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    170804-N-YR245-020 [Image 226 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 is visible at the barrel tips, indicating live fire during what appears to be a weapons exercise or combat engagement. The system is mounted on a gray naval vessel at sea under an overcast sky.

    UNITED STATES

    08.04.2017

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Craig Rodarte 

    U.S. Navy           

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    U.S. 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 during a live-fire exercise. Pinckney is deployed to the U.S. 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 01:44
    Photo ID: 3647099
    VIRIN: 170804-N-YR245-020
    Resolution: 4525x3232
    Size: 802.62 KB
    Location: US

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