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    USS Carney Participates in Exercise Reliant Mermaid [Image 11 of 15]

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    A person wearing a red life vest and sunglasses is communicating via handheld radio while on open water. In the background, a large naval warship — appearing to be a guided-missile destroyer — is visible on the horizon. The scene suggests a maritime operation, possibly a naval exercise or coordination activity.

    MEDITERRANEAN SEA

    08.07.2018

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Ryan Kledzik          

    U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. Sixth Fleet

    180807-N-UY653-686

    MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 7, 2018) Lt. Morgan Witten rides in a rigid-hull inflatable boat alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) while participating in visit, board, search and seizure training during exercise Reliant Mermaid 2018. Reliant Mermaid is a maritime search and rescue and anti-terrorism force protection exercise hosted by the Israel Defense Forces designed to increase interoperability by enhancing individual and collective maritime proficiencies of participating nations and promote interoperability, mutual understanding and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)

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    Date Taken: 08.07.2018
    Date Posted: 08.14.2018 04:49
    Photo ID: 4644064
    VIRIN: 180807-N-UY653-686
    Resolution: 5030x2954
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    Location: MEDITERRANEAN SEA
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    Military personnel in full tactical gear are conducting a maritime boarding operation, climbing onto a vessel from the open ocean. At least three operators are visible wearing camouflage uniforms, black helmets, tactical vests, and carrying weapons. The scene depicts an active maritime interdiction or visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) exercise or operation.
    Four heavily armed and equipped military personnel in silhouette are moving in formation along the deck of a naval vessel. In the background, a warship — appearing to be a guided-missile destroyer — is visible on the open ocean. The image captures what appears to be a maritime security or boarding operation exercise.
    A close-up portrait of a soldier wearing a black combat helmet and prescription glasses with water droplets on the lenses. The subject has a communications microphone attached near the chin and appears to be in an active operational environment. The image is a high-quality, sharp foreground shot with a blurred background showing additional personnel and structures.
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    Two armed military personnel in Navy Working Uniform (NWU) camouflage are conducting what appears to be a visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) operation or training exercise aboard a vessel. One personnel is ascending a steep exterior staircase while a second stands at the upper deck level in an overwatch position. Both are equipped with tactical gear, ballistic helmets, and firearms.
    A military personnel member is shown in close-up wearing full tactical gear aboard what appears to be a naval vessel at sea. The subject is equipped with a combat helmet, tactical sunglasses, communications headset, and digital camouflage uniform. A naval warship is visible in the background on open ocean waters.
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    A group of approximately 15 military personnel posing for a group photo inside what appears to be the hangar bay or lower deck of a naval vessel. The personnel are wearing a mix of Navy Working Uniform (NWU) camouflage and tactical gear, with some individuals in full combat kit including knee pads, helmets, and tactical vests. A warning sign is partially visible on the right side of the frame.
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    A military personnel member, wearing combat gear and a tactical helmet with communications equipment, is aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) on open water. Water spray is visible around the vessel, suggesting high-speed movement. A naval warship, likely a destroyer or frigate, is visible in the background.
    A person wearing a red life vest and sunglasses is communicating via handheld radio while on open water. In the background, a large naval warship — appearing to be a guided-missile destroyer — is visible on the horizon. The scene suggests a maritime operation, possibly a naval exercise or coordination activity.
    A naval helicopter is captured mid-flight hovering over a ship's flight deck, appearing to be in the process of landing or taking off. The helicopter features a distinctive blue and grey color scheme with a large rotor blur indicating active rotation. The scene takes place over open sea with a coastline visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
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    A deck crew member in yellow flight deck gear is directing a military helicopter during a landing or takeoff operation, likely aboard a naval vessel. The crew member, identified by markings 'BD' and '12' on their jacket, is extending an arm in a signaling gesture toward the aircraft. The helicopter, bearing the number '885' and featuring a teal/turquoise color accent, is hovering at close range against a partly cloudy blue sky.
    Two naval personnel in yellow flight deck safety gear are directing a helicopter on a ship's flight deck over open water. One crew member is giving a hand signal with arm raised toward the hovering helicopter. The scene appears to be a helicopter landing or departure operation aboard a naval vessel.

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