dwight D. Eisenhower Deployment
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    A person wearing a dark navy blue uniform with military-style patches is kneeling on a floor performing chest compressions on a CPR training manikin. The setting appears to be an indoor facility, likely a military or institutional environment based on the uniform and surroundings. This appears to be a CPR/first aid training exercise.
    A person wearing a dark navy uniform is kneeling on the floor practicing CPR techniques on a blue and white training mannequin. The setting appears to be an industrial or military workspace, indicated by the equipment, labeling, and monitor visible in the background. The individual is performing a head-tilt chin-lift maneuver on the CPR dummy, a standard airway-opening technique.
    A group of individuals in dark navy uniforms are participating in a CPR training session in what appears to be a medical training room aboard a military vessel. One person is actively demonstrating chest compressions on a blue CPR training manikin on the floor while others observe. The room contains medical equipment, a whiteboard with writing, and a wall-mounted monitor.
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    160827-N-VH385-062
    A male diver is captured mid-air from an aerial perspective, descending toward a bright blue swimming pool below. He is shirtless, wearing swim trunks, and has visible tattoos on his back and leg. The shot appears to be taken from a high vantage point, likely from a diving platform or elevated camera position.
    Dwight D. Eisenhower Deployment
    LHD-6 M240 machine gun operations;
    LHD-6 M240 machine gun operations;
    LHD-6 Harrier Landing;
    LHD-6 Harrier Landing;
    LHD-6 Harrier Landing;
    LHD-6 Harrier Landing;
    Naval aviation personnel in purple vests are conducting aircraft fueling or servicing operations on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. A group of crew members are handling a large fuel hose near a military aircraft, likely a helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft with visible engine nacelles. The scene depicts standard carrier deck operations with multiple crew members in color-coded safety vests and hearing protection.
    LHD-6 Harrier Landing;
    LHD-6 Harrier Landing;
    A military jet aircraft, identified as number 21 and consistent with an AV-8B Harrier II, is positioned on the flight deck of a naval vessel. Ground crew members in color-coded safety vests and helmets are conducting pre-flight or post-flight operations around the aircraft. The scene takes place on what appears to be an amphibious assault ship or aircraft carrier, with open ocean visible in the background.
    aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is underway conducting training and completing qualifications in preparation for a 2017 deployment.
    Green Bay transits through sunset
    Bridge watchstander at night
    160827-N-YG104-002
    Two individuals are working at what appears to be a military or naval operations console in a dimly lit control room. A woman in a black turtleneck is speaking into a radio handset while a man in a purple shirt operates a touchscreen display. The reflection of the man is visible in the angled screen surface.
    U.S., Australia, and China set to survive inside the outback
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    160827-N-ZE250-100
    160827-N-ZE250-111
    160828-N-BB269-059
    The image shows a naval vessel deck operation where crew members are overseeing the crane-assisted deployment or recovery of a Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB). Several personnel wearing hard hats and orange life vests are observing the operation from the deck. The RHIB is suspended by green lifting straps attached to an overhead crane structure.
    160828-N-BB269-175
    The image shows a large group of military personnel, likely U.S. Marines based on their distinctive MARPAT camouflage uniforms, gathered inside what appears to be the well deck of an amphibious assault ship. Two Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs), painted in olive drab green, are positioned in the center with crew members visible in their hatches. The scene suggests preparation for an amphibious landing operation.
    160828-N-BB269-311
    160828-N-BB269-386
    A silhouetted military or naval personnel stands on the deck of a ship, holding a green signal flag while an amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) launches into the ocean with a large splash of white water. The scene appears to be a military amphibious operation exercise conducted at sea. Several vessels are visible in the distant background on the open ocean.
