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    U.S. Navy transits the Strait of Hormuz [Image 2 of 6]

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    A US Navy sailor stands watch on the deck of a naval vessel, observing a distant ship on calm waters at either dawn or dusk. The sailor is equipped with tactical gear including a ballistic helmet, body armor vest marked 'US NAVY', and holds binoculars. Mountains are visible on the horizon in the background.

    U.S. 5TH FLEET, U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

    11.14.2018

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jonathan Clay  

    USS Jason Dunham (DDG109)

    181114-N-UX013-1002 STRAIT OF HORMUZ (Nov. 14, 2018) Ensign Bryson Goforth stands watch on the bridge wing of the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) as the ship escorts the ocean-surveillance ship USNS Invincible (T-AGM-24) while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Jason Dunham is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Clay/Released)

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    Date Taken: 11.14.2018
    Date Posted: 11.15.2018 09:50
    Photo ID: 4903606
    VIRIN: 181114-N-UX013-1002
    Resolution: 4783x3189
    Size: 885.25 KB
    Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET, U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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    Downloads: 13

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    The image shows a naval warship, likely a guided-missile destroyer, viewed from an elevated aft perspective showing its flight deck. In the distance, two small fast-moving boats are visible on the water to the left, and a larger vessel is visible on the horizon to the right. The scene appears to depict a maritime encounter or patrol operation on open, calm seas.
    A US Navy sailor stands watch on the deck of a naval vessel, observing a distant ship on calm waters at either dawn or dusk. The sailor is equipped with tactical gear including a ballistic helmet, body armor vest marked 'US NAVY', and holds binoculars. Mountains are visible on the horizon in the background.
    A military or naval personnel member is using a large mounted optical observation device (likely a Big Eyes binocular or similar naval optic) aboard a vessel at sea. The individual is wearing a combat helmet and tactical vest, suggesting an active duty or security role. The image is taken during golden hour with the sun creating a starburst effect in the background over calm open water.
    The image shows the forward deck of a military naval vessel, likely a U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer, photographed from an elevated aft position looking toward the bow. The ship is underway on calm, glassy waters during what appears to be dusk or dawn, with a soft pink and blue sky on the horizon. A second vessel is visible in the far distance, and a landmass or island ridge is faintly visible on the right horizon.
    A white research or survey vessel equipped with a large spherical radome and multiple antenna masts is positioned on calm open water. The scene is bathed in soft pink and purple hues consistent with sunrise or sunset lighting, with a rocky island or sea stack visible in the misty background. The atmospheric conditions create a hazy, diffused quality across the entire scene.
    A U.S. Navy warship, identifiable as an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, is underway at sea during sunset or sunrise. The vessel is photographed from an elevated deck position looking forward along the starboard side, with a second vessel visible on the horizon. The sky features wispy cirrus clouds illuminated by warm orange and pink tones near the horizon.

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