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    170804-N-YR245-047 [Image 227 of 339]

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    The image shows a Close-In Weapon System (CIWS), commonly known as 'Phalanx', mounted on a naval warship and actively firing. A muzzle flash and smoke trail are clearly visible at the barrel tip, indicating live fire exercise or combat engagement. The system is photographed at close range against an overcast sky with open ocean visible in the background.

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    5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Aug. 4, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney (DDG 91) fires its Phalanx Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) during a live-fire exercise. Pinckney is deployed in the 5th fleet area of operations conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserving freedom of navigation and maintaining the free flow of commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Craig Z. Rodarte/Released)

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    Date Taken: 08.04.2017
    Date Posted: 08.08.2017 00:39
    Photo ID: 3646199
    VIRIN: 170804-N-YR245-047
    Resolution: 4161x2972
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