    BOXARG13MEU16
    BOXARG13MEU16
    BOXARG13MEU16
    BOXARG13MEU16
    BOXARG13MEU16
    160828-N-TH560-052
    A person in a yellow/green t-shirt is working on what appears to be helicopter rotor blade tie-down or securing equipment inside a ship's hangar bay. The environment is illuminated with blue-tinted lighting, characteristic of a naval vessel's interior hangar deck. The worker is handling metal support rods and red-tagged safety equipment attached to the aircraft.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are working inside what appears to be a naval vessel's hangar bay, using a long pole or support tool near a helicopter. The environment is illuminated with a blue-tinted light characteristic of a ship's interior hangar deck. Multiple aircraft and ground support equipment are visible in the background.
    160828-N-TH560-137
    Military personnel are working on an aircraft, likely a helicopter, in what appears to be a ship's hangar bay. A technician wearing camouflage uniform and goggles is crouched near the landing gear, handling bright yellow-green equipment cases connected by neon green cables. The environment is illuminated with a strong blue ambient light characteristic of a naval vessel's interior hangar deck.
    A military aviation technician is performing maintenance on a helicopter's rotor head assembly inside what appears to be a ship's hangar bay. The aircraft fuselage is marked 'USS BON HOMME' (partially visible), indicating this is aboard a U.S. Navy vessel. The technician is wearing a flight deck helmet with hearing protection and a green jersey, consistent with U.S. Navy aviation maintenance crew.
    160828-N-TH560-180
    160828-N-TH560-193
    160828-N-TH560-196
    160828-N-TH560-208
    A nighttime scene on what appears to be a military ship's flight deck or hangar deck, showing personnel conducting aircraft handling operations. A large tiltrotor aircraft, consistent with a V-22 Osprey, is being maneuvered using a yellow aircraft tow tractor. The scene is illuminated by green and teal artificial lighting, creating a dramatic low-light atmosphere.
    160828-N-TH560-340
    160828-N-TH560-344
    A nighttime ground operations scene at an airfield showing ground crew personnel towing a military aircraft using a SCHOPF aircraft tug/tractor. The scene is dramatically lit with teal/green lighting illuminating the underside of the aircraft and the workers wearing high-visibility safety vests. Multiple ground crew members are visible coordinating the aircraft movement operation.
    160828-N-WA993-112
    A group of naval personnel in dark blue uniforms are working together on the deck of a military vessel, handling large mooring lines. The scene appears to take place in a port or harbor, with green hillside vegetation visible in the background. At least four sailors are visible, collaborating on line-handling duties typical of docking or undocking operations.
    160828-N-WA993-158
    160828-N-WA993-175
    A military aircrew member in flight gear and helmet sits at the open door of a helicopter in flight, looking out over a large body of open ocean. A naval vessel, likely a warship or aircraft carrier, is visible in the far distance on the water below. The image captures an aerial maritime patrol or observation scenario.
    Military helicopter crew members are conducting an aerial observation mission over open ocean. A crew member in olive green flight suit and white helmet is positioned at the open side door, scanning the water below. A second crew member in a red flight suit is visible in the background.
    The image shows the flight deck of a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship, identified by the large hull number '6' painted on the island superstructure. The photo appears to be taken from a helicopter or aircraft positioned at the ship's edge, providing an elevated perspective of the deck operations. Personnel in colored jerseys are visible on deck, along with ground support vehicles and equipment.
    LHD-6 Flight Operations;
    LHD-6 Flight Operations;
    LHD-6 Flight Operations;
    160828-N-XQ474-037
    160828-N-XQ474-049
    The image shows U.S. Navy personnel on the bridge or combat information center of a naval vessel, operating navigation and control consoles. The foreground officer, identified by his name tag as 'Bryce K. Boyer, LTJG, USN,' is wearing a headset and monitoring a navigation display screen. The scene depicts an active watch station with multiple crew members at their posts in a dimly lit shipboard environment.
    A naval warship is navigating through a harbor or bay, viewed from an elevated stern position looking forward along the bow. Several crew members are stationed on the forecastle deck, likely performing line-handling or mooring duties. In the background, a tree-covered island or peninsula is visible along with industrial port cranes on the distant right horizon.
    160828-N-XQ474-132
    160829-N-NB544-116
    160829-N-NB544-1
    160829-N-NB544-1
    160829-N-NY430-041
    160829-N-NY430-047

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