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    An aerial photograph showing a large naval fleet formation consisting of numerous warships and smaller vessels sailing across open blue ocean waters. The formation appears to include a mix of large amphibious assault ships or destroyers, frigates, corvettes, and smaller patrol or support craft. This appears to be a multinational naval exercise or fleet review given the scale and variety of vessel types present.

    BALTIC SEA

    06.09.2018

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Justin Stumberg  

    U.S. Navy           

    180609-N-XT273-2006 BALTIC SEA (June 9, 2018) Thirty maritime units ships from 12 nations maneuvered in close formation for a photo exercise, June 9, 2018, during Exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2018 in the Baltic Sea. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic region and one of the largest exercises in Northern Europe enhancing flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Justin Stumberg/Released)

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    Date Taken: 06.09.2018
    Date Posted: 06.12.2018 00:04
    Photo ID: 4474272
    VIRIN: 180609-N-XT273-2006
    Resolution: 4121x2748
    Size: 1.47 MB
    Location: BALTIC SEA
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